DC Mall w/ Washington Monument Ticket Exclusive Guided Tour
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This 2.5-hour walking tour begins at the DC Mall and leads you through the most revered memorials, concluding with a visit to the Washington Monument. Dive into the heart of American history and explore the memorials dedicated to its key figures and events. Your expert local guide will share captivating stories and the hidden symbolism within. These sites are not just architectural marvels but are imbued with the spirit of American resilience and valor. Enjoy ample opportunities to capture photos of these iconic memorials as your guide brings to life the stories of the people and events they commemorate. The journey through history doesn't end here; it culminates at the Washington Monument, where guests are provided entry tickets for a self-guided visit. While the ascent and exploration of the monument are unguided, it offers a moment of reflection and breathtaking views over the capital.
Inclusions
What's included
- Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
- Entry ticket to the Washington Monument. This portion will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Guided Walking Tour
- Duration 2.5 Hours
What's not
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- the Washington Monument will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.
Itinerary
You will also see the grand Lincoln Memorial, a monument which was constructed to honor President Abraham Lincoln, the 16th United States president. The monument towers over the Reflecting Pool, in the western end of the National Mall.
You will pass by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a 2-acre national memorial which pays tribute to the members of the U.S Armed Forces who fought in the Vietnam War and were killed or missing in action. The memorial is made up of three separate parts: the Three Soldiers statue, the Vietnam Women’s Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial War, considered the most popular feature.
Another memorial you will come across is the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Dedicated on July 27, 1995, the memorial honors the 5.8 million Americans who served in the U.S armed services during the three-year period of the Korean War.
You will also see the National World War II Memorial, a memorial of national significance which commemorates the Americans who served in the U.S armed forces during WW2 and all who supported the war effort from home, The Second World War is the only 20th Century event commemorated on the National Mall’s central axis.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Washington DC, District of Columbia
The journey through history doesn't end here; it culminates at the Washington Monument, where guests are provided entry tickets for a self-guided visit. While the ascent and exploration of the monument are unguided, it offers a moment of reflection and breathtaking views over the capital.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the Albert Einstein Memorial Statue 2101 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20418 Constitution Ave. between 21st and 22nd Street (across from from the Vietnam memorial)
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Babylon Tours DC
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
How it compares in Washington DC
- Its from-price is 44% below the median of the 158 city tours we list in Washington DC.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 60 of 158.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Washington DC
Washington, DC is the US capital, a planned city on the Potomac, with a National Mall of monuments and museums and cherry trees in spring.
Washington was planned as a capital in the 1790s, with broad avenues radiating from the Capitol. The National Mall stretches from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, past the Washington Monument and the Reflecting Pool. Memorials to Jefferson, Franklin Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr stand around the Tidal Basin, where cherry trees bloom in late March or early April. The White House stands just north of the Mall.
Top-ranked sights in Washington DC: The White House, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial.
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