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Skip the Line @ Washington Monument & National Mall Walking Tour

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Our small-group walking tour includes tickets to the top of the Washington Monument, so you don't have to wait hours in line at 7am for same-day tickets!

Let us explain the history, symbolism, & stories behind the memorials on the National Mall! While encouraging reflection & respect, we keep the tour engaging & fun.

On this tour, we will explore

• Lincoln Memorial - see the famous statue, hear about our 16th President, see where MLK, Jr. stood to give the "I Have A Dream Speech."

• Reflecting Pool - where Forrest Gump ran through to see Jenny.

• Vietnam Veterans Memorial - hear the stories behind the wall of names of those killed and missing in action.

• Korean War Veterans Memorial - see the 19 statues representing servicemen.

• MLK Memorial - honor our Dr. King at the newest memorial on the Tidal Basin.

• WWII Memorial - find Kilroy hidden amongst the columns honoring the states and territories.

• White House - see the south lawn of the White House where Marine One lands.

What's Included

  • Entrance to 5 Memorials on a Guided Walking Tour (tours do not go inside the White House)
  • Ticket to the Washington Monument
  • Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Henry Bacon Drive Northwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA

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

End point

15th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20024, USA

Our tour ends at the Washington Monument, where your guide will assist you in joining the line to go to the top for a self-guided visit where you can spend as much time as you'd like.

What To Expect

Lincoln Memorial

It is the most iconic memorial in the country, dedicated in 1922, honoring the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln who occupies an almost mythic and revered place in the hearts of Americans everywhere.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lincoln Memorial

See the famous Reflecting Pool at the Lincoln Memorial as it stretches down the National Mall; seen in Forrest Gump and historic events such as Dr. King's I Have A Dream Speech.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

A quiet place designed for reflection, this memorial has over 58 thousand names of US casualties from this conflict etched into the black granite panels. Accommodating the wall is the Three Soliders Statue and a memorial to the female nurses who served.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Korean War Veterans Memorial

This memorial has a black granite wall reflecting 19 stainless steel statues representing the 38th months of the Korean War. This was not just an American effort, and this memorial honors all those United Nations countries.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Step off the National Mall to the Tidal Basin to visit one of the newer memorials dedicated to Martin Luther King, Jr.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

World War II Memorial

56 granite pillars surround the fountain in this majestic tribute to the greatest generation of Americans who came of age in a time of economic depression, and emerged from this conflict as heroes. Stroll around the grounds and you will learn about different aspects of the war from the perspective of the US which fought in both The Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Dedicated in 2004, this memorial is popular with visitors to DC.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

White House

See the south lawn of the White House, where the President's helicopter, Marine One, lands.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Washington Monument

555 Feet tall, this is the largest free standing masonry structure in the world! A monument to the first President and Father of the Country, George Washington. Since 1888 this monument has towered over DC and the surrounding country side.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip the Line @ Washington Monument & National Mall Walking 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 (EDT). 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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What's Included

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  • Entrance to 5 Memorials on a Guided Walking Tour (tours do not go inside the White House)
  • Ticket to the Washington Monument
  • Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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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 (EDT).

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