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Castle to Capitol: Museums of the National Mall Architecture Tour
Washington DC, USA
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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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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.
Reserve directly via DC Design Tours for the best experience and price!
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Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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- Local guide
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Meet your guide outside the Smithsonian Castle near the main entrance.
Return details
We'll finish up on the West Lawn of the US Capitol for a beautiful view of the building and National Mall.
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Smithsonian Institution BuildingYour tour begins outside the Smithsonian Castle, the headquarters of the largest museum complex in the world!
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Smithsonian Arts + Industries BuildingWe'll discuss the beautiful and unique design of this second home of the Smithsonian Institution.
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Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture GardenOur spaceship on the National Mall.
- We'll examine the stark contrast between the Neoclassical West building and Modern East building of the National Gallery of Art. (pass by)
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National Museum of the American IndianMeant to look sculpted by the wind and water, this beautiful building has a tumultuous past.
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United States Botanic GardenA hidden gem among museums along the National Mall!
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Bartholdi ParkA secret spot off the National Mall with a historic and beautiful fountain, sculpted by someone unexpected!
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Capitol HillWe'll wrap up at the foot of Capitol Hill, with breathtaking views of the US Capitol and the National Mall!
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Castle to Capitol: Museums of the National Mall Architecture Tour
Washington DC, USA
Experience unavailable
How it works?
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!