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15 Best Mount Vernon & Alexandria Day Trips

The Mount Vernon days: Washington’s estate with its river view, gardens and uncomfortable history, all presented straight. Old Town Alexandria’s cobblestones fill the other half.

1.Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC

Explore George Washington's Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria on this well-rounded day trip from DC, featuring historic sights, scenic views, and engaging guides.

Most Popular★ 4.0

“It was a so-so tour. Too bad the house was on repair and didn't exactly see the whole parts of it because of the repairs. The tour around alexandria was quick as well. The night tour was ok also.”

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4.George Washington’s Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

Explore George Washington's Mount Vernon with grounds access, self-guided tours, and weekend demonstrations; a balanced mix of history, scenery, and authenticity.

★ 4.5

“Visiting Mount Vernon was such a fun and memorable experience! Even though the mansion was under construction and only certain rooms were open, it was still fascinating to tour and step back in time. The grounds were beautifully maintained, and the staff was wonderful—friendly, welcoming,…”

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6.George Washington’s Mount Vernon Half-Day Tour from Washington DC

Discover George Washington’s Mount Vernon with this half-day tour from D.C., exploring the mansion, grounds, and history, including insights into slavery and the estate's legacy.

★ 4.0

“This is Not the time to visit Mr Vernon! It’s going through a full renovation and we were limited to seeing the house. What areas we were allowed was nice. The person impersonating Martha was incredible! Our guide that drove us to Mr Vernon “Rick”…”

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7.Washington DC Night-Time City Bus Tour with Optional Mount Vernon

Discover Washington DC at night with this 3-4 hour bus tour showcasing monuments and memorials illuminated after dark, with optional Mount Vernon visit.

★ 4.0

“Trip is a bit long and many spots were not accessible due to construction of bike lanes and traffic from other tours.”

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9.Old Town, Alexandria and Mount Vernon Private Tour

Discover Washington’s past with a private tour of Mount Vernon and Old Alexandria, featuring expert guides, stunning sights, and convenient logistics.

★ 5.0

“Our guide, Edgar, was very informative, entertaining and helpful. We learned fascinating facts and stories about George Washington and his family, so much more than we would have gotten on our own.”

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10.Private Guided Tour of George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Explore George Washington’s Mount Vernon with a private guide, including mansion access, grounds, and tomb, for a personalized, in-depth experience.

★ 4.5

“Our tour was fantastic and our tour guide, Karen was great. We all really enjoyed seeing areas of the house that other people were unable to see. Holding the wreath for the Washington's at their tomb was so special. Well worth the cost!”

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12.Holiday Lights Tour of Washington DC and Old Town Alexandria

Experience Washington DC’s holiday magic on a 3-hour bus tour, visiting iconic Christmas trees, festive lights, and historic sites—perfect for seasonal cheer.

★ 4.0

“Good photo ops and overall very enjoyable (even though the weather didn't cooperate). However, this was NOT a luxury bus. Starting point needs to be better defined and let people know what time the bus would be available to board. Would be nice if tour…”

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15.Mount Vernon Bus and Walking Tour

Discover Washington DC's highlights with a guided bus, walking, and seasonal cruise tour. Explore top monuments, history, and scenic views in one day.

★ 4.5

“Outstanding tour guide had interesting tidbits at each site. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour although you need to be prepared to do some extensive walking. You are not required to visit each site,”

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More Mount Vernon & Alexandria Day Trips

4.0Admission & Guided Tour of Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria6 hours (approx.)$99.00 5.0Mount Vernon & Old Town Alexandria Private Tour5 hours (approx.)$467.50 4.0Mount Vernon Historical Walking Tour with Transportation from DC5 hours (approx.)$99.00 4.0From Washington DC: Mount Vernon Bus & Walking Tour4 - 7 hours$99 4.1Washington DC: Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip5 hours$99 4.5Old Town Alexandria in a Day with Round Trip Ferry Cruise$119.00 4.1Washington DC: Mount Vernon Half-Day Tour5 hours$99 4.5Small Group Washington D.C, U.S Capitol & Mount Vernon 1-Day Tour$95.00 3.4Washington: Mt. Vernon, Alexandria & Arlington Cemetery Tour6 hours$89 3.9From Washington DC: Half Day Trip to Mount Vernon with Guide4 - 7 hours$99 4.0Washington DC Night-Time City Tour with Visit to Mount Vernon8 hours (approx.)$158.00 3.5PrivateTour of Mount Vernon By Van.4 to 5 hours (approx.)$500.00 4.0Washington DC Full Day Tour with Morning Sightseeing & Mount Vernon Admission8 hours (approx.)$158.00 5.0Mount Vernon & Old Alexandria with Night-Time Sightseeing Tour of Washington DC8 to 9 hours (approx.)$158.00 5.0Private Mount Vernon Tour for up to 10 Guests4 hours (approx.)$825.00 5.0From DC: Old Town Alexandria in a Day with Round Trip Ferry$119 5.0Private Mount Vernon Tour: Explore Washingtons Legacy4 hours$650 5.0Private Walking-Guided Mount Vernon Tour4 hours (approx.)$950.00 5.0Private Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery Tour$550.00 5.0Mount Vernon & Alexandria: Private Day Trip from Washington DC$945.00 5.0Washington DC: Private Day Tour of Mount Vernon & Alexandria5 hours$1,599 5.0Washington DC Day to Night with Mount Vernon Small Group 12 Tour$138.00 Private Transportation to Mount Vernon Historical Tour$525.00 Explore Mount Vernon and Historic Old Town Alexandria$650.00