Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, photographed by James Losey
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Monticello

Monticello, “Little Mountain,” was the home from 1770 until his death in 1826, of Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence and third president of the United States. Jefferson was one of America’s first and finest architects and he created, rebuilt, and revised the house throughout his long life.

  • Parking
  • Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Restrooms
  • WiFi

Know Before You Go

Thomas Jefferson's Monticello is only minutes away from the historic University of Virginia, which he had founded. Today, both Monticello and the University of Virginia are classified as UNESCO world heritage sites.

Operating Hours

Please visit Monticello's website for up-to-date information on its hours.

Admission & Tickets

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