10 Sightseeing Tours in Fairfax County That You Shouldn't Miss

Design your own tour of Washington, DC, to ensure you visit every must-see location on your wish list. Choose between numerous DC attractions, many of them with military significance to customize your private tour. Your 20-year Navy Veteran tour guide with round-trip transportation and lunch stop recommendation (if desired) make this tour an unforgettable excursion to our nation's capital.

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

THIS COST OF THIS TOUR IS BY GROUP. Concierge Tours ensures that all our guests, no matter the size of the group, see exactly what they want in the time they are in the Washington, DC area. A customized itinerary will be created and reviewed so that our guests know exactly what sights they will visit on the day(s) they spend on tour. Concierge Tours also caters to children! We keep them entertained and engaged during the tour.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick-Up and Drop Off at the guest's hotel or any destination of their choice.

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Up to five guests are picked up in a luxury SUV at Alexandria or National Harbor hotels or at metro stops for a private tour of George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and/or other nearby historic sites. Tours are tailored to the guests individual interests, preferences, and endurance.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Mount Vernon Admission ($28), Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Admission to Woodlawn Plantation or Gunston Hall (if visited)

Your adventure will begin in Washington, DC, as you pass through numerous remarkable sights en route to Old Town Alexandria, Virginia – all aboard a luxury climate-controlled tour vehicle! Look out for the Washington Monument, Pentagon, and Air Force Memorial! While in Old Town Alexandria, you will see Robert E. Lee’s boyhood home, the George Washington Masonic Temple, and the Historic Christ Church amid more than 200 colonial-style restaurants and boutiques. Next, you will enjoy a scenic ride along the Potomac River just before visiting George Washington’s Mount Vernon - one of Washington, DC area’s premier sightseeing attractions. You will explore the historic estate – from its mansion’s interior where President Washington resided to his beloved gardens, and final resting place. Furthermore, you will have an opportunity to purchase lunch while at Mount Vernon; in addition to time at the education center and much more!

Inclusions: Inside Tour of the Mansion, Live Tour Guide, Transportation by Luxury Tour Bus, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuity, Food (unless specified otherwise)

Take a VIP peek into George Washington’s 21-room residence at Mount Vernon as you're led through the mansion by a private guide. During this 1-hour private walking tour of the mansion and grounds, including the garden, gristmill, distillery and plantation, you'll hear expert commentary about the United States’ first president and his historic estate. This tour includes the opportunity to lay a wreath at the Washington family tomb, and then you may continue on a self-guided tour of the museum.  Flat rate applies for groups of 1 - 10 travelers.

Inclusions: Private guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

On this independent bike tour from Old Town Alexandria, enjoy views of the Potomac River as you cycle along the scenic Mount Vernon Trail to historic Mount Vernon Estate, George Washington’s famous 18th-century home. Explore the stately mansion, gorgeous gardens and fascinating educational exhibits at your leisure, and hop back on your bike for your return trip or upgrade to relax on a narrated Potomac River cruise back to Alexandria. (If you choose to return by boat, you must select this option at the time of booking) This is a fun, active and scenic way to experience Mount Vernon.

Inclusions: Bike rental, Helmet, Narrated Potomac River cruise (if option selected), Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Visit George Washington's Mount Vernon and take a self-guided tour of the first American president’s historic estate.You can stroll through the 18th-century gardens and grounds; visit the Washington family tombs; meet heritage-breed animals; and interact with people from Washington's world.

Inclusions: Skip-the-line access

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Mansion Tour

Enjoy a narrated cruise along the Potomac River to George and Martha Washington's estate, Mount Vernon. This is the only round-trip cruise to Mount Vernon from Washington DC and Alexandria, Virginia. Choose to depart from Washington DC, at 9:00am or Old Town Alexandria at 9:30am. Then enjoy the relaxing ride down the river to the Mt. Vernon Estate. The boat arrives to the Mount Vernon Estate at 10:15am. Explore the beauty and rich history of Mt. Vernon for 4 hours. The tour of the estate is self-guided and includes George Washington's tomb, an interpretive Pioneer farm, a new museum and education center, and much more. The boat will depart Mt. Vernon at 2:00pm. It will arrive at Alexandria at 3:00pm and Washington DC, at 3:30pm.

Inclusions: Narrated riverfront cruise to Mount Vernon, Self-guided tour, Beautiful waterfront views

Exclusions: Food and drinks, available for purchase, Transportation to and from the marina

Learn about the life of George Washington, first president of the United States, on this guided tour of Mount Vernon, Washington’s home of more than 40 years. On your visit to this famous historical site, the guide takes you through the mansion, gardens, farms and other buildings that show what colonial life was like on the grand estate. The tour includes a guided bus trip through Old Town Alexandria to see several key historical attractions including places that George Washington visited in his day.

Inclusions: Licensed Tour Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Hotel pickup

Stand in awe of the iconic landscape of D.C. with the easy-to-use Washington D.C. Sightseeing Day Pass. Choose between 1, 2, or 3 days, and save up to 60% on admission prices at 15 of the capital’s authentic prime experiences. A perfect choice for first time visitors excited to see everything, and the more you see the more you save. From the top of the Big Bus Hop-On/Hop-Off Tour, pass by the Capitol Building and National Mall, the White House, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Library of Congress. Try your hand at espionage at the International Spy Museum, then Spirit Cruise up the river to George Washington’s Mount Vernon Farm. Take advantage of D.C.’s immersive nature with a walking or biking tour: see The Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Pay homage to those who gave their service and lives at the National World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Inclusions: 24-hour 1 Day Express Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour, Choice of a 1, 2 or 3 Day Pass, granting access to 15+ destinations, tours, and experiences., Discounts at Select Restaurants, Retailers, and Entertainment Options.

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