United States of America · Walking Tours

4-Hour Washington D.C. History Walking Tour with Iconic Memorials

4 Hours Round trip from Tidal Basin Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Walk along the Tidal Basin to the Jefferson Memorial
02 Explore the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial and learn about the only U.S. president elected to more than two terms
03 Delve into the civil rights struggle at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
04 Visit the Lincoln Memorial and hear how Abraham Lincoln helped end slavery
05 See the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, including the Vietnam Wall, The Three Men Soldier Statue, and the Nurse's Memorial

Discover hidden facts about American presidents on a walk through Washington, D.C.'s iconic memorials. As you explore the Tidal Basin and surrounding landmarks, learn about Thomas Jefferson, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Abraham Lincoln, and Martin Luther King Jr. while witnessing the nation's glorious past. Gain insight into how the civil rights movement began and how Lincoln helped bring an end to the horrors associated with slavery.

Walk around the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and delve into the revolutionary past, when Americans fought for their civil rights and liberties.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Washington D.C.

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Washington D.C. Memorials and American History Walk

Meet your Washington tour guide at the Smithsonian Metro Station. The tour begins with a walk along the Tidal Basin to the Jefferson Memorial, which is dedicated to Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States of America.
Stop at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, built in honor of the 32nd President of the United States of America. He was the only president elected to more than two terms.
Walk around the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and delve into the revolutionary past, when Americans fought for their civil rights and liberties.
Visit the Korean War Memorial, dedicated to the brave souls who fought valiantly during the Korean War.
Head to the Lincoln Memorial, one of the main attractions of the memorial tour. It is dedicated to Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, who helped end slavery.
The final stop is the Vietnam Wall and Veterans Memorial, dedicated to the men and women who gave their lives for the nation. The memorial consists of the Vietnam Wall, The Three Men Soldier Statue, and the Nurse's Memorial.

Where this trip takes you

Tidal Basin, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Certified tour guide

What's Not Included

Meals
Travel expenses
Personal expenses
Gratuity

What to bring

Travelers are advised to wear comfortable shoes because the tour involves a lot of walking.

Know before you go

At the end of the tour, travelers can use Uber and Lyft to go to their desired location.
Pricing:
55 USD per adult (minimum 3 people)
250 USD per group (up to 10 people)

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