Washington DC 4-Hour Private City Tour by Luxury Vehicle
by Continental City Tours
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$550Overview
The tour begins with a walk near St. John's Episcopal Church and along Black Lives Matter Plaza, leading to views of the White House and the Andrew Jackson Memorial. Guests travel in a Cadillac Escalade ESV or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van with air conditioning and a licensed guide who provides historical commentary throughout the four-hour private city tour of Washington DC. The route is planned to avoid crowds and can be adjusted to suit the group's pace and interests, including extra time at chosen landmarks. Stops include the U.S. Capitol, National World War II Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery with Kennedy’s Grave, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, among others. Several locations are viewed from the vehicle, such as the Washington Monument and the FBI Headquarters, with options to disembark at certain memorials. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels within the National Mall or Downtown DC area, bottled water on request, and multiple language options if requested during booking. The guide will contact guests by phone before the tour to confirm details. The experience is family-friendly with available booster seats and can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs that can be lifted into the vehicle.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The White House
The tour starts with a walk near St. John's Episcopal Church and along Black Lives Matter Plaza, which leads directly to the front of the White House. Guests can walk in front of the White House from Lafayette Square and visit the nearby Andrew Jackson Memorial.
15 min
St. John's Episcopal Church
This Episcopal parish is located across from the White House on the corner of 16th and H Streets NW in downtown Washington DC.
5 min
United States Department of the Treasury
The Treasury Building, located at 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1972.
Old Post Office Pavilion
The Old Post Office and Clock Tower at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is part of the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site.
FBI Headquarters
The FBI Headquarters represents the agency's mission to protect the American people and uphold the U.S. Constitution.
The National Archives Museum
Visitors see the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights displayed in the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom.
National Gallery of Art
This museum welcomes the public to explore art and creativity representing shared humanity.
U.S. Capitol
Guests disembark to take panoramic photos of the National Mall including views of the U.S. Capitol, statues of President James Garfield, General Ulysses S. Grant, and the Peace Memorial.
15 min
National Museum of the American Indian
Part of the Smithsonian Institution, this museum focuses on the cultures of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
National Air and Space Museum
Home to the world’s largest collection of aviation and space artifacts maintained by the Smithsonian Institution.
Smithsonian Institution Building
Also known as the Smithsonian Castle, this building on the National Mall houses administrative offices and an information center.
Washington Monument
The tour passes the Washington Monument, honoring the first U.S. president, with an option to stop and walk around the World War II Memorial and approach the monument if requested at the start of the tour.
Second Division Memorial
This memorial honors members of the Second Infantry Division who died in service, with a flaming sword symbolizing the defense of Paris in World War I; two wings were added for World War II and the Korean War.
National World War II Memorial
The memorial honors the 16 million U.S. armed forces personnel who served in World War II, including over 400,000 who died and all who supported the war effort at home.
20 min
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Located in downtown Washington DC, the memorial recognizes Dr. King’s work for racial equality and justice; the guide brings guests to the closest entrance for viewing.
20 min
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Situated near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall, this memorial was dedicated in 1995 to honor Korean War veterans.
20 min
Lincoln Memorial
Dedicated to the 16th president who abolished slavery, visitors can enter the memorial and see views from the top.
25 min
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
This memorial honors U.S. Armed Forces members who served in the Vietnam War.
25 min
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery is the largest U.S. military cemetery, with more than 400,000 veterans and their families from Iraq, Afghanistan, World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War, and the Civil War buried there. The visit includes a stop at Kennedy’s Grave, and with prior arrangement, a stop at the Changing of the Guard can be included. The cemetery closes daily at 5 PM, so this stop is only available on tours that start in the morning or afternoon. Tours starting at or after 5 PM run 3 hours instead of 4, as Arlington will be closed.
45 min
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Part of Arlington Cemetery, the tour includes Kennedy’s Grave and can be arranged to include the Changing of the Guard with prior planning to manage time.
40 min
Marine Corps War Memorial
This memorial honors U.S. Marines and those who fought alongside them, depicting a famous World War II moment but dedicated to all Marines who died defending the United States since 1775.
10 min
Air Force Memorial
This memorial honors the service and heritage of the United States Air Force personnel.
The National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
View the site where the third airplane crashed during the September 2001 attacks; the Pentagon is the largest low-rise office building in the world.
Jefferson Memorial
Located on the Tidal Basin among Japanese cherry trees, this memorial is a notable spot to visit during peak bloom season.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Washington DC 4-Hour Private City Tour by Luxury Vehicle
by Continental City Tours
Choose from 2 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.$550Overview
The tour begins with a walk near St. John's Episcopal Church and along Black Lives Matter Plaza, leading to views of the White House and the Andrew Jackson Memorial. Guests travel in a Cadillac Escalade ESV or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van with air conditioning and a licensed guide who provides historical commentary throughout the four-hour private city tour of Washington DC. The route is planned to avoid crowds and can be adjusted to suit the group's pace and interests, including extra time at chosen landmarks. Stops include the U.S. Capitol, National World War II Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery with Kennedy’s Grave, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, among others. Several locations are viewed from the vehicle, such as the Washington Monument and the FBI Headquarters, with options to disembark at certain memorials. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels within the National Mall or Downtown DC area, bottled water on request, and multiple language options if requested during booking. The guide will contact guests by phone before the tour to confirm details. The experience is family-friendly with available booster seats and can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs that can be lifted into the vehicle.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The White House
The tour starts with a walk near St. John's Episcopal Church and along Black Lives Matter Plaza, which leads directly to the front of the White House. Guests can walk in front of the White House from Lafayette Square and visit the nearby Andrew Jackson Memorial.
15 min
St. John's Episcopal Church
This Episcopal parish is located across from the White House on the corner of 16th and H Streets NW in downtown Washington DC.
5 min
United States Department of the Treasury
The Treasury Building, located at 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1972.
Old Post Office Pavilion
The Old Post Office and Clock Tower at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is part of the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site.
FBI Headquarters
The FBI Headquarters represents the agency's mission to protect the American people and uphold the U.S. Constitution.
The National Archives Museum
Visitors see the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights displayed in the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom.
National Gallery of Art
This museum welcomes the public to explore art and creativity representing shared humanity.
U.S. Capitol
Guests disembark to take panoramic photos of the National Mall including views of the U.S. Capitol, statues of President James Garfield, General Ulysses S. Grant, and the Peace Memorial.
15 min
National Museum of the American Indian
Part of the Smithsonian Institution, this museum focuses on the cultures of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
National Air and Space Museum
Home to the world’s largest collection of aviation and space artifacts maintained by the Smithsonian Institution.
Smithsonian Institution Building
Also known as the Smithsonian Castle, this building on the National Mall houses administrative offices and an information center.
Washington Monument
The tour passes the Washington Monument, honoring the first U.S. president, with an option to stop and walk around the World War II Memorial and approach the monument if requested at the start of the tour.
Second Division Memorial
This memorial honors members of the Second Infantry Division who died in service, with a flaming sword symbolizing the defense of Paris in World War I; two wings were added for World War II and the Korean War.
National World War II Memorial
The memorial honors the 16 million U.S. armed forces personnel who served in World War II, including over 400,000 who died and all who supported the war effort at home.
20 min
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Located in downtown Washington DC, the memorial recognizes Dr. King’s work for racial equality and justice; the guide brings guests to the closest entrance for viewing.
20 min
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Situated near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall, this memorial was dedicated in 1995 to honor Korean War veterans.
20 min
Lincoln Memorial
Dedicated to the 16th president who abolished slavery, visitors can enter the memorial and see views from the top.
25 min
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
This memorial honors U.S. Armed Forces members who served in the Vietnam War.
25 min
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery is the largest U.S. military cemetery, with more than 400,000 veterans and their families from Iraq, Afghanistan, World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War, and the Civil War buried there. The visit includes a stop at Kennedy’s Grave, and with prior arrangement, a stop at the Changing of the Guard can be included. The cemetery closes daily at 5 PM, so this stop is only available on tours that start in the morning or afternoon. Tours starting at or after 5 PM run 3 hours instead of 4, as Arlington will be closed.
45 min
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Part of Arlington Cemetery, the tour includes Kennedy’s Grave and can be arranged to include the Changing of the Guard with prior planning to manage time.
40 min
Marine Corps War Memorial
This memorial honors U.S. Marines and those who fought alongside them, depicting a famous World War II moment but dedicated to all Marines who died defending the United States since 1775.
10 min
Air Force Memorial
This memorial honors the service and heritage of the United States Air Force personnel.
The National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
View the site where the third airplane crashed during the September 2001 attacks; the Pentagon is the largest low-rise office building in the world.
Jefferson Memorial
Located on the Tidal Basin among Japanese cherry trees, this memorial is a notable spot to visit during peak bloom season.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.