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America’s Story at 250 A National Mall Walking Tour

By Untold DC Tours & Tales
Free cancellation available
The previous price was £52 and current price is £41 per adult
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  • 3h
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Overview

Discover the rich history of America on this 3-hour walking tour of Washington, DC. Begin at the National Archives, where you’ll have exclusive early access to the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights, avoiding the crowds. Stroll through the National Mall, taking in sights like the Washington Monument and the White House, before reaching the Lincoln Memorial. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide shares captivating stories that connect past events to the present day, providing a deeper understanding of the nation’s journey.

  • 3-hour walking tour exploring the history of Washington, DC
  • Early access to the National Archives to view the Declaration of Independence and Constitution
  • Visit iconic sites including the Lincoln Memorial and World War II Memorial
  • Engaging stories from your guide that connect America’s past to present

Activity location

  • The National Archives Museum
    • 700 Pennsylvania Ave NW,
    • 20408-0001, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • National Archives Museum
    • 701 Constitution Avenue Northwest
    • 20408, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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America’s Story at 250: A National Mall Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
£51.03
£40.82 x 1 Adult£40.82
Total
The previous price was £51.03 and current price is £40.82
20% off
Until Sun, 10 May
Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Book this tour as a private experience for your group and explore at your own pace with a dedicated guide.

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
£62.87
£50.30 x 1 Adult£50.30
Total
The previous price was £62.87 and current price is £50.30
20% off
Until Sun, 10 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free time to explore The American Story and the Discovery Centre at the National Archives.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    First entry tickets to the National Archives Museum
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

The National Archives Museum

  • 1h
Skip the line and step inside the National Archives for an unforgettable experience with America’s founding documents. See the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights up close, then enjoy time to explore the newest exhibit - The American Story. Spend time discovering more than 40 original artefacts and records that highlight key moments in the nation’s history, including a rare 1823 engraving of the Declaration and George Washington’s annotated Constitution.

Washington Monument

  • 15m
With the Capitol as your backdrop, stop at the Washington Monument and explore the legacy of George Washington, the first president who helped turn the ideas of 1776 into a new nation. Learn about his leadership during the Revolution and the early years of the United States, and how his influence still shapes the country 250 years later.

White House (Pass by)

Take in views of the White House, a lasting symbol of American leadership and democracy. Learn how it has been shaped by every president since Washington and how its history reflects the evolving meaning of independence over the past 250 years.

National World War II Memorial

  • 20m
Pass by the World War II Memorial and reflect on the moment the United States stepped onto the global stage to defend freedom. Learn how the ideals first declared in 1776 were tested on a worldwide scale, and how this war shaped America’s role as a leader in protecting democracy.

Constitution Gardens

  • 15m
Walk through Constitution Gardens, honouring the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence. Hear untold stories of the Founding Fathers and the risks behind the signatures that shaped a new nation.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

  • 15m
Visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and reflect on the human cost of war. This powerful site honours those who served and reminds us of the sacrifices made to defend the nation’s ideals of freedom.

Lincoln Memorial

  • 20m
Visit the Lincoln Memorial and see how Abraham Lincoln redefined the promise of the Declaration during the nation’s greatest crisis. His words and leadership helped give new meaning to freedom, shaping America’s path over the past 250 years.

Location

Activity location

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    The National Archives Museum
    • 700 Pennsylvania Ave NW,
    • 20408-0001, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    National Archives Museum
    • 701 Constitution Avenue Northwest
    • 20408, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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