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The 15 Best National Archives Tours in Washington DC

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VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry

VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry - Coach Time Between Stops: How the Ride Changes in Every Season

1.VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,491 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

A VIP DC day with reserved U.S. Capitol entry, coach-led monument stops, and National Archives Public Vaults, plus a seasonal Potomac cruise.

“It was a great day. We saw quite a few monuments & took in a lot of history. There was quite a bit of walking & stairs to most of the monuments, but we were not rushed going through it. Brittany & our driver (sorry I forgot his name) did a great job today! Thank you!”

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Skip-the-line National Archives Building Exclusive Guided Tour

Skip-the-line National Archives Building Exclusive Guided Tour - Stop 1: The National Archives Rotunda and the Core Freedom Documents

2.Skip-the-line National Archives Building Exclusive Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $105Top rated

Skip-the-line guided tour at the National Archives to see the Constitution, Declaration, Bill of Rights, plus historic letters and documents.

“Ryan was incredibly knowledgeable and just a pleasure to be with. We couldn’t stump him with any odd question and his familiarity with DC as a whole is equally impressive. Highly recommend!”

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National Archives Skip the Line Guided Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

National Archives Skip the Line Guided Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max - Public Vaults Exhibits: Presidential Letters and the Civil Rights Thread

Washington DC: National Archives and US Capitol Guided Tour

Washington DC: National Archives and US Capitol Guided Tour - Start Right: Where to Meet and What Happens in the First Minutes

4.National Archives and US Capitol Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 126 reviews · from $53Best value

Skip-the-line guided tour of the National Archives and U.S. Capitol, built around the Declaration, Magna Carta, and a Capitol inside look.

“Jesse was great. Very knowledgeable and happy to answer questions. An easy walk and seeing the National Archives and Capital was great. Would recommend.”

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VIP National Archives Skip-The-Line Guided Tour 6 ppl Max

VIP National Archives Skip-The-Line Guided Tour 6 ppl Max - Stop 1 at about 15 minutes: the quick briefing that sets expectations

National Archives Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

National Archives Skip-the-Line Guided Tour - The VIP entrance: what skip-the-line gets you

6.National Archives Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $59

Skip-the-line guided visit to the National Archives in Washington DC, with VIP entry, DC map, and stories behind the Declaration and Constitution.

“It is helpful to not only skip the line but hear some of the fascinating back stories behind these documents. Kirsten was an awesome guide! We were privileged to take this tour during the limited viewing of the full constitution event. She helped navigate us and taught us many fun and interesting facts along the way. Highly recommend!”

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National Archives + American History Museum Tour 8ppl Max

National Archives + American History Museum Tour 8ppl Max - Skip-the-Line Works Best If You Arrive Ready

7.National Archives + American History Museum Tour 8ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $166

A small-group, 5.5-hour Washington DC tour that pairs the National Archives and American History Museum, with skip-the-line access.

“We are on a big history quest, and for the important sites we just get so much more out of it with the tour, but the small group it is easier to make sure we cover what is important to us.”

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National Archives Skip the Line Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

National Archives Skip the Line Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max - The Rotunda: Declaration and Constitution in the Room Where They Live

8.National Archives Skip the Line Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $111

Skip the line at the National Archives on a 2-hour small-group tour of the Bill of Rights, Magna Carta, and Rosa Parks citation.

“We had a wonderful tour of the archives today with Donna. The National Archives and the documents that we saw are interesting in themselves, but Donna gave us invaluable context and presented all relevant events in a story format which I think would please even those without a strong interest in the history of the events which led to the formation of the United States of America.”

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Skip the Line National Archives and US Capitol Tour

Skip the Line National Archives and US Capitol Tour - National Gallery Sculpture Garden: A short reset between heavy hitters

9.Skip the Line National Archives and US Capitol Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · from $53

Skip lines at the National Archives and U.S. Capitol on a small-group walking tour with the Sculpture Garden and National Mall.

“Alegra did a wondeful job giving our tour. She was professional and knowledgeable. We enjoyed walking through the gardens and then up to the Capitol. We look forward to more tours from Skip the Line.”

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National Archives + American History Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

National Archives + American History Museum Exclusive Guided Tour - Arlington Cemetery stops with JFK, the Unknown Soldier, and Lee’s connection

10.National Archives + American History Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $166

Private guided tour linking Arlington Cemetery and Washington DC’s top U.S. documents and artifacts, with skip-the-line museum time. English.

“Our tour guide, Annemarie, was kind and detailed. We visited the two museums where I admired the history of the U.S.. I would recommend this to anyone visiting the National Archives Museum and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.”

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DC: National Archives & Optional Museum Add-On

DC: National Archives & Optional Museum Add-On - The National Mall walk: big views, good bearings

11.National Archives & Optional Museum Add-On

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 36 reviews · from $79

Small-group, 2-hour Washington D.C. tour with reserved Archives access, National Mall views, and a guided stop at the Smithsonian American History Museum.

“This was a brilliant tour. As a visitor to the US the guide Shane gave us so much history and context to the Archives and the museum. We could never have hoped to appreciate all that we saw without his help.”

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National Archives + National Portrait Gallery Tour 6ppl Max

National Archives + National Portrait Gallery Tour 6ppl Max - The National Archives Portion: Why the Rotunda Matters More Than You Think

DC National Archives + National Portrait Gallery – Exclusive Tour

DC National Archives + National Portrait Gallery - Exclusive Tour - Magna Carta and citizenship: where ideas get argued out in the Rubenstein Gallery

America’s 250th VIP Tour: Archives, Portraits & History 6 ppl Max

America’s 250th VIP Tour: Archives, Portraits & History 6 ppl Max - Start point and flow: how the 2:00 pm plan feels on the ground

National Archives & Museum of American History Guided Tour

National Archives & Museum of American History Guided Tour - Declaration to Constitution: the documents you’ll remember after you leave

15.National Archives & Museum of American History Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $166

Skip the line between the National Archives and Smithsonian American History on a 5.5-hour guided tour with founding documents and Dorothy’s slippers.

“Brenda was an amazing tour guide! She guided us to all of the primary important founding documents for our nation within the National Archives and educated us on the history of each document and the important people, places, and events in our nation’s history! She also guided us through the American History Museum to see all of the pop culture items, First Lady dresses, and American War history. She concluded with showing us the flag and telling us the history that inspired our national anthem. Our group of 8 truly enjoyed spending the morning and afternoon with Brenda and we highly recommend taking this private guided tour with her!!Read more”

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