The 6 Best Skip-the-Line Tickets in Washington DC

1.Skip-the-line National Archives Building Exclusive Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $105Our pick

Explore the National Archives with a private guide such as Annemarie, Donna, Meghan, or Ryan. In 1.5 to 2 hours, see the Constitution, Declaration, Bill of Rights, Emancipation Proclamation, Magna Carta, and historic letters. Groups of up to eight receive a focused, wheelchair-friendly tour.

“Our guide Ryan was very knowledgeable and our tour was outstanding. We would highly recommend this tour of the National Archives.”

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2.National Archives Skip the Line Guided Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 196 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $105

Spend 1.5 to 2 hours inside the National Archives with a guide and a group capped at eight. See the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, Magna Carta, presidential letters, and civil rights documents, with guides such as Brenda, Donna, Richard, Bess, and Maribeth bringing the displays to life.

“Donna was knowledgeable and made the history come alive. An educational experience. Would definitely recommend her and this tour.”

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3.VIP National Archives Skip-The-Line Guided Tour 6 ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 126 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $59

Meet your guide at the Unscripted Tours DC office, then walk to the National Archives for a one-hour visit. Guides such as James, Pam, Andrew, Shane, Meg, and Nick explain the founding documents, murals, Magna Carta, and lesser-known details. Optional American History and National Portrait Gallery tours are also available.

“Nick was AMAZING! I wish he could go with us all over DC. He was so knowledgeable and kept the tour very entertaining! 100000 stars for Nick!”

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4.National Archives Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $59

Meet Unscripted Tours near 7th Street for a small-group visit to the National Archives. Your English-speaking guide leads you past the entry line to the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, explains the building’s art and overlooked details, then leaves you free to explore.

“Very informative and great way to skip the line. Our guide, Meg, was a great guide. She shared lots of interesting history.”

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5.National Archives Skip the Line Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $111

Spend two hours inside Washington’s National Archives with an English-speaking guide such as Donna, Meghan, or Maribeth. See the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights, Magna Carta, Rosa Parks’ citation, and presidential letters in a private or small group of up to eight.

“Best guide we had, with a 10 year old, in DC> He is exceptional.”

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6.Skip the Line National Archives and US Capitol Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · from $53Best value

Start at the National Archives with reserved entry, then walk through the Sculpture Garden and National Mall to the US Capitol. English-speaking guides such as Jesse, Faith, Ryan, and Amanda bring added context to the documents and buildings. Expect hills, steady walking, and a group of no more than 10.

“Our guide was so personable and very informative. We loved seeing the American Documents and our kids really enjoyed the Capitol tour.”

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