🏨 Castle to Capitol: Museums of the National Mall Architecture Tour Activity

Castle to Capitol: Museums of the National Mall Architecture Tour

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From $48.00

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: Washington DC, Washington DC

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Hear the stories behind our best loved and little known Smithsonian museums!
Washington’s most famous and lesser known museums can be found on the East side of the National Mall, laid out between the Capitol Building and the Washington Monument. Called “America’s Attic,” the Smithsonian Institution is one of the largest museum organizations in the world, with 30 million annual visitors, 19 museums and over 140 million items in the collection. On this tour, explore how the Smithsonian Institution has helped shape the fabric of the National Mall since 1847. Please note, this tour is mostly outdoors, plus a visit inside of the Smithsonian Castle.

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What's Included

Local guide

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Traveler Information

CHILD: Age: 1 - 16
ADULT: Age: 17 - 99

Additional Info

Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, an alternative or full refund will be provided.
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers

What To Expect

Smithsonian Institution Building

Your tour begins outside the Smithsonian Castle, the headquarters of the largest museum complex in the world!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Smithsonian Arts + Industries Building

We'll discuss the beautiful and unique design of this second home of the Smithsonian Institution.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden

Our spaceship on the National Mall.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Air and Space Museum

The second most popular museum in the world!

• Admission Ticket Free

National Gallery of Art

We'll examine the stark contrast between the Neoclassical West building and Modern East building of the National Gallery of Art.

• Admission Ticket Free

National Museum of the American Indian

Meant to look sculpted by the wind and water, this beautiful building has a tumultuous past.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

United States Botanic Garden

A hidden gem among museums along the National Mall!

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bartholdi Park

A secret spot off the National Mall with a historic and beautiful fountain, sculpted by someone unexpected!

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Capitol Hill

We'll wrap up at the foot of Capitol Hill, with breathtaking views of the US Capitol and the National Mall!

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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