Small Group Guided Tour: The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
2 to 2.30 Hours
Mobile Ticket
Hotel Pickup Offered
No
English
Language Offered
×Offered in
Overview
Take one giant leap into the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, on a 2.5-hour small group tour that covers the early history of flight, and the modern-day life of an astronaut. This group is limited to 8 people, and explores a collection that includes everything from space suits, to moon rocks, and a model of the International Space Station.
Choice of morning or afternoon departure
2.5-hour museum tour
Learn about the history of aviation
See objects from the U.S. space program
Small group limited to 8 people
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Semi-Private Museum Tour
"Semi-Private"Â Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum
Professional Art Historian Guide
Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours
Exclusions
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Departure & Return
Departure point
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Departure Time
10am
What To Expect
Make your way to the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall, where this tour begins, close to DC attractions and public transport. Meet a guide and small group - the group is limited to 8 people to ensure a personal experience for each participant - and set out on a specially-designed route through the museum. Start at the beginning, with the very first plane to take flight, then see the Spirit of St. Louis, which aviator Charles Lindbergh flew from New York to Paris in 1927. See Buzz Aldrin's space suit and moon boots, the Apollo 11 Command Module, and rocks brought back from the moon landing. Learn about the technology and innovation that drives the United States' space program, and about what it means to be an astronaut today. This 2.5-hour tour concludes at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, where you can keep exploring on your own, or visit the gift shop to try freeze dried ice cream.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Notes: Air & Space Museum 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.