National Mall & Memorials & Tidal Basin Walking Tour in Washington DC booking from $59.00

National Mall & Memorials & Tidal Basin Walking Tour

Overview

Our small-group walking tour includes tickets to the top of the Washington Monument, so you don't have to wait hours in line at 7am for same-day tickets!

Let us explain the history, symbolism, & stories behind the memorials on the National Mall! While encouraging reflection & respect, we keep the tour engaging & fun.

On this tour, we will explore

• Lincoln Memorial - see the famous statue, hear about our 16th President, see where MLK, Jr. stood to give the "I Have A Dream Speech."

• Reflecting Pool - where Forrest Gump ran through to see Jenny.

• Vietnam Veterans Memorial - hear the stories behind the wall of names of those killed and missing in action.

• Korean War Veterans Memorial - see the 19 statues representing servicemen.

• MLK Memorial - honor our Dr. King at the newest memorial on the Tidal Basin.

• WWII Memorial - find Kilroy hidden amongst the columns honoring the states and territories.

• White House - see the south lawn of the White House where Marine One lands.

City: Washington DC

Sun 08 Jun

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What's Included

Professional, Licensed Tour Guide

Ticket to the Washington Monument

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Lincoln Memorial

It is the most iconic memorial in the country, dedicated in 1922, honoring the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln who occupies an almost mythic and revered place in the hearts of Americans everywhere.

Korean War Veterans Memorial

This memorial has a black granite wall reflecting 19 stainless steel statues representing the 38th months of the Korean War. This was not just an American effort, and this memorial honors all those United Nations countries.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

A quiet place designed for reflection, this memorial has over 58 thousand names of US casualties from this conflict etched into the black granite panels. Accommodating the wall is the Three Soliders Statue and a memorial to the female nurses who served.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Step off the National Mall to the Tidal Basin to visit one of the newer memorials dedicated to Martin Luther King, Jr.

Washington Monument

555 Feet tall, this is the largest free standing masonry structure in the world! A monument to the first President and Father of the Country, George Washington. Since 1888 this monument has towered over DC and the surrounding country side.

White House

See the south lawn of the White House, where the President's helicopter, Marine One, lands.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (99)

Eunjin_J

Dec 2024

We’ve learned a lot of meaningful things that we would have not learned without our guide, Gavin.Thank you so much for giving us a tour on a freezing cold day . We would definitely recommend this to our friends!

Response from Host

Dec 2024

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad Gavin could provide such an insightful experience, even on a cold day, and we truly appreciate your recommendation.

AllisonS295

Dec 2024

This was a great overview of the monuments on the mall. The guide was very informative and there was just enough time allotted at each stop.

Response from Host

Dec 2024

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the informative guide and the well-paced tour of the monuments.

Karen_B

Oct 2024

Amazing opportunity to see the whole city and learn at the same time! Would do it again any time I revisit this amazing city!

Response from Host

Oct 2024

We're thrilled you enjoyed your time exploring the city! We can't wait to welcome you back for another adventure!

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National Mall & Memorials & Tidal Basin Walking Tour

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