Castle to Capitol: Museums of the National Mall Architecture Tour
Washington, United States
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Overview
Take a stroll along America’s ‘front yard’ during this guided, small-group walking tour of the museums of the National Mall in Washington, DC. Go on a walk on the east side of the National Mall, between the United States Capitol Building and the Washington Monument, with a historian guide, and learn about the design and stories behind each museum. This tour also includes admission to the Smithsonian Castle.
- Explore Washington DC’s National Mall
- Visit the Smithsonian Castle with included admission
- Focus on the architectural and design elements of these famous museums
- Educational and fun for the entire family
- Small group ensure a personal experience
What's Included
- Local guide
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- Smithsonian Castle1000 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560, USA
Meet your guide outside the Smithsonian Castle near the main entrance.
End point
- Capitol HillCapitol Hill, Washington, DC 20004, USA
We'll finish up on the West Lawn of the US Capitol for a beautiful view of the building and National Mall.
What To Expect
Visit the Smithsonian Institution and some of America’s most famous museums — focusing on their architectural elements — on this National Mall walking tour in Washington, DC.
Most of Washington's best-loved and frequently visited museums can be found on the east side of the National Mall, located between the United States Capitol building and the Washington Monument.
The tour begins at the Smithsonian Castle and Garden. The Smithsonian Institution, also known as ‘America's Attic,’ is one of the largest museum organizations in the world — boasting 30 million annual visitors, 19 museums and more than 140 million items in its vast collection. Explore how the Smithsonian has helped to shape the fabric of the National Mall, from its beginnings in 1847 until today.
In addition to the Smithsonian Castle and Garden, see the James V. Forrestal Building (also known as the Department of Energy), the Arts and Industries Building, the Hirshhorn Museum, the National Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery of Art (from a distance), the National Museum of the American Indian, the United States Botanic Garden and the United States Capitol building.
The tour concludes on the west lawn of the US Capitol building.
Most of Washington's best-loved and frequently visited museums can be found on the east side of the National Mall, located between the United States Capitol building and the Washington Monument.
The tour begins at the Smithsonian Castle and Garden. The Smithsonian Institution, also known as ‘America's Attic,’ is one of the largest museum organizations in the world — boasting 30 million annual visitors, 19 museums and more than 140 million items in its vast collection. Explore how the Smithsonian has helped to shape the fabric of the National Mall, from its beginnings in 1847 until today.
In addition to the Smithsonian Castle and Garden, see the James V. Forrestal Building (also known as the Department of Energy), the Arts and Industries Building, the Hirshhorn Museum, the National Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery of Art (from a distance), the National Museum of the American Indian, the United States Botanic Garden and the United States Capitol building.
The tour concludes on the west lawn of the US Capitol building.
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 (Pass By)
National Gallery of Art (Pass By)
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
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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.
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- 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.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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