Washington DC Night Memorials Walking Tour with Skyline View
Experience Washington, DC by night on this 2-hour walking tour that begins with a stunning panoramic skyline view from Arlington Ridge. Stroll across the Arlington Memorial Bridge and explore iconic memorials, including the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, and World War II Memorial, with the monuments beautifully reflected in the glimmering pools along the National Mall. End at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, illuminated along the Tidal Basin, for a magical view of DC’s skyline and historic monuments — perfect for photographers, couples, and first-time visitors. Your guide will share fascinating stories and historical insights that bring each memorial to life. With peaceful nighttime streets and softly lit monuments, this tour offers a quiet, intimate perspective of the city that you won’t get during the busy daytime hours.
Departure Point
- Tour meets at the Netherlands Carillon, located on Arlington Ridge in Arlington, Virginia, directly across the Potomac River from Washington, DC.Guests will meet at the base of the Carillon bells, on the paved plaza near the flagpoles, next to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial.
- Tour meets at the Netherlands Carillon, located on Arlington Ridge in Arlington, Virginia, directly across the Potomac River from Washington, DC.Guests will meet at the base of the Carillon bells, on the paved plaza near the flagpoles, next to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Netherlands CarillonMemorial Parkway, , Arlington, VirginiaElevated viewpoint offering a panoramic nighttime skyline of Washington, DCDuration: Not AvailableStop At: U.S. Marine Corps War MemorialArlington Blvd. and Meade St, , Arlington, VirginiaIconic illuminated statue honoring the U.S. MarinesDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Potomac RiverWashington DC, District of ColumbiaScenic nighttime views while crossing Arlington Memorial BridgeDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Arlington Memorial Bridge & AvenueArlington Memorial Bridge, Between Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaHistoric bridge connecting Virginia to Washington, DC with monument viewsDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Lincoln Memorial2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaOne of DC’s most powerful illuminated landmarksDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaThe reflective black granite wall seen under soft nighttime lightingDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Korean War Veterans Memorial10 Daniel French Dr SW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaLife-size statues dramatically lit after darkDuration: Not AvailableStop At: World War II Memorial InformationWashington, DC 20004Grand fountains and pillars glowing at nightDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Washington Monument2 15th St. NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaSeen illuminated from multiple vantage points along the routeDuration: Not AvailableStop At: The National Mall2 15th St NW, , Washington DC, District of ColumbiaOpen green space lined with iconic monuments and city lightsDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Capitol Reflecting PoolNational Mall, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaNighttime reflections of the Lincoln Memorial and Washington MonumentDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaThe Wall, softly lit and reflective after darkDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial1850 West Basin Drive SW, Near West Basin Drive SW & Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaThe Stone of Hope illuminated along the Tidal BasinDuration: Not AvailableAdditional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Nighttime photo stops at the best viewpoints
- Guided visits to illuminated memorials Lincoln Memorial, World War II Memorial
- 2-hour guided nighttime walking tour of Washington, DC
- Panoramic DC skyline view from Arlington Ridge (Netherlands Carillon area)
- Transportation to or from the meeting point
- Entry inside monuments or memorial buildings (all stops are externally viewed)
- Gratuities for the guide (optional, but appreciated)
Experience Washington, DC by night on this 2-hour walking tour that begins with a stunning panoramic skyline view from Arlington Ridge. Stroll across the Arlington Memorial Bridge and explore iconic memorials, including the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, and World War II Memorial, with the monuments beautifully reflected in the glimmering pools along the National Mall. End at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, illuminated along the Tidal Basin, for a magical view of DC’s skyline and historic monuments — perfect for photographers, couples, and first-time visitors. Your guide will share fascinating stories and historical insights that bring each memorial to life. With peaceful nighttime streets and softly lit monuments, this tour offers a quiet, intimate perspective of the city that you won’t get during the busy daytime hours.
Departure Point
- Tour meets at the Netherlands Carillon, located on Arlington Ridge in Arlington, Virginia, directly across the Potomac River from Washington, DC.Guests will meet at the base of the Carillon bells, on the paved plaza near the flagpoles, next to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial.
- Tour meets at the Netherlands Carillon, located on Arlington Ridge in Arlington, Virginia, directly across the Potomac River from Washington, DC.Guests will meet at the base of the Carillon bells, on the paved plaza near the flagpoles, next to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Netherlands CarillonMemorial Parkway, , Arlington, VirginiaElevated viewpoint offering a panoramic nighttime skyline of Washington, DCDuration: Not AvailableStop At: U.S. Marine Corps War MemorialArlington Blvd. and Meade St, , Arlington, VirginiaIconic illuminated statue honoring the U.S. MarinesDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Potomac RiverWashington DC, District of ColumbiaScenic nighttime views while crossing Arlington Memorial BridgeDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Arlington Memorial Bridge & AvenueArlington Memorial Bridge, Between Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaHistoric bridge connecting Virginia to Washington, DC with monument viewsDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Lincoln Memorial2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaOne of DC’s most powerful illuminated landmarksDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaThe reflective black granite wall seen under soft nighttime lightingDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Korean War Veterans Memorial10 Daniel French Dr SW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaLife-size statues dramatically lit after darkDuration: Not AvailableStop At: World War II Memorial InformationWashington, DC 20004Grand fountains and pillars glowing at nightDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Washington Monument2 15th St. NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaSeen illuminated from multiple vantage points along the routeDuration: Not AvailableStop At: The National Mall2 15th St NW, , Washington DC, District of ColumbiaOpen green space lined with iconic monuments and city lightsDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Capitol Reflecting PoolNational Mall, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaNighttime reflections of the Lincoln Memorial and Washington MonumentDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Vietnam Veterans Memorial5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaThe Wall, softly lit and reflective after darkDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial1850 West Basin Drive SW, Near West Basin Drive SW & Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC, District of ColumbiaThe Stone of Hope illuminated along the Tidal BasinDuration: Not AvailableAdditional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Nighttime photo stops at the best viewpoints
- Guided visits to illuminated memorials Lincoln Memorial, World War II Memorial
- 2-hour guided nighttime walking tour of Washington, DC
- Panoramic DC skyline view from Arlington Ridge (Netherlands Carillon area)
- Transportation to or from the meeting point
- Entry inside monuments or memorial buildings (all stops are externally viewed)
- Gratuities for the guide (optional, but appreciated)
Need To Know Info
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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