Guided tour

DC at Night: Historical Highlights of the National Mall

Activity provider: Babylon Tours DC
Guided tour

DC at Night: Historical Highlights of the National Mall

Activity provider: Babylon Tours DC

From US$ 83.74 per person

This 2.5 hour walking tour through Washington DC’s most popular sites will introduce you to the wars and presidents that have helped shape the United States. Explore the city at night when the monuments are illuminated to perfection.

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Duration 2 - 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Enjoy a guided highlights tour with a personal touch
  • See Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument floodlit at night
  • Experience the White House exterior illuminated at night
  • Visit war memorials
Full description
Get to know Washington DC at night through its collection of iconic outdoor monuments on a tour with an energetic local guide. Explore the city after sunset, when the buildings are illuminated brilliantly. Spend 2.5 hours browsing the most important national memorials of the United States capital and understand their place in the country’s history. As well as exploring DC’s rich history, see the monuments and memorials of the National Mall that feature figures like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Your local guide will share stories about the major players and events in American history that have earned memorials on the Mall and the mysterious symbolism built into these structures. Revisit memorials to World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam. Highlights include the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial, the Washington Monument, the Korean Veteran's Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and the White House. You will be treated to many photo opportunities along the way, so keep your camera handy.
Includes
  • Professional guide
  • 2.5-hour walking tour at night
  • Private or small group group tour of no more than 8 people
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Food and drinks
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair users must book the private tour option with a group of up to 8 and a minimum of 2 guests
  • For small group tour options, minimum numbers apply. The tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. If the minimum number is not met, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
  • No large bags or suitcases are allowed on this tour
  • Due to increased security measures at many attractions, some can not be visited inside
Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 17 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
    5/5

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Our guide was absolutely fantastic. Both my parents and my tween/teen kids really enjoyed this tour. My 12-year-old daughter said, “I was really moved!”

January 12, 2023

Anna Marie was knowledgeable and interesting. The sites were absolutely beautiful. I would recommend to anyone wanting to get a great orientation of the area.

January 5, 2023

This was a great experience. I highly recommend getting Jalisa as a tour guide. She was fun and extremely knowledgeable.

November 18, 2022

Product ID: 128016