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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Our site gives you a fast, convenient way to explore the best tours, excursions, and experiences available for your vacation in Washington DC. With up-to-date schedules, clear descriptions, and secure booking directly with local operators, you can lock in the activities you’re excited about before your trip even begins. No more scrambling for last-minute openings - just confident planning and more time to enjoy your getaway. Let us help you turn your vacation in Washington DC into something truly memorable.
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
Washington DC Private Daytime Tour • Four Hours
For all ages! • 8 persons minimum • Discover the City’s Major Memorials & Monuments
Washington
4 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour
RSN Enterprises
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The Final 50 Membership
Washington
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Presidential Inauguration Preview Tour in Washington DC
All Ages • 2 Hours • Walk in the footsteps of many US presidents
Washington
2 Hours
Sightseeing Tour
Zohery Tours
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Monuments At Night Tour
4 Hours • Up to 4 People! • Age 18+ to book
Rental - Single Kayak at James Creek Marina
Now renting for 2026! Book Today!
Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
James Creek Marina
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Sea Ray Luxury 45' Yacht - Wellness Experience
Ages 21+ • 2 - 4 Hours • Captain/Crew Included • Up to 6 Passengers
Above it All - Washington National Cathedral
2 hours • Up to 6 people • Great for couples!
Rental - Pedal Boat
Rentals are available daily. Perfect for ages 2 and up! Up to 4 people allowed in each boat.
Washington
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Tidal Basin
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Comedy Walks© Washington D.C.
$25 per Person | Every Saturday and Sunday | Ages 16+
Washington
Private SUP, SUP
Comedy Walks - DC
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Capitol Hill
Take a deep dive into the architecture, intrigue, and symbolism at the heart of American government.
City Tours Explore All
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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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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Mini Grand Tour Of Washington DC
2 hours • All Ages • Tour with a Scholar
Washington
4 hours
City Tour
Zohery Tours
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Combo: National Archives Museum + National Portrait Gallery Tour – Private
5.5 hrs | Daily!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Museum, Swamp Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Catholic Heritage Tour
8 Hours • 5 to 39 People
Washington
Private Tours
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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DC By Moonlight
All Ages! • 2 Hours • A Family Favorite!
Washington
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Guided Tour
Friends in DC
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Virtual Online Grand Tour of Washington DC
1 Hour Tour • Live Zoom Call
Washington
1 Hour
City Tour
Zohery Tours
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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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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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Grand Tour Of Washington DC
Approx. 4 hours • All Ages • Tour with a Scholar!
Washington
4 hours
City Tour
Zohery Tours
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Bus Tours Explore All
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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Custom Transportation • Hourly/As Directed
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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Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Tour
5 Hours • Take a guided tour of two of the most popular destinations in the DC area!
Washington
5 Hours
Bus Tour, Museum, 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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(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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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) DC at Dusk Bus Tour
3 Hours • All Ages
Washington
3 Hours
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 - DC at Dusk
3 Hours • All Ages • Experience breathtaking views of our nation's capital, flooded with lights!
Washington
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Private Tour - The VIP Experience
8 Hours • Private Tour • Transportation Included!
Washington
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Mount Vernon Day Tour from Washington DC
See military memorials and important graves
Washington
Bus Tour
All Washington View
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Photography Tours Explore All
Monuments and Memorials: Travel Photography Half Day
3.5 Hour Safari • Our MOST Popular Safari
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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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The Tidal Basin at Night
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Samsung Galaxy Owners of the World, Unite! A Virtual Photo Safari on Zoom For YOU!
2 Hour Safari | $79 per Photographer
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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Saint Matthews Cathedral Photo Safari
2 Hour Safari | $109 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Library of Congress
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour
All Ages • 3 Hours
Washington
Bike Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour
Unlimited Biking
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Full Moonrise Over the Nation’s Capital
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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History Tours Explore All
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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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: Smithsonian Natural History + Air & Space Museum Tour – Private
5.5 hrs | Daily | Past & Future | Most Popular Combo!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum
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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Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour
All Ages • 3 Hours
Washington
Bike Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour
Unlimited Biking
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Civil War Tour of the Battle of Fredericksburg
8 Hours • Private Tour • Up to 54 People
Washington
8 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Transportation
Monumental Tours Inc
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Virtual Online African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC
1 Hour Tour • Live Zoom Call
Washington
1 Hour
History Tour
Zohery Tours
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Explore Egypt in Washington DC: A living Civilization Experience
All Ages • 2 Hours • Public Tours
Washington
2 Hours
History Tour
Zohery Tours
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Smithsonian National Museum of American History Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | American artifacts and History
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Tour - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily | Most popular museum tour!
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Shuttle
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Walking Tours Explore All
Combo: National Archives Museum + National Portrait Gallery Tour – Private
5.5 hrs | Daily!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Museum, Swamp Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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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 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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New Orleans: African American Heritage Walking Tour
All Ages · 2 Hours
Washington
Food Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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Queer Black Broadway
For all ages! • 1.5 hours • Queer Black Broadway!
Washington
1.5 Hours
LGBTQ-Friendly
Walking Tour
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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Smithsonian National Museum of American History Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | American artifacts and History
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Combo: Smithsonian Natural History + Air & Space Museum Tour – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily | Past & Future | Most Popular Combo!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Luray Caverns Private Round Trip Transfer
8 Hours • All Ages Up To 13 people
Washington
8 Hours
Private Tours
Ropes Course, Self-Guided Tour, Transportation, Walking Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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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 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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Private Tours Explore All
Dart Lane Rental
Washington
Private Tours
Sports
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery & American Art Museum - Semi-Private
Explore two of Washington D.C.’s beloved museums | 2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Washington DC Private Daytime Tour • Five Hours
For all ages! • Discover the City’s Major Memorials & Monuments
Washington
5 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour
RSN Enterprises
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Private Tour - DC Highlights
4 Hours • Half-day introduction to DC's favorite sites!
Washington
Private Tours
Transportation
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Luxury Larson 35'
Ages 21+ • 2 - 3 Hours • Captain/Crew Included • Up to 10 Passengers
Se
Private Tours
Nauti Buoy Yacht Club
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Combo: National Museum of Natural History + American History Museum – Private
5.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Private Navigator Tours!
For all ages! • 2-4 Hours • Up to 45 guests
Washington
2-4 hours
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Be You Charters
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Luray Caverns Private Round Trip Transfer
8 Hours • All Ages Up To 13 people
Washington
8 Hours
Private Tours
Ropes Course, Self-Guided Tour, Transportation, Walking Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Tour - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily | Most popular museum tour!
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Shuttle
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Washington DC Private Daytime Tour • Four Hours
For all ages! • 8 persons minimum • Discover the City’s Major Memorials & Monuments
Washington
4 hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour
RSN Enterprises
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