Small Group Day Tour: DC to Mount Vernon&Old Town Alexandria Select corresponding pick-up time according to location list
ID: GYG703374-1152049
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
1 days
Description
Visit George Washington's Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria on a guided day tour from Washington DC. See the Pentagon and the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial.
Visit and explore the historical significance of George Washington's Mount Vernon. Discover the house of former President Washington. Self-Explore the historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria. Visit the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial and get a closer look at the headquarters of the US Department of Defense, the Pentagon.
Join a guided tour to Virginia and discover the outside of the Pentagon, the U.S. Department of Defense. In front of the Pentagon, see the National 911 Pentagon Memorial. Then, head to George Washington’s Mount Vernon. In the afternoon, drive to the Old Town Alexandria for free activities.
The atmosphere of the old city is quite different from that of Washington, DC. In the old town, enjoy the sunshine, vibrant colors, street music, and unique foods.
See the Pentagon, the headquarters building of the United States Department of Defense. Located in Arlington County, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., the building was designed by American architect George Bergstrom and built by contractor John McShain.
Next, visit Mount Vernon, the former home of George Washington. George Washington was a revolutionary war hero, Founding Father, and the first president of the United States. His former estate has been turned into a museum that examines his unique life.
Afterward, explore Old Town Alexandria, a nationally designated historic district founded in 1749 that George Washington called home. Old Town Alexandria has more than 200 independent restaurants and boutiques alongside historic museums and so much more.
Itinerary:
Washington D.C. → The Pentagon (20 mins) → George Washington's Mount Vernon (180 mins, ticket included) → Self Guided Tour Old Town Alexandria (90 mins) → Washington D.C.
Highlights
- Discover the history of George Washington's Mount Vernon on a guided tour
- Explore the historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria at your own pace
- Visit the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial and the Pentagon on a guided tour
- See the headquarters of the US Department of Defense, the Pentagon
- Enjoy the sunshine, vibrant colors, street music, and unique foods in Old Town
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip.
Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat to participate in the tour group
Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip
This experience requires a minimum number of 2 travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
