DC Mall: Lincoln Memorial to Cap Hill App Audio GPS Walking Tour

Washington, US
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Highlights

  • See D.C.'s best-known monuments and museums
  • Learn the stories and history behind each site
  • Go at your own pace and schedule
  • Discover hidden gems along the way
  • Free entrance to Smithsonian museums

Meeting Point

The tour starts at the Korean War Veterans Memorial where you'll hear the history of Korea, the Korean war and the how the US participated. You'll also see amazing statues. From here the walking tour app will guide you through to the Lincoln Memorial and then through the National Mall.

Meeting point

900 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour ends at the steps of the Capital building where you'll hear about the role George Washington played in the city. The history of the building and secrets of it's history. And it's subway!

Meeting point

Washington, DC 20004 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Korean War Veterans Memorial

The tour starts here, you'll see the amazing memorial and hear the story of Korea and how the war erupted and the US fought to help South Korea. In the end roughly 1,780,000 Americans served, with 36,574 killed, 103,284 wounded, and 4,714 taken as prisoners of war. Today it's known as the forgotten war.

Duration 7 minutes
2

Lincoln Memorial

You'll walk up the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and learn the history of Lincoln, his rise to power, and why he changed the USA. You'll see the monument and learn a few secrets about the memorial and steps and debunk a few conspiracies.

Duration 6 minutes
3

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The tour goes through the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and you'll learn the story of Vietnam, how it started and the US involvement. You'll see the memorial and learn about it's history.

Duration 6 minutes
4

Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

The tour goes to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and you'll hear about the historic events that went down here for Civil Rights an Martin Luther King's most famous Speech "I Have a Dream". And some Forest Gump history. You'll learn the history of the pool and walk to the WW2 memorial.

Duration 10 minutes
5

World War II Memorial

You will see the WW2 Memorial, learn about Kilroy, and the history and stories behind WW2, the memorial and more.

Duration 6 minutes
6

Washington Monument

Discover the Story of George Washington, how he liked being British and was known as the "Town Killer" before he changed his mind and revolted, and won the war! To note, this does not go in the monument. Tickets are free, but not always available. You'll need to get a ticket before hand to guarantee entrance.

Duration 5 minutes
7

National Gallery of Art – Sculpture Garden

Get a chance to see Chagall and Miro statues, and learn their story. Stop for lunch at the Café and take in the art.

Duration 5 minutes
8

National Gallery of Art

See the world's most famous artists including Da Vinci, Van Gogh and many more, and you'll learn their stories, history and more.

Duration 5 minutes
9

National Museum of the American Indian

learn the stories of the Native Americans, the Buffalo Dancer, the 'Totem" poles and much more as we the tour walks around the Museum.

Duration 5 minutes
10

Capitol Reflecting Pool

The tour stops at the capital reflecting pool where you'll hear the history of General Grant and the pool.

Duration 5 minutes
11

United States Capitol

The tour ends at the steps of the Capital Building where you'll learn it's story and history.

Duration 5 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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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    • Washington Monument ticket must be booked before hand, (Limited slots) it's free but first come, first serve.
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What our experts say

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    Start early to avoid crowds.
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    Grab lunch at a nearby food truck.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Check Smithsonian museum hours ahead.
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    Bring a portable charger for your phone.

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