Park, buy tickets, shop, eat, and enjoy three exhibitions, a kids discovery room and a powerful 15-minute introductory film at the Visitor Center.

A tour of the main house is the highlight of any visit. Check your tour options on our Tickets and Tours page.

Meet Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by veteran historical actor-interpreter Bill Barker) in person, most Tuesdays through Saturdays during regularly scheduled programming.

Explore exhibitions on the building of Monticello, the operation of the plantation and the legacy of the Declaration of Independence and enjoy our powerful 15-minute introductory film.

Explore Monticello's grounds on your own or take a seasonal, guided Gardens and Grounds Tour (which is included with admission).

We encourage all of our guests to explore the subject of Slavery at Monticello. Through our daily guided tours, exhibits, and an app, we strive to present an honest and inclusive look at one of the most difficult topics in American history.

Explore the exhibits under and around the main house, which focus on a variety of topics from cooking to travel to the legacy of slavery. And don't miss The Life of Sally Hemings exhibit in the South Wing.

Walk or take a shuttle to Jefferson's grave and the cemetery, which is owned by the descendants of Thomas Jefferson and his wife, Martha.

Refuel at the Monticello Farm Table café. Stop by one of our Shops for snacks, beverages, books or one-a-kinds gifts and mementos of your visit.

With a family-friendly tour, a discovery room, a hands-on activity center, gifts and food (including a seasonal ice cream cart), there's plenty that will keep your youngest engaged at Monticello.

With native hardwood forest, deep ravines, elevated walks and spectacular views the Saunders-Monticello Trail is Central Virginia's most popular park.