- Our list of the best things to do in Mount Vernon, Virginia, features the top 479 nearby activities — including 172 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Mount Vernon, VA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 3 things to do within the city of Mount Vernon, VA , followed by 475 popular activities in nearby cities, including Washington, Arlington, Bethesda, Alexandria, Silver Spring, Fairfax, Reston, Woodbridge, Chantilly, Potomac, McLean, Annandale, College Park, Manassas, Springfield, Fort Washington, Oxon Hill, Herndon, Falls Church, Centreville, Rockville, Lorton, Waldorf, Greenbelt, Bowie, Clinton, Stafford, Sterling, Wheaton, Glen Echo, Burke, Port Tobacco, Quantico and Brandywine
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The white, elegant Mary Washington House was purchased by George Washington for his mother. It now holds a museum with several personal items that Mary Washington owned and a fully landscaped garden.
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The large and prestigious site known as Oatlands Plantation contains a restored country home that is fully furnished with 19th century items. The attached garden is well-maintained and available for public viewing after a tour of the house itself.
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907 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA
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Focused on civilian life during the Civil War era, Fredericksburg Area Museum & Cultural Center houses documents, artifacts and artwork from the local area in seven permanent exhibits, alongside special events like Second Saturdays, dedicated to interactive activities for all ages..
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1201 Washington Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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George Washington's sister and brother-in-law built the Georgian-style Kenmore Plantation & Gardens just before the Revolutionary War. The house itself and garden have been restored for tours, and there is also the Crowinshield Museum building which offers rotating exhibits.
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The historic region of Fredericksburg is combined with modern attractions in Old Town. General self-guided walking tours can help guests cover the historic buildings at their own pace before exploring the various boutique stores, art galleries, and many restaurants.
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706 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA
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Covering multiple major sites in the city, Trolly Tours of Fredericksburg allows guests to view a great deal of history in a short time. The tour is roughly 75 minutes and includes many stories told by the tour guide while visiting historic monuments, markers, and attractions.
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908 Charles Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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The largest collection of documents and artifacts in the United States that are related to former president James Monroe can be found at the James Monroe Museum & Memorial Library. It was first opened in 1927 and is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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1787 Castlewood Dr, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
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The Colonial Beach Yacht Center is situated on the Potomac River at the mouth of Monroe Bay. It offers both open and dry slips which can accommodate vessels from 18 to 118 feet in length in addition to a fuel dock.
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268 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22405
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Visitors get to step back in time when visiting George Washington's Ferry Farm. The farm, and Washington's childhood home, takes guests on a tour through Civil War artifacts, 18th century plant life and the farms sprawling grounds that cover over 80 acres.
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Composed of a statue of the writer surrounded by young listeners and a series of plaques, the The Kunta Kinte - Alex Haley Memorial was constructed in honor of the author of the famous and influential bestseller Roots.