DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets
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Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Guided Night Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night via temperature-controlled coach bus, learning about sites you pass along the way. Travelers will have a chance to stop at 10 top sites for photos including the White House, US Capitol, MLK Jr Memorial, WWII Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, & more. Enjoy the views as your route passes by 20+ additional sites such as Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and many of the Smithsonians. Tour Stops: • National Archives • The U.S. Capitol • White House • Lincoln Memorial • WWII Memorial • MLK Memorial • Korean War Memorial • Lincoln Memorial • Vietnam Memorial • Vietnam Women Memorial • USMC Memorial **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) also walk along and see cherry blossom trees up close. *Travelers may upgrade to include Tickets to the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum.
Your experience
Stop 1
Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Guided Night Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night via temperature-controlled coach bus, learning about sites you pass along the way. Travelers will have a chance to stop at 10 top sites for photos including the White House, US Capitol, MLK Jr Memorial, WWII Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, & more. Enjoy the views as your route passes by 20+ additional sites such as Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and many of the Smithsonians. Tour Stops: • National Archives • The U.S. Capitol • White House • Lincoln Memorial • WWII Memorial • MLK Memorial • Korean War Memorial • Lincoln Memorial • Vietnam Memorial • Vietnam Women Memorial • USMC Memorial **In December, see the holiday lights outside the White House, US Capitol, Canadian Embassy, Willard Hotel *Travelers may upgrade to include Tickets to the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, African American Museum, or US Capitol.
Stop 2
Stop outside US Capitol to explore area with guide and to take photos. See the heart of American democracy on Capitol Hill.
Stop 3
Stop at the Lincoln Memorial. Visit the majestic monument honoring President Abraham Lincoln. Take in the grand architecture, learn about its history, and capture memorable photos of the iconic statue and Reflecting Pool.
Stop 4
Stop at the MLK Memorial. Discover the memorial dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., featuring the Stone of Hope and inspiring inscriptions. Your guide will share insights about his life and legacy while you take in the serene setting and photos.
Stop 5
Stop at the White House for photos and to explore the area with your guide. See the iconic residence of the U.S. President and learn about its history and architecture while taking photos. Your guide will share stories and context about this symbol of American leadership.
Stop 6
See the monuments along the Tidal Basin. During Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) also walk along and see cherry blossom trees up close during tour.
Stop 7
During Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) also walk along and see cherry blossom trees up close during tour.
Stop 8
Pass by the National Gallery of Art
Stop 9
Pass by US Marine Corp Memorial
Stop 10
Stop at the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. Pause at this powerful tribute to those who served in the Vietnam War. Guests can walk along the Wall, locate names, and reflect while taking photos of this moving memorial.
Stop 11
Stop at the Korean War Veterans Memorial
Stop 12
Photo stop at the WWII Memorial in DC
What’s included
- **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) walk along the cherry blossom trees
- Upgraded tickets to Washington Monument allow Faster Entry as they can head right to security check
- Upgrade option available during checkout to include admission ticket to the African American Museum
- Stops at 10+ Top Attractions including the White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial
- Professional Tour Guide that stays with you throughout tour and walks with you at each stop
- Enjoy a moonlit tour of Washington DC for a unique experience and see monuments lit up at night
- Upgrade option available during checkout to include Reserved Entry to the Air & Space Museum
- **During the month of December, see the holiday lights outside the White House and U.S. Capitol.
- 3-Hour Washington DC Night-Time Sightseeing Tour of the National Mall
- Upgrade option available during checkout to include admission ticket to the Washington Monument
- Pass by 20+ top DC sites such as Arlington Cemetery and the Washington Monument
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Meeting and pickup
Tours depart from 790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, located outside the National Archives Building. The tour bus will be located near the corner of 9th Street NW and Pennsylvania Ave NW. Please look for the bus labeled “DC Guided Tours” upon arrival. Please arrive no later than 7PM.
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Upgrade: optional upgrade available at checkout to include reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, or African American History Museum.
- Ticket upgrades: 1. Due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be valid for the next available day of travel after your night tour. 2. Your attraction tickets will be valid for entry on the date and time assigned by the attraction, which will be noted on your entry ticket upon receipt. Date and time cannot be selected ahead of time, and we are unable to change the date and time assigned to you by the attraction. 3. The tour operator will send your ticket to you on the date of your scheduled night tour. Tickets will be sent to travelers via WhatsApp. If you did not provide us with a valid WhatsApp phone number during checkout, please contact us prior to your tour date. 4. Attraction Tickets are non-refundable once issued to travelers. 5. Tickets are used for self-guided entry into the attractions. Entry is not a part of the guided tour experience and is for the traveler to use independently.
- **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) also walk along and see cherry blossom trees up close during tour. Please Note: cherry blossoms are a seasonal highlight, and when the trees are not in bloom travelers will still be able to enjoy the 10+ memorial stops and sightseeing portion of the tour without the trees. Please be advised of this when booking preferred travel date.
- **In December, see the holiday lights outside the White House, US Capitol, Canadian Embassy, & more
- Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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