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We will discuss the different philosophies of architectural preservation between Europe and the United States during the late 19th and 20th Century and how it applies to the restoration of Colonial Williamsburg. The restoration materials of Colonial Williamsburg had to appear as if they were constructed in the 18th Century. For example, the roofs of many of the reconstructed buildings were man made fire retardant composites, and the masonry emulated the original bound of the public buildings. When the Main College was rededicated as the Wren building, credit was given to the the famous English Architect, Sir Christopher Wren. However, there is no proof that this is true. The base of this building is a Flemish design as opposed to the English bond. As the Wren building stands today, it is a redesign of the building that existed in 1733. It will be a comprehensive discussion of the vision of Rev. W.A.R. Goodwin and John D. Rockfeller, Jr. that resulted in Colonial Williamsburg.

Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in four hours! Explore Washington DC with a professional tour guide on this four-hour day tour. We will go over the history of Washington DC with you and give you details about each of the iconic landmarks that we stop at. You will be dropped off and picked back up as close to each of the sites as possible. You will have plenty of time to walk around each site and to take photos. We will stop at these ten iconic sites. - United States Capitol Building - White House - World War II Memorial - Washington Monument - Jefferson Memorial - Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial - Ford's Theatre - Lincoln Memorial - Reflecting Pool - Vietnam Veterans Memorial Pick up and drop off is at the Washington Grand Hyatt. You will meet your guide in front of the Starbucks at 11th and H St NW and board a 12 passenger high-roof transit van that will transport you to 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks.

The DC Memorials and Monuments is a comprehensive tour of the Monuments and Memorials with experienced tour guide. Guests will visit all the Monuments and Memorials while learning fascinating facts from our tour guide, making your visit a memorable one.

Learn about the life of George Washington, first president of the United States, on this guided tour of Mount Vernon, Washington’s home of more than 40 years. On your visit to this famous historical site, explore the mansion, gardens, farms and other buildings that show what colonial life was like on the grand estate. The tour includes a bus trip through Old Town Alexandria to see several key historical attractions including places that George Washington visited in his day.

We specialize on spots with the most fantastic sights and illustrious monuments for you to gaze upon and wonder the history behind it. Of course professional guide/chauffeurs explain important history and lead the tour.

Our tour focuses on the other side of Washington D.C. to see and learn about our hidden gems and culture in our nation's capital. Begin the tour driving through neighborhoods as we make our way to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception- the largest Roman Catholic church in North America. You will be guided through over 70 chapels where each representing the Virgin Mary based on each country's faith and culture. You will be fascinated by the architecture, beauty, and brilliance of the Basilica! Next continue your tour by Embassy Row to visit the Washington National Cathedral, the second largest church building in the U.S., modeled on English gothic style, you will be amazed by its elegance! Continue your tour by driving down Embassy Row and see embassies from Italy, Australia, Ireland, Japan, UK, just to name a few. You will even see the exterior of the Vice President's residence. Learn about the rich history of the Georgetown area and Georgetown University.