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Washington DC Day Trip from New York City

330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
Duration

11 to 13 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

On this New York to Washington DC tour, check out the nation’s capital in a day with all logistics, transport, and entrance fees included. Traveling by comfortable minivan or bus with a guide for commentary—another advantage over an independent trip—you'll view landmarks including the White House and Washington Monument. Plus, visit Arlington Cemetery and the National Smithsonian Air and Space Museum or National Museum of Natural History.

  • Experience the signature sights of Washington DC
  • See and learn about the US capital’s landmarks
  • See the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Capitol, and more
  • Visit Arlington Cemetery and a Smithsonian museum

What To Expect

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Departing from New York and heading south, pass through the states of New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland before arriving at Washington DC’s Capitol Hill. Here, your tour will start with a stop at Arlington Cemetery to visit JFK’s gravesite.

Next, head further into Washington to see the Capitol, Senate, and White House, the heart of the US government. Your tour then continues to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum before visiting the Washington, Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean Memorials for exploration and pictures.

Late in the afternoon, you’ll embark on a panoramic city tour before departing Washington for an early-evening arrival back in New York City.

Please Note: This tour is scheduled to stop in front of the White House, Capitol, and Senate for commentary and photo ops. However, please note that sometimes this is not possible due to security issues. In the event of this occurring, your tour will be adjusted accordingly.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arlington National Cemetery



Veterans of every American war from the Revolution to the country’s most recent conflicts are buried at Arlington, which was officially declared a military cemetery in 1864. Among the more than 260,000 dead are three unidentified service members, buried at the Tomb of the Unknowns, and John F. Kennedy, whose gravesite is marked by an eternal flame.
Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

U.S. Capitol



The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. The Senate and the House of Representatives have met here for more than two centuries. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored; today, it stands as a monument not only to its builders but also to the American people and their government.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

White House



One of America’s most recognizable historical and political symbols is also the home and office of the President of the United States.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Air and Space Museum



The most popular of the Smithsonian museums features the Wright Brothers’ 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis.
We will visit the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in the event that the air and Space museum is inaccessible.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Vietnam Veterans Memorial



This emotionally stirring memorial pays tribute to the men and women who served in one of America’s most controversial wars.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lincoln Memorial



“In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever.” Beneath these words, the 16th President of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Korean War Veterans Memorial



This memorial to Korean War veterans consists of the Pool of Remembrance and the triangular Field of Service depicting 19 soldiers on the field of combat.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
  • Depending on the rules on the day, sometimes a stop can be made for photographs from outside the fence
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Time at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum is approximately 1.5-hours
  • For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted - wifi and restrooms on full size buses only.
  • Infant seats available
  • Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
  • Children under the age of 2 are free, please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Due to security, there is no entry to the White House
  • Due to security a passport or U.S. ID will be required to enter Arlington Cemetery
  • Air and space Museum is currently under renovations - entrance is not guaranteed
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 54 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Professional tour guide
  • Transportation by 15-passenger van or a full-sized bus
  • Free Wi-Fi on bus only
  • Restroom on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to Arlington National cemetery (U.S. ID or Passport required) & Air and Space Museum
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Durations

11 to 13 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
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