Mt. Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Bus Tour

Visit two of the most popular destinations in the Washington, DC area and get up close and personal to the well-preserved colonial history of northern Virginia. Your tour will begin in Central Washington, DC where you'll board a climate-controlled coach that will bring you to the historic streets of Old Town Alexandria. Here you'll explore and experience George Washington's hometown, pass Robert E. Lee’s boyhood home, the George Washington Masonic Temple, and the Historic Christ Church.

As you depart Old Town Alexandria, you'll enjoy a scenic drive along the Potomac River to visit George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate - one of Washington, DC area’s most popular sites. Once you arrive, you'll explore historic Mount Vernon with a guided tour of the grounds as well as ticketed access to the interior of the mansion’s interior where President Washington resided. You'll also visit Washington's beloved gardens as well as his final resting place. There will also be an opportunity to grab lunch while at Mount Vernon, and time to visit the education center, and much more!

Tour Highlights

Historic Old Town Alexandria
Guided Tour of Mt. Vernon Estate
George Washington's Gravesite
Alexandria Masonic Temple

Availability

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Includes
- Live Guide
- Transportation between sites
- Driving tour of Old Town Alexandria
- Entrance to Mount Vernon with guided tour
Meeting Point
This tour meets at the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza, located at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004.

The bus will be parked on Pennsylvania Avenue NW. The closest metro station is Archives-Navy Mem’l - Penn Quarter (Green, Yellow Lines).
Language(s)
English
Good to Know
- This tour does include walking portions from spot to spot where the bus cannot navigate. Please wear comfortable shoes.
- All tours run rain or shine so please dress comfortably for the weather.
- Please note that the cost of lunch is not included.

FAQ

Expand/Collapse Where is the meeting point?

This tour meets at the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza, located at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. The bus will be parked on Pennsylvania Avenue NW. The closest metro station is Archives-Navy Mem’l - Penn Quarter (Green, Yellow Lines).
Expand/Collapse What does 'Fat Tire Tours Approved' mean?

We've been perfecting our tours since 1999, and we are always looking for new ways to improve our tour menu for our guests. We are committed to expanding the activities offered during your stay in Paris to make for an unforgettable experience. So for all of the experiences that we aren't able to deliver on our own, we've hand-selected the best local providers to offer a wide-range of unique and fun activities for our guests.

With anything Fat Tire Tours Approved, you still receive our spectacular customer service ready to assist you in any way we can, 24/7, as well as the guarantee that we have hand selected the best possible partners to supplement our tour menu.
Expand/Collapse Is lunch included?

There is free time for lunch at Mount Vernon at your own pace, but the cost is not included.
Expand/Collapse Are reservations required?

Yes, reservations are required for this tour.
Expand/Collapse What is your cancellation policy?

We're happy to offer free changes and 100% refund up to 24 hours before tour* Failure to cancel a reservation at least 24 hours prior to scheduled departure may result in forfeited travel funds. Fare difference may apply.

*See restrictions here
Expand/Collapse Is this tour appropriate for children?

Yes, all ages are welcome on this tour and it is a great way to enhance U.S. history for children! Please consider the length of the tour and included walking portion when considering bringing children.
Expand/Collapse Is this tour offered in any other languages, or only English?

At this time, this tour is only offered in English.
Expand/Collapse What time do I need to arrive at the meeting point?

Your tour will start promptly at the scheduled time, therefore please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure time. We do not have the luxury of waiting for guests or catching them up after the fact.