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
Wharf Private Charters
2 hour private charter • Group size: 25-47 passengers (ages 21+) • Book now with $500 Deposit
Washington
2 Hour
Private Tours
Whitlow's on Water, LLC
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Monuments Tour
4 Hours • Up to 4 People! • Age 18+ to book
Rental - Canoe at Key Bridge
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
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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U Street Food Tour
3 Hours 30 Minutes • Ages 7 and up
Sea Club
Set Sail All Season with SeaClub: Unlock Unlimited Boat Rentals with Our Exclusive Memberships
Sunset Sightseeing Cruise
45 min • Includes Historical Narration
Washington
45 minutes
Boat Tour
Capitol River Cruises
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Navy Yard, DC
Starting at $380 • Driver: 25+ • Up to 8 People • Private Charter
Private Cruises Aboard Patriot
1961 Custom Burger Motor Yacht - Up to 13 guests
Washington
Up to 4 Hours
Private Tours
Nautiste LLC
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Rental- Single Kayak at Tidal Basin
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Tidal Basin
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2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray
2023 Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray• 1 - 5 Days Options • Fits 2 People
Washington
1 - 5 Days Options
Supre Auto Group
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Private Tours Explore All
Rental- Single Kayak at Tidal Basin
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Tidal Basin
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Rental - Rowboat at Fletchers
1-4 hours rentals available
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Canoe at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
1 -4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Fishing, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Girl Scouts: "Playing the Past" for Juniors
90 Minutes | Relive history to earn your "Playing the Past" Badge
Washington
90 Minutes
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
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Release the Kraken Rage Room
Come on in and Release the Rage
Washington
30 minutes
Rage Room
Kraken Kourts – Penn Quarter
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NYC Ground Zero : Family tour with Ticket for 9/11 Memorial
2 hours • All Ages • Up to 8 people
New York City
2hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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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DC At Night By Smartphone
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Design Meets Diplomacy: Fashioning Power After Hours
Tuesday, April 28 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Washington
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
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Sunday Funday
1-4 Hour Rentals • Book a court and get a free bucket of drinks!
Washington
1-4 Hours
Pickleball, Sports
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Walking Tours Explore All
Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour
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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Joan Miro Exhibit at the Phillips Collection
1 Hour Safari | $69 per photographer
Washington
1 hour
Bus Tour, Climbing, Driving Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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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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Socialites and Spies of Georgetown
For all ages! • 2.5 hours • Socialites and Spies of Georgetown
Washington
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Walking Tour
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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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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Combo: National Archives + Museum of American History Tour - 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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Madams of DC
Explore the History of DC's Civil War-era Red Light District
Washington
2 hours
Walking Tour
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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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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After-Hours Tour of Washington DC's most Inspiring Memorials
2 Hours
Washington
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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New York City : Ground Zero 1 Hour Guided Walking Tour
All Ages • 1.5 Hours
New York City
1h
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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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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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African American History and Culture Tour
3.5 Hours • All Ages • National Museum of African American History Tickets Included
Washington
3.5 Hours
Private Tours
Bus Tour, City Tour, History Tour, Museum, Party Bus, Scooter, Shuttle, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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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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NYC : Guided Excursion by ferry & View of Statue of Liberty
1.5 hours • All Ages • Up to 30 people
New York City
City Tour, Ferry, Guided Tour, History Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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Monumental Private Day Tour
3 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Washington
3 Hours
Private Tours
City Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Private Day Tour - Monticello
All Day • Includes Transportation!
Monticello
Private Tours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Plantation Tour, Transportation, University Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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NYC : 9/11 Memorial & Wall Street - Statue of liberty
4 hours • All Ages
New York City
City Tour, Guided Tour, Self-Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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EARLY Morning Architectural Photography Tour of Washington DC!
2 Hour Safari | 99 per Photographer
Washington
City Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Transportation
Washington Photo Safari
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NYC: 9/11 Memorial and Financial District Walking Tour
2 hours • All Ages • Languages: EN
New York City
City Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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History Tours Explore All
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 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: 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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National Archives Museum Tour - Private
2 hrs | SKIP-THE-LINE | Daily
Washington
2 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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National Archives Museum Tour – Semi-Private
2 hrs | SKIP-THE-LINE | Daily
Washington
2 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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New York: NYC American Museum of Natural History Family Private Tour
2 hours • All Ages • Languages: EN
New York City
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Museum
Universal Tour Guide US
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African American History and Culture Tour
3.5 Hours • All Ages • National Museum of African American History Tickets Included
Washington
3.5 Hours
Private Tours
Bus Tour, City Tour, History Tour, Museum, Party Bus, Scooter, Shuttle, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery & American Art Museum - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily | Our newest museum tour!
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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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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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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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Private Boat Tour, embarking from The Yards
Starting at $450/hour with 1.5 hour min • Up to 6 people per boat
Washington
Private Tours
Embark DC
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Museum Highlights Guided Tour
30 Minutes | Enjoy a Guided Tour of the Museum
Washington
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
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Sunset Sightseeing Cruise
45 min • Includes Historical Narration
Washington
45 minutes
Boat Tour
Capitol River Cruises
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Washington DC Private Daytime Tour • Five Hours
For all ages! • Discover the City’s Major Memorials & Monuments
5 Hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour
RSN Enterprises
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Party Boat - Navy Yard Private Charter
$45-80/person | 6-16 People | BYOB & Drinks Sold On Board | 1 hr 45 mins | $200 Deposit Option
Washington
1 Hour and 45 Minutes
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises 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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Echoes of Navy Yard
Explore DC's oldest and most rapidly changing neighborhoods on this two-hour walking tour.
Washington
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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Washington DC Classic Daytime Tour
For all ages! • 2 Hours • Discover the City’s Major Memorials & Monuments
Washington
2 Hours
Guided Tour
RSN Enterprises
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Washington DC Private Night Tour • Four Hours (copy)
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on a private night tour.
4 Hours
Private Tours
RSN Enterprises
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Washington DC: African American History Museum Private Family Tour
2 hours • private Group • Languages: EN
Washington
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Museum
Universal Tour Guide US
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Bus Tours Explore All
DC at Dusk Bus Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • Experience breathtaking views of our nation's capital, flooded with lights!
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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Scandalous History Tour
3 hr: Ages 16+ • Political True Crime Tour! See The Supreme Court, Watergate, Ford's Theatre & more!
Washington
3 Hours
Bus 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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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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Mount Vernon Day Tour from Washington DC
See military memorials and important graves
Washington
Bus Tour
All Washington View
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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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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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Private Day Tour - Monticello
All Day • Includes Transportation!
Monticello
Private Tours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Driving Tour, Plantation Tour, Transportation, University Tour, Walking 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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