Washington DC Monuments & American History Guided E-Cart Tour
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This tour offers a detailed introduction to U.S. history and Washington D.C.’s famous monuments, guided by expert Washingtonian storytellers. We love sharing unique, little-known facts that you won’t find on the internet or in books. You can ask your questions and learn more while taking advantage of this group tour with an expert guide. Our tours are designed to be fun for all ages, with patient and friendly guides who make everyone feel welcome. During the 2-hour experience, you’ll enjoy stops at the most popular memorials and the White House, where we’ll showcase our photography skills to help capture unforgettable memories. This is a group E-cart tour, depending on time and availability it can be classic looking or modern looking electric cart.
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Capitol Hill is the seat of the U.S. government, home to the domed United States Capitol, Senate, Houses of Representatives and the neoclassical Supreme Court. It’s also known for the redbrick Eastern Market, where vendors sell produce, meat and cheese throughout the week, and handicrafts and antiques on weekends.
The National Gallery of Art, founded as a gift to the nation, serves as a center of visual art, education, and culture. Our collection of more than 150,000 paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photographs, prints, and drawings spans the history of Western art and showcases some of the triumphs of human creativity.
he National Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum administered by the Smithsonian Institution, located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It has free admission and is open 364 days a year.
The National Museum of African American History and Culture, colloquially known as the Blacksonian, is a Smithsonian Institution museum located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the United States. It was established in 2003 and opened its permanent home in 2016 with a ceremony led by President Barack Obama.
The National Monument stands as the tallest structure in Washington, D.C. Shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, it is 555' 5/8” high and made of marble, granite, and bluestone gneiss, it took 36 years to complete. From the top viewers enjoy 30 to 40 miles visibility in clear weather.
The Jefferson Memorial is a national memorial in Washington, D.C., built in honor of Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the United States Declaration of Independence, a central intellectual force behind the American Revolution, a founder of the Democratic-Republican Party, and the nation's third president.
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a presidential memorial in Washington D.C., dedicated to the memory of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States, and to the era he represents. The memorial is one of two in Washington honoring Roosevelt.
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is a national memorial located in West Potomac Park next to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It covers four acres and includes the Stone of Hope, a granite statue of civil rights movement leader Martin Luther King Jr. carved by sculptor Lei Yixin
The memorial is surrounded by 36 fluted Doric columns, one for each of the 36 states in the Union at the time of Lincoln's death. When you walk up the steps, two additional columns are located at the entrance behind the colonnade. These columns are 44 feet tall with a base diameter of seven feet and five inches.
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial, commonly called the Vietnam Memorial, is a U.S. national memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring service members of the U.S. armed forces who served in the Vietnam War.
The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located in Washington, D.C.'s West Potomac Park, southeast of the Lincoln Memorial and just south of the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. It memorializes those who served in the Korean War. The national memorial was dedicated in 1995.
The Albert Einstein Memorial is a monumental bronze statue by sculptor Robert Berks, depicting Albert Einstein seated with manuscript papers in hand
The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., it has served as the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800 when the national capital was moved from Philadelphia
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vehicle type may be adjusted due to weather or safety conditions.
- For safety and accessibility reasons, strollers and walkers are not permitted on this tour
- Kindly note that access to some memorials may be limited at times due to special events or security requirements.
Reviews(538)
This was a great way to get a "first day in Washington DC" highlights tour. The vehicle was sized so as to fit several families---just a "small group" which made getting on and off the vehicle at the stops a lot easier. To see the monument sites where the tour stops, you need to move pretty quickly, especially with summer season crowds. We missed seeing the WW2 and Vietnam Memorial sites, but as this was a short tour timewise, we felt we got our money's worth. An added positive was that the kids (5th graders) enjoyed the open air ride!
The tour was 2 hours, we made several quick stops at monuments. Our guide was very knowledgable about the history of DC.
Hi Suzanne, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed exploring DC with us. It's great to hear that the stops gave you a chance to take in the monuments while learning about the city's rich history from your guide. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
The ride was not good. He made us change our seats and made us split and sit in the back. Overall ride was confusing and had a bad experience . Will not do this again.
Hi Aditya, we are truly sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet your expectations. We understand how disappointing it must have been to be separated from your group and to feel confused during the tour. Seating adjustments are sometimes necessary to ensure everyone's safety and balance in the vehicle, but we recognize that this should have been communicated more clearly. We appreciate your honest feedback, as it helps us improve both our communication and the overall guest experience. Thank you for giving us a try, and we wish you all the best in your future travels.
What a wonderful way to see the major sites. We were able to still go in comfort although it rained a little. Our guide was very knowledgeable. He was also flexible when we requested to stop at a site that was originally a drive by. I highly recommend this tour!
Thank you Heather for this great remark! We're thrilled to hear that, despite a little rain along the road, you had fun discovering the city's famous sites. It's wonderful to know that the event was made even more special by your guide's expertise and adaptability. We sincerely thank you for recommending us, and we hope to see you again when you visit Washington, D.C. for another experience!
This is an excellent way to see the major sites in D.C. Our driver Kevin did an excellent job keeping us safe, while sharing his extensive knowledge of D.C. you can’t go to D.C. and not walk a ton, so this two hour tour gave legs a break and the opportunity to sit back and enjoy!
We're happy to hear that the tour allowed you to see the best of Washington, D.C. while giving your legs a much-needed break. Kevin would be overjoyed to see that his careful driving and enthusiasm for presenting the city's history left such a favorable impact. We sincerely thank you for your nice remarks and look forward to having you back in D.C. for another trip! Thank you Joelie!
Great way to see the area. Lorenzo was knowledgeable and friendly! Highly recommend taking the trip!
We truly appreciate your recommendation, Erin! We're so glad you enjoyed exploring the area with Lorenzo. His friendly approach and passion for sharing local history truly make every tour a special experience. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. We appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! 😊
Great way to see all the monuments of DC!
Hi, We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour! Seeing all of DC’s iconic monuments in one experience is one of the things our guests love most. Thank you for joining us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to welcome you back on another tour the next time you’re in Washington, DC! 😉
David, our tour guide, was a genuinely kind and informative person. He made the two hour tour very enjoyable.
We're so glad to hear that David made your experience both enjoyable and informative. His genuine kindness and passion for sharing the stories behind the city are what make tours so memorable. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon! Thank you so much Tammy!
It was an amazing tour! Guide was well prepared with a huge amount of knowledge about the history of the city.
We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us. Thank you Trayce, our guides are passionate about sharing the rich history and stories that make Washington, DC so special, and it means a lot to know that their knowledge helped make your tour memorable. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another adventure the next time you're in the city!
Our guide was knowledgeable and pleasant. We saw most of the major sites, although the White House was only visible from the north and through a fence. We could have used a little more time to explore the sites. 20 minutes wasn't enough to take in the Lincoln Memorial, the reflecting pool, the Viet Nam memorial, etc.
We're happy to hear Tom that you found your guide knowledgeable and pleasant. We strive to provide an informative and enjoyable tour while covering as many of Washington, DC's iconic landmarks as possible. We understand your wish for more time at sites such as the Lincoln Memorial, Reflecting Pool, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Balancing time across multiple stops can be challenging, but feedback like yours helps us evaluate ways to enhance the experience for future guests. We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you back for another visit so you can spend even more time exploring these remarkable landmarks. We appreciate you sharing your experience.
