Monticello is a Palladian landmark in Charlottesville, Virginia. Built in 1768-1809, it was designed by Thomas Jefferson, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is owned by Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Inc..
Location: 931 Thomas Jefferson Parkway, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Albemarle County (near Charlottesville), Charlottesville, Virginia
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0126, SRC-0127, SRC-0128 - Designed by Thomas Jefferson
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0129, SRC-0130 - Built 1768–1809
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-0127, SRC-0130, SRC-0128, SRC-0126 - Architectural style: Palladian
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0129, SRC-0128 - Historic designation: UNESCO World Heritage Site (1987); National Historic Landmark (1960)
confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-0129, SRC-0127, SRC-0130, SRC-10047
Ownership history
Current owner — Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Inc. (since 1923)
confidence 85/100 · SRC-13734, SRC-10047, SRC-14000
Current owner — Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Inc. (since 1923)
confidence 85/100 · SRC-13734, SRC-10047, SRC-14000
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0126 — Virginia Department of Historic Resources (Tier 1, public_record; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0127 — Encyclopaedia Britannica (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0128 — Encyclopedia Virginia (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0129 — National Park Service (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0130 — History.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10047 — Wikipedia — Monticello (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-13734 — https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/monticello-saved-by-levys.htm (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-14000 — Encyclopedia Virginia (Virginia Humanities) — Monticello (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-4658 — Journey Through Hallowed Ground (Tier 2, heritage_org; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4659 — Blue Ridge Parkway Association (Tier 2, tourism_org; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4730 — Harvard University — Declaration Resources Project (Tier 1, academic; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Open daily; spring/summer/fall gates open ~9:30am-5:30pm, last tour 50 min before closing. Hours vary seasonally.
Admission: Multiple tour tiers (Highlights, Founding Friends/Foes, Behind-the-Scenes, Gardens & Grounds, Slavery at Monticello, etc.) at varying prices; reserve timed tickets online. Pricing varies by tour - check official tickets page.
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit Monticello?
Yes — Monticello is open to the public. Hours: Open daily; spring/summer/fall gates open ~9:30am-5:30pm, last tour 50 min before closing. Hours vary seasonally.. Admission: Multiple tour tiers (Highlights, Founding Friends/Foes, Behind-the-Scenes, Gardens & Grounds, Slavery at Monticello, etc.) at varying prices; reserve timed tickets online. Pricing varies by tour - check official tickets page..
Who designed Monticello?
Monticello was designed by Thomas Jefferson.
Where is Monticello located?
Monticello is located in Charlottesville, Virginia.