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Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of D.C. Monuments Hidden Stories

New To The Site! Washington DC, USA

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90 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Instant confirmation
Offered in: English

Overview

Our smartphone-guided tour brings the real facts and stories behind the National Mall and monuments to life with the quality of a personal private tour crafted by DC locals. We've taken the same stops and sights we share with our friends and families beyond the monument and created an interactive web-based tour for you!

Read the stories behind the history and answer questions to reveal fun facts as you go. Purchase your tour and then navigate to our website to enter your access code and launch the tour. You can either start immediately or create an account and come back when you are ready to explore.

Please note that you and your group read the tour aloud to one another - there is no audio functionality at this time.

What's Included

  • Easy-to-use web interface
  • Family friendly stops and questions
  • 24/7 support by phone or email

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Independence Avenue Southwest
    Washington, DC 20024, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Lincoln Memorial Circle Northwest
    Washington, DC 2000, USA

    You will end in the Lincoln Memorial.

    What To Expect

    World War II Memorial

    Our tour starts on the Mall, at the World War II Memorial where we'll learn about the symbolism hidden within these hallowed grounds.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    17th Street Levee Closure

    Did you know that much Washington DC is build on reclaimed land and with the increasing threats of rising seas and flooding, there are small and large plans underway to preserve our national heritage.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lockkeeper's House

    This is one of the oldest structures on the National Mall - at one point a jail, a residence, an office, and now, a place to remember what DC looked like in the early 1800s.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Organization of American States Headquarters Building

    Washington is fill of the headquarters of various international organizations - this one is for countries in the Americas, with its own art museum next door!
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    General Jose Gervasio Artigas

    What is a South American general doing on the side of the street in DC? You'll never guess - but we'll tell you!
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Constitution Gardens

    We love the National Mall because of the diversity of things to do on it - for a more restful side of the city, Constitution Gardens and the lagoon here are a favorite place for tourists and White House staffers, alike.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Vietnam Women's Memorial

    Next-door to the Vietnam Veterans' Memorial, this forested statue honors the sacrifice that women made to the Vietnam War, from nursing overseas to enduring at home.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

    The site of protests, speeches, memorials, and incredible reflection, this is hallowed ground in DC. We'll tell you about some of the unsung stories of the Reflecting Pool.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lincoln Memorial

    One of the most recognizable buildings in the world holds more history than just the inscriptions on the wall - our final stop explores the legacy of Lincoln.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Smartphone-Guided Walking Tour of D.C. Monuments Hidden Stories?

    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). 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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    • Easy-to-use web interface
    • Family friendly stops and questions
    • 24/7 support by phone or email

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    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).

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