4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Sedan
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Washington DC, USA
4 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Get a first class private tour with our professional chauffeurs, past major landmarks on this tour of Washington DC. Gaze at floodlit memorials and monuments, such as the magnificent Lincoln Memorial and the glow of the Jefferson Memorial reflected in the Tidal Basin. After this 4-hour sightseeing tour, you’ll understand why the nation’s capital is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities at night. Washington DC night tour by state-of-the-art luxury 5-passenger SUV Admire Washington DC’s major attractions and monuments floodlit at night Professional chauffeur will stop at each landmark so you can walk through each attraction.
Kindly be aware that this is a sightseeing tour designed to take you to a preset Monuments tour of your choice. Your driver will facilitate transportation to each landmark and await your return. Drivers are not professional tour guides and are not qualified to provide historical commentary.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
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Pickup details
We can pick up from any location within 2 miles of the White House at no extra charge. However, any pickups and drop-offs outside of the 2-mile radius will incur travel time charges.
What To Expect
Arlington National Cemetery
Visit Famous Gravesites: Among the notable Americans buried here are Presidents William Howard Taft and John F. Kennedy, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Robert Kennedy.See the Monuments and Memorials: Among dozens of memorials on the property are the Coast Guard Memorial, the Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial, Spanish-American War Memorial, the USS Maine Memorial and many more.Attend a Special Event: Memorial services are held in the Arlington National Amphitheater on Easter, Memorial Day and Veterans Day and are sponsored by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington. Many military organizations conduct other annual memorial services throughout the year. More than four million people visit the cemetery each year and approximately 27-30 graveside funerals are held here each day.Visit the Women in Military Service for America Memorial: This is the main entrance, also known as the Memorial Gate, and houses a visitors center which houses special exhibits that change periodically.Watch the Changing of the Guard: The Tomb of the Unknowns, also known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, stands on a hill overlooking Washington, DC. The tomb was dedicated in 1921 and contains the remains of soldiers from WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. The tomb is guarded 24 hours a day and each hour (each half-hour in summer) there is a changing of the guard ceremony with a special march and salute.Tour Arlington House: The former home of Robert E. Lee and his family is located on a hill, providing one of the best views of Washington, DC. George Washington Parke Custis, Lee’s father-in-law, originally built the house as his own home as well as a memorial to George Washington, his step-grandfather. Arlington House is now preserved as a memorial to Robert E. Lee, who helped heal the nation following the Civil War. Arlington House is temporarily closed through the fall of 2019. Visitors are encouraged to visit the Arlington House temporary Visitor Center currently located in the Women's Memorial.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial
The base of the memorial is made of Swedish granite. Written in gold are the names and dates of Marine Corps engagements since the founding of the organization and the inscription:IN HONOR AND MEMORYOF THE MEN OF THEUNITED STATES MARINE CORPSWHO HAVE GIVENTHEIR LIVES TO THEIR COUNTRYSINCE 10 NOVEMBER 1775U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial facts and figures:The figures in the sculpture stand 32 feet tall.The post that the figures are raising is 60 feet tall.The memorial is about 78 feet tall.The M-I rifle carried by two of the figures is 16 feet long.The carbine carried by the figures is 12 feet long.The canteen would hold 32 gallons of water.The statue was entirely paid for with funds from the U.S. Marines, friends of the Marine Corps, and members of the Naval Service; the total coast was $850,000.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Air Force Memorial
The design of the U.S. Air Force Memorial symbolizes flight and the flying spirit with three stainless steel spires that soar 270 feet high (402 feet above sea level) and represent contrails of the Air Force Thunderbirds as they disperse in a "bomb burst" maneuver. The U.S. Air Force "star" is embedded in granite beneath the spires. The memorial also has a paved Runway to Glory at the entrance, an 8-foot-tall bronze Honor Guard statue, two granite inscription walls, and a Glass Contemplation Wall for visitors to pay tribute to fallen Air Force service members.The U.S. Air Force Memorial was designed by James Ingo Freed, the internationally renowned architect who also designed the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. The project was funded almost entirely by private contributions totaling more than $30 million.A gift shop is in the Administrative Office at the north end of the memorial in the same building as the restrooms. The gift shop is open Monday through Friday, except on federal holidays.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
U.S. Capitol (Pass By)
The U.S. Capitol Building, the meeting chambers for the Senate and the House of Representatives, is one of the most recognizable historic buildings in Washington, DC, located at the opposite end of the National Mall from the Washington Monument. It is a prominent landmark and an impressive example of 19th-century neoclassical architecture. The Capitol Dome was completely restored in 2015-2016, fixing more than 1000 cracks and giving the structure a beautiful polished appearance.With 540 rooms divided among five levels, the U.S. Capitol is a massive structure. The ground floor is allocated to congressional offices. The second floor holds the chambers of the House of Representatives in the south wing and the Senate in the north wing. Under the dome in the center of the Capitol Building is the Rotunda, a circular space that serves as a gallery of paintings and sculpture of American historical figures and events. The third floor is where visitors can watch the proceedings of Congress when in session.
Library of Congress
The “Library of Congress Experience” opened in 2008, featuring a series of ongoing exhibitions and dozens of interactive kiosks offering visitors unique historical and cultural treasures brought to life through cutting-edge interactive technology. The Library of Congress Experience incorporates the "Exploring the Early Americas" exhibition which tells the story of the Americas before the time of Columbus, as well as the period of contact, conquest and their aftermath. It features unique objects from the Library's Jay Kislak Collection, as well as Martin Waldseemüller's 1507 Map of the World, the first document to use the word "America." All exhibits are free and open to the public.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
White House
Visitors from around the world come to Washington, DC to tour the White House, the home, and office of the U.S. President. Built between 1792 and 1800, the White House is one of the oldest public buildings in the nation's capital and serves as a museum of American history. George Washington selected the site for the White House in 1791 and chose the design submitted by Irish-born architect James Hoban. The historic structure has been expanded and renovated many times throughout history. There are 132 rooms on 6 levels.The decor includes a collection of fine and decorative arts, such as historic paintings, sculpture, furniture, and China.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Washington Monument (Pass By)
The Washington Monument, a memorial to George Washington, our nation's first president, is the most prominent landmark in Washington, DC and stands as the centerpiece of the National Mall. It is the tallest structure in Washington, DC and measures 555 feet 5 1/8 inches high. Fifty flags surround the base of the Washington Monument symbolizing the 50 states of America. An elevator takes visitors to the top to see a spectacular view of Washington, DC including unique perspectives of the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, and the Capitol Building.Sylvan Theater, an outdoor amphitheater located near the base of the Washington Monument, is a popular venue for a wide range of events including free concerts and live theatrical performances, commemorative ceremonies, rallies and protests.
National World War II Memorial
The World War II Memorial, located on the National Mall in Washington DC, is a beautiful place to visit and pay your respects to World War II veterans. The memorial opened to the public on April 29, 2004 and is operated by the National Park Service. The Memorial is an oval shape with two 43-foot arches, representing the war's Atlantic and Pacific theaters. Fifty-six pillars represent the states, territories and the District of Columbia at the time of the World War II. Two sculpted bronze wreaths adorn each pillar.The bases of granite and bronze are adorned with the military service seals of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Army Air Forces, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine. Small fountains sit at the bases of the two arches. Waterfalls surround a wall of 4,000 gold stars, each one represents 100 U.S. deaths in the war. More than two-thirds of the memorial consists of grass, plants and water. A circular garden, called the "Circle of Remembrance," is enclosed by a two-foot-high stone wall.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jefferson Memorial
The Jefferson Memorial in Washington, DC is a dome-shaped rotunda that honors our third president, Thomas Jefferson. A 19-foot bronze statue of Jefferson is surrounded by passages from the Declaration of Independence and Jefferson’s other writings. The Jefferson Memorial is one of the most popular attractions in the nation's capital and is located on the Tidal Basin, surrounded by a grove of trees making it especially beautiful during Cherry Blossom season in the spring. From the top steps of the memorial, you can see one of the best views of the White House.During the warmer months of the year, you may rent a paddle boat to really enjoy the scenery.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
The FDR Memorial is one of Washington DC's top attractions and honors Franklin D. Roosevelt for leading the United States through the Great Depression and World War II. This impressive park-like memorial is spread over 7.5 acres and features four outdoor gallery rooms depicting the 12 years of FDR’s presidency.FDR was the only president to be elected four times. The memorial includes ten bronze sculptures of President Roosevelt and his wife Eleanor Roosevelt featuring waterfalls and giant stones engraved with famous quotations relating to issues from the Great Depression to World War II, such as “The only thing we have to fear, is fear itself.” FDR was the only president to ever have a handicap. He suffered from polio and sat in a wheelchair. The FDR memorial is the first monument designed to be wheelchair accessible.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial pays tribute to those who served in the Vietnam War and is one of the most visited attractions in Washington DC. The memorial is a black granite wall inscribed with the names of 58,286 American’s killed or missing in the Vietnam conflict. The veterans names are listed in chronological order of when the casualty occurred and an alphabetical directory helps visitors locate names. Park rangers and volunteers provide educational programs and special events at the memorial.A life-size bronze statue depicting three young servicemen is located near the Vietnam Memorial Wall. Also nearby, is the Vietnam Women’s Memorial, a sculpture of two women in uniform tending to the wounds of a male soldier while a third woman kneels nearby. Visitors often leave flowers, medals, letters and photos in front of the memorials. The National Park Service collects these offerings and many are displayed at the Smithsonian Museum of American History.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lincoln Memorial
Take your time and marvel over the inspiring inscriptions and remarkable architectural details. Attend a Ranger program and learn about Abraham Lincoln's history and legacy.Be sure to stand at the top of the steps of the Memorial and enjoy the view looking across the Reflecting Pool and the National Mall.Visit early in the morning or after dark when the Memorial is less crowded. At night, the impressive structure is beautiful when it is illuminated.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Veterans StatuesThe memorial features 19 larger-than-life-sized statues, designed by Frank Gaylord, dressed in full combat gear. They represent members of all of the branches of the armed forces: the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force.Mural WallThe black granite mural wall, designed by Louis Nelson of New York, consists of 41 panels extending 164 feet. The mural depicts Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard personnel and their equipment. When viewed from a distance, the etchings create the appearance of the mountain ranges of Korea.The Pool of RemembranceThe Memorial has a reflective pool that encircles the mural wall. The pool is intended is to encourage visitors to view the Memorial and reflect on the human cost of war. Inscriptions on granite blocks at the east end of the monument list the numbers of soldiers who were killed, wounded, held as prisoners of war and missing in action. Unfortunately, most visitors don't see the casualty figures as they are not prominently in view.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any eating, smoking, consuming alcohol is prohibited while inside the vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Sedan?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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What is the cancellation policy for the 4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Sedan?
A:Apr 2025
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 (EDT).
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What's included in the price?
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Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Bottled water.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
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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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
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Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the 4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Sedan is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 4 Hours Private Chauffeured DC Sight Seeing Tour / SUV & Sedan will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Washington 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 2024What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any eating, smoking, consuming alcohol is prohibited while inside the vehicle.
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