DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets

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DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, Tickets

By Signature Tours of DC

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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)

Activity location

National Mall
- Constitution Ave NW,
- 20565, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Supreme Court of the United States
- 1 First Street Northeast
- 20543, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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DC in a Day Tour (off-season)

6h
English

Seasonal Boat Cruise: Potomac River Cruise is seasonal (March 26 - mid October). During off-season, we will replace with 3 extra Memorials stops.
Duration: 5 hours
Cherry Blossom Season: Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travellers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees.
Extra Memorial Visits: We will visit Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial, Pentagon Mall for lunch stop, and Eisenhower Memorial (time permitting)
Starting point:
790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00

Price details

£66.52 x 1 Adult£66.52

Total

Tour + African American Museum

6h
English

Cherry Blossom Season: Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travellers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees.
Boat Schedule: Boat Cruise operates seasonally March 26 - mid October. When boat is not operating, tour will visit 3 additional Memorials.
UPGRADE: Upgrade to include Self-Guided Entry Ticket to the African American Museum for use next available day.
Starting point:
790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00

Price details

£86.17 x 1 Adult£86.17

Total

Tour + Air & Space Museum

6h
English

Cherry Blossom Season: Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travellers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees.
Boat Schedule: Boat Cruise operates seasonally March 26 - mid October. When boat is not operating, tour will visit 3 extra Memorials.
UPGRADE: Upgrade to include Self-Guided Entry Ticket to Air & Space Museum for use the next available day.
Starting point:
790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00

Price details

£86.17 x 1 Adult£86.17

Total

What's included, what's not

UPGRADE: Upgrade to include a 2-hour Guided Capitol Hill Walk with US Capitol Admission
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to also include self-guided entry to Washington Monument
Pass by over 100+ top DC Sites such as Washington Monument, Tidal Basin, Arlington Cemetery, & more
Visit Georgetown Washington Harbour for lunch on own before ferry (Pentagon Mall in off-season)
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to include 2-Hour Capitol Hill Walk with US Capitol Admission
Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
*Bonus stops at Jefferson, Air Force, and Eisenhower Memorials when Potomac Cruise not operating
Stop at top DC Sites including the US Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, & more
6Hr National Mall Tour with 10+ Stops & Seasonal Cruise or Jefferson, Air force, Eisenhower Memorial
Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to also include self-guided entry to the African American Museum
40-50 Minute Narrated Sightseeing Boat Cruise of Potomac River (seasonal mid-March to mid-October)
UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to include self-guided entry to the Air & Space Museum
Service charge
Food & Drinks (stop for lunch on own during tour)

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Travellers 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
Ticket Upgrades: due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your tour and entry time assigned by the attraction based on availability.
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. DC can be very hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travellers 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.
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

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. Travellers 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 US Capitol • White House • Lincoln Memorial • WWII Memorial • MLK Memorial • Korean War Memorial • Lincoln Memorial • Vietnam Memorial • Vietnam Women Memorial • USMC Memorial

U.S. Capitol

15m
Admission ticket included

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 US Capitol for those who would also like to visit the interior.

White House

20m
Admission ticket not included

Stop at the White House for photos and to explore the area with your guide. See the iconic residence of the US President and learn about its history and architecture while taking photos. Your guide will share stories and context about this symbol of American leadership.

Lincoln Memorial

Stop at the Lincoln Memorial. Visit the majestic monument honouring President Abraham Lincoln. Take in the grand architecture, learn about its history, and capture memorable photos of the iconic statue and Reflecting Pool.

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.

Tidal Basin

Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travellers 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.

National Cherry Blossom Festival (Pass by)

National World War II Memorial

You will want to take lots of pictures at this memorial. Lots of gorgeous fountains.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

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

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).

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.

Lincoln Memorial

Stop at the Lincoln Memorial to walk around and take photos.

U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

Stop at the US Marine Corps War Memorial/Imo Jima Memorial.

Vietnam Women's Memorial

A stop which pays homage to our Women in Vietnam.

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Stop at the Korean War Veterans Memorial

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

One of our newest and most liked Memorials.

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Admission ticket included

UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the African American History Museum.

Washington Monument

Admission ticket included

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

Capitol Hill

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

Georgetown

Stop for lunch on own at Georgetown Washington Harbour before seasonal boat cruise

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).

National Air and Space Museum

Admission ticket included

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

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.

Location

Activity location

National Mall
- Constitution Ave NW,
- 20565, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Supreme Court of the United States
- 1 First Street Northeast
- 20543, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
790 Pennsylvania Ave NW
- 790 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
- 20001, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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