Follow the Potomac from central Washington to colonial Alexandria and George Washington's Mount Vernon.
Best for: History lovers who want to go beyond the National Mall
Experience highlights
See Potomac River route
Explore Old Town Alexandria
Take in King Street and waterfront
See Mount Vernon
Discover George Washington history
About this experience
Turn a visit to the capital into a scenic road trip. Starting near Union Station, follow the Potomac to the cobblestone streets and waterfront of Old Town Alexandria, then continue to Mount Vernon. Your GoCar supplies directions and stories along the way, while the reserved time includes dedicated time to explore the estate grounds and river views. The route moves naturally from Potomac River route through King Street and waterfront to George Washington history, revealing a different side of Washington DC as the drive unfolds. It is a strong choice for history lovers who want to go beyond the National Mall, with GPS-guided stories and the freedom to pause for photos or explore at your own pace.
Points of interest
See Potomac River route · Explore Old Town Alexandria · Take in King Street and waterfront · See Mount Vernon · Discover George Washington history
Route overview
A visual route overview for this experience has not been added yet.
Washington DC
Vehicle options
Vehicle options to be confirmed.
Tour length does not change based on vehicle type.
Driver and passenger requirements
Driver and passenger requirements for this tour have not been added yet. Check the booking window for current requirements.
Standard reservation
The standard reservation is designed around the average time needed to complete the route in normal traffic. Add 60 minutes for a more relaxed pace, with extra time to stop, explore and capture unforgettable photos.
Relaxed pace option
Add 60 minutes for a more relaxed pace, with extra time to stop, explore and capture unforgettable photos.
If you keep the vehicle longer
If you keep the vehicle beyond your prepaid reservation time, you will only be charged for the additional minutes used, not a full extra hour. Overage is calculated per minute using the tour's discounted hourly rate.
