White House, National Mall Capital Highlight and Lincoln Memorial
See a collection of Washington DC's most famous sights on this fully guided informative walking tour that includes the magnificent White House, the WWII Memorial, The mesmerizing Lincoln Memorial, The Washington Monument, and the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. Meet your first-class expert local guide at the stately Andrew Jackson statue in Lafayette Park to begin a fully guided tour of top Washington DC attractions. This tour starts with an exhilarating exterior visit to the White House from both the north and south as your guide shares facts and anecdotes about US presidents. There will be plenty of time to capture incredible photos — and see the National Christmas Tree in season — as you amble through The Ellipse, the 52-acre (21-hectare) park just south of the White House. Continue to the expansive National Mall to observe many of DC's most famous memorials and monuments. See the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, and Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.
Overview
See a collection of Washington DC's most famous sights on this fully guided informative walking tour that includes the magnificent White House, the WWII Memorial, The mesmerizing Lincoln Memorial, The Washington Monument, and the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.
Meet your first-class expert local guide at the stately Andrew Jackson statue in Lafayette Park to begin a fully guided tour of top Washington DC attractions. This tour starts with an exhilarating exterior visit to the White House from both the north and south as your guide shares facts and anecdotes about US presidents.
There will be plenty of time to capture incredible photos — and see the National Christmas Tree in season — as you amble through The Ellipse, the 52-acre (21-hectare) park just south of the White House. Continue to the expansive National Mall to observe many of DC's most famous memorials and monuments. See the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, and Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.
Itinerary
White House
Enjoy a comprehensive exterior tour of the Whitehouse including the north and south side facades. Also see the Executive building the largest office in DC outside of the Pentagon
30 minutesThe Ellipse
Walk through the Presidential Park South called the Ellipse) is a 52 acres (21 ha) park located just south of the White House fence
15 minutesNational World War II Memorial
Visit one of the most poignant memorials in the United States. Walk the Rainbow Plaza and learn all about the journey the memorial took from planning to execution. See Freedom Wall dedicated to 400,000 American’s who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
20 minutesVietnam Veterans Memorial
Learn all about the Vietnam Memorial with a fully comprehensive guided tour with plenty of time to walk the full length of the 200 foot long granite memorial.
20 minutesAdmission IncludedLincoln Memorial
Visit the wonderful majestic memorial dedicated to one of the most admired and loved President.
30 minutes
Location
Address
1525 H St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Inclusions
- See the Washington Monument
- Visit the WWII Memorial, the Vietnam Memorial and Lincoln Memorial
- See the exterior of White House up close
- Walk through the Presidents Park, the ‘Ellipse’
- Tour is led by a first-class D.C. guide
- Visit the Lincoln Memorial Reflection Pool
- Walk the National Mall - a landscaped beautiful park in Washington, D.C. city center
Exclusions
- Visit to Whitehouse is a comprehensive fully guided exterior visit
- Guide Tip
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
- Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
- Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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