Washington DC Self Guided Audio Experience
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Overview
Experience the nation's capital like never before with complete freedom to explore Washington DC's most captivating sites at your own rhythm, uncovering exclusive historical insights and hidden stories that traditional tours simply can't provide. Your expertly crafted audio experience delivers authentic local perspectives through masterfully narrated content that transforms each monument and landmark into a living piece of history, allowing you to pause, replay, and dive deeper into the fascinating tales that shaped America. Unlike rigid group tours, you control your journey—spend extra time at sites that captivate you, and skip crowded attractions when convenient. The crystal-clear, engaging narration brings each location to life with compelling storytelling that makes complex history accessible and entertaining, ensuring you don't just see Washington DC, but truly understand the profound stories behind every monument, building, and memorial that defines your nation's heritage.
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Washington DC Self Guided Audio Experience
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Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Private access link to the audio guide in one playlist for all 22 attractions
- Admission fee
- Private access links are valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days)
- Private access link to a tour itinerary map of 22 attractions with audio guide individually
What's not Included
- Audio devices (earphones and internet / Wi-Fi)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 1. Complete Flexibility - Tour at Your Own Pace: This is a self-guided audio tour, NOT a GPS-guided tour. You have complete freedom to choose which attractions to visit, explore in any order you prefer, start and finish wherever you like, and even split the tour across multiple days. Spend as much time as you want at each location and take breaks whenever needed.
- 2. How You'll Receive Your Tour Materials: On your selected travel date, before your start time, you'll receive two important links: one for your audio guides (SoundCloud) and one for your interactive map (Google My Maps). These links will be sent via your booking platform's messaging system, and also via iMessage/WhatsApp if you provided your phone number during booking. Important: While all links are fully functional, the booking platform may not display link previews due to platform restrictions. For the best experience with instant previews and one-click access, we strongly recommend providing your phone number during booking to receive links via WhatsApp or iMessage. This ensures smoother, faster access to your audio guides.
- 3. Using Your Audio Guides (Link 1 - SoundCloud): Open the SoundCloud link in your web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.). You'll see a playlist of all attraction audio guides organized in a suggested order. You can listen before your tour to plan which attractions interest you most, or play them as you arrive at each location. Simply scroll through the playlist, tap any attraction to play its audio guide, and use play/pause controls as needed throughout your tour.
- 4. Using Your Interactive Map (Link 2 - Google My Maps): Open the Google My Maps link in your web browser - not the Google Maps app. You'll see all attractions marked with headphone icons. Navigate by either tapping directly on any headphone icon on the map, or tapping the tour title below the map to view a complete list of attractions. When you select an attraction, a popup window appears with a clickable link to that location's audio guide.
- 5. What to Bring & Prepare: Essential items: headphones/earphones, fully charged smartphone, and internet access. Before your visit, review both links to familiarize yourself with the attractions and audio content, then decide your priorities and create your own route or follow our suggested order.
- 6. Audio Guide Language Selection: Select your preferred audio guide language during booking to guarantee delivery in that language. Language selection cannot be changed after confirmation. If your preferred language isn't available during booking, you can mention it in the Special Requirements section when placing your order. However, this request must be made at least 48 hours before your selected travel date and time. We will make our best effort to prepare your requested language, but please note this is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. For the best assurance of receiving your preferred language, always select from the available language options during the booking process.
- 7. Important Notice - Attraction Fees & Your Responsibilities: While many attractions are free to visit, some may charge fees for special sections, additional services, or general admission. It is your responsibility to check opening hours, closing times, holiday schedules, advance booking requirements, and purchase any necessary admission tickets before visiting each attraction. If you need assistance accessing or using the audio guide, please contact our customer support team.
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