Plan Your Visit
Today’s Hours
Gates are open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. First tour, 10:15 a.m.; last tour, 4:10 p.m.
Getting Here
My Monticello: An Exhibition of Student Art
My Monticello: An Exhibition of Student Art includes artwork from over 300 third-grade students from Charlottesville... 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMy Monticello: An Exhibition of Student Art
My Monticello: An Exhibition of Student Art includes artwork from over 300 third-grade students from Charlottesville... 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMy Monticello: An Exhibition of Student Art
My Monticello: An Exhibition of Student Art includes artwork from over 300 third-grade students from Charlottesville... 10:00 am - 3:00 pmHighlights
Monticello Day Pass
Spend the day at Monticello and get an intimate look at Thomas Jefferson.
View all tours & eventsNew Monticello YouTube Channel
Videos on Monticello's 25th anniversary as World Heritage Site and a visit by Chef Alice Waters highlight the launch of our new YouTube Channel.
Introducing the Presidents Passport
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Online Highlights
Jefferson Today
Jefferson is almost always in the news. See what people are saying about him and what they're saying he said.
Monticello Classroom
Find resources on Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello for classroom or home use.
Monticello Explorer
A virtual tour of the house with 3-D models, animations, and details on people, spaces, and places.
Exploring Monticello: A Guide for Young Learners
Tour Monticello with TJ's granddaughter Cornelia.
Thomas Jefferson Portal
Your gateway to information on Thomas Jefferson and his life, times, and legacy.
Mobility scooters are certainly permitted. As mentioned in the section above discussing the size of wheelchairs,...more »