Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Visit the nation’s capital after dark for a private walking tour of Washington D.C. Learn the city’s immense history, as told through its most famous landmarks and monuments, each lit up to give you a wonderful experience in the evening. You'll start your tour near the Washington Monument, from where you can admire the Capitol Building lit in the dark.
As you walk beside the reflecting pool, admire the iconic buildings being reflected and snap your best pictures!
You’ll have the chance to then visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial, The Lincoln Memorial, and The Vietnam War Memorial, along with several others while learning each memorial’s unique origin story.
Your tour ends outside the most famous house in the country, The White House, where you'll learn all about American politics.
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Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
Food and drink
Gratuities (optional)
Transportation on the day (if required)
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Departure Point
1301 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20229, USA
Your guide will meet you at the entrance to "The Mellon Gala" at 1301 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20229, United States.
Return Details
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500, USA
At the White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500, United States (exterior).
National Mall, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States When the sun sets, the monuments and memorials of Washington DC are illuminated. Experience the stunning architecture of DC as you uncover its rich political history. See the best of the monuments, when the people have largely left, and each monument is lit up to best display itself. 60 minutes
2 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20024, USA See the iconic Washington Monument looming over the city, and walk by the World War II Memorial honouring the soldiers and civilians who served during the war. 30 minutes
Korean War Veterans Memorial, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States Experience the moving monuments of the Korean Veterans Memorial and Vietnam Memorials. 30 minutes
Lincoln Memorial, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States Stand in awe of the immensity of The Lincoln Memorial, and stand on its steps, gazing out over the city and the reflecting pool. 15 minutes
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500, USA End your tour at the iconic White House, residence and workplace of the United States President (see it from the exterior only). 15 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Jenni_E
30 Mar 2024
John was a wonderful guide. He gave us a wealth of information and we thoroughly enjoyed this walk! I would recommend highly!
S9198DJnathanf
13 Oct 2023
The private tour was great! Paul R was our tour guide and was fantastic. The weather was nice and the family had a great time.
John C
26 May 2023
Ken was so personable and knowledgeable making the tour that much more enjoyable! His mastery of historic facts brought the Mall and all the memorials to life. We highly recommend this activity with Ken at the helm.!
This tour in
Washington DC
is organized by
Travel Curious
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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