• Washington Monument - The tour will commence with the Washington Monument, a tribute to the first president of the United States, George Washington. The monument will be observed and discussed from afar. For those interested in a closer look, it is advisable to visit before the tour.
• National World War II Memorial - This memorial pays tribute to the 16 million service members of the U.S. Armed Forces, the countless supporters on the home front, and the 405,399 Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II.
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Comprising three distinct parts: the Three Soldiers statue, the Vietnam Women’s Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial (The Wall), this site will be a place to discuss its creation and its ongoing role in honoring those who perished in the Vietnam War.
• Korean War Veterans Memorial - This memorial commemorates the sacrifices of millions of Americans and allied partners who served in the Korean War, featuring a poignant Wall of Remembrance and 19 statues of service members.
• Lincoln Memorial - The tour will conclude at the Lincoln Memorial, dedicated to the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, who played a pivotal role during the American Civil War and in the abolition of slavery.

• A Professional Tour Guide (Me!)
• All fees and/or taxes

• Hotel Pick-up and Drop-Off
• Tips (Not expected, but always appreciated!)
• Bottled water
• Snacks

Don’t think a tour should be a huge list of dates? Me neither!

On this private walking tour, we will explore some of DC’s most iconic monuments, learning about the people they honor and those who made them. We will talk as a group about what monuments mean to you and why we have them.

Come prepared to walk about a mile (1.6km). There will be benches, but not at every stop. A water bottle is recommended. Most importantly, bring your curiosity (and your camera!).

So, who am I?
I’m glad you asked! My name is Shelley and I adore talking about people, especially the ones that lived in the past. I started my career as a ranger with the National Park Service – you know, those people with the funny hats. You could have met me at The Frederick Douglass House, Cape Cod National Seashore, or The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal during my seven years of service. I have a Master’s in museum studies and a Bachelors in anthropology and linguistics. I’m excited to meet you!

• Not recommended for travelers that have a hard time walking long distances.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.