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- English
Join me for an insider's walk through the National Mall, where history, nature, and events come alive. See the memorials, and learn hidden stories with a retired ranger who managed the Mall for 15 years. This tour provides a unique perspective on United States history from the founding of the nation to today.
- 2-hour guided walking tour starting at the Lincoln Memorial
- Visit other key memorials, including those commemorating World War II, the Korean War, and Martin Luther King Jr.
- Learn from a retired ranger with insider knowledge of the National Mall
- Small group experience for a personalized adventure
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at benches near bottom of Lincoln Memorial steps
Itinerary
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1Lincoln Memorial
Learn how Abraham Lincoln, Marian Anderson and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. fought for civil rights.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Gaze at the Vietnam Wall: appreciate the sacrifices paid by troops and how the Memorial helped veterans heal.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Korean War Veterans Memorial
Visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial: Feel emotions evoked by the statues of American troops, and learn why the Wall of Remembrance was added.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
See the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial: Walk through the Mountain of Despair to get to the Stone of Hope, and learn about Dr. King's fight for equality and the Civil Rights movement.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5District of Columbia War Memorial
See DC's memorial to World War I and learn about the rise of fascism.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6National World War II Memorial
Walk through the memorial honoring the contributions of Americans, both overseas and on the homefront, in defeating fascism.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Washington Monument
Look up at the Washington Monument: Learn why it took so long to build.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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