It's a whole lot more fun to take night tours of Washington D. C. Than go around by day. The moonlight shining down upon brightly lit landmarks is an ethereal sight, much more stunning than in broad daylight. From the White House to the U. S. Capitol at Pennsylvania Avenue's other end, these are living history monuments which are not just historic but also witnesses to history being made.
There are many options as to which attractions and sights to include, and how to go about visiting each of them. In other words, tourists get to choose the itinerary and the mode of transport. Take a nice walk in the moonlight with an expert tour guide, hit the main spots by bus with audio narration, or enjoy the pleasure of a trolley ride.
The best and most efficient way to take this tour is to begin at either the White House or the U. S. Capitol. Note that visitors won't be able to get a tour from the inside of either one. This is not just because it's after-dark, but also because U. S. Capitol visitor center tickets or White House group visits must be arranged well in advance, and it has to be done through the proper channels.
Inside or out, a good close look at these majestic monuments is more than enough to feel the thrill and awe that comes with being surrounded by greatness. A tour that sets off from the Old Post Office or the Capitol will then continue to the WW II Memorial. Next up is the Vietnam War Memorial, and then on to see Lincoln. It's a tradition to take pictures on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, with a larger-than-life Honest Abe providing the backdrop.
After a stop at the Korean War Memorial, the next in line is Thomas Jefferson on the south bank of the Potomac's tidal basin. This monument is widely acknowledged as being among the nation's best architectural landmarks. It was built to resemble the third President's Virginia abode, and inspired by the ancient Roman Pantheon. The columns, the 19-ft bronze likeness of Jefferson and the massive dome above are not to be missed by visitors in DC.
Next up is the FDR Memorial, which is decidedly more "touristy" than just historic. Each of these four rooms has its own waterfall. Each one is symbolic of the challenges and signature events such as the Great Depression and WW II that shaped President Roosevelt's tumultuous terms.
Next up is the Iowa Jima Memorial, followed by the King Memorial which comes under the area earmarked for the National Mall, making it a twofer. Another notable point about this particular attraction is its address. It's on 1964 Independence Avenue, which is the same year that the Civil Rights bill finally became the law of the land and Dr. King's dream was fulfilled.
The last stop on the tour is the White House, which is off-limits to tourists, but still well worth a look from the outside. Obviously, night tours of Washington D. C. Can cover much more ground, and there's a whole lot more to see if there's still time left over before the sun comes up. A walk on the Georgetown waterfront, for example, comes highly recommended.
There are many options as to which attractions and sights to include, and how to go about visiting each of them. In other words, tourists get to choose the itinerary and the mode of transport. Take a nice walk in the moonlight with an expert tour guide, hit the main spots by bus with audio narration, or enjoy the pleasure of a trolley ride.
The best and most efficient way to take this tour is to begin at either the White House or the U. S. Capitol. Note that visitors won't be able to get a tour from the inside of either one. This is not just because it's after-dark, but also because U. S. Capitol visitor center tickets or White House group visits must be arranged well in advance, and it has to be done through the proper channels.
Inside or out, a good close look at these majestic monuments is more than enough to feel the thrill and awe that comes with being surrounded by greatness. A tour that sets off from the Old Post Office or the Capitol will then continue to the WW II Memorial. Next up is the Vietnam War Memorial, and then on to see Lincoln. It's a tradition to take pictures on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, with a larger-than-life Honest Abe providing the backdrop.
After a stop at the Korean War Memorial, the next in line is Thomas Jefferson on the south bank of the Potomac's tidal basin. This monument is widely acknowledged as being among the nation's best architectural landmarks. It was built to resemble the third President's Virginia abode, and inspired by the ancient Roman Pantheon. The columns, the 19-ft bronze likeness of Jefferson and the massive dome above are not to be missed by visitors in DC.
Next up is the FDR Memorial, which is decidedly more "touristy" than just historic. Each of these four rooms has its own waterfall. Each one is symbolic of the challenges and signature events such as the Great Depression and WW II that shaped President Roosevelt's tumultuous terms.
Next up is the Iowa Jima Memorial, followed by the King Memorial which comes under the area earmarked for the National Mall, making it a twofer. Another notable point about this particular attraction is its address. It's on 1964 Independence Avenue, which is the same year that the Civil Rights bill finally became the law of the land and Dr. King's dream was fulfilled.
The last stop on the tour is the White House, which is off-limits to tourists, but still well worth a look from the outside. Obviously, night tours of Washington D. C. Can cover much more ground, and there's a whole lot more to see if there's still time left over before the sun comes up. A walk on the Georgetown waterfront, for example, comes highly recommended.
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