Washington DC Monuments & American History Guided E-Cart Tour
Overview
This tour offers a detailed introduction to U.S. history and Washington D.C.’s famous monuments, guided by expert Washingtonian storytellers. We love sharing unique, little-known facts that you won’t find on the internet or in books. You can ask your questions and learn more while taking advantage of this group tour with an expert guide. Our tours are designed to be fun for all ages, with patient and friendly guides who make everyone feel welcome. During the 2-hour experience, you’ll enjoy stops at the most popular memorials and the White House, where we’ll showcase our photography skills to help capture unforgettable memories. This is a group E-cart tour, depending on time and availability it can be classic looking or modern looking electric cart.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Receive a detailed introduction to U.S. history and Washington D.C.’s famous monuments
- 2-Hour Day or Night Monuments & History Guided E-Cart Tour
- Transportation electric cart for unique sightseeing experience
- Enjoy stops outside popular memorials and points of interest such as the White House
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Capitol Hill is the seat of the U.S. government, home to the domed United States Capitol, Senate, Houses of Representatives and the neoclassical Supreme Court. It’s also known for the redbrick Eastern Market, where vendors sell produce, meat and cheese throughout the week, and handicrafts and antiques on weekends.
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The National Gallery of Art, founded as a gift to the nation, serves as a center of visual art, education, and culture. Our collection of more than 150,000 paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photographs, prints, and drawings spans the history of Western art and showcases some of the triumphs of human creativity.
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Stop 3
he National Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum administered by the Smithsonian Institution, located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It has free admission and is open 364 days a year.
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Stop 4
The National Museum of African American History and Culture, colloquially known as the Blacksonian, is a Smithsonian Institution museum located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in the United States. It was established in 2003 and opened its permanent home in 2016 with a ceremony led by President Barack Obama.
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Stop 5
The National Monument stands as the tallest structure in Washington, D.C. Shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, it is 555' 5/8” high and made of marble, granite, and bluestone gneiss, it took 36 years to complete. From the top viewers enjoy 30 to 40 miles visibility in clear weather.
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Stop 6
The Jefferson Memorial is a national memorial in Washington, D.C., built in honor of Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the United States Declaration of Independence, a central intellectual force behind the American Revolution, a founder of the Democratic-Republican Party, and the nation's third president.
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Stop 7
The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is a presidential memorial in Washington D.C., dedicated to the memory of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd president of the United States, and to the era he represents. The memorial is one of two in Washington honoring Roosevelt.
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Stop 8
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is a national memorial located in West Potomac Park next to the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States. It covers four acres and includes the Stone of Hope, a granite statue of civil rights movement leader Martin Luther King Jr. carved by sculptor Lei Yixin
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Stop 9
The memorial is surrounded by 36 fluted Doric columns, one for each of the 36 states in the Union at the time of Lincoln's death. When you walk up the steps, two additional columns are located at the entrance behind the colonnade. These columns are 44 feet tall with a base diameter of seven feet and five inches.
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Stop 10
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial, commonly called the Vietnam Memorial, is a U.S. national memorial in Washington, D.C., honoring service members of the U.S. armed forces who served in the Vietnam War.
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Stop 11
The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located in Washington, D.C.'s West Potomac Park, southeast of the Lincoln Memorial and just south of the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. It memorializes those who served in the Korean War. The national memorial was dedicated in 1995.
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Stop 12
The Albert Einstein Memorial is a monumental bronze statue by sculptor Robert Berks, depicting Albert Einstein seated with manuscript papers in hand
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Stop 13
The White House is the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States. Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., it has served as the residence of every U.S. president since John Adams in 1800 when the national capital was moved from Philadelphia
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
The meeting location is 333 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001. Tours start in front of the Arlo Hotel/Arrels DC Restaurant.
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End Point
The meeting location is 333 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001. Tours start in front of the Arlo Hotel/Arrels DC Restaurant.
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Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vehicle type may be adjusted due to weather or safety conditions.
- For safety and accessibility reasons, strollers and walkers are not permitted on this tour
- Kindly note that access to some memorials may be limited at times due to special events or security requirements.
- This tour/activity may have a maximum of up to 14 travelers.
- Minimum Age Requirement – No Exceptions. For the safety of all guests, all participants must be at least 5 years of age to join our tours. Our open-air vintage golf carts are not equipped with approved child restraint systems and are not designed to safely accommodate infants or young children. Due to these safety limitations, children under the age of 5 are not permitted under any circumstances, including situations where a car seat or booster seat is provided. This policy is strictly enforced for the safety of your family, our drivers, and all other guests. Guests who arrive with children under the minimum age will not be permitted to participate, and no refunds, rescheduling, or credits will be issued. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.
- Assumption of Risk & Compliance: Participation in this open-air vehicle tour involves inherent risks (e.g., sudden stops, turns, traffic, weather). By participating, you voluntarily assume all risks for yourself and any minor in your party who meets the age requirement. You certify that all participants meet the minimum age requirement; failure to comply will result in denial of service without refund, rescheduling, or credit.
- Release of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, you agree to release and hold harmless the company, its owners, employees, and contractors from any claims or damages arising from participation, including failure to follow policies. Age Requirement: All participants must be at least 5 years old—children under 5 are strictly prohibited and will NOT be allowed under any circumstances. This is a firm no-exceptions policy, and any group arriving with a child under 5 will be required to leave.
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Special Instructions
The meeting location is 333 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001. Tours start in front of the Arlo Hotel/Arrels DC Restaurant.
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