History

Ostia Antica

Ostia Antica

Visit the ancient Roman town of Ostia, once Rome’s principal trading port, which played a vital role in the commercial development of the Empire. Much of this working town had been excavated to...
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Explore the wonders of the natural world at the Museum of Natural History. Through fascinating collections, exhibitions and education outreach programmes, you’ll be able to examine more than 126...
US Marine Corps War Memorial

US Marine Corps War Memorial

Discover the meaning behind the famous photograph at the US Marine Corps War Memorial. Featuring the six men who raised the second American flag over Iwo Jima, it honours all of the Marines who have...

US Holocaust Memorial Museum

A living memorial to the Holocaust, the museum is one of the world’s leading museums and centre of research and education for the persecution of the Jews and the victims of Nazi racial policies....
Library of Congress

Library of Congress

The Library of Congress is the nation’s first established cultural institution and the largest library in the world. It houses millions of key historic documents, including the draft of the US...
The Pentagon

The Pentagon

Take a 1-hour tour of the Pentagon, Headquarters of the Department of Defense. The tour includes a 1.49 mile walk through the building, including the mission of the Department of Defense and each of...
Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon

An iconic landmark, Mount Vernon is a constant reminder of the life and legacy of George Washington. Offering numerous engaging and immersive tours around the estate, Mount Vernon proves to be a...
Washington Monument

Washington Monument

Built to honour George Washington, the first president of the United States, the obelisk-shaped memorial stands 555-feet high in the centre of the National Mall and serves as an inspiring reminder of...
Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery

The grounds of Arlington National Cemetery honour those who have served the American nation by providing a peaceful, scenic resting place for over 400,000 active duty service members, veterans and...
Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture

The museum is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. Having collected over 36,000 artefacts, it explores what it means to be...
Lincoln Memorial

Lincoln Memorial

Explore the larger than life memorial to one of America’s most iconic Presidents, Abraham Lincoln. Stand in awe of the mighty statue, read the memorial’s inscriptions and contemplate its...
Fords Theatre

Ford’s Theatre

Learn the story of Lincoln’s remarkable presidency, explore the museum’s artefacts and stories of his assassination and honour the man whose words and deeds have inspired generations of...