Castle to Capitol: Museums of the National Mall Architecture Tour
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From $48.00
7 reviews (4.43)
Price varies by group size
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Duration: 2 hours
Departs: Washington DC, Washington DC
Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Free cancellation
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
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Smithsonian Arts + Industries Building
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Air and Space Museum
• Admission Ticket Free
National Gallery of Art
• Admission Ticket Free
National Museum of the American Indian
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
United States Botanic Garden
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bartholdi Park
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Capitol Hill
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Reviews
I've recently gotten interested in architecture and decided to take the "Castle to Capitol" tour while I was in town for work. Absolutely fantastic. Can't wait to do another tour they offer.
The "Castle to Capitol" tour tells the story of the birth and evolution of the Smithsonian Institute through the design and architecture of several of their most prominent buildings. Intriguing, often funny, history told through a leisurely stroll down the mall.
Great for all ages. I would say 12 and up would get the most out of it, but it's enough moving around to keep the younger ones from melting down.
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