Discover the highlight monuments and memorials along Washington DC’s world-famous National Mall and Tidal Basin—and learn the stories behind the sights from your guide’s immersive narration—on this small-group tour. Meet your guide in the morning on the edge of the Mall, and set off on foot. You can look forward to discovering iconic sights like the Washington Monument, White House, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and much more.
- Your guide’s stories will bring the history of the monuments to life
- Go on an in-depth exploration of the National Mall’s top sights
- This small-group tour is limited to 10 to ensure a personal experience
- Come face to face with Washington DC’s most iconic landmarks
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.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
World War II Memorial
56 granite pillars surround the fountain in this majestic tribute to the greatest generation of Americans who came of age in a time of economic depression, and emerged from this conflict as heroes. Stroll around the grounds and you will learn about different aspects of the war from the perspective of the US which fought in both The Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Dedicated in 2004, this memorial is popular with visitors to DC.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
White House
See the south lawn of the White House, where the President’s helicopter, Marine One, lands.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Max group – 10
