Steve B.United States
This tour was everything we hoped it would be. Our guide Tom was knowledgeable, amenable and thoroughly engaging. We learned a lot and would highly recommend him.
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Private tour in Washington DC Tom S
Half Day Washington Monuments Tour
5.0
(61) reviews
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4 hours
30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-6 people
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Tom S.
5.0
Guide rating
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I provide specialized insight while arranging customer entry to attractions, military bases, and clubs not normally accessible to the general public. As an eighteen-year resident of the National Capital Region I have studied the history of the area, visited each of its important sites, and discovered extraordinary exhibits, archives, and artifacts not widely known to the public. I'm a twenty-year veteran Navy Officer and graduate of the Marine Corps Command and Staff College. I'm now in my sixth year as a full-time professional guide. I live in Old Town Alexandria, VA with my two pre-teen children. - I have received both doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination - Twenty year Navy Officer - MA Military Studies, Marine Corps Command and Staff College, Quantico, VA, June 2011 - Licensed Tour Guide, District of Columbia - Memberships: DC Guild of Professional Tour Guides Piazza Society, Mt Vernon Ladies Association Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association Association of the United States Army Association of the United States Navy United States Naval Institute Marine Corps University Foundation Visit Alexandria Friends of Carlyle House Gadsby's Tavern Museum Society
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Experience the National Mall by Private Car
Overview of your Washington Dc tour
Via private SUV with your own guide, get up close to all of Washington's monuments on this half-day tour while minimizing your walking. Discover the Lincoln, Vietnam War, Korean War, FDR, WWII, MLK, Washington, and Jefferson Memorials. Early morning or early evening is recommended to optimize your experience though any time of day that you prefer is available. Includes a spectacular view of the city from the Washington Monument's observation deck!
Recent Reviews
Michael A.United States
Tom is great! I would definitely recommend to friends and family.
Tracy F.United States
Tom was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and easy going. We thoroughly enjoyed the day.
Rhonda P.United States
A group of 10+ of us all have the same sentiments that Tom was WONDEFUL.. It was so nice to have him for all 3 tours. This allowed us to get to know him better and vice versa. He was very knowledgeable about everything we saw and asked questions about. We appreciated the fact that he told us the high points but didn’t drone on about them. In doing so, he held our attention, and we were more engaged. We would use him again… 5 star.
Sue W.United States
This tour was the second one we took with Tom as our tour guide. Again, Tom proved to be a superb guide as we visited the memorials on the tour. He is a good storyteller, and he has a friendly wit, which we appreciated. Even though I had visited a couple of the sites before, he has gems of knowledge about the history that enriches the tour. I was concerned about how much time we were taking with my walker/wheelchair, but he never appeared hurried or impatient. He was interested in our wishes and made certain that I did not miss out on the memorials that we had planned. Book Tom as your tour guide as he is excellent.
Bekah F.
If I could give 10 stars I would. Tom was AMAZING! We had three generations with us and he navigated us through the city and kept all age groups involved. Tom really made our trip memorable. He had a vast knowledge of everything and was able to get us to our destinations smoothly. We are still talking about Tom and the amazing experience we had. We highly recommend him to anybody looking to experience the city to it's fullest. I can't say enough good things about Tom!
Your Washington Dc tour itinerary
The order in which the monuments will be visited may change based on parking or traffic conditions. Below is a notional itienrary assuming an early start to the day. 0830: Pickup at lodging or agreed meeting point 0830-0900: Transit 0900-0950: Lincoln, Vietnam War, and Korean War Memorials 0950-1005: Transit 1005-1045: FDR and MLK Memorials 1045-1100: Transit: 1100-1145: Washington Monument (Includes trip to the observation deck) 1145-1210: WWII Memorial 1210-1220: Transit 1220-1245: Jefferson Memorial 1245-1300: Transit to lodging or agreed drop off point.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Private SUV
What's included
Other: Private Buick Enclave, private guide, hotel pickup and transportation between waypoints. Includes admission tickets to the Washington Monument observation deck. (Observation deck not available for evening tour.)
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Guide Arrangement for Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets
What's not included
Other: Any personal items such as souvenirs, food, or drinks
Meeting location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Your lodging point or Regan Airport (DCA)
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Layover
City Highlights
Tour reference number
228907
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Washington best suited for?
This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore Washington's iconic monuments with minimal walking. It's ideal for families, including those with kids, as well as seniors or anyone with mobility concerns, thanks to its wheelchair accessibility. With a private guide like Tom S., you'll gain deeper insights into the city's history and landmarks.
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4 hours
30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-6 people
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4 hours
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