Activities

Skip-the-line National Archives and US Capitol guided tour

from

£39.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 3 hours

Instant confirmation

Skip the line

Entrance fees included

Guided tour

Local touch

Smaller group size

Subject expert guide

E-Voucher

Do this because

Hear about the history of the United States
Admire the Charters of Freedom
Enjoy a walk through the Sculpture Garden
Tour the National Archives with an expert guide

What to expect

Visit two of the most important landmarks in Washington with this tour! You will start your tour with a visit to the National Archives. There, you will admire the Charters of Freedom: the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

You will continue your tour of the National Archives and see photos of recent presidents as children, hear the only voice recordings from Theodore Roosevelt and see an original copy of the 1297 Magna Carta.

Afterwards, you will enjoy a walk through the Sculpture Garden at the National Gallery of Art. Then, you will pass through the National Mall and enjoy the views on some of Washington DC’s most important landmarks such as the Smithsonian Castle, Hirshhorn Museum and the National Air and Space Museum.

You will finally reach the US Capitol and visit the original House of Representatives and the crypt while learning about the history and importance of this building.

What's included

Guided walking tour
Local guide
Small group experience

What's not included

Tips

Where

701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, USA

Meeting point:

Meet your guide on the front steps of the National Archives Museum. The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time.

What to remember

Not suitable for:

People with reduced mobility, multiple areas are not wheelchair accessible. If you are a wheelchair user, please contact the local supplier after booking in order to arrange your visit. You will find their contact details in your voucher

Know in advance:

All guests must pass through security to enter the National Archives and US Capitol
This is a walking tour with large hills. You should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
Some sites visited on this tour are subject to occasional closures. You will be informed in case of any change in the itinerary
On rare occasions, it may not be possible to get Capitol Visitor Center tickets. Instead you will visit the Library of Congress or the Supreme Court
Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information

Remember to bring:

Wear appropriate footwear for uneven surfaces

Provider

Walks LLC

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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