Happening at Monticello
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Meet Thomas Jefferson
MonticelloAll DayIncluded with AdmissionGuests can meet Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by veteran historical actor-interpreter Bill Barker) in person, most Tuesdays through Saturdays during regularly scheduled hours.
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Archaeology in Action
MonticelloAll DayArchaeology, Education, Included with AdmissionSee excavations on the historic mountaintop and discover how Monticello’s archaeologists unearth history every day.
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Monticello Scavenger Hunts
MonticelloAll DayTourEnhance your visit with our new mobile Scavenger Hunts. Use your smartphone to complete unique challenges- snap photos, explore new spaces, test your knowledge, and share your thoughts. FREE with admission.
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Slavery at Monticello Tours
MonticelloAll DayTourIncluded in the price of admission during regularly scheduled hours. These daily guided outdoor tours focus on the experiences of the enslaved people who lived and labored on the Monticello plantation.
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Daily Tours
All DayTourWe offer a variety of daily tours and experiences at Monticello. Find a tour that suits your interests!
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Gardens and Grounds Tours
MonticelloAll DayFarm and Garden, TourThese walking tours of Monticello’s restored flower and vegetable gardens, grove and orchards highlight Jefferson’s deep and long-standing interest in horticulture. Free with admission. Hours vary by season.