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DC National Archives + National Portrait Gallery - Exclusive Tour

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Washington DC, USA
  • 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Learn about America’s history on a half-day private tour of the National Archives and National Portrait Gallery. Peruse the Archives and get a closer look at some of the nation’s most important original documents like the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Listen to your guide recount the history of D.C., from a swamp to the capital of the United States of America.
  • Take a private tour of the National Archives
  • Discover America’s history and see original documents like the Constitution
  • Stroll through the National Portrait Museum and learn about America's most iconic leaders
  • Enjoy a personalized experience on this private tour

What's Included

  • Guided Walking Tour & Museum Tour
  • Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
  • Duration 5.5 Hours (Including Lunch Break)
  • Private Transportation Included Between Tour Locations If Necessary
  • Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
  • Skip The Line Entry to National Archives
  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • National Archives Museum
    701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, USA

    Meet your guide on the corner of 9th Street NW and Constitution Ave.

End point

  • National Portrait Gallery
    8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

1

National Portrait Gallery

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

2

The National Archives Museum

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • 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.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 31 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great tour

Nathan_T, Jun 2023
Brenda was a great tour guide that was able to answer all the questions and tell interesting stories.

Wonderful tour and guide

David_H, May 2019
We felt very fortunate to have invested in this tour; Donna, our tour guide, knew these buildings well, as well as her American History, and patiently paced us through the best of the exhibits, taking time where it was needed. Highly recommended!

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 16 days in advance.

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