Sherazade's Washington Monuments in Meaning
Overview
This tour is an in-depth educational experience of the history and meaning of the monuments. We will begin at the entrance point to the FDR Memorial and conclude at the Lincoln Memorial. This tour is designed as an in-depth discussion on the history of the memorials and Washington D.C. rather than a scenic stop-and-capture tour. It lasts approximately 2.5 - 3 hours and visits the following memorials/ areas:
- President Franklin D Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial
- Tidal Basin with view of the Jefferson Memorial
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Memorial
- Korea War Memorial
- Reflection Pool with view of the Washington Monument
- Vietnam War Memorial
- Vietnam's Women's Memorial
- Lincoln Memorial
What's Included
- Includes a professional, knowledgeable guide providing in-depth historical storytelling.
- Bottled water Food and drink are not included, be sure to bring water.
Meeting Location
1850 West Basin Drive Southwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
2 Lincoln Memorial Circle Northwest
Washington, DC 20002, USA
The tour concludes at the Lincoln Memorial.
What To Expect
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tidal Basin
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vietnam Women's Memorial
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lincoln Memorial
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Activity code: C-5652636P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Includes a professional, knowledgeable guide providing in-depth historical storytelling.
- Bottled water. Food and drink are not included, be sure to bring water.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sherazade's Washington Monuments in Meaning is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sherazade’s Washington Monuments in Meaning will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Includes a professional, knowledgeable guide providing in-depth historical storytelling.
- Bottled waterFood and drink are not included, be sure to bring water.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
