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Monticello


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 22 attractions in Charlottesvill...
Traveler Description:
Monticello and its many historical rooms, gadgets, furniture, buildings, and artifacts tell us a lot about Thomas Jefferson, the president who built... more » Monticello and its many historical rooms, gadgets, furniture, buildings, and artifacts tell us a lot about Thomas Jefferson, the president who built it and lived there. « less
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Attraction type: Historic home, History museum, Other, Garden, Historic site
Address: Route 53 Charlottesville, VA 22902
Tel: 434-984-9822

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1 of 5 stars
aahenderson 2 contributions
clyde, NC
Jul 6, 2009

After spending 5 days in Washington DC, we were wrapping up our family vacation at Monticello. It was not at all what I expected, since we had such a positive experience everywhere we visited in DC. Every security guard and tour guide we had in DC was very welcoming of our family and was extremely friendly to our children. We... more

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5 of 5 stars
renessa14 3 contributions
North Carolina
Jun 21, 2009

I visited Monticello in the late 80s and we could go upstairs at that time. They have now done away with that. Even with that being taken away, the tour is still very informative and lasts about 45 minutes. My husband and I took separate tours to stay outside with our baby, we both learned different things from our guides... more

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5 of 5 stars
monarat 15 contributions
SoCal
May 28, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We visited Monticello the first Saturday in May and thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful grounds, the history of the place and the home itself. I had read on Trip Advisor that the house tours were too brief and I must agree. I wanted to see more! The tours are organized by times. Our guide was very knowledgeable and led us through... more

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5 of 5 stars
MichaelOB 6 contributions
Dumfries, VA
May 21, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

I have been to Monticello about six times. In fact, I proposed to my wife there 12 years ago! To know Monticello is to know the mind of Jefferson. This wasn't just a place he purchased and moved in to. This house was his life-long passion and every square foot was designed by Jefferson with purpose. When you walk in... more

A Must See
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5 of 5 stars
AM1979 25 contributions
Sykesville, Maryland
Jan 21, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

My husband and I had a wonderful weekend getaway to Charlotte, Virginia and made Monticello a must see during our trip. I have no major complaints. The new visitor center is lovely. The onsite cafe had great lunch food. Our tour guide was very informative. The only negative for me was the shuttle ride and wait for the tour. The... more

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5 of 5 stars
mtnsprite 29 contributions
Angelus Oaks, CA
Dec 8, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Experience the range of Jefferson's interests through a typical twenty-four hours of his retirement at Monticello. Monticello is the autobiographical masterpiece of Thomas Jefferson, designed and redesigned and built and rebuilt for more than forty years. The gardens at Monticello were a botanic showpiece, a source of food, and an experimental laboratory of ornamental and useful plants from around the... more

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5 of 5 stars
jpete02 111 contributions
Lansing, Michigan
Nov 16, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

This is probably one of the most famous houses in America and its reputation is well deserved. After touring this house, I considered myself fortunate to have seen it in person. In my opinion, every American should see this house in tribute to the wonderful legacy that Thomas Jefferson has given us. Monticello is located just outside of Charlottesville, Virginia... more

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5 of 5 stars
m0m0f3 10 contributions
Boston, Massachusetts
Aug 28, 2008

Our family, with 3 children ages 16, 13, and 10 toured Monticello on a Saturday in August, 2008. Like others we found the house tour rushed. None of the children got bored, it moved along so quickly. We all enjoyed walking in the gardens, Mulberry row, and taking the walking path back to the parking lot instead of the shuttle... more

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5 of 5 stars
traveler987654321 11 contributions
New Jersey
Aug 13, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

Whether you know a little or a lot about TJ, there is something on these tours that should appeal to you. First, the house: the tour could be longer (they didn't take us upstairs), but the house has been maintained/restored wonderfully and in a way that really shows the nature of TJ. The presentation of the house was done in... more

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4 of 5 stars
buffal0gal 1 contribution
buffalo
Jul 8, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

I agree with several other reviewers that the house tour feels rushed and it would be nice to have more time and be able to ask questions. However, the 2 outdoor tours (included in the price of admission) of the Plantations and Gardens were about 45 minutes each, very interactive, not rushed, and excellent. They are offered at hourly intervals... more

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Monticello Address

Route 53, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Tel: 434-984-9822