(800) 814-2665 Questions? Call Us Now!

Skip-the-line National Archives Building Guided Tour - Semi-Private 8ppl Max

158 Reviews4.97 out of 5 stars Based on 158 reviews collected by Cool Washington DC and TripAdvisor |
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards.
Washington DC, USA

Loading Options

90 to 120 minutes (Approx.)
Mobile Ticket
Instant Confirmation

Overview

This 1.5 to 2 hour tour semi-private (8 Guest Maximim) guided tour will bring you face to face with the seemingly humble documentation that gave birth to the most powerful nation in the world. The National Archives will introduce you to the original paperwork that formed the United States of America.

What's Included

  • Semi-Private Museum Tour
  • Duration 1.5 - 2 Hours
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
  • Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Gratuities (Optional)
See 1 moreSee 2 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

National Archives Museum, 701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408, USA

Open in Google Maps
End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start Times

What To Expect

The National Archives Museum

Step through the doors of this majestic neoclassical building, considered a temple to American history. Follow your guide, starting at the National Archives Rotunda to learn about the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution while standing in front of the perfectly-preserved documents from the 17th and 18th centuries. Alongside the Bill of Rights and the Federalist Papers, they all feature the signatures of world-famous statesmen like Alexander Hamilton.Next, in the Public Vaults Exhibits, letters written by presidents including George Washington and John F. Kennedy are on display. The United States’ turbulent racial past comes alive while learning about the Emancipation Proclamation, which helped end slavery in the 19th century. More recent papers, like a citation issued to civil rights activist Rosa Parks, illustrates how long these racial issues lasted. Finally, in the Rubenstein Gallery, examine even older documents like the Magna Carta of 1297. Although it was written well before the Americas were even discovered by Europeans, it heavily influenced many of the other artifacts you’ll see in the National Archives.
Read more

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Notes: American History Museum and other attractions or museums in DC may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We’re here to help.
Live Chat, Text, Call, or Email our friendly customer support with your questions.

Activity code: C-40048P29

Reviews

4.97
158 reviews

Average 4.97 out of 5 stars based on 158 traveler reviews collected by Cool Washington DC and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
156
4 stars
1
3 stars
0
2 stars
1
1 star
0

Similar Tours & Activities

Private African American History and Culture Tour Museum Entry

Private African American History and Culture Tour Museum Entry

New To The Site!
 3 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$450

1 Hour Private Photoshoot in National Mall

1 Hour Private Photoshoot in National Mall

4
 1 hour  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$149

DC Spy History Walking Tour

DC Spy History Walking Tour

 1 hour 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$49.99

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Big Bus Washington DC Open Top Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Likely to Sell Out

Big Bus Washington DC Open Top Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

 2 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$49

Washington DC Moonlit Tour of the National Mall & Stops at 10 Sites

Washington DC Moonlit Tour of the National Mall & Stops at 10 Sites

 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$69

DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour

DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour

 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$64