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Explore Washington, DC’s iconic landmarks and famous Memorials up close on a fun, guided cart tour designed around a scenic “Water View” route. This shorter, 110-minute experience focuses on the beauty of the Tidal Basin and DC'S landmarks offering prime photo opportunities of the city at its most picturesque.
Glide around the National Mall, catch views of the White House, and take in select memorials along the way. To maximize time along the waterfront, this route does not include stops at the Korean and Vietnam War Memorials, allowing for a more relaxed, visually focused experience. Throughout the tour, your expert guide brings the city to life with engaging history and stories as you capture stunning moments at every turn.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Tour Starts at: 333 G St NW Washington, DC 20001 Corner of the Arlo Washington DC Hotel
Itinerary
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1Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill is the seat of the U.S. government, home to the domed United States Capitol, Senate, Houses of Representatives and the neoclassical Supreme Court.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
National Gallery of Art (Pass by)
The National Gallery of Art, founded as a gift to the nation, serves as a center of visual art, education, and culture. Our collection of more than 150,000 paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photographs, prints, and drawings spans the history of Western art and showcases some of the triumphs of human creativity.
Admission ticket free -
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (Pass by)
The National Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum administered by the Smithsonian Institution, located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It has free admission and is open 364 days a year.
Admission ticket free -
National Museum of African American History and Culture (Pass by)
The National Museum of African American History and Culture, colloquially known as the Blacksonian, is a Smithsonian Institution museum located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the United States. It was established in 2003 and opened its permanent home in 2016 with a ceremony led by President Barack Obama.
Admission ticket free -
2Washington Monument
The National Monument stands as the tallest structure in Washington, D.C. Shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, it is 555' 5/8” high and made of marble, granite, and bluestone gneiss, it took 36 years to complete. From the top viewers enjoy 30 to 40 miles visibility in clear weather.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Thomas Jefferson Memorial
The Jefferson Memorial is a national memorial in Washington, D.C., built in honor of Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the United States Declaration of Independence, a central intellectual force behind the American Revolution, a founder of the Democratic-Republican Party, and the nation's third president.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Tidal Basin
See the Tidal Basin’s edge and take stunning pictures as their pink petals reflect on the water — a truly unforgettable DC experience.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial (Pass by)
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a presidential memorial in Washington D.C., dedicated to the memory of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States, and to the era he represents. The memorial is one of two in Washington honoring Roosevelt.
Admission ticket free -
5Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is a national memorial located in West Potomac Park next to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It covers four acres and includes the Stone of Hope, a granite statue of civil rights movement leader Martin Luther King Jr. carved by sculptor Lei Yixin
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Lincoln Memorial
The memorial is surrounded by 36 fluted Doric columns, one for each of the 36 states in the Union at the time of Lincoln's death. When you walk up the steps, two additional columns are located at the entrance behind the colonnade. These columns are 44 feet tall with a base diameter of seven feet and five inches.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7White House
The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., it has served as the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800 when the national capital was moved from Philadelphia
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vehicle type may be adjusted due to weather or safety conditions.
- Kindly note that access to some memorials may be limited at times due to special events or security requirements.
- For safety and accessibility reasons, strollers and walkers are not permitted on this tour
- This tour/activity may have a maximum of up to 14 travelers.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vehicle type may be adjusted due to weather or safety conditions.
- Kindly note that access to some memorials may be limited at times due to special events or security requirements.
- For safety and accessibility reasons, strollers and walkers are not permitted on this tour
- This tour/activity may have a maximum of up to 14 travelers.
- Minimum Age Requirement – No Exceptions. For the safety of all guests, all participants must be at least 5 years of age to join our tours. Our open-air vintage golf carts are not equipped with approved child restraint systems and are not designed to safely accommodate infants or young children. Due to these safety limitations, children under the age of 5 are not permitted under any circumstances, including situations where a car seat or booster seat is provided. This policy is strictly enforced for the safety of your family, our drivers, and all other guests. Guests who arrive with children under the minimum age will not be permitted to participate, and no refunds, rescheduling, or credits will be issued. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
- Assumption of Risk & Compliance: Participation in this open-air vehicle tour involves inherent risks (e.g., sudden stops, turns, traffic, weather). By participating, you voluntarily assume all risks for yourself and any minor in your party who meets the age requirement. You certify that all participants meet the minimum age requirement; failure to comply will result in denial of service without refund, rescheduling, or credit.
- Release of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to release and hold harmless the company, its owners, employees, and contractors from any claims or damages arising from participation, including failure to follow policies. Age Requirement: All participants must be at least 5 years old—children under 5 are strictly prohibited and will NOT be allowed under any circumstances. This is a firm no-exceptions policy, and any group arriving with a child under 5 will be required to leave.
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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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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