National Cathedral Guided Tour

Overview

Washington National Cathedral stands on a hilltop overlooking the National Capitol, like a chunk of medieval European and Gothic architectural history an American capital couldn't possibly own, and is one of the great architectural marvels of the city.

A 90-minute tour of the cathedral's interior with author and guide, Andy Bittner, is to be immersed in what just might be the most intense concentration of 20th-century handcraft on the planet.

- Experience the most amazing collections of 20th-century stained glass, carved stone, and needlepoint anywhere on earth
- See the famous Darth Vader grotesque... See it for yourself
- Enjoy amazing views of the city and surrounding region from the cathedral's Pilgrim Observation Gallery

Guests may stay in the Cathedral after the tour for as long as they like.

City: Washington DC

Sat 04 Oct

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Starting at $75.00

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Sat 04 Oct

Starting at $75.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Small-group walking tour

Guide

Entry Ticket to the Cathedral

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total walking on this tour is less than 1 mile (1.7 km)

What To Expect

Washington National Cathedral

231 stained-glass windows, an amazing collection of architectural and ornamental wrought iron, hundreds of works of hand-stitched needlepoint, and a blizzard of hand-carved wood and stone surround you as you learn about the artists and the community that created this wonder.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (6)

649srikants

Jun 2022

Stunning insiders visit to the Cathedral. Andy was really knowledgeable and we got a lot oht of this trip

Ridzik2022

Jun 2022

This is an absolute must see in Washington DC! A Cathedral is not like any other I have ever seen. So many interesting details shared by Andy during the private tour. I would highly recommend it, even if you are visiting for a day!

alklawit

Jun 2022

In planning a recent visit to our nation's capital, we hoped to include a tour of The National Cathedral and a walk along Embassy Row. DC by Foot arranged for a private tour with Andy Bittner and it far exceeded our expectations. What a knowledgeable and enthusiastic individual - is there anything he does not know about the exquisite National Cathedral? It was a true revelation. And the walk down Embassy Row, and Andy's entertaining commentary along the way, was just plain fun. Thank you Andy and thank you DC by Foot.