Washington DC Day Tour with U.S. Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry
by USA Guided Tours
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This Washington DC day tour centers on the government and memorial landmarks that define the capital. It includes reserved access to the U.S. Capitol Building and the National Archives Building, allowing visitors to enter with priority. The tour lasts about 8 and a half hours and is conducted by an English-speaking guide who provides commentary both on and off the bus. The itinerary begins with a one-hour visit inside the U.S. Capitol Building, followed by an outside viewing of the White House and a walk through the Ellipse, also called the South Lawn. The tour then continues with guided stops at the National World War II Memorial, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial completed in 2020, the Jefferson Memorial, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial by the Tidal Basin. Additional memorial visits include the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial near the Reflecting Pool. In summer months from April through September, the tour includes a boat cruise on the Potomac River departing from Georgetown, where participants may purchase lunch and explore the area. During the colder months, from October to March, the itinerary replaces the boat ride with a stop at Pentagon City for lunch and free time. The tour uses a convertible tour bus with a glass or open top depending on the season. The tour involves walking to view monuments up close, so comfortable shoes are advised. Food and drinks are not permitted inside the Capitol or National Archives due to security rules. Guests should arrive by 8:15 AM for check-in, and the schedule may vary with local traffic conditions. Snacks are allowed on the bus but not full meals.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
U.S. Capitol
Guests receive reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building, the central landmark of Washington DC, for about one hour.
60 min
The White House
A 15-minute stop outside the White House includes views of the Executive Residence, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, and a walk through the Ellipse, also known as the South Lawn.
15 min
National World War II Memorial
A guided tour of the WWII Memorial.
15 min
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
This memorial, finished in 2020, honors President Eisenhower with a large wall depicting Normandy cliffs behind a simple design by Frank Gehry.
Jefferson Memorial
A guided tour of the Jefferson Memorial.
20 min
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
A 15-minute stop at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, dedicated in 2011, situated across the Tidal Basin.
15 min
Georgetown
From April 1 to September 30, this hour-long stop includes a boat cruise on the Potomac River and free time to buy lunch and explore Georgetown.
60 min
The Pentagon
From October 1 to March 31, the tour stops for about an hour at Pentagon City for lunch and free time instead of the boat cruise.
60 min
Lincoln Memorial
A 15-minute visit to the Lincoln Memorial with close-up views of this iconic monument.
15 min
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
A guided 15-minute stop at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, combined with the Lincoln Memorial visit, including walking.
15 min
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
A 15-minute guided tour of the FDR Memorial, showcasing the period from 1933 to 1945.
15 min
The National Archives Museum
Reserved entry to the National Archives Building for approximately 45 minutes to view important historical documents.
45 min
Korean War Veterans Memorial
A 15-minute visit to the Korean War Veterans Memorial near the Reflecting Pool, featuring statues and a wall carved with images inspired by the Korean Peninsula.
15 min
Meeting point
Your VIP experience begins at Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Address: 68 First St SE, Washington, DC 20004
End point
End of tour
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Washington DC Day Tour with U.S. Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry
by USA Guided Tours
Choose from 1 available option
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.$258Overview
This Washington DC day tour centers on the government and memorial landmarks that define the capital. It includes reserved access to the U.S. Capitol Building and the National Archives Building, allowing visitors to enter with priority. The tour lasts about 8 and a half hours and is conducted by an English-speaking guide who provides commentary both on and off the bus. The itinerary begins with a one-hour visit inside the U.S. Capitol Building, followed by an outside viewing of the White House and a walk through the Ellipse, also called the South Lawn. The tour then continues with guided stops at the National World War II Memorial, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial completed in 2020, the Jefferson Memorial, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial by the Tidal Basin. Additional memorial visits include the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial near the Reflecting Pool. In summer months from April through September, the tour includes a boat cruise on the Potomac River departing from Georgetown, where participants may purchase lunch and explore the area. During the colder months, from October to March, the itinerary replaces the boat ride with a stop at Pentagon City for lunch and free time. The tour uses a convertible tour bus with a glass or open top depending on the season. The tour involves walking to view monuments up close, so comfortable shoes are advised. Food and drinks are not permitted inside the Capitol or National Archives due to security rules. Guests should arrive by 8:15 AM for check-in, and the schedule may vary with local traffic conditions. Snacks are allowed on the bus but not full meals.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
U.S. Capitol
Guests receive reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building, the central landmark of Washington DC, for about one hour.
60 min
The White House
A 15-minute stop outside the White House includes views of the Executive Residence, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, and a walk through the Ellipse, also known as the South Lawn.
15 min
National World War II Memorial
A guided tour of the WWII Memorial.
15 min
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
This memorial, finished in 2020, honors President Eisenhower with a large wall depicting Normandy cliffs behind a simple design by Frank Gehry.
Jefferson Memorial
A guided tour of the Jefferson Memorial.
20 min
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
A 15-minute stop at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, dedicated in 2011, situated across the Tidal Basin.
15 min
Georgetown
From April 1 to September 30, this hour-long stop includes a boat cruise on the Potomac River and free time to buy lunch and explore Georgetown.
60 min
The Pentagon
From October 1 to March 31, the tour stops for about an hour at Pentagon City for lunch and free time instead of the boat cruise.
60 min
Lincoln Memorial
A 15-minute visit to the Lincoln Memorial with close-up views of this iconic monument.
15 min
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
A guided 15-minute stop at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, combined with the Lincoln Memorial visit, including walking.
15 min
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
A 15-minute guided tour of the FDR Memorial, showcasing the period from 1933 to 1945.
15 min
The National Archives Museum
Reserved entry to the National Archives Building for approximately 45 minutes to view important historical documents.
45 min
Korean War Veterans Memorial
A 15-minute visit to the Korean War Veterans Memorial near the Reflecting Pool, featuring statues and a wall carved with images inspired by the Korean Peninsula.
15 min
Meeting point
Your VIP experience begins at Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Address: 68 First St SE, Washington, DC 20004
End point
End of tour
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.