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Explore Washington DC’s top landmarks and monuments on a 3-hour Morning Monuments Guided Sightseeing Tour. Ride on a deluxe air-conditioned 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 30+ sites with time to walk around about 10 of them with your guide, who shares the history and little-known facts about the nation’s capitol. With so much to see and so little time, guests can take a memorable journey through DC that is quick, efficient and entertaining. You’ll see it all and still have time to do more in the afternoon. Stop at 10 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
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What makes Morning City Bus Tour with Optional Guided Entry into US Capitol a unique experience ?
Tours depart and conclude at the National Archives Building
This panoramic view of the National Mall and both the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial/Reflecting pool is just one reason why this stop will be a favorite. The scenic beauty and important message of the memorial that honors the 16 million Americans who served and the over 400,000 that died in the world's most cataclysmic war are amazing.
This 7.5 acre memorial to America's longest serving President and one of the 20th Century's most important figures sits on the Tidal Basin and offers a fascinating look at America during the Great Depression and World War II. This stop is usually combined with the Martin Luther King Memorial and your guide will tell you interesting facts as you tour both scenic spots. Combined duration of both is approximately 30 minutes.
The dramatic and beautiful open-space memorial to the iconic 20th Century American civil rights leader is the second part of this stop. The spectacular statuary and moving quotes plus unique landscaping on the Tidal Basin make the MLK Memorial a favorite in any season. Combined with the FDR Memorial, this stop takes approximately 30 minutes total.
Your guide will lead you through this arresting Memorial that honors those that served and died during the U.N. led effort from 1950-1953 features a field of soldiers against the backdrop of the memorial serenity pool and the wall of photographs etched into the polished granite wall. This stop is usually combined with the Lincoln and Vietnam Memorials.
The famous Maya Lin-designed "Wall" is the final stop on the morning tour. It's dramatic design and poignant treatment of the complex subject of America's war in Vietnam, including the 58,479 names carved on it make this stop especially interesting and moving. Combined with the Korean War Veterans Memorial and the Lincoln Memorial, this stop is approximately 45 minutes total.
After traveling down the National Mall and seeing multiple Smithsonian Museums and the Washington Monument from the bus, you'll stop at the White House for a 2 block long walk with your guide along the North Side and Lafayette Square Park. You will see the U.S. Treasury, the White House, the West Wing, the Eisenhower Executive Building and the Blair House, plus hear interesting history and details about America's most famous residence.
Pass by historic Jefferson Memorial
Pass by the National Mall
UPGRADE: Upgrade your city tour at checkout to include admission ticket to the Washington Monument for use after your city tour. Entry to the monument is self-guided and where your tour will conclude if you select this option.
UPGRADE: optional upgrade available at checkout to include self-guided entry ticket to the National Air & Space Museum.
UPGRADE: optional upgrade available at checkout to include self-guided entry ticket to the African American Museum.
UPGRADE: optional upgrade available at checkout to include an afternoon Guided Walking Tour inside the US Capitol and Library of Congress following your Morning Monuments Bus Tour. Your Morning Monuments tour will end at approximately 1-1:15pm at the National Archives. You will have some free time to take a quick break before you head on your own to the US Capitol to meet your guide for the upgraded portion of your tour which will begin at 2pm.
UPGRADE: optional upgrade available at checkout to include an afternoon Guided Walking Tour inside the US Capitol and Library of Congress following your Morning Monuments Bus Tour. Your Morning Monuments tour will end at approximately 1-1:15pm at the National Archives. You will have some free time to take a quick break before you head on your own to the US Capitol to meet your guide for the upgraded portion of your tour which will begin at 2pm.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- If you purchase an additional tour or ticket: Please ask your tour guide or driver for your upgrade when being checked in.
- All purchases of packages are final. Tickets are not refundable or transferable. Cannot be exchanged for another ticket. Only refundable in the event the site is closed.
- US Capitol Upgrade option: optional upgrade available at checkout to include an afternoon Guided Walking Tour inside the US Capitol and Library of Congress following your Morning Monuments Bus Tour. Your Morning Monuments tour will end at approximately 1-1:15pm at the National Archives. You will have some free time to take a quick break before you head on your own to the US Capitol to meet your guide for the upgraded portion of your tour which will begin at 2pm.
- Guests who do not feel comfortable walking at the stops may modify their tour or remain on the bus at their discretion.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Tour + Washington Monument
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Washington Monument Ticket: Please ask your guide or driver for your upgraded ticket when being checked in.
UPGRADE: Upgrade your morning monuments city tour to also include Self-Guided Entry ticket to the Washington Monument. - Tour + African American Museum
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African American Museum Ticket: Please ask your guide or driver for your upgraded ticket when being checked in.
UPGRADE: Upgrade your morning monuments city tour to also include Self-Guided Entry ticket to the African American Museum. - City Tour Only
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Duration: 3 hours - Tour + Air & Space Museum
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Air & Space Museum Ticket: Please ask your guide or driver for your upgraded ticket when being checked in.
UPGRADE: Upgrade your morning monuments city tour to also include Self-Guided Entry ticket to the Air & Space Museum. - Morning Tour + US Capitol
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UPGRADE: Upgrade your 10am Morning Monuments Bus Tour to include afternoon Guided Walking Tour inside US Capitol & Library of Congress
Morning City Bus Tour with Optional Guided Entry into US Capitol Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Pass by sites including Washington Monument, National Archives, National Mall, Kennedy Center & more
- UPGRADE: option available at checkout to include self-guided entry ticket to African American Museum
- Complimentary Bottled Water (spring and summer months)
- Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
- UPGRADE: option available at checkout to include ticket to Air & Space Museum for self-guided entry
- See the essential DC monuments, memorials, and attractions
- 3-Hour Washington DC "Monuments By Morning" Sightseeing Bus Tour
- Photo Stops at 10 Attractions including White House, WWII Memorial, US Capitol & Lincoln Memorial
- UPGRADE: option available at checkout to include Guided Walk inside US Capitol & Library of Congress
- UPGRADE: option available at checkout to include ticket to Washington Monument for self-guided entry
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- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by DC Guided Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 303 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Tours provided by: DC Guided Tours 202-779-4500 MEETING LOCATION Please arrive no later than 9:30 AM to check you in the tour start at 10am. Tours will start on time, if you miss the bus you will not be able to participate on the tour or be issued a refund. The address is 800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20004 There will be sign on a pole with Signature Tours is located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW near the corner of 9th Street NW and close to the National Archives. Metro - we recommend using the metro green or yellow line exit National Archives metro you find us across the street . Parking - street parking available on 7th street also on constitution, valuate parking on 7th street and Indiana Ave. Allow 1 hr to find parking. Waking - 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. Tips - tips and gratuity is not included and the minimum is 20% tips from the price of your ticket. Ticket Upgrades - If you purchased an upgrade option to include self-guided entry into the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum, you will receive your ticket when you check in for your morning monuments bus tour on the day of travel. Please inform your guide upon check-in which upgrade option you selected, and please present them with your order confirmation. US Capitol Upgrade - Travelers who select the upgrade to include Guided Entry inside the US Capitol and Library of Congress will begin their day with their 10am morning monuments city bus tour. Bus tours will conclude back at the National Archives at approximately 1-1:15pm. Travelers will be able to take a quick break before heading over on their own to meet their Guide at the US Capitol to begin their 2pm US Capitol tour. Walk from Archives to Capitol is ~10min. Questions? info@dcguidedtours.com
