Skip-the-Line National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Tour Semi-Private
Description
Our SKIP-THE-LINE VIP ALL ACCESS National Archives semi-private (6 Guest Maximum) guided tours will bring you face to face with the seemingly humble documentation that gave birth to the most powerful nation in the world. The National Archives will introduce you to the original paperwork that formed the United States of America. What does VIP ACCESS mean? - Skip-the-Line Priority entry into the Archives Building - Skip-the-Line Priority Access to the Rotunda (to view Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Magna Carta)
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Step through the doors of this majestic neoclassical building, often called a temple to American history. Follow your guide into the National Archives Rotunda to learn about the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution while standing before these remarkably preserved documents. Alongside the Bill of Rights and Federalist Papers, you’ll see signatures from famous statesmen such as Alexander Hamilton. Next, explore the Public Vaults Exhibits, where letters from presidents including George Washington and John F. Kennedy are on display. Learn about the Emancipation Proclamation and its role in ending slavery, then see documents connected to the Civil Rights Movement, including a citation issued to Rosa Parks. Finally, in the Rubenstein Gallery, examine the 1297 Magna Carta. Written centuries before the founding of the United States, it profoundly influenced many of the historic documents housed in the National Archives today.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Notes: National Archives and other attractions or museums in DC may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!
Reviews(211)
It was a wonderful and informative tour. This is whst should be taught in our public schools today. Maribeth was absolutely the best. I highly recommend her!
Brenda was an amazing guide, we felt completely VIP and got so much great information and stories. She's very knowledgeable, got us swift access to documents. The information leading up to the event was unparalleled. Very highly recommend!
Only tour I’ve been on for the Archives but Brenda is hands down the best to do it! Extremely knowledgeable and we appreciated her tour structure. Everyone needs to tour with Brenda!!!
Annemarie added so much value that we cannot imagine the tour with anyone else. She was a wealth of information and enjoyable to be with.
Brenda was a fantastic guide, a fountain of knowledge and enthusiastic historian. She was fun and friendly and my adult daughter and I had a great day with her. I highly recommend!
Excellent presented information with knowledgable, guide Ryan. Included unique historical details and answers to all questions. Impressive collections of documents and objects.
Allen was a superb tour guide! He showed us around the National Archives and was very knowledgeable. There were many school groups there that day but he maneuvered around them to a place where we could hear him or see the documents better. I would highly recommend taking the Archive tour with Allen!
We had a wonderful tour today, and Rebecca was a fantastic guide. We got to see the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and many other important documents. Her depth of knowledge about everything we saw was truly impressive. I would absolutely recommend this tour, and if you can, I would try and have Rebecca as your guide. You will have an amazing time and will walk away with a greater understanding of our founding fathers.
Our experience with our tour guide Annemarie was outstanding and truly beyond our expectations. Annemarie was extremely knowledgeable of all the documents and paintings exhibited throughout the Archives, and expertly explained the many background facts and stories behind what we saw. We could never have appreciated all the documents and paintings we saw without her insights and historical knowledge. It was a joy to interact with her throughout our entire time together.
This tour was amazing! The small group setting and VIP access was very helpful. Our tour guide Maribeth was the BEST and very knowledgeable. Lots of new information was shared.
