National Archives + National Portrait Gallery - Exclusive Tour
Overview
Discover the United States’ turbulent history through works preserved in the National Archives before exploring the faces behind the history. This Exclusive, 5 to 5.5-hour Exclusive guided combo tour, is best way to understand the who and the what of the United States! Your guide will show you the documents and the people that have defined this country. This tour has the heroes and villains of history, culture, progress, and art of the USA.
Highlights often include (but are not limited to):
-The original Declaration of Independence
-The Constitution
-The Bill of Rights
-1297 Magna Carta
-Presidential Portraits
-20th Century American
-Obama Portraits
-Pocahontas Portrait
-Conservation Labs
-Works by Mary Cassatt, Edward Hopper, Andy Warhol, and Norman Rockwell
What's Included
- Private Transportation Included Between Tour Locations If Necessary
- Duration 5.5 Hours (Including Lunch Break)
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Skip The Line Entry to National Archives
- Guided Walking Tour & Museum Tour
- Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Meeting Location
Constitution Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20408, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
8th St NW & G St NW
Washington, DC 20001, USA
What To Expect
National Portrait Gallery
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
The National Archives Museum
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: National Archives and other attractions or museums may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the National Archives + National Portrait Gallery – Exclusive 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
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Washington 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 (EDT).
- Private Transportation Included Between Tour Locations If Necessary.
- Duration 5.5 Hours (Including Lunch Break).
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine.
- Skip The Line Entry to National Archives.
- Guided Walking Tour & Museum Tour.
- Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option).
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi).
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional).
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 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the National Archives + National Portrait Gallery - Exclusive Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for National Archives + National Portrait Gallery - Exclusive Tour 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
- Private Transportation Included Between Tour Locations If Necessary
- Duration 5.5 Hours (Including Lunch Break)
- Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
- Skip The Line Entry to National Archives
- Guided Walking Tour & Museum Tour
- Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: National Archives and other attractions or museums may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
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