Smithsonian Natural History + American History

This 5.5 hour exclusive guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most iconic museums in Washington DC. The most famous items of the Smithsonian are in two next door museums. Cursed diamonds, famous flags, and of course, a certain pair of Ruby Red Slippers; our guides know where to find the items everyone comes to see at the Smithsonian Institution. Highlights often include (but are not limited to):   -Henry the largest taxidermied Elephant  -Hope Diamond  -The Nation’s T-Rex (Wankel’s T-Rex) -Megalodon Jaw  -First Ladies exhibit -Star Spangled Banner -Greensboro Lunch Counter -Lincoln’s Top Hat -Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers

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Location: Washington DC

What's Included

Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Duration 5.5 Hours (Including Lunch Break)
Guided Combo Museum Tour

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is this tour suitable for kids? What age do you recommend?

A: Absolutely! This tour can be great for kids aged 8 and up. The excitement of seeing the Hope Diamond and the giant T-Rex will definitely keep them engaged. Just make sure they can handle a 5.5 hour tour with a lunch break included. Also, I'd suggest some comfortable shoes since there’s a lot of walking involved!

Q: What's the parking situation like near the Smithsonian?

A: Parking can be tricky near the Smithsonian, especially during weekends. There’s a couple of garages nearby, like the Smithsonian Garage on 10th St NW, but it fills up fast. Using public transport is a solid option if you want to avoid the hassle. The Metro's National Archives station is super close!

Q: If the weather's bad, do they cancel the tour?

A: They usually don’t cancel for bad weather since most of the tour is indoors. However, if there are severe weather warnings, they might reschedule. It's a good idea to check the forecast and confirm with the provider beforehand!

Discussions

Just did the Smithsonian combo tour—what an amazing experience!

I just finished the 5.5-hour exclusive tour at the Smithsonian and wow, it was so worth it! Seeing the Hope Diamond and Lincoln’s Top Hat in person was unreal. Our guide was super knowledgeable and made everything really interesting. Just a heads up, wear comfy shoes because you'll be walking a lot. Perfect day out if you're gifting this to someone who loves history!

Thinking of gifting the Smithsonian tour—any thoughts?

Hey everyone! I’m looking to gift this Smithsonian Natural History + American History tour for my partner’s birthday. They love museums but I'm a bit worried about the length of the tour. Is it overwhelming? Any tips for making it more fun? Thanks!