DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

1 First St NE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

~6 hrs

Mobile ticket

Offered languages: English

From$54.05 per person
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Overview

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

What's not included

  • Gratuities

  • Food & Drinks (stop for lunch on own during tour)

Meeting point
Start

Meet at 1 First St NE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

End

790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Itinerary
  1. Start

    Meet at 8am U.S. Capitol upgrade option ONLY - Meets across the street from the Supreme Court on First Street NE. Please arrive 15 min before tour starts.

    1 First St NE, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

  2. The 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

    Duration: ~1 mins

  3. 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.

    Duration: ~15 mins

    Admission included

  4. The 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.

    Duration: ~20 mins

    Admission not included

  5. 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.

    Duration: ~15 mins

  6. 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.

    Duration: ~15 mins

  7. 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.

    Duration: ~30 mins

  8. 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.
  9. National World War II Memorial
    You will want to take lots of pictures at this memorial. Lots of gorgeous fountains.

    Duration: ~10 mins

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

    Duration: ~15 mins

  11. 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).
  12. 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.

    Duration: ~45 mins

  13. Lincoln Memorial
    Stop at the Lincoln Memorial to walk around and take photos.
  14. Marine Corps War Memorial
    Stop at the US Marine Corps War Memorial/Imo Jima Memorial.
  15. Vietnam Women's Memorial
    A stop which pays homage to our Women in Vietnam.

    Duration: ~10 mins

  16. Korean War Veterans Memorial
    Stop at the Korean War Veterans Memorial
  17. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
    One of our newest and most liked Memorials.

    Duration: ~10 mins

  18. 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 included

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

    Admission included

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

    Duration: ~20 mins

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

    Duration: ~30 mins

  22. 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).
  23. National Air and Space Museum
    UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the National Air & Space Museum.

    Admission included

  24. 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.

    Duration: ~10 mins

  25. End

    Tour concludes near National Archives Building

    790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Additional information
  • 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
Cancellation policy

Cancellation policy depends on the date of the experience. Please select a date to see the exact details.