Plan Your Visit

There are many ways to experience Monticello

From guided tours to independent experiences, find what works best for your schedule and interests.

Check out our sample itineraries to help plan your trip. VIEW ITINERARIES ➔

A visit to Monticello is among the top things to do in charlottesville, VA
Tickets and Tours Find what works for your schedule and interests.
Admission includes guided tours about Monticello's gardens and grounds and Jefferson and slavery.
Included with Every Admission Guided outdoor tours, family activity centers, and exhibit galleries are all included with your ticket.
See Monticello's hours by clicking on a closeup image of the house's Great Clock
Hours Monticello is open throughout the year.
Directions to Monticello (shows a Jefferson interpreter sitting on a horse checking his notes)
Directions GPS address, written directions, and parking information

Field Trips and Group Ticketing »

Check out our special rates for adult group tours and school fieldtrips.

Map of Monticello

Find walking trails, shuttle bus routes, guest services, and more.

Enhance Your Visit

Download the Bloomberg Connects App or pick up an Audio Guide to use during your visit.

The Charlottesville Area

Whether you love food, history, the arts, or the great outdoors, Charlottesville is also a great place to visit.

During Your Visit

Our visitor center helps guests understand why Monticello is a top attraction in Central Virginia
David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center Begin your visit by exploring exhibit galleries or the hands-on, family-friendly activities in the Griffin Discovery Room.
The Contemplative Site at Monticello features a 60-foot long steel structure pierced with the names of the 607 men, women, and children known to have been enslaved by Jefferson.
Sites of Reflection The Burial Ground for Enslaved People and the Contemplative Site are places to remember the lives and legacies of Monticello's enslaved laborers.
A family toasting over a table of food from the Monticello Café, which serves seasonal menus
Dining and Shopping The Farm Shop and Monticello Café are perfect spots to grab a snack, lunch, coffee, or cold drink, while our shops have gifts for home, garden, and more.
Enjoying a glass of wine with a mountain view at Jefferson Vineyards is a great way to complete your trip to Charlottesville or day at Monticello
Jefferson Vineyards Owned by Monticello, Jefferson Vineyards offers award-winning wines and stunning mountain views.  

Policies and Procedures »
Monticello is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all guests. Learn more about service animals, onsite photography, and prohibited items.

Safety and Security
Monticello wants every guest's visit to be enjoyable and safe. Upon arrival, all guests must pass through a security screening and bag check.

After Your Visit

Make plans to visit again with an annual pass or sign-up to receive emails about what's new at Monticello.

 

Sunrise at Monticello overlooking the West Lawn
Annual Pass Pass holders enjoy unlimited general admission to Monticello and a 20% discount in The Shop at Monticello.
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ADDRESS:
931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway
Charlottesville, VA 22902
GENERAL INFORMATION:
(434) 984-9800