Washington Mall and monuments tour by electric car
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Join this small group tour of the National Mall on board an all-electric car — perfect for covering the huge area and many monuments in DC. A local guide will provide insightful commentary on landmarks such as the White House, Capitol Building, and Smithsonian.The journey begins at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Here, your guide will delve into the city’s origins and give you some tips for exploring the city on your own. The route then winds through the Smithsonian area, with your guide highlighting the most noteworthy exhibits in each museum.Continuing on, you'll drive past the Washington Monument, Holocaust Museum, and Bureau of Engraving and Printing en route to the Tidal Basin. Here, the guide will share stories behind this watery oasis and the Jefferson Memorial.The tour also includes two stops where you can hop out and explore independently: the FDR and MLK memorials, as well as the Lincoln Memorial. With tips and insider information from your guide, you'll have the opportunity to spend some time inside these memorials.
Highlights
- You'll explore Washington DC's landmarks in a comfortable all-electric vehicle
- There's commentary from a local guide about the city's history and monuments
- You can enjoy stops with time to explore the FDR, MLK, and Lincoln memorials
- You'll take in views of the White House, Capitol Hill, and Smithsonian museums
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Transportation
- Local guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
Where you'll meet
Meet your guide outside the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, across the street from the F St entrance to the National Building Museum. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.
Operated by
Urban Adventures
Important information
Accessibility:
* Folding wheelchairs can be accommodated for guests who can transfer into the cart on their own or with assistance
Not allowed:
* Children are not permitted to sit on their parent's laps
Know in advance:
* You will be in a group with a maximum of 7 guests per vehicle
* This is a child-friendly tour, however, please note that all children will be charged at full adult rate due to limited seating
* Tours can accommodate most types of infant seats and you are encouraged to bring your own. The local partner can provide an infant seat if needed, provided you contact them at least 48 hours before the tour. You'll find the contact details in your voucher after booking
* The itinerary and the order of stops are subject to change at any time
* This tour runs year-round and goes ahead rain or shine—even in cold weather—unless conditions are dangerous. Cancellation decisions may be made at the meeting point, and we may delay up to 30 minutes for weather to improve. Please arrive as scheduled, dress appropriately for the weather, and check your messages for any updates
* Since the electric carts are not heated and are open to the environment, please wear layers of clothing during colder months
* Each electric cart accommodates up to 7 travellers, and multiple carts may operate per departure. Groups may be split across carts when required. Vehicles include two rear-facing seats, with seating assigned on a first-come, first-served basis at the meeting point. While guides will do their best to accommodate seating preferences, including requests for rear-facing seats, specific seat assignments cannot be guaranteed