Mount Vernon & Old Town Alexandria Tour with Historian Guide

Explore early American history on a guided walking tour led by world-renowned archaeologist and historian Dr. Yohannes Zeleke, offering expert insight and storytelling that elevates each stop along the journey. Visit historic grounds including preserved entrances to slave quarters, a historic well site, and key landscape features that reveal daily life on a colonial estate. A guided visit to the mansion is included, providing context on architecture, household life, and the people who lived and worked there. Optionally, learn about the quarry associated with George Washington and its connection to early American construction and enslaved labor. The tour continues into Old Town Alexandria, with optional time for lunch while exploring one of America’s most historic colonial port cities, including its ties to slavery and historic slave trade sites. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

1. 1

   George Washington's Mount Vernon

   4 hours

   Walking tour through the plantation and the forest, slaves' quarters, visiting the mansion, the museum, and the education center.

2. 2

   Old Town Alexandria Waterfront

   1 hour

   Walking tour of historic colonial houses of Old Town Alexandria.

3. 3

   The George Washington Masonic National Memorial

   30 min

   Optional visit.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.