Best of DC Plus US Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry
Overview
Get the presidential treatment with the most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building!
Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the National World War II and World War I Memorials, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.
After lunch, summer brings the opportunity for a boat ride through Georgetown and the DC Waterfront. The tour price includes a complimentary boat ride, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer. In winter, instead of the seasonal boat ride, this guided Washington DC bus tour culminates with a visit to the Pentagon and several more fascinating war memorials along the way!
Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the National World War II and World War I Memorials, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.
After lunch, summer brings the opportunity for a boat ride through Georgetown and the DC Waterfront. The tour price includes a complimentary boat ride, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer. In winter, instead of the seasonal boat ride, this guided Washington DC bus tour culminates with a visit to the Pentagon and several more fascinating war memorials along the way!
Inclusions
- Luxury Climate-Controlled Tour Bus
- Tickets to the National Archives Building
- Reserved Entry to the U.S. Capitol Building
- Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (Seasonal: April 1 to October 15)
- English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)
- Entry/Admission - Georgetown
- Entry/Admission - U.S. Capitol
- Entry/Admission - The National Archives Museum
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20004
Reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building - the centerpiece of the capital city!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC, DC 20500
When arriving at the White House (outside only), you will see the Executive Residence of the President and his family, as well as the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. This stop also includes a walk through the Elipse, otherwise known as the South Lawn.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: National World War II Memorial, 1750 Independence Ave SE Near 7th St. & Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC, DC 20003-1636
Guided tour of WWII Memorial.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial, 540 Independence Avenue SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
This brand new memorial completed in 2020 is dedicated to massive legacy of President Eisenhower with a large wall depicting the cliffs of Normandy behind the simple memorial designed by iconic American designer Frank Gehry.
Stop At: Jefferson Memorial, 701 E Basin Dr SW At the south shore of the Tidal Basin, Washington DC, DC 20242
Guided tour of Jefferson Memorial.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, 1850 West Basin Drive SW Near West Basin Drive SW & Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
Visit the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial – dedicated in 2011 – just across the Tidal Basin.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Georgetown, Washington DC, DC 20007
- enjoy our seasonably offered boat cruise (April 1 - October 15) and lunch
- the tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer
- in the winter months, guests enjoy lunch and sightseeing by the Pentagon
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20002
This stunning landmark celebrates its centennial this year.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Korean War Veterans Memorial, 10 Daniel French Dr SW, Washington DC, DC 20002
A stunning memorial steps away from the Reflecting Pool depicts lifelike statues walking through moss along a wall carved with images in a design inspired by the Penisula itself.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, DC 20002
Guided tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one above.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, 1850 West Basin Dr SW, Washington DC, DC 20242
Guided tour of Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial, which will transport you back in time to the years of 1933-1945.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The National Archives Museum, 700 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20408-0001
Delight in reserved entrance into the National Archives Building!
Duration: 45 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20004
Reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building - the centerpiece of the capital city!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC, DC 20500
When arriving at the White House (outside only), you will see the Executive Residence of the President and his family, as well as the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. This stop also includes a walk through the Elipse, otherwise known as the South Lawn.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: National World War II Memorial, 1750 Independence Ave SE Near 7th St. & Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC, DC 20003-1636
Guided tour of WWII Memorial.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial, 540 Independence Avenue SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
This brand new memorial completed in 2020 is dedicated to massive legacy of President Eisenhower with a large wall depicting the cliffs of Normandy behind the simple memorial designed by iconic American designer Frank Gehry.
Stop At: Jefferson Memorial, 701 E Basin Dr SW At the south shore of the Tidal Basin, Washington DC, DC 20242
Guided tour of Jefferson Memorial.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, 1850 West Basin Drive SW Near West Basin Drive SW & Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
Visit the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial – dedicated in 2011 – just across the Tidal Basin.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Georgetown, Washington DC, DC 20007
- enjoy our seasonably offered boat cruise (April 1 - October 15) and lunch
- the tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer
- in the winter months, guests enjoy lunch and sightseeing by the Pentagon
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20002
This stunning landmark celebrates its centennial this year.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Korean War Veterans Memorial, 10 Daniel French Dr SW, Washington DC, DC 20002
A stunning memorial steps away from the Reflecting Pool depicts lifelike statues walking through moss along a wall carved with images in a design inspired by the Penisula itself.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, DC 20002
Guided tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one above.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, 1850 West Basin Dr SW, Washington DC, DC 20242
Guided tour of Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial, which will transport you back in time to the years of 1933-1945.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The National Archives Museum, 700 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20408-0001
Delight in reserved entrance into the National Archives Building!
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Walking is involved to get an up-close look at the monuments (comfortable shoes are recommended)
- Strollers may not be accommodated on tour
- Security restrictions at the US Capitol and National Archives Buildings prevent any food or drinks being brought through security
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- During peak season, security lines are long, and as such, arriving ahead of time is highly encouraged
- Infants must sit on laps
- Tour Departure Times Are Subject to Change Due to Local Traffic Conditions
- Please Arrive at the Meeting Point No Later Than 8:15 AM For Check-In
- No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
- Most travelers can participate
- The tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
patrick_b
April 2022
It was a great tour with very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Full day. Not rushed Glad we made the trip
It was a great tour with very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Full day. Not rushed Glad we made the tripL928QXgregf
April 2022
Bad not what they promised went to places that where not intresting n did not even go to the arlington nastional cementary was
Bad not what they promised went to places that where not intresting n did not even go to the arlington nastional cementary wasCheryl K
April 2022
Guiding us through our wonderful trip through the best of DV tour was Nick, the god of tours. He was so informative but kept it light throughout holding our attention while giving us history along with humor. He was so kind in making sure we were all taken care of . It was a highlight of our...
Guiding us through our wonderful trip through the best of DV tour was Nick, the god of tours. He was so informative but kept it light throughout holding our attention while giving us history along with humor. He was so kind in making sure we were all taken care of . It was a highlight of our trip to DC and definitely would recommend this tour and hope that you are lucky enough to get Nick as your guide.Charlie_V
May 2022
Great tour with our guide Joey (Joilette, sorry for sp). She was very knowledgeable, kept us on track & very knowledgeable! Wear comfy shoes & don't need to bring water. Great tour!
Great tour with our guide Joey (Joilette, sorry for sp). She was very knowledgeable, kept us on track & very knowledgeable! Wear comfy shoes & don't need to bring water. Great tour!Diana_M
April 2022
All the information I was given and the time they spent going over everything and answering questions was beyond amazing.
All the information I was given and the time they spent going over everything and answering questions was beyond amazing.Judy_M
April 2022
Our guide from USA Guided Tours was excellent! Extremely knowledgeable and super friendly. Nick made the perfect.
Our guide from USA Guided Tours was excellent! Extremely knowledgeable and super friendly. Nick made the perfect.