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Smithsonian Tour: Skip-the-Line Air & Space!

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Overview

Quotes Logo Smithsonian Highlights Walking Tour w/ Reserved Air & Space Entry, located in Washington, D.C., gives a quick look at some of the best Smithsonian museums. This walking tour is perfect for people who want to see a lot in a short time. Instead of spending three days, visitors can see the highlights in just three hours! The tour goes to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the Museum of Natural History, and the Museum of American History.

The tour starts at the Unscripted Guided Tours DC Welcome Center. Guests will explore the main attractions of three different museums with a guide. The guide will share interesting stories about the museums and the Smithsonian Institution itself. Get ready to walk about one mile between museums.

This small-group tour makes sure everyone has a good view and can ask questions. The tour includes reserved, timed entry to the National Air and Space Museum. Guests will visit the Museum of Natural History and the Museum of American History. Gratuities are not included. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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See Top Smithsonian Museums: Visit the best parts of three famous museums in just 3 hours.

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Skip the Line at Air & Space: Get reserved entry to the National Air and Space Museum.

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Small Group Tour: Enjoy a more personal tour experience with a small group.

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Learn from an Expert Guide: Hear interesting stories about the museums and their collections.

Sentiment Analysis

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Customers generally enjoyed the tour for its efficiency and knowledgeable guide, though some desired more time at each museum. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers loved seeing many highlights in a short time.

    Positive Highlight Icon They appreciated the guide's knowledge and stories.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many liked skipping the long lines at the Air and Space Museum.

    Positive Highlight Icon Customers found the tour well-organized and easy to follow.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some felt the tour was too short.

    Negative Highlight Icon A few wished for more time at each museum.

The Journey

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Unscripted Guided Tours DC Welcome Center

Begin your D.C. adventure at the Unscripted Guided Tours Welcome Center, your gateway to the capital's most captivating experiences. Located at the bustling intersection of 7th and D NW, this is where your expertly curated tour begins, ensuring a seamless and enriching exploration of the city's treasures. Meet your guide and prepare for an immersive journey into the heart of American history and culture.

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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Venture into the captivating world of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, home to the legendary Hope Diamond, a breathtaking gem with a storied past. Explore the fossil lab, where paleontologists uncover secrets of prehistoric life, and marvel at "The Last American Dinosaurs" exhibit, bringing the age of dinosaurs to life. From glittering gemstones to colossal dinosaur skeletons, prepare to be amazed by the wonders of our planet's history.

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National Air and Space Museum

Prepare for lift-off at the National Air and Space Museum, where you'll enjoy reserved entry and a guided tour of the museum's most iconic exhibits. Witness the Wright 1903 Flyer, the pioneering aircraft that launched the age of aviation. Explore the original Star Trek Enterprise model, a cultural icon of space exploration, and examine actual space command modules that carried astronauts to the moon. From the earliest days of flight to the boundless reaches of space, this museum ignites the imagination and celebrates human ingenuity.

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National Museum of American History

Delve into the vibrant tapestry of American history at the National Museum of American History. With your guide, discover a treasure trove of pop culture icons, artifacts from pivotal military moments, personal items belonging to presidents and first ladies, and innovations in transportation. Experience how these objects intertwine to tell the story of a nation, from its revolutionary beginnings to its ever-evolving present. See the Star-Spangled Banner, Dorothy's ruby slippers and much more.

Know Before You Go

This Smithsonian Highlights Walking Tour includes visits to the Museum of Natural History and the Museum of American History, along with a 3-hour guided tour in Washington DC. Enjoy a small-group setting for a more personalized experience and reserved timed entry to the National Air and Space Museum. The tour does not include gratuities.

Hot Tip

Wear comfortable shoes because you'll be walking about a mile between museums! Also, remember that the tour covers a lot of ground quickly, so it's best for people who want a broad overview rather than an in-depth look at each museum.

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