The Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

4.9/5 (227 reviews) Washington DC from Babylon Tours DC
  • Duration2h 30m
  • Max Travelers8 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryExcellent Quality, Historical Tours

Overview

The 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour will introduce you to the history of flight in the United States that eventually landed a man on the moon. Take one giant leap into the unique collection at the National Air and Space Museum, covering the United States’ world famous space program.

Highlights generally include (as long as not on loan or being restored):
-1903 Wright Flyer
-1909 Wright Military Flyer
-Spirit of St. Louis
-Jackie Cochran T-38 Talon
-Alan Shepard space suit
-Freedom 7 capsule
-Neil Armstrong space suit
-Apollo 11 Columbia capsule
-Filming model of Star Trek Enterprise
-Filming model of Star Wars X-Wing

What's Not included

  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)

  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

  • The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum explores everything from the dawn of flight to the Space Race and moon landings. Join an expert guide to discover the pioneers, astronauts, and innovations that changed history. Stand before the original Wright Flyer and Charles Lindberghu2019s Spirit of St. Louis, then journey into the space age with iconic artifacts connected to Mercury, Apollo, Skylab, and the Space Shuttle programs.nnLearn how America reached the moon, see spacecraft and astronaut equipment up close, and uncover the stories behind some of the most important achievements in aviation and space exploration.nnHighlights may include:nnu2014 Wright Flyer (original)nu2014 Apollo 11 spacesuitnu2014 Lunar Module (backup)nu2014 John Glennu2019s Mercury capsulenu2014 Spirit of St. Louis (original)nu2014 Bell X-1 (original)nu2014 Hubble Telescope test vehiclenu2014 Skylab (backup)nu2014 Space Shuttle mid-deck model

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)

  • Notes: (PLEASE NOTE: The Air & Space museum is currently under massive construction and will remain as such for multiple years. This means that Many of the exhibits we describe may NOT be on display. We adjust our tour based on the changing stages of this renovation, and the exhibits that are available to us. here is a link for there website if you would like an updated list of what you may see during your visit: https://airandspace.si.edu/exhibitions/now-view Thank you for understanding.) 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 before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

Reviews

4.9/5 227 reviews
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