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Best of DC Plus US Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry

Best of DC Plus US Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry

Overview

Get the presidential treatment with the most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building! For smaller groups, fresh air & uninterrupted views, upgrade to our convertible tour bus!

Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the National World War II and I Memorials, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.

After lunch, summer brings the opportunity for a boat ride through Georgetown and the DC Waterfront. The tour price includes a complimentary boat ride, and you will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants. In winter, we get to explore the Kennedy Center for lunch where we can see exhibits and galleries, stunning views from the terrace and shop in the gift shops [show your ticket for a discount]!

City: Washington DC

Thu 24 Jul

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Starting at $129.00

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Thu 24 Jul

Starting at $129.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (Seasonal: April 1 to October 15)

Upgrade to Glass-Top/Open-Top Convertible Bus Available

Reserved Entry to the U.S. Capitol Building

Tickets to the National Archives Building

English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)

Additional Info

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
Walking is involved to get an up-close look at the monuments (comfortable shoes are recommended)
Strollers may not be accommodated on tour
Security restrictions at the US Capitol and National Archives Buildings prevent any food or drinks being brought through security
During peak season, security lines are long, and as such, arriving ahead of time is highly encouraged
Tour Departure Times Are Subject to Change Due to Local Traffic Conditions
Please Arrive at the Meeting Point No Later Than 8:15 AM For Check-In
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
The tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer

What To Expect

U.S. Capitol

Reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building - the centerpiece of the capital city!

White House

When arriving at the White House (outside only), you will see the Executive Residence of the President and his family, as well as the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. This stop also includes a walk through the Elipse, otherwise known as the South Lawn.

National World War II Memorial

Guided tour of WWII Memorial.

Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

This brand new memorial completed in 2020 is dedicated to massive legacy of President Eisenhower with a large wall depicting the cliffs of Normandy behind the simple memorial designed by iconic American designer Frank Gehry.

Jefferson Memorial

Guided tour of Jefferson Memorial.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Visit the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial – dedicated in 2011 – just across the Tidal Basin.

Georgetown

SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Oct 15); in the warmer month, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and can purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

SEASONAL (Oct 16 - Mar 31); lunch break & free time - enjoy the terrace for a view of the whole city, the exhibits and galleries & gift shops [show ticket to cashier for discount].

Lincoln Memorial

Enjoy the iconic memorial up close!

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Guided tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one above.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

Guided tour of Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial, which will transport you back in time to the years of 1933-1945.

The National Archives Museum

Delight in reserved entrance into the National Archives Building!

Korean War Veterans Memorial

A stunning memorial steps away from the Reflecting Pool depicts lifelike statues walking through moss along a wall carved with images in a design inspired by the Penisula itself.

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