Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

Name: Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC
Brand: Cool NYC
SKU: 27867
Price: 99 USD
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15 hours (approx.)

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Overview

Experience a fully guided tour of two of the nation’ capitals: Washington D.C. (current) and Philadelphia, PA (first ever) in one day!

Visit and learn about the most iconic landmarks of these two historic cities, including the White House, the U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial, the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Rocky Steps in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

What's Included

Round-trip coach transfer from New York City
Bilingual, licensed guide (English and Spanish)

Food and drinks
Souvenirs
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in the private option)

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

714 7th Avenue
New York, NY 10036, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

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Washington DC (pass by)

After our trip by bus and accompanied by our guide, you will arrive at the impressive city of Washington DC, which is the United States capital.

The Pentagon (pass by)

Pass by the largest building in the country, The Pentagon.

Arlington National Cemetery (pass by)

Pass by the cemetery, where they bury soldiers.

Korean War Veterans Memorial (pass by)

The exciting corner was dedicated in 1995 to Korean War Veterans its Wall of Remembrance and 19 stainless steel statues

Vietnam Veterans Memorial (pass by)

Honoring the men and women who served in the controversial Vietnam War

The Three Servicemen Statue (pass by)

Three young soldiers with weapons and uniforms of the time, a symbol of the ethnic groups that fought in the Vietnam War

Lincoln Memorial (pass by)

Famous monument built in 1922 in honor of President Abraham Lincoln

Washington Monument (pass by)

Observe from afar the panoramic view of the monument built to honour George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555 foot marble obelisk towers over Washington DC

U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

Our first stop will be a visit to the Iwo Jima Memorial, dedicated to honouring the US Marines

5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

White House

Next, you'll travel to the White House, during this tour you will stop for a classic outside view of the home and office of the U.S.President

20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters (pass by)

Pass by the J. Edgar Hoover Building, the FBI's Headquarters.

National Air and Space Museum (pass by)

Pass by the most iconic museum in the country.

U.S. Capitol (pass by)

Capitol Building,home of the U.S. Congress and where the laws of this country are made.

Philadelphia (pass by)

Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, founded in 1682, was the first capital of North America, the cradle of democracy

Independence National Historical Park

Your first stop will be at the Independence National Historical Park where your guide will lead you on a brief walking tour. You will have the opportunity to see some of the main historical sites such as the Liberty Bell, the famous symbol of America’s independence, and Independence Hall, the birthplace of the United States

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Independence Hall (pass by)

Place where the United States Declaration of Independence was debated and converted

Liberty Bell Center (pass by)

The Liberty Bell bears a timeless message: "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land Unto All the Inhabitants thereof"

Old City Hall (pass by)

The building served as City Hall until 1854

Rocky Statue

Your visit to Philadelphia concludes with a stop at the Rocky Steps, in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where you’ll have an opportunity to re-enact the famous scene from the 1976 movie by ascending to the top of the steps.

30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Washington Monument (pass by)

Located at the Eakins oval, this fountain features a bronze sculpture of the first president George Washington, mounted on a horse.

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide will explain in both languages English & Spanish
Recommended: bring your own food to enjoy free time in Washington

New York State law requires that all children be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they are 8 years old. Starting November 1, 2019, all children under 2 years old must ride in a rear-facing car seat.
Bus drivers are not required to provide seats for children and the activity provider will not be responsible if you are unable to access the bus. To ensure that your child has a seat, you must bring your own, or inform the activity provider well in advance
Guests under the age of 18 may not be admitted at check-in unless accompanied by an adult.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 54 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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