Semi-Private tour of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum
The National Air and Space Museum will teach you everything about the early history of flight to the Space Race and moon landings. You’ll visit the Apollo 11 Command Module exhibit and get to see actual moon rocks, the National Air and Space Museum has some of the most extraordinary artifacts. At the museum, there will be early models of planes like the Wright Brother’s aircraft and the Spirit of St. Louis, which crossed the Atlantic Ocean before such an accomplishment was possible. You will uncover the facts on the disappearance of well-known pilot Amelia Earhart as well. Visit a real space shuttle and see spacesuits worn by astronauts working on the Hubble telescope and discover the history of the pioneering program that through innovation and technology that made it possible to land a man on the moon. Before you depart from the tour, grab some freeze-dried ice cream in the gift shop to top off the astronaut experience.
Highlights
- Learn about the early history of flight to the Space Race and moon landings
- Visit a real space shuttle and see space suits worn by astronauts
- See the Apollo 11 Command Module exhibit and get to see actual moon rocks
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
3 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Semi-private guided tour
- Expert guide
- Entrance fees
Not included
- Tips (optional)
- Food and drink
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Where you'll meet
Your guide will meet you 10 minutes before the tour starts at the base of the sculpture in front of the Air & Space building entrance (the entrance facing the lawn of the DC Mall).
Operated by
BABYLON TOUR INC
Important information
* Semi-private tours have 8 guests per guide for a more intimate and personalized experience
* Semi-private tour has a minimum requirement of 2 participants to run (an alternative date or full refund will be offered if the minimum is not met)
* No large bags or suitcases are allowed
* A moderate amount of walking is involved. A semi-private tour is not available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
* Occasional closures occur without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, guests will be provided with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1 hour from the tour starting time. In these cases, there will be no refunds or discounts
* At checkout, please provide full names, mobile phone number and email you can be reached at during your trip
* Cancellation policy: Guests can cancel up to 72 hours before the tour’s start time for a full refund. Otherwise, guests can reschedule for a fee, depending on the tour and the availability
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