Group Size
Max 12
Tour Duration
2.5 Hours
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Free Cancellation up to 24 hrs
Highlights generally include:
• Lincoln Memorial – stand before the towering statue of Abraham Lincoln, one of America's most revered presidents. Inscribed with his Gettysburg Address, this neoclassical monument serves as a powerful tribute to his leadership and legacy.
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial – reflect at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a striking black granite wall inscribed with the names of over 58,000 fallen soldiers. This solemn site is one of the most visited and moving memorials in Washington, D.C.
• Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial – see the imposing Stone of Hope, featuring a statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., positioned to symbolize his lasting impact on the fight for civil rights.
• Scenic Views – along the National Mall Take in breathtaking views along the National Mall, lined with iconic landmarks such as the Reflecting Pool, the Washington Monument, and the U.S. Capitol in the distance.
Join us on a 2.5-hour private tour of the National Mall, where America's most influential figures and defining moments are honored through stunning memorials and monuments.
Our expert guide will lead you through the most significant landmarks, revealing the captivating history, symbolism, and architectural details that make each site unique.
From the reflective black granite of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to the towering columns of the Lincoln Memorial, discover how these spaces were designed to evoke awe and provoke contemplation. Walk among the lifelike statues of the Korean War Memorial, stand in awe of the MLK Memorial's striking Stone of Hope, and admire the timeless neoclassical design of the World War II Memorial.
Along the way, enjoy spectacular photo opportunities and sweeping views of Capitol Hill, the White House, and the National Mall's expansive green spaces. Your tour culminates at the Washington Monument, where you'll receive a ticket to ascend this architectural marvel (entrance only - visit is unguided). From its observation deck, take in unparalleled 360-degree views of the capital, a breathtaking finale to your journey through America's most iconic landmarks.
Stops generally include:
• PRIVATE WALKING TOUR
• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE
• DURATION 2.5 HOURS
• TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
Allen McCabe through Babylon tours was exceptional! A 25-year volunteer, he was an excellent story-teller and a fount of knowledge. Very personable. He was the highlight of our DC trip!
26 May 2025
Tour guide was very friendly, personable, and accommodating. She had extra pictures of the monuments which added to our experience.
31 May 2025
Brenda did a great job explaining the detail and history behind the monuments. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. It’s always great to have perspective when sightseeing, and Brenda provided that.
02 June 2025
Annemarie was amazing! She went at our pace and even made an extra stop for us! She was super knowledge and shared pictures at each stop. I loved the intimate experience (just one other family besides us) Highly recommend!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
03 June 2025
Annemarie is incredibly attentive and knowledgable guide. She gets to know you, and where you’re from and always pointing out relevant details to your life that she learns over the course of the tour. She was very patient - we were with two young boys that were very inquisitive and she did a great job fielding their questions while keeping the tour on track. Also, if you hate the microphone and headphones tours, this one is for you!! Small intimate group makes for a great, lowkey tour. Perfect way to spend a morning of your trip.
10 June 2025
Annemarie was great! She provided a great historical overview and answered all of the questions our kids had. Timed perfectly for the Washington Memorial timed visit
10 June 2025
Our walking tour of the monuments in the National Mall was a great experience. Allen was an awesome tour guide. It was a memorable morning for our family. We are so glad we booked this tour and had Allen as our guide.
25 June 2025
Rebecca was a fantastic guide.Very knowledgeable and gave a great tour.Gave great information on all the memorials and Washington Monument.Will use again next time in DC.
27 June 2025
Rebecca was our tour guide and did an amazing job! Very knowledgeable and prompt! Excellent tour and customer service.
29 June 2025
First day in DC and this tour was the perfect start to our holiday - small group, plenty of time and explanation of the key sites on the National Mall, including supplementary images on a tablet to help understand or recognize specific details. Our guide was Annemarie from Babylon Tours - very welcoming, knowledgeable and great company for the tour. Thank You!
15 July 2025
Great place for any American citizen, took a bus tour, great museums, tour the national mall and all the memorials, my favorite, Lincoln memorial.!
22 November 2024
We had the best tour with Annemarie! Our tour was nice and small, only 7 of us and we not only stopped at the Lincoln memorial and war memorials but learned a lot about the design of the DC mall as well as lots of hidden secrets at each of the sites. She managed to even keep our kids engaged and learning, would absolutely do another tour with her!
09 March 2025
Maureen was personable, friendly, and informative as we walked around to the various monuments. We especially enjoyed the view from the top of the Washington Monument.
15 March 2025
Our tour guide, Brenda, was personable, responsive to our group's needs, and paced the tour well. She was also knowledgeable about both local and national history. I feel like this was a unique tour and a manageable amount of walking for tweens & teens. Given this experience, we would definitely book again with Babylon.
25 March 2025
We lucked out with a beautiful day and an amazing tour guide for the DC Mall and Washington Monument tour. Brenda was VERY informative, funny and always asked if we had questions. There was so much she told us that you would never know if you walked the mall and memorials yourself. I highly recommend this tour!!
25 March 2025
Maureen did an amazing job leading our tour! She pointed out all the monuments along the Mall while giving interesting background and historical context. We all learned something new. Maureen was engaging and helpful. Going up in the Washington Monument at the end of the tour was fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience!
16 April 2025
Annemarie was such a great guide! She was easy to follow and really related with our teenagers. She was fun and took great pictures. We stayed right on time too!
03 June 2025
Informative and Friendly. Annemarie was a wealth of information and helpful with photos. Easily answered all our questions and brought a clear understanding to my grandsons questions. Highest recommendations.
15 July 2025
We had Brenda as our tour guide for the DC National Mall tour, and she was excellent. What we enjoyed the most was the thoughtfulness and perspective she offered at each memorial and at the Washington Monument. Her depth of knowledge really showed and made the tour that much better. She also offered us some tips while in DC and they have already come in handy. Thank you Brenda!
28 July 2025
We had such a wonderful experience on this walking tour of the Washington DC monuments and memorials! Annemarie was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly informative—sharing not just the history, but also stories that brought the sites to life. The pace was perfect, never rushed, and she made sure everyone felt engaged and comfortable.What really stood out was how much she went above and beyond. She gave us great local tips and food recommendations for the rest of our stay, and even offered to take our picture—a thoughtful touch that made for a much better memory than our usual selfies.This tour was...
30 August 2025
