Are you looking to experience an old-fashioned Christmas in Virginia? Look no further than Mount Vernon, where you can tour one of Virginia’s oldest estates by candlelight. Not only will this event put you in the holiday spirit, but it will also make you feel as though you’ve traveled back in time — by a few hundred years! This immersive tour, marked by soft flickering lights, historic marvels, and intriguing storytelling, is one that surely belongs on your holiday bucket list.

The Mount Vernon by Candlelight tours are being offered Nov. 24-25, Dec. 1-2, Dec. 8-9, Dec. 17, 2023. You can purchase tickets ahead of time online. 

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Have you ever visited the iconic Mount Vernon in Virginia? Would you consider experiencing an old-fashioned Christmas at this historic estate? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we would love to hear from you! For more information about the tour as well as other seasonal events going on, be sure to check out the official Mount Vernon website. And, if you’re in need of a place to stay while you’re in town, take a look at these unique vacation rentals in Alexandria, Virginia.

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