DC Monuments and Memorials Day Tour
Overview
See Washington, DC in ways large bus tours simply can’t. This small-group experience (12 people maximum) is designed for travelers who want captivating stories, more time at each site, and a relaxed, enjoyable pace.
At the start of your tour, you’ll receive access to a bonus audio experience, providing rich historical context and storytelling for every stop—so the experience continues beyond what you hear from your local guide.
You’ll visit iconic landmarks such as the Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial, discovering the stories, people, and moments that shaped the nation.
With 10–20 minutes at each stop, you’ll have time to walk around, take photos, and explore at your own pace—without feeling rushed. Our knowledgeable local guide brings history to life through fun, engaging storytelling.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Audio link for each site
- WiFi on board
- Earbuds / Headphones
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
850 10th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20001, 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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Thomas Jefferson Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
White House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
World War II Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ford's Theatre (pass by)
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Lincoln Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Korean War Veterans Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
U.S. Capitol
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Washington DC
1 hour 40 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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5566300P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool DC 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 (EST).
- Bottled water.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Audio link for each site.
- WiFi on board.
- Earbuds / Headphones.
- Gratuities.
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 DC Monuments and Memorials Day Tour 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 DC Monuments and Memorials Day 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!
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
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Audio link for each site
- WiFi on board
- Earbuds / Headphones
- Gratuities
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
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
