The National Mall: Washington DC Private Half-Day Walking Tour
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- Private Tour
- 3 hr
Visit Washington, DC and learn about its immense history, as told through its most famous landmarks and iconic monuments along the National Mall on this private half-day walking tour.
Itinerary Details
Operated by: Travel Curious
Discover the history and significance of Washington, DC with a private half-day walking tour of the National Mall. Your expert guide will lead you along the National Mall to the monuments, memorials and museums that make up this historic site. Along the way, learn about the city's incredible history as well as current events that shaped its past.
On your private tour, you will:
On your private tour, you will:
- See one of the most famous houses in the world, The White House - the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States;
- Pass by the Washington Memorial, and walk along the famed National Mall;
- Visit the Vietnam War Memorials to honour the men and women who fought in the war;
- Climb the iconic stairs to the Lincoln Memorial, and read the immortal words spoken at Gettysburg;
- Enjoy the spectacular views over the reflecting pool and the Capitol;
- Visit the evocative Korean War Veterans Memorial and learn about The Forgotten War memorial housing the Wall of Remembrance;
- Hear the story of Dr King’s I Have a Dream Speech at the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, learn about the numerous marches that have taken place in the capital and the changes inspired by these movements;
- Your tour ends here, where we recommend you continue on to the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial and Jefferson Memorial at your own leisure.
Your tour will begin with views of two of the most famous buildings in the country – the U.S. Capitol and the White House. While learning about the history of each, you’ll have the chance to learn more about the fascinating politics of the most powerful country in the world.
From there, your tour continues to more of Washington DC’s iconic sites, where you’ll learn all about the stories of the nation and its capital and each unique monument and memorial along the National Mall. On your private tour, your guide will take you to several of the city’s most famous monuments, from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial.
Your tour ends at the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial where you are free to continue exploring at your own pace.
From there, your tour continues to more of Washington DC’s iconic sites, where you’ll learn all about the stories of the nation and its capital and each unique monument and memorial along the National Mall. On your private tour, your guide will take you to several of the city’s most famous monuments, from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial.
Your tour ends at the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial where you are free to continue exploring at your own pace.
Tour duration
3 hours
Type of tour
Walking tour: no transportation is included
Tickets included
- English Speaking Guide
Other inclusions
- Gratuities optional
- Food and drink are not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included
- Food and drink are not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off are not included
Suitable for
Couples, Culture Vulture, Family, History Buffs
Attractions along this route:
The White House
The White House is one of the most easily recognizable buildings on earth, yet shrouded in mystery and power.
Capitol Building
Congress, The Senate, The House, Capitol Hill - all words associated with the multi-faceted national bicameral legislature. Translation please? It makes the country's rules.
Lincoln Memorial
Let yourself be dwarfed by the imposing Lincoln, whose full text of the famous lasting words, "four score and seven years ago" Gettysburg address are inscribed throughout the memorial.
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Referred to as The Unknown War and The Forgotten War, its memorial captures the harrowing tales of soldiers who fought to stave off tides of North Korean communism during the Cold War.
Freedom Plaza
Originally known as Western Plaza, the landmark was renamed in honour of Martin Luther King Jr for its proximity to the Willard Hotel, where he wrote his "I Have A Dream" speech.
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
This magnificent memorial covers four acres and includes a statue of King by sculptor Lei Yixin.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Covering two acres, the Vietnam War Memorial pays homage to those who lost their lives in one of America's most controversial wars.
Washington Monument
The symbol of the nation's capital dedicated to its namesake, the Washington Monument towers above the city.
World War II Memorial
National memorial in DC, commemorating those who gave the ultimate sacrifice to contribute to the Allied effort to defeat Hitler and the Japanese in World War II.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
Long and large rectangular pool located on the National Mall, at the feet of the Lincoln Memorial.
