Small Group Monuments Tour with Changing of the Guard

4.8
(132 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 3 more

Discover the rich history of Washington, D.C., on a personalized tour in the language of your choice—Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish! Our expert guides will take you through iconic landmarks like Arlington Cemetery, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial, offering fascinating stories and historical insights at every stop.

Travel in ultimate comfort in our luxury vehicles, including the spacious Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van or Cadillac Escalade Full-Size SUV. Our guides don’t just inform—they make history come alive, ensuring your experience is both educational and fun. Capture unforgettable moments with plenty of photo opportunities at each monument.

We’re committed to making your experience seamless. If a time slot is fully booked, simply message us through Viator, and we’ll do everything to accommodate you. With multiple vehicles and professional guides available, your tour is guaranteed to be memorable. Book your tour today and immerse yourself in D.C.’s history!

What's Included

Bottled water
Professional guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Available in Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum

For pickup, go to 401 Independence Ave SW in front of the Air and Space Museum and kindly remain at our Continental City Tours sign at our bus stop near the entrance. We don’t provide parking, many guests walk, Uber, or park in the area. Use Apple Maps Street View to more easily spot our sign!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    White House

    Official Residence of the United States President

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Smithsonian Institution Building (Pass by)

    The Smithsonian Institution Building, located near the National Mall in Washington, D.C. behind the National Museum of African Art and the Sackler Gallery, houses the Smithsonian Institution's administrative offices and information center.

    Admission ticket free
  • FBI Headquarters (Pass by)

    The building received its official name, the J. Edgar Hoover F.B.I. Building, through Public Law, 92-520, which President Richard Nixon signed May 4, 1972, two days after Director Hoover’s death. President Gerald Ford dedicated the building on September 30, 1975.

    Admission ticket free
  • Old Post Office Pavilion (Pass by)

    View the District of Columbia Mayor's Building, Trump International Hotel Washington, FBI Federal Building, and United States National Archives

    Admission ticket free
  • National Gallery of Art (Pass by)

    The National Gallery of Art, and its attached Sculpture Garden, is a national art museum in Washington, D.C., located on the National Mall

    Admission ticket free
  • The National Archives Museum (Pass by)

    The National Archives Building is home to more than three billion records in total, including the three most important documents in American history: the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    U.S. Capitol

    Take pictures at the United States Capitol Building, President Garfield, General Ulysses S. Grant and Peace Memorials

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • National Museum of the American Indian (Pass by)

    The National Museum of the American Indian is a museum in the United States devoted to the culture of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    National World War II Memorial

    Iconic outdoor Memorial Honoring the 16 million Americans who served during World War II.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Washington Monument

    555 Ft tall landmark located on the National Mall to honor the United States first President! You will be in front of the Washington Monument to step down while exploring the WW2 Memorial.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Jefferson Memorial (Pass by)

    Columned rotunda in the style of Rome's Pantheon on the man-made reservoir known as the Tidal Basin.

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

    Martin Luther King Jn, Memorial with views of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and the Tidal Basin.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Lincoln Memorial

    Parthenon-inspired tribute to Abraham Lincoln with a 19-ft. Marble Statue, murals & reflecting pool.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Arlington National Cemetery

    If you wish to also attend the Changing of the Guard ceremony, you will typically spend an hour at the cemetery, compared to just the 30 minutes without ceremony. Step down and visit the most famous cemetery in the United States encompassing over 600 acres!

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Korean War Veterans Memorial

    Outdoor Memorial commemorating people who served in the Korean War through lifelike statues.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    John F. Kennedy Grave Site

    Walk up hill to visit the Kennedy's Grave, as well as Robert, Edward and Joseph Kennedy. You need to bring your ID or Passport to pass through security to enter.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 10

    Statue Honoring U.S. Marines in World War II, depicting the iconic scene from Iwo Jima from 1945.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    Monument to Vietnam War Service, featuring a wall with over 58,000 names of dead & missing soldiers.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • The Pentagon (Pass by)

    Immense, five-sided Headquarters of the United States Defense Department.

    Admission ticket free
  • Air Force Memorial (Pass by)

    the United States Air Force Memorial honors the service and heritage of the men and women of the United States Air Force. The three stainless steel spires reach a height of 402 feet above sea-level. It is adjacent to the Arlington National Cemetery and overlooks the Pentagon.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Continental City Tours

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Cancellation Policy

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

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