About this experience
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! For smaller groups, fresh air & uninterrupted views, upgrade to our convertible tour bus!
Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the National World War II and 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 you will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants. In winter, we visit the Pentagon City.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
National Archives Washington DC Guide
Timed tickets, entry tips, and what to see at the National Archives in Washington, DC—there’s one thing most visitors miss before the Rotunda.
United States Capitol Tour Guide
Learn how to tour the United States Capitol with smarter timing, easier entry, and key highlights that most visitors don’t discover.
Capitol Hill Restaurants Guide
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What is included
- Reserved Entry to the U.S. Capitol Building
- English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)
- Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (Seasonal: April 1 to September 30)
- Tickets to the National Archives Building
- Standard Bus
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building - the centerpiece of the capital city!
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.
Guided tour of WWII Memorial.
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.
Guided tour of Jefferson Memorial.
Visit the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial – dedicated in 2011 – just across the Tidal Basin.
SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Sep 30); in the warmer month, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and can purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.
SEASONAL (Oct 1 - Mar 31); The Pentagon City; lunch break & free time
Enjoy the iconic memorial up close!
Guided tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one above.
Guided tour of Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial, which will transport you back in time to the years of 1933-1945.
Delight in reserved entrance into the National Archives Building!
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.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your VIP experience begins at Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Address: 68 First St SE, Washington, DC 20004
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- USA Guided Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- 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
- During peak season, security lines are long, and as such, arriving ahead of time is highly encouraged
- 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!)
- 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
- Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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