About the Passport
In 2026, the United States marks its 250th anniversary. This historic milestone--extraordinary in our lifetimes--provides the ideal moment to come together, better understand our shared past, and renew our commitment to the pursuit of "a more perfect union."
We invite you to explore the outsized role Virginians played in securing American independence, and our journey since, by visiting the many museums and historic sites of this Commonwealth. The Virginia 250 Passport features dozens of museums and historic sites across the Commonwealth.
How to Get a Passport
Pick up a Passport at:
- A Signature Passport Site: Monticello, Virginia Museum of History & Culture, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, or Mount Vernon
- The VA250 Mobile Museum
- Select VA250 events
- Virginia Tourism Welcome Centers across the Commonwealth.
How to Get Stamps and Discounts
When you visit a 250 Passport Site, ask for their official stamp to document your visit in your passport booklet. Once you have received at least one passport stamp, get a 15% discount on admission at all the following 250 Passport Sites you visit. One admission discount per passport holder; one discount per site.
Plan Your Visit to Monticello with a 250 Passport and Save
If you have one or more stamps in your 250 Passport, then you qualify to save 15% on your next regular admission ticket to Monticello.
Choose admission from these options:
- Highlights Tour (year-round)
- Founding Friends, Founding Foes (year-round in 2025-2026)
- Women at Monticello Tour (select days in March and October)
- From Slavery to Freedom Tour (year-round)
- Family Friendly Tour (select days throughout the year)
- Grounds Ticket (year-round)
Reserve Online (Recommended)
- Purchase tickets for ALL persons in your traveling party to ensure your reservation and so you are able to tour with your group. Each passport holder receives a discount.
- At the Monticello Ticket Office, please show your passport with at least one stamp and then receive a 15% refund.
- You must have the card used to purchase the original ticket(s) with you to receive your refund.
Get Tickets in Person
- Present your passport with at least one stamp at the Monticello Ticket Office when you arrive to purchase discounted tickets.
- Tours are dependent on availability.
Proof of a purchased admission ticket is required to receive a passport stamp.
250 Passport Discount cannot be combined with other offers, but guests purchasing tickets through other offers may still receive a stamp.
More to Plan Your Monticello Visit
Other Special Rates and Discounts
Explore Monticello’s current admission discounts, ranging from active military personnel and veterans to students, groups, and locals.
Celebrating the 250th
Join us in 2025 and 2026 for an array of special tours, engaging programs, and family activities that celebrate American independence and honor the fight for equality and freedom.
Family Friendly Activities
Plan your family's day with our tips for what to see and do during your trip. Hands-on activities, family-friendly tours, interactive exhibits - Monticello has something special for all ages.
Sample Itineraries
There are many ways to experience Monticello. Check out our sample itineraries and see suggestions for how to make the most of your visit.