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Quote: Mount Vernon was the home of our first President, George Washington and his wife Martha. The property of Mount Vernon is situated in Alexandria overlooking the Potomac River. The property is quite extensive with the main house, gardens, distillery,... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
Quote: Mount Vernon was the home of George and Martha Washington. You are free to walk around the gardens, paths, and buildings of the historic compound. You have to pay for the tour of the mansion. The tour didn’t fill my expectations. It was a rush... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
Quote: I think back to growing up in Virginia, amazed that I cannot recall ever touring George Washington's Mount Vernon home. I am so happy that on this trip "home" I finally did what every American living in or visiting Washington, DC should go . . .... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal Off The Beaten Path Around Washington, DC
Quote: Our day at Mount Vernon was cool and windy. The house sits atop the hill, so we were quite chilled. Of course, it was January. This time of year is the off-season for tourists so we were two of about 75 people on the grounds. The price is about... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal Visiting Washington DC
Quote: The house is lovely, resting right on the Potamac River. Look at all the paintings and artifacts left in the house; they are a tie to the history of George Washington. Here lies the first president, moved to a new tomb that is forever guarded by... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal Washington, D.C.
Quote: Mount Vernon was the home of George and Martha Washington from the time of their marriage in 1759 to 1799, upon George's death. Washington’s mansion is situated on 500 acres, located on the banks of the Potomac River in Virginia, 16 miles from... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal Touring Washington, D.C.
Quote: This was the plantation of George Washington. The mansion can get crowded, so the earlier in the day, the better for this one. The inside is really interesting, they have tried to keep as much original time period artifacts as possible and... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal Mount Vernon, VA
Quote: If you have a Metro day or week pass, there is an inexpensive way to reach Mt. Vernon. Take the yellow line to its terminus, Huntington Station; exit the lower stairs; and use the Fairfax Connector bus no. 101. The cost is a mere $1 per person, and... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal An Eight-Day Vacation in Washington, D.C.
Quote: "Knowledge is, in every country, the surest basis of public happiness." ~ George Washington, First Annual Message, January 8, 1790After visiting Mount Vernon, I can now see why George Washington called this place home. An enchanting view of the... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal Sightseeing in the Nation's Capitol
Quote: The gardens of Mount Vernon, President's Washington's Potomac River estate, are breathtaking. The views are spectacular. Dressed in period costume, the guides greeted us as treasured guests. Constructed in 1735 by Washington's father Augustine,... Read the full George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens review
From journal Let's Lobby Washington