New York City to Washington DC and Philadelphia Tour in 1 Day

4.9 (9 reviews) New York City, USA
Duration15h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
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Overview

Explore two of America’s most historic cities in one unforgettable day from New York. Start in Washington, DC, where you’ll see iconic landmarks like the White House, Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, and memorials to the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Walk the National Mall, admire the Obelisk and live the political heart of the country.
After a lunch stop, continue to Philadelphia, birthplace of American independence. Visit the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Betsy Ross's House and stroll along charming Elfreth’s Alley Street. End the day on the famous Rocky Stairs at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. An ideal excursion for those looking for history, culture and iconic places in one day.

What's included

  • Admission to all places to visit in both cities is free
  • Round trip transportation
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Does not include meals or drinks

What to expect

  1. The Pentagon
    Pass by
    We will pass in front of the Pentagon
  2. Thomas Jefferson Memorial
    Pass by
    We'll walk past the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
  3. Arlington National Cemetery
    Pass by
    We will pass non-stop through the Arlington Cemetery, where all the veterans of the wars in which the United States has participated are honored.
  4. Marine Corps War Memorial
    15m
    Our first stop will be at the monument dedicated to the sailors and well known for the six soldiers holding the United States flag.
  5. Vietnam Veterans Memorial
    15m
    We will walk through the Vietnam War Memorial
  6. Lincoln Memorial
    40m
    Accompanied by our guide we will walk through the Monuments to the Vietnam War, the Korean War, President Lincoln and the Forrest Gump Movie Pool.
  7. Korean War Veterans Memorial
    15m
    We will walk through the Korean War Memorial.
  8. 20m
    We will take Pennsylvania Avenue, this being the main one in Washington and where the incoming president makes his presidential tour. We will pass through the FBI, Treasury, National Archives and more until we reach our last stop.
  9. 20m
    We will continue to our next stop, which is the White House, passing by the National Academy of Sciences, the Federal Reserve Building, the OAS, the American Red Cross and the Vice Presidency.
  10. Philadelphia
    2h
    We will travel to Philadelphia to make an express visit of what was the first Capital of the United States.
  11. Betsy Ross House
    20m
    We will walk to the house of the person who designed the first flag of the United States.
  12. 20m
    We will start our journey to Philadelphia having a stop on the way for lunch and then we will continue until we reach the Liberty Bell, our first stop in Philadelphia.
  13. Elfreth's Alley
    15m
    We will walk down the oldest street in the United States.
  14. Rocky Statue
    20m
    We will pass through the center of the city until we reach the Art Museum where the famous Rocky Statue is located and we will go down to take pictures.
  15. Liberty Bell Center
    15m
    We'll see the Liberty Bell

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the door of the hotel at 5:00 am.

End point

At the end, we will leave them on 8th Avenue and 41st Street right where Times Square begins.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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4.9 (9)

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