Family Friendly Tour

Clock weights that go into the floor, Mastodon bones, double-acting doors...there are lots of things at Monticello that kids find fascinating. These special guided 45-minute tours are uniquely designed for families with children ages 5 to 11.

Featuring hands-on learning, these tours highlight Jefferson’s ideas and accomplishments and share stories of the people, both free and enslaved, who lived on this working plantation. This popular pass includes access to our gardens, grounds, walking tours, family-friendly activities, and exhibits.

For	Pricing	When
Adults	$42 Mornings and Early Afternoon, Seasonal	Mornings and Early Afternoon, Seasonal
Children 12 - 18	$13 Mornings and Early Afternoon, Seasonal	Mornings and Early Afternoon, Seasonal
Children under 12	Free (ticket required) Mornings and Early Afternoon, Seasonal	Mornings and Early Afternoon, Seasonal
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Schedule for 2023
Jan 12 - Jan 16
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Apr 1 - Apr 15
Jun 10 - Sept 4
Oct 1, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 21, 22
Dec 26 - 30

What's included:

Programs and Exhibitions

Guided tour of first floor spaces of Thomas Jefferson’s home and areas on the West Lawn.
Meet Thomas Jefferson (most Tuesdays-Saturdays)
Guided Gardens & Grounds Tour
Guided Slavery at Monticello Tour
Mountaintop Activity Center
Mobile Scavenger Hunt for Families
Exhibits at the Visitor Center
Thomas Jefferson’s World Introductory Film

Access To

Free Parking
The Shops at Monticello and Monticello Farm Table
Free Wifi at the Visitor Center and around the mountaintop
Burial Ground for Enslaved People at Monticello

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Visit

Bring a well-charged smart phone with QR Code Reader to access additional content and activities as you explore the house and grounds.
Check out our Visiting FAQs to learn more about efforts to make your visit safe and enjoyable.