White House & National Mall Highlights with Lincoln Memorial

Explore America’s founding landmarks on this Washington DC walking tour including the White House, National Mall, and Lincoln Memorial.

Tour Overview

See a collection of Washington DC’s most famous sights on this fully guided informative walking tour that includes the magnificent White House, WWII Memorial, The mesmerizing Lincoln Memorial, The Washington Monument and Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial.

Meet your guide and small group at the stately Andrew Jackson statue in Lafayette Park to begin a fully guided tour of top Washington DC attractions. This tour starts with an exhilarating exterior visit to the White House from both the north and south as your guide shares facts and anecdotes about US presidents. There will be plenty of time to capture incredible photos — and see the National Christmas Tree in season — as you amble through The Ellipse, the 52-acre (21-hectare) park just south of the White House.

Continue to the expansive National Mall to observe many of DC’s most famous memorials and monuments. See the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial and Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial, pausing to hear about the history of each of these major landmarks and take pictures. Conclude your 2.5-hour tour on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and delight in a panoramic view of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and National Mall. Linger at this remarkable vantage point to take in unforgettable views and plan the rest of your visit to the capital of the USA.

What's Included

  • Tour is led by an expert English-speaking local D.C. guide

Highlights

  • See the White House up close in the presence of an expert local DC guide who can share all the insights of the Whitehouse
  • Enjoy and exhilarating walk along the National Mall to see its many highlights
  • Visit the WWII Memorial, the Vietnam Memorial and Lincoln Memorial

Languages

  • English

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does LetzGo's White House and National Mall Highlights with Lincoln Memorial tour include?

LetzGo’s 2.5-hour guided tour begins at Lafayette Park, around the Andrew Jackson statue, with exterior views of the White House from both north and south sides. Your guide shares context about U.S. presidents and the White House area, including The Ellipse and the National Christmas Tree when in season. The walk then continues along the National Mall, covering the Washington Monument, the World War II Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial before concluding at the Lincoln Memorial with views over the Reflecting Pool.

Does LetzGo's tour include views from both the north and south sides of the White House?

Yes, LetzGo’s guide takes the group to both the north and south viewpoints of the White House. The north side, viewed from Lafayette Square, is the public-facing facade you see most often in photographs. The south side view, from The Ellipse, gives you the Portico and the South Lawn, the scene of countless historic moments, and also the location of the National Christmas Tree when in season. Interior access to the White House is not available through tour operators and requires advance arrangement through a Congressional representative.

What memorials does LetzGo's National Mall tour visit between the White House and Lincoln Memorial?

Between the White House and the Lincoln Memorial, LetzGo’s National Mall tour visits the Washington Monument, the World War II Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a black granite V-shape inscribed with the names of Americans who died or went missing in Vietnam. The 2.5-hour tour is conducted on foot along the flat, paved National Mall. Comfortable walking shoes are essential. Morning departures are recommended for the best light on the Reflecting Pool and the Lincoln Memorial steps, where Dr Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his ‘I Have a Dream’ speech in 1963.

What is the cancellation and rescheduling policy?

We offer free cancellation and free rescheduling on all bookings made more than 24 hours before your scheduled tour departure time. If your plans change, simply contact us as early as possible and we will rebook you onto another available date at no additional charge.

Cancellations or changes requested less than 24 hours before departure are not possible, and the booking will be treated as non-refundable. This policy exists because our tours operate with a limited number of guests, and last-minute cancellations prevent us from offering the spot to other travellers.

We strongly recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred date, particularly during peak travel seasons (June to September) when availability fills quickly. If you are booking for a group, please contact us directly before completing your booking so we can advise on availability and any group-specific arrangements.

Is this tour accessible for guests with reduced mobility or physical limitations?

We want to be transparent about this so that every guest can make an informed decision before booking. This tour is not currently recommended for guests using wheelchairs, motorised scooters or other mobility assistance devices. The tour route includes a significant amount of walking and covers surfaces that can be challenging, including cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs across both venues.

Strollers and baby carriages cannot be accommodated on this tour.

We also ask that all participants be in good general health. If you have a medical condition or are not accustomed to regular exercise, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking.

If you have specific mobility concerns and are unsure whether this tour is right for you, please contact us before booking — we will always advise honestly based on your situation, and we can explore whether alternative tour options or arrangements may be more suitable.

Email us on: info@letzgocitytours.com if you need further assistance.