Washington DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

4.5
(17 reviews)
Washington DC, USA

1 to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Visit the most famous landmarks of America’s capital city! See the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Capitol Building, Smithsonian Museums, and much more, and learn the revolutionary history behind the creation of Washington, D.C.

Note: Some key stops are located farther apart and require a short drive, as they can’t be easily reached by walking.

After booking, check your email/text for a special password and setup instructions. Download the Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and once it's complete, you can enjoy it offline. Just open the app, hit the road, and follow the audio instructions!

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's Included

Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and transport are separate.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start at 1425 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC. Walk toward the White House to see historic buildings on both sides. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses, so their staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass. Check your email/text for details.

End point
Supreme Court of the United States

Itinerary

Duration: 1 to 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Introducing Woodward Building Apartments, a community unlike any other in the area! Note: The tour is over 2+ miles long, with more than 45+ audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete.. Your password can be used on the same number of devices as the travelers you have booked. Please enter the same password on each device. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Albert Gallatin is a bronze statue by James Earle Fraser. It commemorates Albert Gallatin, who founded New York University and served as United States Secretary of the Treasury.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    The White House

    Your first stop will be none other than the White House known around the world. Here, you'll not only get a good look at this incredible landmark, but also some little-known history about its construction

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    The Eisenhower Executive Office Building —formerly known as the Old Executive Office Building and even earlier as the State, War, and Navy Building—is a U.S. government building situated just west of the White House in the U.S. capital of Washington, D.C.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Continuing along your path, you'll pass through the lovely Constitution Gardens, one of D.C.'s many beautiful green spaces

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    You'll pass the intricate and expansive World War II Memorial next, where you have the chance to pay your respects to the Americans who gave their lives in the fight against fascism and search for the two hidden "Kilroy was here" engravings

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    National Mall

    Next you'll arrive at the National Mall a picturesque stretch of greenway which is also home to many of Washington's most iconic sights

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Lincoln Memorial

    Up next is the iconic Lincoln Memorial, where you'll find an enormous statue of Lincoln overlooking his pavilion in front of a powerful inscription

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Korean War Veterans Memorial

    After that, you'll come to the Korean War Veterans Memorial, honoring those who fought and died during the Korean War. This unusual memorial blends thousands of photographs with surprising architecture, and you'll learn about all the symbolism behind it

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    US House of Representatives

    Want to see the place where, as the saying goes, "the sausage gets made"? That's up next, at the House of Representatives, where congress meets to create and debate legislation

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    Washington Monument

    You'll then approach the Washington Monument, that iconic white obelisk reaching skyward. Did you know this was once the world's tallest structure? It was actually dethroned by none other than the Eiffel Tower!

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 12
    National Gallery of Art

    Then, stroll through the Sculpture Garden, a cozy little park full of strange, captivating works of art

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 13
    Supreme Court of the United States

    Finally, you'll arrive at the Supreme Court of the United States, where the ultimate authorities on Constitutional Law bring down their gavels. The tour concludes here

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 14
    United States Capitol

    Next is the United States Capitol Building, that iconic domed structure you've seen on TV. Get an in-person look at this landmark and hear about how this branch of the government came into being

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
  • Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
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Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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