DC Monuments: Private Walking Tour

Washington, US
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Highlights

  • Private tour with professional guide
  • Explore iconic DC monuments
  • Learn about historical figures honored
  • Engage in group discussions about monuments
  • End at the Lincoln Memorial

Meeting Point

Meet on 17th St. SW next to a crosswalk. It is about halfway between Independence Ave and Constitution Ave on the East side of the street (the side with the Washington Monument. If walking from Constitution Ave, it will be the first crosswalk after the intersection. Find me in a green shirt.

Meeting point

1750 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour will end in front of the Lincoln Memorial. The place we started from will be about a mile away if you wish to return to that point. If you wish to continue sightseeing, the Tidal Basin is about half a mile away.

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What to expect

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Washington Monument

The tour will begin with the Washington Monument, which is dedicated to the United States’ first president, George Washington. We will view and discuss the monument from a distance. If you wish to see the monument up close, I recommend you do so before the tour.

Duration 25 minutes
2

National World War II Memorial

The World War II Memorial honors the service of the 16 million Service Members who were part of the U.S. Armed Forces, the support of millions on the home front, and the 405,399 Americans who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Duration 20 minutes
3

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The Vietnam Veteran Memorial is made up of three separate parts: the Three Soldiers statue, the Vietnam Women’s Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial (The Wall). While here, we will talk about how the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was created and how it is used today to honor those who died during the war.

Duration 30 minutes
4

Korean War Veterans Memorial

The Korean War Veterans Memorial honors the sacrifices of the millions of Americans and allied partners who fought during the Korean War with a moving Wall of Remembrance and 19 service men statues.

Duration 25 minutes
5

Lincoln Memorial

We will end our tour at the Lincoln Memorial, which is dedicated to the nation’s 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, who led the country during the American Civil War and was crucial to ending slavery.

Duration 20 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Not recommended for travelers that have a hard time walking long distances.
Provided by Rethinking History

What our experts say

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    Bring a water bottle for hydration.
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    Consider visiting the Tidal Basin nearby.
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    Plan to explore the Washington Monument before the tour.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Meet your guide at the 17th St. SW crosswalk.

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