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DC History & Monuments 5+Stops Guided Small Group Cruiser Tour

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Overview

Discover the best of Washington, D.C. on a guided sightseeing tour by Open-Air Cruiser, a comfortable and exciting way to experience the capital while spending less time walking. Cruise through the National Mall as your local guide shares fascinating stories, history, and insights about the city’s most famous landmarks.

See iconic sights including the White House, U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and more. Enjoy dedicated stops with time to step out, explore, take photos, and experience the monuments up close.

With open-air panoramic views, a small-group atmosphere, convenient stops, and plenty of photo opportunities, this Washington DC tour is ideal for visitors who want to cover more of the city in less time. Sit back aboard your Open-Air Cruiser and enjoy a memorable journey through the history, monuments, memorials, and must-see sights of Washington, D.C.

What's Included

  • Receive a detailed introduction to U.S. history and Washington D.C.’s famous monuments
  • Enjoy stops outside popular landmarks.
  • Transportation electric cart for unique sightseeing experience
  • Gratuities
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333 G Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20001, USA

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Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill is the seat of the U.S. government, home to the domed United States Capitol, Senate, Houses of Representatives and the neoclassical Supreme Court.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National Gallery of Art (pass by)

The National Gallery of Art, founded as a gift to the nation, serves as a center of visual art, education, and culture. Our collection of more than 150,000 paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photographs, prints, and drawings spans the history of Western art and showcases some of the triumphs of human creativity.
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (pass by)

The National Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum administered by the Smithsonian Institution, located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It has free admission and is open 364 days a year.
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National Museum of African American History and Culture (pass by)

The National Museum of African American History and Culture, colloquially known as the Blacksonian, is a Smithsonian Institution museum located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the United States. It was established in 2003 and opened its permanent home in 2016 with a ceremony led by President Barack Obama.
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Washington Monument

The National Monument stands as the tallest structure in Washington, D.C. Shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, it is 555' 5/8” high and made of marble, granite, and bluestone gneiss, it took 36 years to complete. From the top viewers enjoy 30 to 40 miles visibility in clear weather.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

The Jefferson Memorial is a national memorial in Washington, D.C., built in honor of Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the United States Declaration of Independence, a central intellectual force behind the American Revolution, a founder of the Democratic-Republican Party, and the nation's third president.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tidal Basin

See the Tidal Basin’s edge and take stunning pictures as their pink petals reflect on the water — a truly unforgettable DC experience.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial (pass by)

The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a presidential memorial in Washington D.C., dedicated to the memory of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States, and to the era he represents. The memorial is one of two in Washington honoring Roosevelt.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is a national memorial located in West Potomac Park next to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It covers four acres and includes the Stone of Hope, a granite statue of civil rights movement leader Martin Luther King Jr. carved by sculptor Lei Yixin
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lincoln Memorial

The memorial is surrounded by 36 fluted Doric columns, one for each of the 36 states in the Union at the time of Lincoln's death. When you walk up the steps, two additional columns are located at the entrance behind the colonnade. These columns are 44 feet tall with a base diameter of seven feet and five inches.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

White House

The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., it has served as the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800 when the national capital was moved from Philadelphia
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • Kindly note that access to some memorials may be limited at times due to special events or security requirements.
  • For safety and accessibility reasons, strollers and walkers are not permitted on this tour
  • This tour/activity may have a maximum of up to 14 travelers.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the DC History & Monuments 5+Stops Guided Small Group Cruiser Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the DC History & Monuments 5+Stops Guided Small Group Cruiser Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Receive a detailed introduction to U.S. history and Washington D.C.’s famous monuments.
  • Enjoy stops outside popular landmarks.
  • Transportation electric cart for unique sightseeing experience.
  • Live Tour Guide (in English).
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the DC History & Monuments 5+Stops Guided Small Group Cruiser Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for DC History & Monuments 5+Stops Guided Small Group Cruiser Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool DC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Receive a detailed introduction to U.S. history and Washington D.C.’s famous monuments
  • Enjoy stops outside popular landmarks.
  • Transportation electric cart for unique sightseeing experience
  • Live Tour Guide (in English)
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vehicle type may be adjusted due to weather or safety conditions.
  • Kindly note that access to some memorials may be limited at times due to special events or security requirements.
  • For safety and accessibility reasons, strollers and walkers are not permitted on this tour
  • This tour/activity may have a maximum of up to 14 travelers.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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