Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Exclusive Guided 2.5-Hour Tour in Washington DC
by Babylon Tours DC
Choose from 3 available options
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$210Overview
This exclusive walking tour lasts about 2 and a half hours and focuses on the history of flight and space exploration in the United States at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. A dedicated guide leads the group through the museum's collection, which includes key artifacts such as the original 1903 Wright Flyer, Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis, and equipment from the Mercury, Apollo, Skylab, and Space Shuttle programs. Visitors will see space suits worn by Alan Shepard and Neil Armstrong, the Freedom 7 and Apollo 11 Columbia capsules, and filming models from Star Trek and Star Wars when available. The tour covers the progression from early flight to the moon landing, with time to view spacecraft, astronaut gear, and other important items related to U.S. aviation and space history. The tour guide is exclusive to the group unless the semi-private option is selected. The museum is currently undergoing extensive renovation, so some exhibits may not be on display. The guide will adapt the visit depending on which artifacts are accessible during the tour. Wheelchair access is included unless the semi-private option is chosen. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and gratuities are optional.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
National Air and Space Museum
The tour visits the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, covering the history of flight from its beginnings to the U.S. space program. An expert guide explains the roles of pioneers and astronauts and shows artifacts like the original Wright Flyer and the Spirit of St. Louis. The visit includes viewing spacecraft and astronaut equipment from Mercury, Apollo, Skylab, and the Space Shuttle programs. Highlights may include the Apollo 11 spacesuit, John Glenn's Mercury capsule, the Bell X-1, and a Space Shuttle mid-deck model. The guide adjusts the tour according to which exhibits are accessible due to ongoing museum renovations.
120 min
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you 10 minutes before the tour starts at the base of the sculpture in front of the Air & Space building entrance. (The Entrance facing the the lawn of the DC Mall)
End point
Your guide will meet you 10 minutes before the tour starts at the base of the sculpture in front of the Air & Space building entrance. (The Entrance facing the the lawn of the DC Mall)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Exclusive Guided 2.5-Hour Tour in Washington DC
by Babylon Tours DC
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$210Overview
This exclusive walking tour lasts about 2 and a half hours and focuses on the history of flight and space exploration in the United States at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. A dedicated guide leads the group through the museum's collection, which includes key artifacts such as the original 1903 Wright Flyer, Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis, and equipment from the Mercury, Apollo, Skylab, and Space Shuttle programs. Visitors will see space suits worn by Alan Shepard and Neil Armstrong, the Freedom 7 and Apollo 11 Columbia capsules, and filming models from Star Trek and Star Wars when available. The tour covers the progression from early flight to the moon landing, with time to view spacecraft, astronaut gear, and other important items related to U.S. aviation and space history. The tour guide is exclusive to the group unless the semi-private option is selected. The museum is currently undergoing extensive renovation, so some exhibits may not be on display. The guide will adapt the visit depending on which artifacts are accessible during the tour. Wheelchair access is included unless the semi-private option is chosen. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and gratuities are optional.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
National Air and Space Museum
The tour visits the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, covering the history of flight from its beginnings to the U.S. space program. An expert guide explains the roles of pioneers and astronauts and shows artifacts like the original Wright Flyer and the Spirit of St. Louis. The visit includes viewing spacecraft and astronaut equipment from Mercury, Apollo, Skylab, and the Space Shuttle programs. Highlights may include the Apollo 11 spacesuit, John Glenn's Mercury capsule, the Bell X-1, and a Space Shuttle mid-deck model. The guide adjusts the tour according to which exhibits are accessible due to ongoing museum renovations.
120 min
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you 10 minutes before the tour starts at the base of the sculpture in front of the Air & Space building entrance. (The Entrance facing the the lawn of the DC Mall)
End point
Your guide will meet you 10 minutes before the tour starts at the base of the sculpture in front of the Air & Space building entrance. (The Entrance facing the the lawn of the DC Mall)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.