Monticello is the home of Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence. Learn about the ideas of freedom and the realities of slavery that made the United States.
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Oct 24, 2024
Beautiful place. The views were gorgeous. I wish I could have spent all day there and done all the tours. We were limited on time so only did a few hours but it was worth it. We had an amazing gu… Full review by chicag009
Oct 22, 2024
We took the “highlights” tour at 9:45 am on a Tuesday. Our guide was Ms. Lou, and she was terrific. Tour price was $42/pp. No senior discounts. Tour lasted about 30 to 40 minutes including intro. … Full review by sharrongeg
Oct 20, 2024
Second visit, the first 20+ years ago. Noticeable change in tour topics now including considerable mention of Jefferson’s ownership and use of slaves from a modern point of view. The tour guide wa… Full review by Paul O
We would like to take the Self Guided tour. These appear to only be offered in the late afternoon (after 3:30) leaving us just a few hours afterwards. Are we allowed to take the shuttle bus up to the grounds before our tour time so we can see the grounds earlier, and then do our 3:30 self guided tour? It doesn't seem like 2 hours would be enough to see everything when their earliest self guided tour is 3:30. Thanks!
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Yep! We were able to walk the grounds whenever we got there, but took the tour at our scheduled time.
We have two small dogs. Is there someplace to leave them during the tour?
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There is no kennel facility at this destination. If pets are found left in vehicles, they are likely to be reported to security or the local sheriff's office. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are …
There is no kennel facility at this destination. If pets are found left in vehicles, they are likely to be reported to security or the local sheriff's office. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are permitted on the property but not inside the house. Guests with dogs walk the trail from the Visitor Center up to the mountaintop to visit outside the house and walk the gardens. If you have more than one person in your party, it is suggested you purchase, and you'd both like to visit inside the house, purchase separate tour times; while one person is in the house, the other can be with the dog, then swap places.
When there is lightning detected on or near the property, guided outdoor tours are suspended. House tours continue for those guests already on the mountaintop. If guests are at the …
When there is lightning detected on or near the property, guided outdoor tours are suspended. House tours continue for those guests already on the mountaintop. If guests are at the visitor center, they will not be transported to the mountaintop until the weather has cleared (aka no lightning). In the event bad weather is forecast, dress appropriately.
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How many people did Thomas Jefferson own?
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Thomas Jefferson enslaved over 600 human beings throughout the course of his life. 400 people were enslaved at Monticello; the other 200 people were held in bondage on Jefferson...
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