Washington DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
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Washington DC, USA
- 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Beat the crowds—and enjoy a flexible and independent way to explore Washington DC’s top landmarks—with this private self-guided audio walking tour. Download and activate the tour to use whenever suits your schedule. The GPS map, available offline, guides you to highlights like the Lincoln Memorial, White House, and Washington Monument, while the audio commentary brings the sights to life.
- This private self-led walking tour lets you explore the capital at your own pace
- Discover many of Washington DC’s top landmarks, all in a single tour
- Once downloaded to your phone, this audio tour is valid forever
- Beat the crowds, and enjoy a less busy way to tour the city
What's Included
- This tour is NOT a ticket to any attraction or site
- This is a GPS-powered, self-guided audio tour that works through an app
- NO in-person guide or physical equipment (bring your own device & headphones)
- Pre-recorded audio commentary (downloadable or streamable)
- Offline GPS-enabled route map
- Suggested walking/driving itinerary with stop-by-stop directions
- Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)
- Text transcripts of audio narration & Self-paced format (start/pause/resume anytime)
- Entrance fees, in-person guide, headphones, transport, parking, food,Wi-Fi or cellular data, rentals
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1425 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Start at 1425 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC. Walk toward the White House to see historic buildings on both sides. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses, so their staff won’t have tour info. The audio starts automatically as you pass. Check your email/text for details.
End point
- Supreme Court of the United States1 First St NE, Washington, DC 20543, USA
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
- 27/07/2020 - 26/05/2027
Monday - Sunday : 6:00 am - 9:00 pm
Itinerary
1
The Woodward Building Apartments
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Albert Gallatin Statue (Fraser)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
The White House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Eisenhower Executive Office Building
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Constitution Gardens
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
World War II Memorial Information
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
7
The National Mall
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
8
Lincoln Memorial
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
9
Korean War Veterans Memorial
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
10
US House of Representatives
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
11
Washington Monument
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
12
National Gallery of Art
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
13
Supreme Court of the United States
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
14
United States Capitol
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
- New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
- For the best experience, bring headphones/earbuds for your walking tour.
- The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
- Your password can be used on the same number of devices as travelers booked. Enter the same password on each device.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
4.5
based on 16 reviews
PAUL_F, Apr 2026
Lots of walking, could not follow the route because of construction around the White House. Narrative points out many buildings, only a few monuments, wish there was more narrative with information.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Paul, I’m sorry to hear about your experience. I can’t control construction but I’m happy to report that only the first few stories would have been affected (and can be played manually when standing to the side of the construction). The other good news is that the tour is valid forever, so you can revisit and explore any sections you may have missed. I’d also love to understand which monuments you’d like to have added—was there anything specific? Your input is valuable and helps me improve the experience. Please feel free to reach out—I’m available daily from 9 AM to 6 PM EST.
Kendra_A, Oct 2025
Very enjoyable walking tour that was very comprehensive of the sites in the area. Instructions were easy to follow. Many sites were closed with the government shutdown, but we still got the information about them as we walked by. We spent about 3.5 hours with a bit of time to stop at the various memorials. Could take all day if you spend more time at the sites.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Kendra, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my Washington DC Monuments Self-Guided Audio Tour and found it comprehensive and easy to follow! It’s great that you were still able to explore and learn about the sites even with the government shutdown closures. That’s one of the perks of the self-guided format — you can take your time and still experience the whole story. I really appreciate your thoughtful feedback. If you plan to return to Washington, I invite you to explore my other tours, such as those to North Cascades National Park, Mt. Rainier, and Olympic National Park. Happy travels!
Karen_S, May 2025
It was convenient for a quick visit. I found getting the information downloaded a bit confusing. The QR codes do absolutely nothing. Instead you have to wade through the onslaught of emails to find a password. Why not have the QR code just take you directly to the tour?
Response from Host, May 2025
Karen, I’m glad the tour helped you explore at your own pace, and I appreciate you bringing the confusion around setup to my attention. I’ve disabled the QR code since it wasn’t displaying anything useful. Instead, all crucial instructions are sent separately via text and email, and it’s essential to follow those to get started smoothly. Thank you again for your feedback—I'm always available from 9 to 6 if you need help or would like to try another tour.
Janice_J, Apr 2024
We honestly did not get a chance to explore much on our own (we booked too many tours), but the bit we did listen to was great. I probably would have preferred doing the self guided.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
It sounds like you had a packed schedule, Janice, but I'm thrilled you enjoyed the parts of the Washington DC Monuments tour you experienced! Good news: your purchase comes with a full year's access, so you have plenty of time to return and explore at your leisure. Whether you dive deeper into DC's history or want to enjoy a more relaxed pace next time, the tour will be waiting for you, ready to enrich your journey with fascinating stories and insights. We are looking forward to having you back for the whole experience!
Jilla_W, Mar 2024
Self guided audio tour was great. Wish we had more time to do all the things. Highly recommend for those wanting to go at their own pace
Response from Host, Apr 2024
I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Washington, DC Monuments tour, Jilla! If you're eager to discover more at your own pace, our collection of 100+ Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tours by Action offers a wide range of adventures, covering historic sites, natural wonders, and much more. Dive into stories and places at your leisure. You can easily find these tours where you booked your DC Monuments adventure. We're excited for you to explore more with us!
Garry_S, Dec 2023
Tour guide has a Good overall in-depth understanding of all the memorials. Van was comfortable and clean.
Response from Host, Dec 2023
Garry, I'm pleased you found my Washington DC Monuments Audio Tour exciting and informative! It's great to know that the depth of knowledge shared in the tour enhanced your experience. Nonetheless, if you're looking forward to more self-guided adventures, don’t forget to check out my Action+ Tour Bundle for over 100 more self-guided tours.
Michael_B, Apr 2023
Enjoyed the audio tour and allowed us to go at our own pace. Wish Vietnam memorial was a primary stop on the tour. Don’t think it should be excluded from the main walk. Pretty important monument
Response from Host, Apr 2023
Thank you so much Michael! That flexibility is one of the best features of my self-guided tour. The Vietnam Memorial is currently an optional detour in the tour (because of a change to the route where people were getting confused). But I’ll keep your suggestion in mind! If you plan to travel more, you may like my Action+ Tour Bundle (it has all of my self-guided tours, over 100).
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