Embark on an exclusive guided tour of the National Archives and delve into the turbulent history of the United States. Explore preserved documents and letters that shaped this influential world power.
Embark on an exclusive guided tour of the National Archives and delve into the turbulent history of the United States. Explore preserved documents and letters that shaped this influential world power.
- The National Archives Museum - Enter the neoclassical building that acts as a temple to American history. Once inside, your expert guide will take you through the National Archives Rotunda to learn about the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution while observing the original documents. These papers, alongside the Bill of Rights and the…
- The National Archives Museum - Enter the neoclassical building that acts as a temple to American history. Once inside, your expert guide will take you through the National Archives Rotunda to learn about the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution while observing the original documents. These papers, alongside the Bill of Rights and the Federalist Papers, are all signed by the prominent statesmen and founding fathers like Alexander Hamilton. Moving to the Public Vaults Exhibits, you’ll come face to face with letters from George Washington and John F. Kennedy. You’ll even see the Emancipation Proclamation, which, in 1863, led to the abolishment of slavery. Finally, in the Rubenstein Gallery, you’ll examine more historical documents like the Magna Carta of 1297, written well before the United States was even conceived, yet pivotal in influencing the other documents that you’ll experience in the Archives. By the end, you will have witnessed firsthand the humble documentation that created the world’s most powerful country.

- Exclusive Tour Guide (Not for semi-private option)
- Skip-the-Line Access to Rotunda (Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights)
- Wheelchair Friendly (Not for semi-private option)
- Skip-the-Line VIP All Access Guided Museum Tour
- Priority Entry into Archives Building
- Tour Duration: 2 - 2.5 Hours
- Exclusive Tour Guide (Not for semi-private option)
- Skip-the-Line Access to Rotunda (Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights)
- Wheelchair Friendly (Not for semi-private option)
- Skip-the-Line VIP All Access Guided Museum Tour
- Priority Entry into Archives Building
- Tour Duration: 2 - 2.5 Hours
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Skip-the-Line VIP All Access Tour
Explore the United States’ dynamic history with a visit to the National Archives. This exclusive 2 to 2.5-hour guided museum tour delves into the documents and letters that have shaped this young yet highly influential nation.
What does VIP Access include?
- Priority entry to the Archives Building without waiting…
Skip-the-Line VIP All Access Tour
Explore the United States’ dynamic history with a visit to the National Archives. This exclusive 2 to 2.5-hour guided museum tour delves into the documents and letters that have shaped this young yet highly influential nation.
What does VIP Access include?
- Priority entry to the Archives Building without waiting in line
- Priority access to the Rotunda to view the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights without waiting in line
- A maximum of 8 people permitted per tour allowed
- Notes: National Archives and other attractions or museums in DC may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with ‘Skip the Line’ or ‘No Wait’ access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.