Group Size
Max 8
Tour Duration
5.5 Hours
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Free Cancellation up to 24 hrs
Highlights generally include:
• The Founding Documents — stand before the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, and Bill of Rights, the texts that shaped the nation's government and guaranteed its core freedoms.
• The Magna Carta (1297) — view one of the rare surviving copies of this medieval English charter, a document that laid the foundation for constitutional law and individual rights.
• The Star-Spangled Banner — see the original flag that inspired the U.S. national anthem. This massive 15-star, 15-stripe banner flew over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812 and remains one of America's most treasured artifacts.
• George Washington's Uniform and Sword — get up close to George Washington's actual military uniform and battle sword, worn and carried during the American Revolution!
• Dorothy's Ruby Slippers — step into Hollywood history with the ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz. One of the most recognizable artifacts in pop culture history.
Join one of our expert guides on a private tour of two of Washington, D.C.'s most essential institutions.
Stand before the founding documents, explore legendary artifacts, and uncover the defining moments of American history on this unforgettable journey through the National Archives and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. Begin at the National Archives, where America's founding documents are preserved within the monumental Rotunda. Stand before the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, the very texts that laid the foundation of democracy. Then, explore rare historical documents, from the Emancipation Proclamation to letters written by George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, offering a glimpse into the minds of the country's greatest leaders. After a break to recharge, continue to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, home to some of the nation's most treasured artifacts. Admire George Washington's sword, the original Star-Spangled Banner, and Abraham Lincoln's top hat from the night of his assassination. Trace the fight for civil rights at the Greensboro Lunch Counter, explore the role of America's First Ladies through their inaugural gowns, and see pop culture icons like Dorothy's ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz. By the end of this immersive tour, you'll have walked through centuries of American history, from the founding ideals of democracy to the cultural moments that shaped the modern nation. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a first-time visitor, this experience offers an unforgettable look at the people, documents, and artifacts that define the United States.
• PRIVATE COMBO MUSEUM TOUR (with Entry Tickets Included)
• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE
• DURATION 5.5 HOURS (including break)
• SKIP-THE-LINE ACCESS TO THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Annemarie was an excellent guide. She was extremely thorough and answered all questions that the group posed. It is truly a tour that is informative.
11 April 2025
Ryan was awesome and had great info. Very knowledgeable and insight as we were able to discover the history of this great nation
13 April 2025
The visit was amazing because of Annemarie. Her knowledge of the subject matter and very engaging personality made the tour of the National Archives very memorable and to the enjoyment. I would rate the tour as a perfect 10.
24 April 2025
Kate was very informative and great. It was a small group. We visited the National Archives. It was a full 2 hours. I was able to use my foldup scooter.
09 May 2025
Loved seeing the highlights with Rebecca..loved the detail that she was able to add to each presentation. She was funny and knowledgeable
21 May 2025
We took the Narional Archives tour to see the constitution, declaration of independence l, and bill of Right. Paul was our tour guide. Extremely knowledgeable of the history of all the exhibits. Wonderful tour would recommend again, especially if you have questions about things also we got to cut the lines which made the trip even better
13 June 2025
Donna was an amazing tour guide and we loved every minute of our tour of the Archives. She was so knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend for families and others.
16 June 2025
Annemarie was wonderful. Right on time, very friendly. She took care to engage with each member of the group including my two children (10, 13).
16 June 2025
Annemarie was very knowledgeable about the National Archives. From the moment we started until the end of the tour, she continually provided fun facts about the history of the building and the contents that it held. She took the time to focus and educate us on the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights.
18 June 2025
It was a great tour a must see. Christopher was full of knowledge and stories on all the main and important things to see. He makes sure he involves everyone during the tour which was great. So glad we did it and doing it in a small group and then you can go about after and see everything else.
26 June 2025
Very informative tours by Annemarie. Her background stories were so interesting!! She has an amazing amount of knowledge and the answers to any questions. Perfect selections of archived pieces to review! We would definitely recommend touring with Annemarie!
22 May 2024
Annemarie was a wonderful guide who shifted things around to accommodate our shortened timeline and got us in to see exactly what we were hoping to see. She is super knowledgeable and a great guide for any group. Company itself was also responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend this company and this specific tour.
01 July 2024
We had a guided tour with the wonderful and knowledgeable Donna! She was super nice, entertaining, and really kept us engaged in all the history she was telling us. If we book another tour, we can only hope to get her again!
06 October 2024
Marybeth was wonderful really enjoyed it. It would be very difficult to see this museum with out a guide. Very large museum
17 October 2024
Brenda was absolutely excellent! An incredible wrath of knowledge delivered in an engaging and interactive way. She was endlessly flexible when my teenagers wandered off, digging deeply into areas of history that the adults wanted and provided a wonderful 2+ hour experience. The time flew by! I will definitely request her on future visits!
02 January 2025
Annemarie was an excellent tour host. She was very knowledgeable and interesting speaker. I would definitely hire her again.
19 January 2025
Annemarie was a phenomenal tour guide. She was knowledgeable , friendly, and efficient. Annemarie knows her stuff. Both museums are packed with eye popping exhibits.
02 April 2025
We had a private tour with Annemarie. She really made an effort to make it a personal experience with a lot of facts and ‘Easter Eggs’ you normally don’t get to know. I absolutely recommend Annemarie dor this tour!
01 July 2025
Maribeth was an outstanding tour guide! She showed us some amazing things and her explanations were memorable. We appreciate her getting to know us so that she could show us what we wanted to see.
06 July 2025
Annmarie is a great guide! It was an informative and enjoyable day. Annemarie was friendly, engaging and she taught me a lot.
01 August 2025
