--- title: Two Smithsonian Museums American & Natural History Private Tour slug: two-smithsonian-museums-american-natural-history-private-tour-washington-dc type: attraction sub_type: walking tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/two-smithsonian-museums-american-natural-history-private-tour-washington-dc city: Washington DC state: DC country: US address: 1300 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, National Museum of American History geo: lat: 38.89127 lng: -77.03005 duration: up to 3 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 4 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:44:08.214Z price_from: amount: 362.5 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 9 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Private Museums Tour price: 362.5 regular_price: 363 savings: 0.5 ticket_types: - name: "Solo: 1 Adult (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Couple: 2 Adults (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Family: 1 Adult, 1 Child (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Family: 1 Adult, 2 Children (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Family: 1 Adult, 3 Children (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Family: 2 Adults, 1 Child (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Family: 2 Adults, 2 Children (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Family: 2 Adults, 3 Children (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Family: 2 Adults, 4 Children (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Group: 3 Adults (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Group: 4 Adults (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Group: 5 Adults (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 - name: "Group: 6 Adults (18+ yrs)" min_age: 18 --- ## Overview Uncover the treasures of America’s story and natural wonders on this private walking tour of the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of Natural History in Washington DC, led by an expert guide. ## What's Included - A private English-speaking guide for your group - Fully narrated tour of the National Museum of American History and the Museum of Natural History - Admission to both Smithsonian Museums (free) ## What's Not Included - Food, drink, and gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off ## Ticket Options - **Private Museums Tour** — $362.50 (regularly $363.00, save $0.50) Discover the National Museum of American History and the Museum of Natural History on a private half-day walking tour. Enjoy guided entry to both museums with a professional English-speaking guide, ample photo opportunities, and a deep dive into fascinating exhibits. - Solo: 1 Adult (18+ yrs) - Couple: 2 Adults (18+ yrs) - Family: 1 Adult, 1 Child (18+ yrs) - Family: 1 Adult, 2 Children (18+ yrs) - Family: 1 Adult, 3 Children (18+ yrs) - Family: 2 Adults, 1 Child (18+ yrs) - Family: 2 Adults, 2 Children (18+ yrs) - Family: 2 Adults, 3 Children (18+ yrs) - Family: 2 Adults, 4 Children (18+ yrs) - Group: 3 Adults (18+ yrs) - Group: 4 Adults (18+ yrs) - Group: 5 Adults (18+ yrs) - Group: 6 Adults (18+ yrs) ## Good to Know * The tour begins at the National Museum of American History. * Expect a walking tour; wear comfortable shoes. * The tour lasts approximately 3.5 hours. * Photography is encouraged, but flash may not be permitted in some areas. * The museums feature climate-controlled indoor environments. * The meeting point is near the Information Desk inside the National Museum of American History. * Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. * Wear layers of clothing and comfortable walking shoes. * The tour is family-friendly and enjoyable for all ages. * Both Smithsonian museums are fully wheelchair accessible and offer free manual wheelchairs on a first-come, first-serve basis. * Only service animals are allowed inside the museums. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations - See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the tour of Smithsonian museums-Washington DC depart from? Your guide will meet you beside the Information Desk inside the National Museum of American History, 1300 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560. ### How long is the private Smithsonian museums tour? Private tour in Washington lasts approximately 3 hours. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to tour start. ### What can I bring inside the Smithsonian museums? Mobility aids, strollers, cameras, and bottled water are allowed inside the museum. All bags are subject to search, so only bring the essentials to get through security quicker. ### What can't I bring inside the Smithsonian museums? Tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, guns, knives, pen knives, scissors, aerosol cans, pepper spray, mace tools, smoking paraphernalia, electronic cigarettes, placards, signs and banners are not permitted inside the museum. ### Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us? Private Smithsonian museums tour is exclusive to you and your group, with a designated professional guide. ### Is transportation included in the ticket price? You'll explore two Smithsonian museums by foot, so transportation is not included. Hotel pick-up and drop-off are also not included in the ticket price. ### What's included in the ticket price? The private tour includes a licensed, English-speaking guide and a fully narrated tour of the National Museum of American History and the Museum of Natural History. Admission is free for both Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C. ### What should I wear for the museums tour in Washington DC? Wear layers of clothing and comfortable walking shoes. ### Is the tour family-friendly? Yes, the tour is family-friendly and enjoyable for all ages. ### Is the tour ADA accessible? Yes, the National Museum of American History and the Museum of Natural History are fully wheelchair accessible. Both Smithsonian museums offer free use of manual wheelchairs on a first-come, first-serve basis. Only service animals are allowed inside the museums.