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Best of DC Plus US Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry

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Washington DC, USA
Fully Guided by Expert Local Tour Guides
Tour group and their guide board a boat to experience the Potomac River in Washington, DC.
Korean War Memorial
The National Archives (inside tour)
FDR Memorial
Fully Guided by Expert Local Tour Guides
Luxury Climate-Controlled Buses

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8 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

Get the presidential treatment with the most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building! For smaller groups, fresh air & uninterrupted views, upgrade to our convertible tour bus!

Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the National World War II and I Memorials, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.

After lunch, summer brings the opportunity for a boat ride through Georgetown and the DC Waterfront. The tour price includes a complimentary boat ride, and you will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants. In winter, we get to explore the Kennedy Center for lunch where we can see exhibits and galleries, stunning views from the terrace and shop in the gift shops [show your ticket for a discount]!

What's Included

  • Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (Seasonal: April 1 to October 15)
  • Upgrade to Glass-Top/Open-Top Convertible Bus Available
  • Reserved Entry to the U.S. Capitol Building
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Neptune Fountain, 68 First St SE, Washington, DC 20004, USA

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Your VIP experience begins at Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. Address: 68 First St SE, Washington, DC 20004

End point

National Archives Museum, 701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, USA

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Start Time • 8:30 AM

What To Expect

U.S. Capitol

Reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building - the centerpiece of the capital city!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

White House

When arriving at the White House (outside only), you will see the Executive Residence of the President and his family, as well as the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. This stop also includes a walk through the Elipse, otherwise known as the South Lawn.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National World War II Memorial

Guided tour of WWII Memorial.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial (Pass By)

This brand new memorial completed in 2020 is dedicated to massive legacy of President Eisenhower with a large wall depicting the cliffs of Normandy behind the simple memorial designed by iconic American designer Frank Gehry.
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Jefferson Memorial

Guided tour of Jefferson Memorial.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Visit the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial – dedicated in 2011 – just across the Tidal Basin.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Georgetown

SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Oct 15); in the warmer month, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and can purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

SEASONAL (Oct 16 - Mar 31); lunch break & free time - enjoy the terrace for a view of the whole city, the exhibits and galleries & gift shops [show ticket to cashier for discount].
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lincoln Memorial

Enjoy the iconic memorial up close!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Guided tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one above.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

Guided tour of Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial, which will transport you back in time to the years of 1933-1945.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The National Archives Museum

Delight in reserved entrance into the National Archives Building!
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Korean War Veterans Memorial

A stunning memorial steps away from the Reflecting Pool depicts lifelike statues walking through moss along a wall carved with images in a design inspired by the Penisula itself.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Security restrictions at the US Capitol and National Archives Buildings prevent any food or drinks being brought through security
  • During peak season, security lines are long, and as such, arriving ahead of time is highly encouraged
  • Tour Departure Times Are Subject to Change Due to Local Traffic Conditions

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6349VIPDC

Reviews

4.65
2,137 reviews

Average 4.65 out of 5 stars based on 2,136 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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