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Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Washington DC Guided Moonlit Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night via temperature-controlled coach bus, learning about various 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, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, World War II Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, and more. Enjoy the views as your route passes by 20+ additional sites including the Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and many of the Smithsonian museums.
Tour Stops:
• National Archives
• The U.S. Capitol
• White House
• WWII Memorial
• MLK Memorial
• Korean War Memorial
• Lincoln Memorial
• Vietnam Memorial
• Vietnam Women Memorial
• USMC Memorial
* Travelers will also have the option to upgrade their tour at checkout to include Reserved Entry Tickets to the Washington Monument, National Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at 790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, located outside the National Archives Building. The tour bus will be located near the corner of 9th Street NW and Pennsylvania Ave NW. Please look for the bus labeled "Signature Tours DC" or “DC Guided Tours” upon arrival. Please arrive no later than 7PM.
Itinerary
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National Mall (Pass by)
Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Guided Night Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night 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 **In December, see the holiday lights outside the White House, US Capitol, Canadian Embassy, Willard Hotel *Travelers may upgrade to include Tickets to the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, African American Museum.
Admission ticket free -
1U.S. Capitol
Explore outside the United States Capitol on Capitol Hill to explore the grounds with your guide, take photos, and experience the symbolic center of American democracy up close.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2White House
Stop at the White House to explore the area with your guide, take photos, and admire the iconic residence of the U.S. President while learning about its history, architecture, and role as a symbol of American leadership.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Tidal Basin
**Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) guests will have time to walk along the cherry blossom trees during their tour.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
National Cherry Blossom Festival (Pass by)
**Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) guests will have time to walk along the cherry blossom trees during their tour.
Admission ticket free -
4Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Stop at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial to discover the tribute to Martin Luther King Jr., featuring the Stone of Hope and inspiring inscriptions, while your guide shares insights into his life and legacy in this serene setting.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Lincoln Memorial
Stop at the Lincoln Memorial to visit the majestic tribute to Abraham Lincoln, admire its grand architecture, learn about its history, and capture memorable photos of the iconic statue and the nearby Reflecting Pool.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Washington Monument
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include reserved self-guided entry tickets to the Washington Monument. *due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your night tour.
1 minute • Admission ticket included -
7National Air and Space Museum
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include reserved entry tickets to the National Air & Space Museum. *due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your night tour.
1 minute • Admission ticket included -
8National Museum of African American History and Culture
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include reserved entry tickets to the African American History Museum. *due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your night tour.
1 minute • Admission ticket included -
9U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial
See the so-called Iwo Jima Memorial and its famed figures raising the flag with stunning views of the city - honoring the USMC and its many sacrifices.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10National World War II Memorial
Visit this spectacular spot honoring the 16 million Americans who served in history's most cataclysmic war!
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Jefferson Memorial (Pass by)
Catch the Tidal Basin in all of its nighttime glory along with the memorial to one of our most accomplished and interesting Presidents.
Admission ticket free -
11Korean War Veterans Memorial
Visit this stunning memorial to the U.S. and U.N. troops who served in one of history's most misunderstood conflicts.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Vietnam Veterans Memorial
View the world-famous "Wall" including the Women's Memorial built to tell the complicated, often heartbreaking story of this unforgettable conflict.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Guests may choose to stay on the bus at any stop as desired or ask the tour guide how to modify the amount of walking at any stop.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Guests may choose to stay on the bus at any stop as desired or ask the tour guide how to modify the amount of walking at any stop.
- There will be standing and walking during this tour. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as much of the tour is outdoors. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
- Attraction Tickets Upgrades: 1. Due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be valid for the next available day of travel after your night tour. 2. Your attraction tickets will be valid for entry on the date and time assigned by the attraction, which will be noted on your entry ticket upon receipt. Date and time cannot be selected ahead of time, and we are unable to change the date and time assigned to you by the attraction. 3. The tour operator will send your ticket to you on the date of your scheduled night tour. Tickets will be sent to travelers via WhatsApp. If you did not provide us with a valid WhatsApp phone number during checkout, please contact us prior to your tour date. 4. Attraction Tickets are non-refundable once issued to travelers. 5. Tickets are used for self-guided entry into the attractions. Entry is not a part of the guided tour experience and is for the traveler to use independently.
- **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) guests will have time to walk along the cherry blossom trees during their tour.
- Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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