DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets

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(1,233 reviews)
Washington DC, USA

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore Washington DC’s top landmarks and monuments on a 6-hour tour by deluxe touring coach with full narration from an expert guide. Stop at the White House, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, US Capitol Building, Lincoln Memorial, and more. See 100+ sites with time to walk around 10+ of them with your guide, who shares the history and little-known facts about the nation’s capitol. Your guide will take you on an exclusive boat ride along the Potomac River from historic Georgetown. In off-season when boat is not operating, you will visit Jefferson and Eisenhower Memorials instead.

Top Sites:
• The Capitol Building
• Martin Luther King Memorial
• World War II Memorial
• Lincoln Memorial
• The White House
• FDR Memorial
• Vietnam War Memorial
• Korean War Memorial
• Air Force Memorial
• Iwo Jima Memorial
• Potomac River Cruise
• Jefferson Memorial (when boat not operating)
• Eisenhower Memorial (when boat not operating)
* Cherry Blossom trees (seasonal, typically late March-early April)

What's Included

UPGRADE: Upgrade to include a 2-hour Guided Capitol Hill Walk with U.S. Capitol Admission
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to also include self-guided entry to Washington Monument
*Bonus stops at Jefferson, Air Force, and/or Eisenhower Memorials when Potomac Cruise not operating
Visit Georgetown Washington Harbor for lunch on own before ferry (Pentagon Mall in off-season)
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to include 2-Hour Capitol Hill Walk with U.S. Capitol Admission
Pass by over 50+ top DC Sites such as Washington Monument, Tidal Basin, Arlington Cemetery, & more
Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
Stop at top DC Sites including the U.S. Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, & more
6Hr National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops & Seasonal Boat Cruise
Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to also include self-guided entry to the African American Museum
40-50 Minute Narrated Sightseeing Boat Cruise of Potomac River (seasonal mid-March to mid-October)
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to include self-guided entry to the Air & Space Museum
Gratuities
Food & Drinks (stop for lunch on own during tour)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
790 Pennsylvania Ave NW

Tour concludes near National Archives Building

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    National Mall

    Enjoy a guided tour of the National Mall top monuments and memorials. Make your way through the city 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

    1 minute Admission ticket free
  • 2
    U.S. Capitol

    Stop outside US Capitol to explore area with guide and to take photos. See the heart of American democracy on Capitol Hill. **Upgrade option available at checkout to also include a 2-hour guided walk of Capitol Hill with ~90min Entry to the U.S. Capitol for those who would also like to visit the interior.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    White House

    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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Lincoln Memorial

    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Tidal Basin

    Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travelers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees. The official Cherry Blossom peak bloom dates are announced by the National Park Service closer to the dates.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • National Cherry Blossom Festival (Pass by)

    Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travelers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees. The official Cherry Blossom peak bloom dates are announced by the National Park Service closer to the dates.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    National World War II Memorial

    You will want to take lots of pictures at this memorial. Lots of gorgeous fountains.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    You will get to see the Vietnam Veteran's Wall with all the history and view the names.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Potomac River

    **Seasonal boat cruise of the Potomac River is also included with your tour (seasonally, approximately Mid March - mid October). During the months the ferry is not operating, extra stops will be added to tour to Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial, as well as the Pentagon Mall for a lunch stop (lunch at own expense).

    Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Pentagon Mall

    **Winter itinerary. When the Potomac River Cruise is not operating during the off-season, a 45-60 minute stop will be provided at the Pentagon Mall for lunch on own.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Lincoln Memorial

    Stop at the Lincoln Memorial to walk around and take photos.

    Admission ticket free
  • 12
    U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

    Stop at the US Marine Corps War Memorial/Imo Jima Memorial.

    Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Vietnam Women's Memorial

    A stop which pays homage to our Women in Vietnam.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Korean War Veterans Memorial

    Stop at the Korean War Veterans Memorial

    Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

    One of our newest and most liked Memorials.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16
    National Museum of African American History and Culture

    UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the African American History Museum.

    Admission ticket included
  • 17
    Washington Monument

    UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the Washington Monument.

    Admission ticket included
  • 18
    Capitol Hill

    Upgrade option available at checkout to include a 2-hour guided walk of Capitol Hill with entry to US Capitol.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 19
    Georgetown

    Stop for lunch on own at Georgetown Washington Harbor before seasonal boat cruise

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 20
    Air Force Memorial

    *Winter schedule - When the Potomac River Boat is not operating during the off-season, extra stops will be added to tour to Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial, as well as the Pentagon Mall for a lunch stop (lunch at own expense).

    Admission ticket free
  • 21
    National Air and Space Museum

    UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the National Air & Space Museum.

    Admission ticket included
  • 22
    Jefferson Memorial

    You will visit the Jefferson Memorial ONLY during the winter months when the seasonal boat cruise of the Potomac River is not operating.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Boat ride of Potomac River is seasonal (mid March - mid October). When the boat is not operating, you will visit the Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial, and Eisenhower Memorial instead
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