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
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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Capitol Hill Food Tour
3 Hours 30 Minutes • Ages 7 and up
Diva Royale - Drag Queen Show Washington DC
Starting at $39.98 • Weekly Drag Queen Shows • Fri and Sat 7:00PM • Sat & Sun at 1:30pm
Washington
Rentals
Diva Royale Show
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Hunk-O-Mania Male Revue Show - Washington, D.C.
Ages 21+ • 2 Hours • Fridays and Saturdays 8:00PM
Washington
2 Hours
New Age Productions - HOM
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General Admission
Most Popular! • Guided Tour • Changing Exhibition Gallery • All Ages
Washington
1 Hour
The Society of the Cincinnati
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Sheridan Circle: Self-Guided Walking Tour
Washington
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
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History of Black Georgetown
All Ages • 2.5 Hours • History of Black Georgetown!
Washington
2.5 Hours
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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Studying Principles of Composition at the National Gallery of Art
2 Hr Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Custom Transportation • Hourly/As Directed
Perfect for Organized Travel Groups, Family Reunions, and Corporate Trips!
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Private Tours
Bus Tour, Scooter, Transportation
USA Guided Tours - DC
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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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Photography Tours Explore All
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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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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Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour
All Ages • 3 Hours
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Bike Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour
Unlimited Biking
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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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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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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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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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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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Outsmarting Your Smartphone at D.C.'s Monuments
3.5 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
3.55 hours
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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World War I Memorial At Night
1.5 Hour Safari | $79 per photographer
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Photography Tour, Water Park
Washington Photo Safari
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City Tours Explore All
Washington DC City Guided Tour in Private Luxury Vehicle
Customize your itinerary!
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Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Museum
All Washington View
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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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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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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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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) - 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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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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Discover DC with Nick, DC Tour God
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Seasonal Highlight — Boat Cruise or Kennedy Center Visit!
Washington
6 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Virtual Online Alexandria and Mt. Vernon Tour
1 Hour Tour • Live Zoom Call
Washington
1 Hour
City Tour
Zohery Tours
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History Tours Explore All
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Washington DC Historic Donut Tour
2 Hours • Offered Many Days During The Week
Washington
2 hours
Food Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour
Underground Donut Tour
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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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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Night Fishing!!!
4 Hours - Up to 6 passengers
Washington
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Potomac Chesapeake Mariners LLC dba FishThePotomac
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City Center at Holiday Time!
1.5 hrs, $89 per photographer
Washington
1.5 hrs.
Kid-Friendly
Washington Photo Safari
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Retro Boat Rentals DC - Bonnie
Captain Your Own Retro Boat • 1.5 Hours • Up to 4 Guests • No Experience Required
Washington
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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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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Class - SUP Orientation at Key Bridge
Returning in 2027
Washington
60 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, SUP, Water Activities
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Potomac Paddle-Off at Thompson Boat Center
Register for the 3rd annual kayak race to support the Potomac Conservancy.
Washington
1 hour for short course / 1 hr 15 min for long c
Kid-Friendly
Kayak
Thompson Boat Center
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Day Camp
Runs on school closure days (Jan–June)
Washington
5 Days
Kid-Friendly
Pickleball, Roller Skating
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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The Harlem Renaissance in DC
All ages - 2 hours - Discover the Jazz and Literary History of DC!
Washington
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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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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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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Private 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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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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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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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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DC National Gallery of Art Museum Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Daily | World-class museum
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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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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Dart Lane Rental
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Private Tours
Sports
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Private Mount Vernon Tour
Private vehicle for up to 10 guests! • 4 Hours • Great for everyone!
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Private Tours
Perfect Private Tours & Transportation
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Day trip to Northern Virginia: Luray, Harpers Ferry, Winery
Washington
10 Hours
Private Tours
Winery
Capital Guide Tours
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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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Walking Tours Explore All
Madams of DC
Explore the History of DC's Civil War-era Red Light District
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2 hours
Walking Tour
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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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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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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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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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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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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New York City : Ground Zero 1 Hour Guided Walking Tour
All Ages • 1.5 Hours
Washington
1h
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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New-York : Private Guided walking Tour of Midtown Manhattan and Times Square
2 hours • All Ages
Washington
2hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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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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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