Group Size
Max 8
Tour Duration
2.5 Hours
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Free Cancellation upto 24 Hrs
Highlights Generally Include (as long the exhibit is not on loan or being restored):
• 1903 Wright FlyernStep back to the dawn of aviation and see the original Wright Flyer, the first powered aircraft that launched the age of flight.
• Neil Armstrong's Space Suit & Columbia CapsulenStand before the spacesuit worn by Neil Armstrong when he became the first person to walk on the Moon. Nearby, marvel at the Columbia Command Module, the only part of Apollo 11 that returned to Earth.
• Spirit of St. LouisnDiscover the aircraft that made aviation history when Charles Lindbergh completed the first solo nonstop transatlantic flight in 1927, flying from New York to Paris in the Spirit of St. Louis.
• Jackie Cochran's T-38 TalonnLearn about Jackie Cochran, one of the most accomplished female aviators in history. Her T-38 Talon, a supersonic jet trainer, reflects her record-breaking career and leadership in advancing women in aviation.
• Filming Model of the Star Wars X-WingnSee the original screen-used X-Wing model from Star Wars, one of the most recognizable spacecraft in cinematic history.
The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum showcases the milestones that shaped the modern world, from the Wright brothers' first flight to the Apollo Moon landing and beyond. With a collection that includes historic aircraft, pioneering spacecraft, and artifacts from aviation's greatest moments, this museum tells the story of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of the skies.nnOn this private tour our expert guide will lead you through the museum's most iconic exhibits. Stand before the Wright Flyer, the first powered airplane, and the Spirit of St. Louis, which carried Charles Lindbergh across the Atlantic. Get up close to Neil Armstrong's space suit and the Columbia Command Module, the only part of Apollo 11 to return from the Moon. You'll even explore the influence of science fiction with the legendary Star Wars X-Wing and the Star Trek Starship Enterprise, both of which continue to inspire real-world innovation.nnBy the end of your visit, you'll leave with a newfound appreciation for the visionaries, pilots, and astronauts who defied gravity and pushed the boundaries of what was possible. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or simply curious about the machines that changed the world, this tour will bring history to life in an unforgettable way.
• PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR (Timed entry tickets included!)
• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE
• DURATION 2.5 HOURS
• ALL ENTRANCE FEES (TIMED ENTRY TICKETS INCLUDED)
