Private Walking Tour in Washington with National Archives
Overview
This private walking tour introduces Washington’s cultural heritage through iconic landmarks. Begin at the White House Visitor Center and explore the story of leadership. What moments shaped the presidency over time?
Walk through symbolic spaces like the Friendship Garden reflecting international ties. Observe the Washington Monument rising as a tribute to national identity. Continue to the Natural History Museum where stories of civilization unfold.
End at the National Archives where founding documents are preserved. Feel the significance of history shaped over centuries. Your experienced guide connects each place with meaning and context for all ages.
Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.
What's Included
- Washington Monument entry fee - $1 per person
- National Archives Museum entry fee - $1 per person
- Professional local guide services
- Professional photography services
- Special exhibitions, workshops, or events not specified in the tour description
- Additional activities or itinerary changes beyond the agreed tour route
Meeting Location
1450 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
701 Constitution Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20408, USA
What To Expect
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White House Visitors Center
19 minutes Admission Ticket Free
German-American Friendship Garden
19 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Washington Monument
19 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
18 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The National Archives Museum
18 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Activity code: C-209615P167
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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 (EST).
- Washington Monument entry fee - $1 per person.
- National Archives Museum entry fee - $1 per person.
- Professional local guide services.
- Professional photography services.
- Special exhibitions, workshops, or events not specified in the tour description.
- Additional activities or itinerary changes beyond the agreed tour route.
The 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Walking Tour in Washington with National Archives is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Walking Tour in Washington with National Archives 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
- Washington Monument entry fee - $1 per person
- National Archives Museum entry fee - $1 per person
- Professional local guide services
- Professional photography services
- Special exhibitions, workshops, or events not specified in the tour description
- Additional activities or itinerary changes beyond the agreed tour route
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
