Smithsonian "Big 3" Highlights Tour (Air & Space Entry Included)
Washington DC, District of Columbia
From US$89 per person
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- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 4.8 / 5 · 501 reviews
About this tour
See the best of the Smithsonian Museums on a 3-hour guided tour of the highlights of the American History, Natural History, and Air and Space Museums.
Includes Reserved Entry to the Air and Space Museum!
The Smithsonian Institution is the world’s largest museum complex with 21 museums and miliions of objects! The Natural History, Air and Space, and American History Museums are 3 of the most popular, often referred to as the Big 3. Each of these museums can be overwhelming so we put together a highlights tour. Our expert guide will take you through each of the museums and showcase all of the "must see" items in each. Including: Lincoln's Top Hat, Dorothy's Ruby Slippers, the Cursed Hope Diamond, iconic Dinosaur fossils, the Original Wright Flyer, and artifacts from the Apollo 11 lunar mission!
Note that there is walking between the museums for a total of roughly 1 mile. Total walking for this tour equates to approximately 2 miles.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Meet your guide inside of the Unscripted Welcome Center at 400 7th Street NW. Look for our signs out front.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Meet your guide inside the Unscripted Guided Tours DC Welcome Center at 400 7th Street NW, at the corner of 7th and D NW(15 min)
- 2
Learn the full history of the Smithsonian Institution as you pass the building where it all started, known locally as the Smithsonian Castle or the Red Castle.(pass by)
- 3
Enjoy reserved entry to the Air and Space museum, where your guide will show you the top highlights including the Wright Flyer, space command modules, and more!(45 min)
- 4
See the famed hope diamond, visit the fossil lab and The Last American Dinosaurs exhibit.(45 min)
- 5
Your guide will help you explore many highlights including pop culture icons, military history, and presidents' & first ladies' artifacts.(1 hr)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Sites are not listed in order visited. Museum order may vary.
- Please note this tour involves roughly 2 miles of walking
Included
- Visit the Museum of Natural History
- Visit the Museum of American History
- 3-Hour Smithsonian Highlights Guided Walking Tour in Washington DC
- Small-Group for a more personalized experience
- Reserved Timed Entry to the National Air and Space Museum
- Explore 3 of the top museums in Washington DC with your Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Washington DC, District of Columbia
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide inside of the Unscripted Welcome Center at 400 7th Street NW. Look for our signs out front
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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