• Albert Einstein Memorial - This bronze statue honoring Albert Einstein is where visitors will meet their knowledgeable guide to get an overview before exploring the National Mall. The guide will introduce the National Academy of Science and the fascinating design elements on the map, where visitors can try the ‘echo test’.
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Created by Maya Lin, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a powerful tribute featuring over 58,000 names of those who lost their lives in the war. Learn about the history of the memorial’s creation before visiting the Women’s Vietnam Memorial, which honors the women who served during the conflict.
• The Three Soldiers - The bronze statue of The Three Soldiers, unveiled in 1984 and designed by architect Fredrick Hart, is part of the Vietnam War Memorial. It symbolizes the diversity of soldiers in the US military and is the first representation of an African American on the National Mall.
• Lincoln Memorial - The Lincoln Memorial is a beloved highlight of the tour. Climb the 87 steps leading to the monument (symbolizing “4 score and 7 years”) and discover the statue’s construction along with the intriguing legends surrounding it.
• Korean War Veterans Memorial - Dedicated on the 42nd anniversary of the armistice that ended the war, the Korean War Memorial features the Mural Wall, 19 stainless steel statues representing a platoon on patrol, and a reflecting pool. Up close, visitors can see how the wall is made of nearly 100 tons of highly polished black marble with images of soldiers from the war etched into its surface.
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial - Next, the guide will lead visitors to the Martin Luther King Memorial, passing through the ‘mountain of despair’ to the ‘Stone of Hope’ - a 30ft tall high relief of King. Learn about the controversy over the shortened quote on the monument and how the memorial has been received by critics over the years.
• District of Columbia War Memorial - Commemorating the citizens of the District of Columbia who fought in WWI, this memorial features a beautiful domed temple with 499 names inscribed. As visitors admire the structure, they will hear about how it symbolizes Washington D.C.’s unique distinction as a local area despite its federal status.
• National World War II Memorial - Honoring the 16 million who served in the armed forces during WWII, over 400,000 who lost their lives, and the millions who contributed to the war effort from home, the WWII memorial is located in the heart of the National Mall. Learn about the symbolic ‘Kilroy was Here’ inscriptions on the wall and the significance of each element of the memorial’s construction.
• Washington Monument - The final stop is the Washington Monument, the centerpiece of the National Mall and an ideal spot to view the park in its entirety. With tickets to the top of the monument included, visitors will enjoy breathtaking views over the district.

• Local English-speaking guide
• Expertly guided walking tour
• Timed Entry to the Washington Monument

• Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
• Gratuities

The National Mall is the most-visited national park in the United States. But with a myriad of routes available and comprising over 1,000 acres of green space in the heart of the nation’s capital, it can be difficult to know how to make your own way across this storied expanse. On this National Mall tour, you’ll follow an expert guide along a hand-curated path that will showcase some of America’s most iconic and significant sites, including the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and so much more—unlocking their little-known stories and secrets as you go. Along the way, you’ll learn which is the most-filmed monument in the park, follow Dr. King’s footsteps as you stand where he delivered the “I have a Dream” speech that changed history, and wrap up your experience by taking in the incredible views from the top of the Washington Monument, with hard-to-get tickets secured in advance.

• This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
• Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour.
• We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
• Please note that during extreme heat waves, there is the possibility that the Washington Monument will be closed. Your expert guide will do their best to work out an alternative for you should that happen.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.