Get acquainted with the history of the United States Marine Corps on this guided, 6-hour, small group tour in Washington DC. From the Marine Corps War Memorial, aka the Iwo Jima Memorial, to the Marine Barracks, Marine Corps Base Quantico, and the National Museum of the Marine Corps, expert guides provide unique and detailed information. This intimate tour provides an incredible historical experience for those with an interest in the US Marine Corps. Lunch, entry fees and a local hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
Small group ensures personal attention
Tour historical US Marine Corps sites and popular locations in Washington DC
Get to know the history of the US Marine Corps
Lunch, transportation and any necessary entry fees are included
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Entrance fees
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Parking
Private car and guide
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure point
Local hotel or accommodations or Reagan National Airport
Departure Time
9:00 start is recommended.
Return Details
Local hotel or accommodations.
What To Expect
After a Washington DC hotel pickup, the tour begins at the Marine Corps War Memorial, aka the Iwo Jima Memorial, a world-famous national monument and one of the most moving memorials in DC. The statue depicts the six soldiers who raised of the second American flag at Iwo Jima on February 23, 1945. Then at the Marine Barracks, also known as '8th & I,' roam the grounds of the oldest active post in the Marine Corps. The Barracks was founded by President Thomas Jefferson and Lieutenant Colonel William Ward Burrows, the second commandant of the Marine Corps, in 1801 and supports both ceremonial and security missions in DC. Visit multiple Marine Corps Base Quantico sites, including the Marine Corps University, a group of accredited, higher-education schools. Also, interact with uniformed Marines at the Officer Candidate School parade ground and browse the Library of the Marine Corps. Finally, stop at the historical National Museum of the Marine Corps, one of Virginia's most popular tourist attractions. And enjoy lunch at the exclusive Clubs at Quantico and Crossroads Events Center.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
A maximum of six people per booking is allowed
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.