Evening Guided Tour of Washington DC's Most Inspiring Memorials
Overview
As the sun goes down, some of America's most cherished monuments and memorials are transformed by lights that make them shine brightly against the night sky. This memorable walking tour takes you to see these iconic DC sites after dark, when their architectures and details take on a new beauty.
Your tour will start at the inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, gazing up at the massive stone sculpture emerging from the mountain. Then it's on to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, where quotes and statues tell the story of his unprecedented four presidential terms.
Continuing on, we'll visit the Korean War Veterans Memorial. At the World War II Memorial, we'll stop to remember the sacrifices of the Greatest Generation.
As we walk the tree-lined paths, your guide will share interesting facts and history about each memorial. We'll end the tour at the obelisk of the Washington Monument. this is a unique way to experience America's heritage.
What's Included
- Tour guide
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
1964 Independence Avenue Southwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lincoln Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
White House Gifts (pass by)
Washington Monument (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-03).
- Tour guide.
- food and drink.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Evening Guided Tour of Washington DC's Most Inspiring Memorials is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Evening Guided Tour of Washington DC’s Most Inspiring Memorials will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tour guide
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
