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Skip-the-line DC National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Guided Tour

4.9(422)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 422 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Babylon Tours DC
Skip-the-line DC National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Guided Tour

About this activity

Our SKIP-THE-LINE VIP ALL ACESS TOUR. Discover the United States’ turbulent history through works preserved in the National Archives. Exclusive guided tours will bring you face to face with the seemingly humble documentation that gave birth to the most powerful nation in the world. The National Archives will introduce you to the original paperwork that formed the United States of America.

What does VIP ACCESS mean?

- ⁠Skip-the-Line Priority entry into the Archives Building

- ⁠Skip-the-Line Priority Access to the Rotunda (to view Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights, and Magna Carta)

What's included

  • ✓Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
  • ✓Skip-the-Line Access to the Rotunda (View Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights)
  • ✓Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
  • ✓SKIP-THE-LINE VIP ALL ACESS TOUR Guided Museum Tour
  • ✓Skip-the-Line Priority entry into the Archives Building

Not included

  • ✕Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • ✕Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet on the bottom of the front stairs of the National Archives Building on Constitution Ave. NW

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A maximum of 6 people permitted per tour allowed
  • Notes: National Archives and other attractions or museums in DC may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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