National Archives Semi-Private Guided Tour
Skip the line for a closer look at America’s founding documents
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From$69/ personincl. taxes and fees
Duration
1 hr
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Semi-private tour, Historian guide
Highlights
Step inside the National Archives Museum to view foundational U.S. documents with an English-speaking historian guide. Explore the permanent collection and the stories behind the papers that shaped the nation.
- Stand before the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, and Bill of Rights
- Examine the 1297 Magna Carta in the Rubenstein Gallery
- Learn about the debates, signatures, and survival of America’s founding documents
- Bypass the entry queue and spend more time with the collection
What's Included
- Professional historian guide
Know before you go
- Arrive 10 minutes before your tour start time
- Bring identification showing age
- Bring only a handbag or small, thin backpack; large bags and suitcases are not permitted
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Moderate physical fitness is required
- Wheelchair access is not available on this small-group tour
- Expect to visit the permanent collection only
- Expect the National Archives Vaults to be unavailable during renovation
- Dress for rain or shine, as the tour operates daily in all weather
Cancellation Policy
Full refund up to 24 hours before the tour start time. No refund within 24 hours of the start time. No-shows and late arrivals are charged the full price.
FAQs
The National Archives may close without notice. If opening is delayed by more than one hour, an appropriate alternative will be offered; refunds and discounts are not available in this case.
Meeting details
Bottom of the large stairs on Constitution Ave
Experience provided by Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
Experience provided by Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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