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Holiday Evening Tours

Late December

  • All guests $99

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This tour is a rare opportunity to experience Monticello after dark, decorated with the style of holiday greenery found during Jefferson’s era. 

It offers an intimate look at how all people who lived on the Monticello mountaintop – enslaved and free – celebrated the holidays. Journey through public and private rooms including Monticello’s upper floors and the iconic Dome Room. 

Dates: December 18-23; 26-27 at 5:15pm, 5:30pm, 5:45pm, 6:00pm, and 6:15pm

You'll have access to:

-Free Parking-The Shop at Monticello 
-Free Wifi and Monticello Mobile Guide-The Farm Shop on the Mountaintop
-Mountaintop Gardens and Grounds-The Monticello Café

Holiday Tour for Families

  • 90 minutes

    Family Holiday Tour

    Designed for families with children ages 5 to 11 and featuring hands-on learning, this tour explores the first floor of the house and provides an intimate look at how all people who lived on the Monticello mountaintop — enslaved and free — celebrated the holidays.

    • Adults $42
    • Ages 12-18 $13
    • Ages 5-11 $4
    • Under 5 Free
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Monticello Membership Program

Monticello is a nonprofit that depends on the support of visitors like you. Commemorate America's 250th with a Monticello Membership and enjoy year-round access, exclusive perks, and member-only benefits. Includes a free standard-rate house tour every time you visit!

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