Excursion to Washington from New York in 1 day

Arlington, US
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Highlights

  • Explore beyond the Big Apple in 1 day
  • Visit the iconic Arlington National Cemetery
  • Experience the historical Lincoln Memorial
  • Marvel at the powerful Vietnam Veterans Memorial
  • Get a glimpse of the White House and Capitol

Meeting Point

In the hotel door at 5:50 a.m.

Meeting point

790 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019 , United States

End point

End Point

In the hotel door at 5:50 a.m.

Meeting point

790 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery is the largest military cemetery in the country and serves as the final resting place for more than 400,000 military veterans and their immediate family from the fronts of Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as World Wars I and II, the conflict in Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War and the United States Civil War.

Duration 60 minutes
2

U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

This iconic monument is based on a Pulitzer Prize-winning photograph by Joe Rosenthal, which represents the Marines who raise the flag on top of Mount Suribachi during World War II.

Duration 10 minutes
3

Jefferson Memorial

The Jefferson Memorial building is a circular outdoor structure with a shallow dome supported by a circular colonnade composed of 26 Ionic columns. 12 additional columns support the north porch, and 4 columns are placed in each of the 4 memorial openings.

4

Lincoln Memorial

"In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom the Union saved, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is consecrated forever." Under these words, the sixteenth president of the United States feels immortalized in marble as a lasting symbol of unity, strength and wisdom. We will make a walking tour accompanied by our guide.

Duration 30 minutes
5

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

We will walk through this Monument that honors the men and women who served in the controversial Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Monument chronologically lists the names of more than 58,000 Americans who gave their lives in the service of their country and their names are written on this granite wall.

Duration 20 minutes
6

Korean War Veterans Memorial

The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located near the Lincoln Memorial at the National Mall in Washington, DC. It was dedicated on July 27, 1995. The Monument was designed and funded by private contributions and erected under the auspices of the Advisory Board of the Korean War Veterans Memorial. composed of Korean War veterans appointed by President Reagan

Duration 20 minutes
7

Washington Monument

The Washington Monument is an obelisk at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., built to commemorate George Washington, once commander in chief of the Continental Army and the first president of the United States. Located almost east of the reflective pool and the Lincoln Memorial,

Duration 20 minutes
8

White House

The White House is the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. It is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. and it has been the residence of all US presidents. UU. Since John Adams in 1800. The term "White House" is often used as a metonym for the president and his advisers.

Duration 20 minutes
9

National Mall

We will tour the National Mall which is a landscaped park within the National Mall and Memorial Parks, an official unit of the United States National Park System. It is located near downtown Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, and is administered by the National Park Service (NPS) of the United States Department of Interior.

10

National World War II Memorial

The World War II Memorial is a memorial of national significance [1] [2] dedicated to Americans who served in the armed forces and as civilians during World War II. Consisting of 56 pillars and a pair of small triumphal arches surrounding a square and fountain, it sits on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on the former site of the Rainbow Pool at the eastern end of the Reflecting Pool, between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument.

Duration 20 minutes
11

Washington Monument

We will pass through the Obelisk, when it was built it was the tallest structure in the world

12

The National Archives Museum

The National Archives Building, informally known as Archives I, is the original headquarters of the National Archives and Records Administration. It is located north of the National Mall at 700 Pennsylvania Avenue, Northwest, Washington, D.C ..

13

National Air and Space Museum

The Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum, also called NASM, is a museum in Washington, DC. It was established in 1946 as the National Air Museum and opened its main building in the National Mall near L'Enfant Plaza in 1976 In 2016, there we will find the history of the avecion as the prototypes used for trips to the moon.

Duration 90 minutes
14

The Capitol Steps

Being one of the most emblematic buildings in Washington and well known for being the scene of many films. It is the seat of the legislative branch formed by Senators and Representatives to the chamber. We will stop there to photograph.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included

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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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    You must carry a passport to enter the Arlington Cemetery.
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What our experts say

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    Carry your passport for Arlington entry
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    Try lunch at a cafe in Georgetown
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    Visit the National Air and Space Museum
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking
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    Consider taking photos at The Capitol

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