On board the orange and green trolley and get the opportunity to know the past, present, and future of Washington DC. The capital is home to several iconic landmarks and history that you must know. Do not forget to relish delicious food on your travel. It is a perfect place to spend a long vacation. Pass by the United States Capitol Building, the Supreme Court, the Museum of American History, several Smithsonian museums, and Ford’s theater. At a single stop, you can explore Lincoln’s Memorial. Let’s know what you can cover on this tour.
United States Capitol Building: The Capitol building is home to the United States legislature. Here are many politicians and lawmakers that assist in deciding the well-being of the country. It is one of the best buildings that must be witnessed. This is something you should not miss.
The Supreme Court: The Supreme Court building is at One First Street NE in DC. It was completed in 1935 and is a permanent home of the Court. The building is closed on federal holidays and weekends.
Smithsonian Museums: There are 19 museums so you can pass by many Smithsonian Museums on this Old Trolley City Tour.
Lincoln Memorial: This memorial is dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln and is a popular tourist attraction in Washington DC. Here you can witness larger than life statue of Abraham Lincoln which is famous among tourists. Walls are etched with Lincoln’s two famous speeches and attract history buffs. Admire the architecture and 38 Doric columns which showcase the states in the Union during the period of President Lincoln’s death.
Museum of American History: This is a famous Smithsonian museum that is a mark of the social, political, cultural, scientific, and technological development of the United States from the past to the present. The museum is worth visiting as there are more than three million articles and historical objects displayed. All these showcase evolutions of the American identity. The museum’s collection is fascinating and eye-catching.
Ford’s Theatre: This is the place where Abraham Lincoln was assassinated on April 14, 1865. At Ford’s theater, the assassination comes to life this theater was closed for 103 years but was restored and re-opened in 1968. The Theater is working and hosts several plays that serve as a tribute to President Abraham Lincoln. All the plays are hosted by esteemed playwriters, artists, and actors. It is home to the Lincoln Museum where visitors can witness conspiracy planned by John Wilkes Booth. He was a supporter of the Confederate States of America and a conspiracy was planned to kill the Secretary of State, President, the Vice President.
Old Town Trolley Stops in Washington DC:
1. UNION STATION
2. THE WHITE HOUSE NATIONAL JAPANESE AMERICAN MEMORIAL
3. U.S. CAPITOL
4. SMITHSONIAN AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM
5. THE WHARF - BOARDING FOR WATER TAXI BOAT CRUISE
6. INTERNATIONAL SPY MUSEUM
7. WASHINGTON MUSEUM
8. JEFFERSON MONUMENT
9. FDR MEMORIAL/MLK JR. MEMORIAL
10. LINCOLN MEMORIAL
11. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY
12. NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY/AFRICAN ART MUSEUM
13. WASHINGTON WELCOME CENTER
14. THE WHITE HOUSE
15. NATIONAL ARCHIVES