Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Mount Vernon April 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Mount Vernon](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Vernon-Hotels.d553248634999084555.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Mount Vernon Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mount-Vernon.d553248634999084555.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mount Vernon Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Vernon.d553248634999084555.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Mount Vernon, VA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mount Vernon Types of activities [Mount Vernon travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Vernon.dx553248634999084555) ![Mount Vernon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503264/352ae669-7282-4558-94e3-57156f0a5203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Vernon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503264/d920ef11-ed5f-479b-9d57-f79ce2719932.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Vernon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503264/e3d2727f-7882-4b1b-993d-70a5a988185b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Vernon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503264/9747d387-adf7-4d96-8b54-f37812064ac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Vernon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503264/e62e6040-3c9c-4c82-8630-d0853f14b6fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Mount Vernon Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Mount Vernon has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Mount Vernon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Mount Vernon to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Mount Vernon Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Mount Vernon. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Mount Vernon attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Mount Vernon ### Tours & day trips [See all 72 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48311892/4df683b6-d741-4184-b357-3a01d3f2ba62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns! 1h 30m 10/10 10 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-alexandria-historic-homes-churches-and-taverns.a48311892.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1213047/5a281c56-6c6b-49d5-938c-4b1cbb4a72be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission 4h 8.8/10 53 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-vernon-grounds-pass.a1213047.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Ghost and Graveyard Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49627877/c3604ef5-8654-40d6-b902-632733fa14ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ghost and Graveyard Tour 1h 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ghost-and-graveyard-tour.a49627877.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1212901/e68ee17e-8c52-4a26-b471-8c6e7ae3c980.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards 2h 30m 9.8/10 1,337 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-walking-tour-changing-of-the-guards.a1212901.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1212756/7e90a906-83f8-451e-8c0b-d00431d7c210.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC 5h 8.2/10 600 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-vernon-and-old-town-alexandria-day-trip-from-washington-dc.a1212756.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46180516/3dc4e900-3938-4984-a1dc-7bb49e26b2cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria 1h 30m 10/10 31 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-guided-walking-tour-through-historic-old-town-alexandria.a46180516.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Alexandria: American Revolution Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48325371/d60f9382-ae44-4536-969f-63308657b074.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alexandria: American Revolution Guided Walking Tour 1h 30m 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/alexandria-american-revolution-guided-walking-tour.a48325371.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Admission and Guided Tour of Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45725227/56f79b4c-b47d-4574-9713-eef9d949d1fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Admission and Guided Tour of Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria 6h 7.2/10 17 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-vernon-old-town-alexandria-tour.a45725227.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45021984/0cc6de50-61f2-45a2-bc02-1da7f1f00501.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite 2h 10m 9.2/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-5-hour-arlington-cemetery-guided-walking-tour-with-tomb-of-the-unknown-soldier.a45021984.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Old Town Alexandria Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45272240/5f0109ce-8a17-46cb-b899-0ec2e3d57f0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Town Alexandria Food Tour 3h 30m 9.4/10 35 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $114 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-town-alexandria-food-tour.a45272240.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 24 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Old Town Alexandria Tour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46081501/ab026d1b-5ce8-4849-86b8-7b7e424dfc3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Town Alexandria Tour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour 1h 15m 9/10 2 Viator reviews CA $13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-town-alexandria-tour-a-self-guided-audio-tour.a46081501.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47114688/2699ebd7-2dad-4fc2-a110-7f6f2783271b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Self Guided Walking Tour in Old Town Historic Alexandria 1h 30m 8.8/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/self-guided-walking-tour-in-old-town-historic-alexandria.a47114688.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47259051/6c9cb275-73c4-4cb8-82cc-2721ce89aa6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $1,009 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-arlington-cemetery-tour-explore-with-a-local-expert.a47259051.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Saloon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1242072/d53ac515-596b-48ac-b3af-adbf9011859f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Saloon 4h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $764 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4-hours-private-chauffeured-dc-sight-seeing-tour-4x4-saloon.a1242072.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![3- Hour Private Customisable Washington, DC Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4448598/cf3e13e5-9bfa-4c51-8df4-33aeee1a6558.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3- Hour Private Customisable Washington, DC Tour 3h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $626 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-private-customisable-washington-dc-tour.a4448598.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![4- Hour Private customisable Washington DC Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4438129/f569a564-afac-4275-94f4-f152baaf8e04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4- Hour Private customisable Washington DC Tour 4h 5m 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $766 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/four-hour-private-customisable-washington-dc-tour.a4438129.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate Private Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5163261/7f254908-78e2-41e5-a85f-dc0396e3868e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate Private Bus Tour 5h Free cancellation available CA $2,560 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-of-george-washingtons-mount-vernon-estate-up-to-12-people.a5163261.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Private Mount Vernon Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1370247/d177c554-1c56-493e-b89f-2a9fed75bcc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Mount Vernon Tour 5h 10/10 3 Viator reviews CA $1,385 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-mount-vernon-tour.a1370247.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Arlington Cemetery with Expert Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/515494/cdcb8a10-64d4-48ee-8606-225ecebca8df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arlington Cemetery with Expert Guide 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $72 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arlington-cemetery-with-expert-guide.a515494.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Arlington Cemetery Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1370235/25f3be2c-0736-4f3d-9bcf-b10d8d20eed1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arlington Cemetery Private Tour 4h 10/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $1,218 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arlington-cemetery-private-tour.a1370235.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ### Holiday & seasonal tours [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&filter.categories=HolidaySeasonalTours) ![Alexandria: Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48919179/b402dd0c-d88b-4c1c-a7d5-8bd2481ca362.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alexandria: Ultimate Dead of Night Walking Ghost Tour 1h 15m 7.6/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/alexandria-ultimate-dead-of-night-walking-ghost-tour.a48919179.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise DC](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48009118/b5dfd49a-3aab-46bb-ad9b-08616f68f3e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise DC 2h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $209 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/boat-tour-sunset-cruise-dc.a48009118.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Phantoms of the Potomac: Old Town Alexandria Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44624221/ad609b92-6f50-4c9a-9fed-314b57487bb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Phantoms of the Potomac: Old Town Alexandria Ghost Tour 1h 6.6/10 14 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-abysmal-agonies-of-alexandria-ghost-tour.a44624221.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Alexandria Haunted Booze and Boos Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51320220/476eaad7-fd88-4fd3-9ad6-f099e406ba4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alexandria Haunted Booze and Boos Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/alexandria-haunted-booze-and-boos-tour.a51320220.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Alexandria Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47964887/9027a348-4f8a-4622-aed3-4da906512432.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alexandria Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl 2h 2/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/alexandria-ghosts-boos-and-booze-haunted-pub-crawl.a47964887.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50736952/4f4bfda6-35a3-4f55-bf83-66aebb89df9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup 4h Free cancellation available CA $626 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-of-arlington-dc-national-cemetery-with-hotel-pickup.a50736952.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&filter.categories=Attractions) ![LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46568312/59cfdb5d-c021-4785-b488-bfe6a3dc1c7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket 3h 9.8/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Alexandria (797649 - Active](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47559829/c8366554-83a6-46f7-9e75-af02516bbc0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1-Hour Walk In Axe Throwing Experience Alexandria (797649 - Active 1h Free cancellation available CA $55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/30-minute-walk-in-axe-throwing-experience-alexandria-797649-active.a47559829.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ![Escape Room Live Alexandria: 60-Minute Adventures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5230533/9a356d40-ae97-46a4-a4f9-afdd854d8d42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Escape Room Live Alexandria: 60-Minute Adventures 1h 15m 2/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/escape-room-live-alexandria-60-minute-adventures.a5230533.activity-details?&rid=553248634999084555&location=Mount+Vernon&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Mount Vernon | Number of things to do | 84 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Old Town Alexandria Tour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/old-town-alexandria-tour-a-self-guided-audio-tour.a46081501.activity-details): CA $13 | | Top 5 things to do | [Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!](/things-to-do/discover-alexandria-historic-homes-churches-and-taverns.a48311892.activity-details)[LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission](/things-to-do/mount-vernon-grounds-pass.a1213047.activity-details)[Alexandria: American Revolution Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/alexandria-american-revolution-guided-walking-tour.a48325371.activity-details)[Alexandria: Walking Through George Washington's Alexandria](/things-to-do/alexandria-walking-through-george-washingtons-alexandria.a48355276.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!](/things-to-do/discover-alexandria-historic-homes-churches-and-taverns.a48311892.activity-details)[LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[Alexandria: American Revolution Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/alexandria-american-revolution-guided-walking-tour.a48325371.activity-details)[Alexandria: Walking Through George Washington's Alexandria](/things-to-do/alexandria-walking-through-george-washingtons-alexandria.a48355276.activity-details)[A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria](/things-to-do/a-guided-walking-tour-through-historic-old-town-alexandria.a46180516.activity-details) | | With kids | [LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details)[Cherry Blossoms & Monuments Tour with 10+ Stops and Boat Cruise](/things-to-do/cherry-blossoms-monuments-tour-with-10-stops-and-boat-cruise.a51273599.activity-details)[A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria](/things-to-do/a-guided-walking-tour-through-historic-old-town-alexandria.a46180516.activity-details)[City Cruises DC: Water Taxi One Day Pass](/things-to-do/wharf-water-taxi-to-alexandria.a722013.activity-details)[Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking](/things-to-do/arlington-cemetery-history-heroes-changing-of-the-guard.a47505825.activity-details) | ## What to do in Mount Vernon --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Mount Vernon ![George Washington's Mount Vernon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503264/1661d16d-35cd-49ac-a3cd-f8af0a636222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### George Washington's Mount Vernon Gain fascinating insights into the life of America’s first president at this beautifully restored country estate set on the shores of the Potomac River. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Washingtons-Mount-Vernon-Alexandria.d503264.Vacation-Attraction) ![George Washington Masonic National Memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083545/3c865f4c-f003-4ff9-aac2-5c024c91d24c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### George Washington Masonic National Memorial See the views from the observation deck of this iconic memorial, which is dedicated to the contributions of Freemasons, and specifically George Washington, to the United States. [](https://expedia.ca/George-Washington-Masonic-National-Memorial-Taylor-Run.d6083545.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alexandria City Hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5980/a17e766a-811b-44c1-b906-9de5d19444be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alexandria City Hall After visiting Alexandria City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments. [](https://expedia.ca/Alexandria-City-Hall-Old-Town-Alexandria.d6083111.Vacation-Attraction) ![Market Square and City Hall, in Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083569/6bb6170e-fdc0-4ea3-b8a9-7c12baa3dfd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Market Square You can find out about the history of Alexandria when you stop by Market Square. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the notable monuments in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Market-Square-Old-Town-Alexandria.d6083569.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fashion Center at Pentagon City During your trip to Arlington, you can do some window-shopping at Fashion Center at Pentagon City. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Fashion-Center-At-Pentagon-City-Washington.d6083529.Vacation-Attraction) #### Birchmere Enjoy a performance at Birchmere, a storied theater in Alexandria. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans. [](https://expedia.ca/Birchmere-Washington.d6093183.Vacation-Attraction) #### Torpedo Factory Art Center Enjoy an outing to Torpedo Factory Art Center during your stay in Alexandria. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Torpedo-Factory-Art-Center-Old-Town-Alexandria.d6083597.Vacation-Attraction) #### United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum You can browse the exhibits at United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Alexandria. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans. [](https://expedia.ca/United-States-Patent-And-Trademark-Office-Museum-Eisenhower-East.d6252443.Vacation-Attraction) #### John Carlyle House You can find out about the history of Alexandria with a trip to John Carlyle House. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/John-Carlyle-House-Old-Town-Alexandria.d6083557.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Mount Vernon ![Alexandria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5980/f336f114-fea4-4b73-b6ac-9856fed479a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alexandria ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mount Vernon worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Mount Vernon? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Mount Vernon? ### Is three days enough to stay in Mount Vernon? ### What are some activities to do in Mount Vernon with kids? > - [LEGO Discovery Centre Washington D.C Admission Ticket](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lego-discovery-centre-washington-d-c.a46568312.activity-details) > - [Cherry Blossoms & Monuments Tour with 10+ Stops and Boat Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cherry-blossoms-monuments-tour-with-10-stops-and-boat-cruise.a51273599.activity-details) > - [A Guided Walking Tour through Historic Old Town Alexandria](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-guided-walking-tour-through-historic-old-town-alexandria.a46180516.activity-details) > - [City Cruises DC: Water Taxi One Day Pass](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wharf-water-taxi-to-alexandria.a722013.activity-details) > - [Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/arlington-cemetery-history-heroes-changing-of-the-guard.a47505825.activity-details) ### What to do in Mount Vernon for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Mount Vernon? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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