Why choose this Washington DC tour ?
Our small-group walking tour includes tickets to the top of the Washington Monument, so you don’t have to wait hours in line at 7am for same-day tickets!
Let us explain the history, symbolism, & stories behind the memorials on the National Mall! While encouraging reflection & respect, we keep the tour engaging & fun.
On this tour, we will explore
• Lincoln Memorial – see the famous statue, hear about our 16th President, see where MLK, Jr. stood to give the “I Have A Dream Speech.”
• Reflecting Pool – where Forrest Gump ran through to see Jenny.
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial – hear the stories behind the wall of names of those killed and missing in action.
• Korean War Veterans Memorial – see the 19 statues representing servicemen.
• MLK Memorial – honor our Dr. King at the newest memorial on the Tidal Basin.
• WWII Memorial – find Kilroy hidden amongst the columns honoring the states and territories.
• White House – see the south lawn of the White House where Marine One lands.
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What makes Skip the Line @ Washington Monument & National Mall Walking Tour a unique experience ?
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.
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.
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.
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.
Step off the National Mall to the Tidal Basin to visit one of the newer memorials dedicated to Martin Luther King, Jr.
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.
See the south lawn of the White House, where the President’s helicopter, Marine One, lands.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
- Ticket to the Washington Monument
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Visit DC Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 97 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
