Washington, D.C.: The Capital Tour

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3–5 days
Washington, D.C.
Travel to Washington, D.C., the heart of American politics. You’ll connect with our nation’s history and culture as you take in the museums, monuments and memorials. And of course, walk along Capitol Hill, the place that’s shaped our past, present and future.
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  • Day 1: Washington, D.C.

    Arrive in Washington, D.C.

    Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:

    • Photo stop at the White House
    • Photo stop at the Washington Monument
    • WWII Memorial

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History

    Guided night tour of Washington, D.C.

    • Lincoln Memorial
    • Korean War Veterans Memorial
    • Vietnam Veterans Memorial

  • Day 2: Washington, D.C.

    Visit Arlington National Cemetery

    • Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
    • Kennedy gravesites

    Make a photo stop at the Marine Corps War Memorial

    Visit Mount Vernon

    • Mansion and grounds
    • Museum and education center
    • George Washington's tomb

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center

    Photo stop at U.S. Supreme Court and the Library of Congress

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Depart for home

Experience even more

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center

    Photo stop at U.S. Supreme Court and the Library of Congress

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Visit the National Archives

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History

    Optional: Potomac River/Dance Cruise (seasonal)

  • Day 4: Washington, D.C.

    Drive along Embassy Row

    • View the residence of the Vice President

    Visit the Smithsonian's National Zoological Park

    Visit the exhibit Daniel's Story at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum

    Optional: Theater performance

  • Day 5: Washington, D.C.

    Visit the Newseum

    Depart for home

Your departure day activities may vary depending on how long your tour is. For details or to adjust your trip, please call 800.503.2323.

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  • Day 1: Washington, D.C.

    Arrive in Washington, D.C.

    Explore Washington, D.C. highlights:

    • Photo stop at the White House
    • Photo stop at the Washington Monument
    • WWII Memorial

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History

    Guided night tour of Washington, D.C.

    • Lincoln Memorial
    • Korean War Veterans Memorial
    • Vietnam Veterans Memorial

  • Day 2: Washington, D.C.

    Visit Arlington National Cemetery

    • Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
    • Kennedy gravesites

    Make a photo stop at the Marine Corps War Memorial

    Visit Mount Vernon

    • Mansion and grounds
    • Museum and education center
    • George Washington's tomb

    Enjoy an evening activity

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center

    Photo stop at U.S. Supreme Court and the Library of Congress

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Depart for home

Experience even more

  • Day 3: Washington, D.C.

    See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center

    Photo stop at U.S. Supreme Court and the Library of Congress

    Explore the Tidal Basin

    • FDR Memorial
    • Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial
    • Jefferson Memorial

    Visit the National Archives

    Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

    • National Air and Space Museum
    • National Museum of Natural History
    • National Museum of African Art
    • National Museum of American History

    Optional: Potomac River/Dance Cruise (seasonal)

  • Day 4: Washington, D.C.

    Drive along Embassy Row

    • View the residence of the Vice President

    Visit the Smithsonian's National Zoological Park

    Visit the exhibit Daniel's Story at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum

    Optional: Theater performance

  • Day 5: Washington, D.C.

    Visit the Newseum

    Depart for home

Your departure day activities may vary depending on how long your tour is. For details or to adjust your trip, please call 800.503.2323.

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