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 website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Washington DC - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Washington DC, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
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
Boomerang Yacht Cruise
Adults (21+): $68-$74.99 | 2hrs | Open Bar | Snacks
2 hours
Boat Tour
Boomerang Boat Tours
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Echoes of Navy Yard
Explore DC's oldest and most rapidly changing neighborhoods on this two-hour walking tour.
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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Rental - Single Kayak at James Creek Marina
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. We'll reopen in May 2026!
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
James Creek Marina
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A Zoom Workshop on Photography as a Second Career
2 Hour Safari | $89 per Photographer
Wedding, Workshop
Washington Photo Safari
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Washington DC City Guided Tour in Private Luxury Vehicle
Customize your itinerary!
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Museum
All Washington View
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Collections Tour
60 Minutes | Specialty Guided Tour
Private Tours
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
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Combo: National Museum of Natural History + American History Museum – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily
5.5 hours
Private Tours
Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Sea Ray Luxury 45' Yacht
Ages 21+ • 2 - 4 Hours • Captain/Crew Included • Up to 10 Passengers
Holiday Lights Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • See “America’s Christmas Trees” in one memorable evening!
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, City Tour, Harbor Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Scooter
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Skate Admissions
2 Hours • Morning, afternoon and evening sessions!
2 Hours
Private Tours
Roller Skating
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Bus Tours Explore All
Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Tour
5 Hours • Take a guided tour of two of the most popular destinations in the DC area!
5 Hours
Bus Tour, Museum, Sightseeing 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!
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Scooter, Transportation
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Joan Miro Exhibit at the Phillips Collection
1 Hour Safari | $69 per photographer
1 hour
Bus Tour, Climbing, Driving Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Scandalous History Tour
3 hr: Ages 16+ • Political True Crime Tour! See The Supreme Court, Watergate, Ford's Theatre & more!
3 Hours
Bus Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Mount Vernon Day Tour from Washington DC
See military memorials and important graves
(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!
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!
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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Best of DC • VIP Tour + U.S. Capitol & National Archives Entry
8.5 Hours • Boat Cruise + Inside Tour of National Archives & US Capitol Buildings!
8.5 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Custom Transportation • Hourly/As Directed
Perfect for Organized Travel Groups, Family Reunions, and Corporate Trips!
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Scooter, Transportation
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Private Tour - The VIP Experience
8 Hours • Private Tour • Transportation Included!
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Photography Tours Explore All
Joan Miro Exhibit at the Phillips Collection
1 Hour Safari | $69 per photographer
1 hour
Bus Tour, Climbing, Driving Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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The Tidal Basin at Night
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
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
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Full Moonrise Over the Jefferson Memorial
2 Hour Safari | $119 per photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Outsmarting Your Smartphone at D.C.'s Monuments
3.5 Hour Safari | $119 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Washington DC Historic Donut Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days During The Week
2 hours
Food Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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Washington DC Holiday Donut Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days During The Week
2 hours
History Tour, Photography Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour
All Ages • 3 Hours
Bike Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour
Unlimited Biking
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Monuments at Night
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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EARLY Morning Architectural Photography Tour of Washington DC!
2 Hour Safari | 99 per Photographer
City Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Transportation
Washington Photo Safari
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Special Event- Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Paddle for Paws Fundraiser
Bring your furry friend for an afternoon of sun, paddling, and fun at Key Bridge Boathouse
4-6:30 PM
Kayak
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Retro Boat Rentals DC - Gladys
1.5 Hour Rental • Up to 4 People • Starting at $175
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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Kids Fishing Club Charter
Ages 5+ • 3 Hours • Private Fishing Experience
2.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Potomac Chesapeake Mariners LLC dba FishThePotomac
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Sunset Sightseeing Cruise
45 min • Includes Historical Narration
45 minutes
Boat Tour
Capitol River Cruises
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Private Washington DC Bike Tour
All Ages • 2-4 Hour Options!
Private Tours
Bike Tour
Unlimited Biking
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History of Jewish Washington
All Ages • 2 Hours • Mall Beyond the Museums!
2 Hours
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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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
1 Hour and 45 Minutes
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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Private Fishing Charter - Boston Whaler
3 Hour, Half Day, and Full Day Private Charters • Ages 5+ • Up to 6 Passengers
3, 4, or 6 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Potomac Chesapeake Mariners LLC dba FishThePotomac
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Georgetown - Weekday Private Charters
1 hour and 45 minute private charter • Group size: 25-48 passengers • Book now with $500 Deposit
1 Hour and 45 Minutes
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Cantina Cruises
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Capitol Hill Walking Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Mon - Fri
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Walking Tours Explore All
DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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After-Hours Tour of Washington DC's most Inspiring Memorials
2 Hours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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!
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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Thomas Jefferson's Monticello Tour
10 Hours • 5 to 54 People
10 Hours
Walking Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Capitol Hill Walking Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Mon - Fri
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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NYC : 9/11 Memorial & Wall Street - Statue of liberty
4 hours • All Ages
City Tour, Guided Tour, Self-Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour
All Ages • 2 Hours • From $20 • Knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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
2 Hours
Walking Tour
Meandering Map Tours
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Queer Black Broadway
For all ages! • 1.5 hours • Queer Black Broadway!
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
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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City Tours Explore All
Monumental Moonlight Tour
3 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
3 Hours
Private Tours
City Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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African American History and Culture Tour
3.5 Hours • All Ages • National Museum of African American History Tickets Included
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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Combo: National Archives Museum + National Portrait Gallery Tour – Private
5.5 hrs | Daily!
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
City Tour, Guided Tour, Self-Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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
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
Three-Hour DC City Night Tour
Very popular! • See the sights after the sun goes down
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
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Washington After Dark Night Tour
All Ages • 4 Hours • Evening Tour of DC
DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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History Tours Explore All
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Washington DC: African American History Museum Private Family Tour
2 hours • private Group • Languages: EN
Private Tours
Guided Tour, History Tour, Museum
Universal Tour Guide US
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Tour - Happy Hour Kayak Monument Paddle from Key Bridge
This tour will resume in June 2026!
90 minutes
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, History Tour, Kayak, Rentals, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Private Day Tour • Colonial Williamsburg
All Day • Customizable • Includes Transportation!
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Civil War Tour of the Battle of Fredericksburg
8 Hours • Private Tour • Up to 54 People
8 Hours
Private Tours
History Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour
All Ages • 2 Hours • From $20 • Knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
Guided Tour, History Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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Holiday Lights Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • See “America’s Christmas Trees” in one memorable evening!
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, City Tour, Harbor Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Scooter
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!
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Shuttle, 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!
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Shuttle
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!
5.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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