George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, . Hours are: April through August, 8AM–5PM, March, September, and October, 9AM–5PM, November through February, 9AM–4PM. Tour the original mansion that George Washington built, lived, and died in. Admission is $15 for adults, $14 for seniors (62+), $7 for children (6-11), and free for children 5 and under.
The Mansion Tour. The main attraction: see the rooms that George Washington designed himself and their majestic setting over the Potomac River. This is the only guided portion of the estate, with tours running continuously. Long lines are common so consider doing this first. No photography allowed. �
Washington's Tomb. The final resting places of George Washington and his wife Martha. Tribute at the Tomb ceremonies take place at 10AM and 2PM, April - October. �
Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Educational Center. Museum of multimedia exhibits which span the life of George Washington. Don't miss the most famous dentures in history! �
Slave Memorial and Burial Ground. A memorial honoring the slaves who lived and worked at Mount Vernon. Slave Life at Mount Vernon tours are offered at 10AM, 12PM, and 2PM, April - October, and start at the Mansion. �
George Washington's Whiskey Distillery and Gristmill, (Located on Route 235, three miles south of Mount Vernon Estate), . 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; April - October. Watch the water-powered mill operate as it did at the time when George Washington developed it as a cutting edge technology. $4 Adults, $2 Children. Combined with Mount Vernon admission; $2 Adults, $1.50 Children. �
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