Washington DC: Walking Tour and African American Museum
ID: GYG404488-734275
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
See 3 of Washington’s must-see landmarks: the White House, the Capitol One, and the Washington Monument on this 90-minute walking tour. Afterward, explore the African American Museum at your own pace.
Meet your guide at the White House and begin your tour of Washington DC. From the outside, learn about the history of the White House and the people who inhabited it. Your local guide will share stories about America’s history and the influence of African Americans in DC.
Next, see the Capitol One, one of the most architecturally impressive buildings in the world. Hear about the neoclassical United States Capitol, which is home to the House of Representatives and Senate.
Finally, your guide will take you to the Washington Monument. Made of white marble and 550-feet tall, the obelisk is an iconic Washington DC landmark.
After the walking tour, use your reserved entry tickets to visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Explore the museum on your own at your own pace.
Highlights
- Marvel at 3 must-see landmarks in Washington DC
- Learn about the historical influence of African Americans in DC
- Visit the African American National Museum at your own pace
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This activity is not organized by the Museum of African American History and Culture, it is organized by a local private tour operator company.
The museum entrance ticket is free, but the local supplier will make a reservation for you a month before.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
Meet your guide at the Andrew Jackson Memorial Statue in the middle of Lafayette Square Park. Pennsylvania Ave NW &, 16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
