Location: North Wing
An icehouse, tack room, and bays for horses and carriages were located in the lower level of the North Wing, connecting the passage under the house to the North Pavilion. Today, this lower level includes restrooms, a Farm Shop with gift items, beverages, and snacks and a family activity center.
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North Wing
An icehouse, tack room, and bays for horses and carriages were located in the lower level of the North Wing, connecting the passage under the house to the North Pavilion.
Archaeology in Action
Archaeology in Action meets at the benches outside of the North Pavillion on the winding walk.
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The House
Monticello is Thomas Jefferson's architectural masterpiece, which he designed and redesigned for more than forty years. It remains a national icon and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Farm Shop and Restrooms
Located under the North Terrace on the mountaintop, the Farm Shop provides casual fare, hot and cold drinks, seasonal treats, and an outdoor seating area for visitors.
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Mountaintop Activity Center
Enjoy fun, hands-on activities for kids and their families at the Mountaintop Activity Center. Write with a quill pen, crack a code with a wheel cipher, and explore mystery objects.
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Moutaintop Shuttle Stop
Located at the end of Monticello’s East Walk. Guests can take the shuttle — which also stops at Jefferson’s grave — back to the visitor center.
East Lawn
Monticello's East Lawn is a historic entrance to the Main House. All timed tickets meet here.
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Visitor Center
The David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center serves as the gateway to Jefferson's timeless Monticello, with a shop, a café, and exhibits that prepare guests for their trips to the historic mountaintop.
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North Wing
An icehouse, tack room, and bays for horses and carriages were located in the lower level of the North Wing, connecting the passage under the house to the North Pavilion.
Archaeology in Action
Archaeology in Action meets at the benches outside of the North Pavillion on the winding walk.
Learn More
The House
Monticello is Thomas Jefferson's architectural masterpiece, which he designed and redesigned for more than forty years. It remains a national icon and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Select a House Tour
Farm Shop and Restrooms
Located under the North Terrace on the mountaintop, the Farm Shop provides casual fare, hot and cold drinks, seasonal treats, and an outdoor seating area for visitors.
Learn More
Mountaintop Activity Center
Enjoy fun, hands-on activities for kids and their families at the Mountaintop Activity Center. Write with a quill pen, crack a code with a wheel cipher, and explore mystery objects.
Learn More
Moutaintop Shuttle Stop
Located at the end of Monticello’s East Walk. Guests can take the shuttle — which also stops at Jefferson’s grave — back to the visitor center.
East Lawn
Monticello's East Lawn is a historic entrance to the Main House. All timed tickets meet here.
Learn More
Visitor Center
The David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center serves as the gateway to Jefferson's timeless Monticello, with a shop, a café, and exhibits that prepare guests for their trips to the historic mountaintop.
Visitor Center Map