Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to make a reservation?
A: Reservations for groups of 6 or less are not required, but appreciated.  Reservations help us determine the number of guides we need to ensure that our groups remain manageable and enjoyable, and allows us to notify you of changes due to weather or anything that could disturb the tours.   Groups of 10 or more must contact us before making a reservation. 

Click here to make a reservation or multiple reservations           

1. Choose the DC tab, then the date, and provide # of guests and press UPDATE.
2. Choose your desired tour.  If you would like to book multiple tours, please choose the city tab and choose again BEFORE pressing "Book Now".
3. Provide an email for confirmation. If you can't be reached by email on the day of the tour, please provide a mobile number.

Q: Do the tours ever get cancelled for weather?
A: The show must go on! Dress appropriately for the conditions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.  However, extreme weather (blizzards, prolonged heavy rain, etc) may cancel or postpone the tour.  Please contact us or check the website for updates.    

Q: What is an appropriate tip or gratuity? 
A: Another good question. Since our tours are free, we work for tips only. You get to decide how much to tip based on how much you enjoyed the tour. With that said, we average about $10 tip per person on our 2 hour tours. However, we like to think of our tours as "name your own price". You let us know what you think. Don't like the tour? Don't waste your money! Love it? Then we appreciate whatever you feel is fair. How can you beat that?

Q: Where can we park near the tour?
A: Parking near the monuments is limited. The best websites that that we have found for information on parking are listed below:

DC Parking Info,  Georgetown Parking Info

Q: Which Metro stop should we use to get to and from the Mall tour?
A: The nearest Metro station to the start of the "More than Just Monuments Walking Tour" is the Federal Triangle station (blue and orange lines). Click Here for a map and walking directions from this station to the tour starting point.

A: The nearest Metro station to the end of the "More than Just Monuments Walking Tour" is the Foggy Bottom station (blue and orange lines). Click Here for a map and directions from the tour ending point to this station.

Q: How long are the walks?
A: Most of the tours are a little over one mile in length.

Q: Do kids like these tours?
A: Yes! All of our tours are suitable for children.  All our tours are stroller and wheelchair friendly.

Q: What is the difference between a private More than Just Monuments (MJM) and a private MJM-Plus Tours?
A: The More than just Monuments Tour as a private booking is identical to our public MJM tour.  The plus adds stops to the White House, Franklin Deleno Roosevelt and Thomas Jefferson Memorials and lasts 3-4 hours.  The Plus tour can also be altered to substitute stops for others not mentioned.   

Q: I bought tickets on your website. Now I can't go. Can I get a refund?
A: Yes, but you must give us 48 hour advanced notice from when your tour starts.

Q: Can we bring our dog?
A: We love dogs! We welcome dogs on our tours as long as they are on a leash and are well behaved. If your dog becomes a problem, we may have to ask you to leave the tour.

Q: How can I go inside the White House?
A: You need to contact your congressman months in advanced to see if they will hook you up.

Q: How much does it cost to do a private tour with DC By Foot?
A: Check our "Private/Group Tours" link for details.

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