Monticello, Charlottesville

Amazing experience. Would have liked to see more of the house for the price especially during the pandemic. Only got to walk the downstairs. Also only 30% of all the items in the home are original and owned by Jefferson. House and property are beautiful and the views are amazing. Definitely worth a visit. Love that they are creating a more visual and respectful place for the slaves of the time and giving them the rightful acknowledgment of their amazing contribution as well. Overall, worth a visit. Great stories and a wonderful part of history.

Excellent historical and architectural site, well maintained and managed. We visited with four young children. There is plenty of information and narrative throughout the site, but the true value comes from experiencing in person a preserved/reconstructed site from a period in history. The whole visit is a bit more challenging if you are pushing a stroller. Steep parking lot and walkways, etc. We hiked from the visitors center to the home (and back down) with a stroller which was hard work, but manageable. They also have a shuttle which certainly makes access much easier. Also touring the home is pretty tight, but the guides were very accommodating and helpful.