Explore Things to Do in Washington DC
Welcome to Washington, DC - a city where history, culture, and innovation come together at every turn. From the inspiring monuments and museums along the National Mall to the lively neighborhoods filled with world-class dining, art, and entertainment, the nation’s capital offers something for every traveler. Whether you’re here to explore iconic landmarks like the White House and Capitol, stroll along the Potomac, or experience the city’s vibrant festivals and nightlife, Washington, D.C. invites you to discover its unique blend of tradition and modern energy.
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Planning the perfect vacation in Washington DC is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in Washington DC. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
Why wait until you arrive in Washington DC to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Rental - Level 1 Single Scull at Thompsons
Now renting for 2026! Book today!
Washington
1 - 2 Hours
Boat Rental, Rentals, Water Activities
Thompson Boat Center
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Private Fishing Charter - Parker 2320
3 Hour, Half Day, and Full Day Private Charters • Ages 5+ • Up to 6 Passengers
Washington
3, 4, or 6 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Potomac Chesapeake Mariners LLC dba FishThePotomac
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Comedy Walk
Washington
Museum
Comedy Walks - DC
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Be Our Guest
One Invitation. Two Cities. Endless Flavor.
Mount Vernon & Arlington Cemetery
6 Hours • Up to 3 People! • Age 18+ to book
Floating Lounge
2 hour private rental
Washington
2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Shaods & Miracle Boat Jet Ski Rental
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Karaoke & Cruise
Ages 21+ • 2 Hours • Up to 12 People
Washington
2 Hours
DMV Tour Group
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Washington DC Holiday Donut Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days During The Week
Washington
2 hours
History Tour, Photography Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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Private Cruises Aboard Independence
1976 Bruno & Stillman Downeast Electric Motor Yacht - Up to 13 guests
Washington
Private Tours
Nautiste LLC
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Southern Comfort - Old Town Alexandria Food Tour
$120 • 3 Hours • Public or Private Tours • Enjoy the charm & flavors of this historic neighborhood!
Washington
Private Tours
Food Tour
Blue Fern Travel
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Bus Tours Explore All
(Glass Roof / Open-Top) Best of DC • VIP Tour + U.S. Capitol/National Archives Entry
8.5 Hours • Boat Cruise + Inside Tour of National Archives & US Capitol Buildings!
Washington
8.5 Hours
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, River Cruise, Scooter, Shuttle, Sternwheeler/Riverboat, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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DC at Dusk Bus Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • Experience breathtaking views of our nation's capital, flooded with lights!
Washington
3 Hours
Pickup Available, Private Tours
Bus Tour, Museum, Party Bus, Scooter, Shuttle, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Winter Activities
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Discover DC with Nick, DC Tour God
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Private Tour
Minimum of 4 Hours • Perfect for Organized Travel Groups, Family Reunions, and Corporate Trips!
Washington
4–10 hours
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Scooter
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Three-Hour DC City Night Tour
Very popular! • See the sights after the sun goes down
Washington
3 hours
Bus Tour, City Tour
All Washington View
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Best of DC • VIP Tour + U.S. Capitol & National Archives Entry
8.5 Hours • Boat Cruise + Inside Tour of National Archives & US Capitol Buildings!
Washington
8.5 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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DC Express With Convertible Glass-Top Bus
2 Hours • All Ages • Snapshot Introduction to Washington DC
Washington
2 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Cherry Blossoms Galore Tour
4 Hours • Available March - April
Washington
4 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
Pickup Available
Bus Tour, Cemetery Tour, City Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Museum, Party Bus, River Cruise, Scooter, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Custom Transportation • Regional Transfer • One-Way
One Way • Perfect for Organized Travel Groups, Family Reunions, and Corporate Trips!
Washington
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Scooter, Transportation
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Private Tours Explore All
Guided Tours
Guided tours are offered at 11am and 2pm | 45-50 minutes.
Washington
45-50 minutes
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Museum
Architects Foundation - The Octagon
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DC National Gallery of Art Museum Tour - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily | World-class museum
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Museum
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Capitol Hill Walking Tour - Private
2.5 Hrs | Mon - Fri
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Private Tour - African American History and Culture
4 Hours • Private Tour • Transportation Included!
Washington
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, University Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Self Guided Tours
Self Guided tours are offered at 12pm, 1 pm, & 2pm | 45-50 minutes.
Washington
45-50 minutes
Private Tours
Self-Guided Tour
Architects Foundation - The Octagon
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Combo: National Archives + Museum of American History Tour – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily | Ultimate comprehensive overview
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
Cemetery Tour, History Tour, Museum, Shuttle, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Washington DC Museum of Natural History Tour for Families
2 hours • All Ages • Languages: EN
Washington
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum
Universal Tour Guide US
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Cantina Cruises - Navy Yard Individual Tickets
$50-55/person • Up to 48 People • Drinks Sold On Board • 2 hrs
Washington
2 Hours
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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Monumental Moonlight Tour
3 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Washington
3 Hours
Private Tours
City Tour, Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Collections Tour
60 Minutes | Specialty Guided Tour
Washington
Private Tours
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
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Photography Tours Explore All
Sunrise on the National Mall
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Washington DC Holiday Donut Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days During The Week
Washington
2 hours
History Tour, Photography Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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F-Stops and Shutter Speeds: At the National Portrait Gallery
2 Hr Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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The National Academy of Sciences: a Photo Safari in Art and Architecture!
Exclusive access and guided tour at the National Academy of Sciences
Washington
Beer Tour, Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Castle, Chocolate Tour, City Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Cultural Performance, Dinner Boat, Dinner Cruise, Evening Cruise, Festival, Food Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour, River Cruise, Sailing, Shooting Range, Sternwheeler/Riverboat, TV and Movie Sites Tour, University Tour, Walking Tour, Water Park, Wine, Winery, Workshop
Washington Photo Safari
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Smartphone Photography at the National Sculpture Garden
3 Hour Safari | $109 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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A Special Nikon Camera Users Virtual Photo Safari on Zoom!
2 Hour Safari | $79
Washington
Photography Tour, Virtual Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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DC At Night By Smartphone
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Monuments and Memorials: Travel Photography Half Day
3.5 Hour Safari • Our MOST Popular Safari
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Holiday Lights Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • See “America’s Christmas Trees” in one memorable evening!
Washington
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, City Tour, Harbor Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Scooter
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Walking Tours Explore All
Echoes of the Early City: The Origin of DC's First Downtown
2 Hours • Washington D.C. Penn Quarter and Chinatown Walking Tour
Washington
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Meandering Map Tours
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The National Academy of Sciences: a Photo Safari in Art and Architecture!
Exclusive access and guided tour at the National Academy of Sciences
Washington
Beer Tour, Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Castle, Chocolate Tour, City Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Cultural Performance, Dinner Boat, Dinner Cruise, Evening Cruise, Festival, Food Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour, River Cruise, Sailing, Shooting Range, Sternwheeler/Riverboat, TV and Movie Sites Tour, University Tour, Walking Tour, Water Park, Wine, Winery, Workshop
Washington Photo Safari
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Best of DC • VIP Tour + U.S. Capitol & National Archives Entry
8.5 Hours • Boat Cruise + Inside Tour of National Archives & US Capitol Buildings!
Washington
8.5 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Daily | Most popular museum tour!
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Shuttle, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Following in Her Footsteps: A Walking Tour of Women's Advocacy on Capitol Hill
2 Hours • Washington D.C. Walking Tour
Washington
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Meandering Map Tours
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Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
Pickup Available
Bus Tour, Cemetery Tour, City Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Museum, Party Bus, River Cruise, Scooter, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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National Mall Walking Tour from Washington DC
All Ages • 2 Hours • From $20 • Knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
Washington
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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NYC : 9/11 Memorial & Wall Street - Statue of liberty
4 hours • All Ages
Washington
City Tour, Guided Tour, Self-Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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Combo: National Archives Museum + National Portrait Gallery Tour – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily | Explore America's Historic Foundations | Popular Combo!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) Best of DC • VIP Tour + U.S. Capitol/National Archives Entry
8.5 Hours • Boat Cruise + Inside Tour of National Archives & US Capitol Buildings!
Washington
8.5 Hours
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, River Cruise, Scooter, Shuttle, Sternwheeler/Riverboat, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Airport Transfer
Airport Transfers From IAD, DCA AND BWI To Downtown D.C.
Washington
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
RSN Enterprises
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Rental - Canoe at Key Bridge
Now renting for 2026! Book today!
Washington
1 hour, 2 hour or 4 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Kids Fishing Club Charter
Ages 5+ • 3 Hours • Private Fishing Experience
Washington
2.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Potomac Chesapeake Mariners LLC dba FishThePotomac
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Rental - Double Kayak at Wharf
Now open for the 2026 season on Wednesday-Sunday!
Washington
1 Hour to 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
The Wharf Boathouse
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Rental - Single Kayak at Fletchers
Now renting for 2026!
Washington
1-4 hour rental options available
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) at Fletchers
Washington
1 -4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, SUP, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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From Parchment to Power: Skip-The Line Archives
All Ages! • 2.5 Hours
Washington
2.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Friends in DC
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Rental - Canoe at Fletchers
Now renting for 2026!
Washington
1 -4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Fishing, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Potomac Paddle-Off at Thompson Boat Center
Register for the 2nd annual kayak race today! Register by August 15 for Early Bird Savings.
Washington
1 hour for short course / 1 hr 15 min for long c
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Thompson Boat Center
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Tandem Kayak Rentals
Now renting for 2026! Book Today!
Washington
Up to 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Water Activities, Wildlife
Ballpark Boathouse
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History Tours Explore All
DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Daily | Most popular museum tour!
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Shuttle, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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2-Hour African American Heritage Tour in Washington DC
Experience during a 2-hour evening tour with a local tour guide, the African American neighborhood
Washington
2 Hours
City Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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National Mall Walking Tour from Washington DC
All Ages • 2 Hours • From $20 • Knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
Washington
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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Virtual Islamic Tours of Washington
1 Hour Tour • Live Zoom Call
Washington
1 Hour
History Tour
Zohery Tours
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Combo: National Archives Museum + National Portrait Gallery Tour – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily | Explore America's Historic Foundations | Popular Combo!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Full-Day Tour Live the Colonial Williamsburg Experience
12 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Washington
12 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Transportation
Monumental Tours Inc
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Combo: National Museum of Natural History + American History Museum – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Guided Tour
2 Hours
Washington
Guided Tour, History Tour, Museum
Universal Tour Guide US
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