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
Lux Charters
All Ages • Up to 10 Passengers
Washington
Waterfront Lux Charters
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Georgetown - Private July 4th Fireworks Cruise (20 Passengers)
America250 Fireworks • Drinks Included • Up to 16 People
Washington
1 Hour and 45 Minutes
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises 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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Tour - Kayak Monument Paddle from Key Bridge
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Tour will resume in April 2026!
Washington
90 minutes
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Guided Tour, Kayak, Rentals, Sightseeing Tour, Water Activities
Key Bridge Boathouse
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2 Hour Cruise Pink Bentley Pontoon Boat Rental (WITH CAPTAIN)
Up to 6 people • Private cruise
Washington
Private Tours
Sloan's Pink Boats
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Wine Tour & Tasting
Learn About Winemaking a DC's First Winery!
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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Rental - Pedal Boat
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in March 2026!
Washington
1 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Tidal Basin
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Sunset Sightseeing Cruise
45 min • Includes Historical Narration
Washington
Boat Tour
Capitol River Cruises
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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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City 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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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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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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Washington DC City Guided Tour in Private Luxury Vehicle
Customize your itinerary!
Washington
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Museum
All Washington View
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Private Day Tour - Baltimore and Annapolis
8 Hours • Includes Transportation!
Baltimore
Private Tours
City Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
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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Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
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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Great Falls MD: Making Silky Waters With Neutral Density Filters!
3 Hour Safari | $119 per Photographer
Washington
City Tour, Cultural Performance, Food Tour, Photography Tour, University Tour, Water Park
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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Private Tours Explore All
Skate Admissions
2 Hours • Morning, afternoon and evening sessions!
Washington
2 Hours
Private Tours
Roller Skating
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Art in Bloom DC Opening Reception
Catered Event • 3 Hours • Complimentary Valet Parking
Washington
3 Hours
The Society of the Cincinnati
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Sandhill Cranes along the Platte River, Nebraska
4 day Safari | $1750 per client
4 days/5 nights
Washington Photo Safari
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Udvar-Hazy Center - National Air and Space Museum Annex at Dulles Airport
3 Hour Safari | $89 per Photographer
LGBTQ-Friendly
Airplane, Museum, Shuttle, Transportation
Washington Photo Safari
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Monumental Moonlight Tour
3 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Washington
3 Hours
Private Tours
City Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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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
History Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Capitol Hill
Take a deep dive into the architecture, intrigue, and symbolism at the heart of American government.
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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Rental - Double Kayak at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. Rentals will resume in April 2026!
1 - 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Session 3 - Mom or Dad and Me
Ages 3-6 • Parent must be able to skate without assistance. Weekend classes in February
Washington
30 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Sculpture Garden Ice Rink
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History Tours Explore All
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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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 City Guided Tour in Private Luxury Vehicle
Customize your itinerary!
Washington
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Museum
All Washington View
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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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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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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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Half Day Tour of Annapolis
6 Hours • All Ages - Up to 13 people
Annapolis
6 Hrs
History 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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Private Day Tour - Gettysburg
All Day - Includes transportation via Washington DC Region!
Washington
Private Tours
Cemetery Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Transportation
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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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
The Tidal Basin at Night
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Georgetown By Land and Sea
2.5 Hour Safari | $119 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour, Sternwheeler/Riverboat
Washington Photo Safari
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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
Washington
1 Hour and 45 Minutes
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Cantina Cruises
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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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Rental - Single Kayak at Fletchers
Rentals are closed for the 2025. Rentals will resume in April 2026. Book your 2026 rental!
1-4 hour rental options available
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Monuments Tour
4 Hours • Up to 4 People! • Age 18+ to book
Summer Camp
Weekly Summer Camps for Kids Ages 6-14
Washington
5 Days
Kid-Friendly
Pickleball, Roller Skating
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Sunrise on the National Mall
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Navy Yard - Weekend Private Charters
2 hour private charter • Group size: 25-48 passengers (ages 21+) • Book now with $500 Deposit
Washington
2 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Cantina Cruises
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Architect Waddy Butler Wood Self-Guided Neighborhood Walking Tour
If These Walls Could Talk!
Washington
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
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Walking 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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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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Thomas Jefferson's Monticello Tour
10 Hours • 5 to 54 People
Washington
10 Hours
Walking Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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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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Private Day Tour - Baltimore and Annapolis
8 Hours • Includes Transportation!
Baltimore
Private Tours
City Tour, Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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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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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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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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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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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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Photography Tours Explore All
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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Cherry Blossoms at Sunrise
2.25 hr | $119 per Photographer
Washington
Bus Tour, Driving Tour, Festival, Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Photo Critiques: In-Person or Virually!
Get a Photo Critique from a Professional
Washington
Private Tours
Photography Tour, Virtual Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Ebook
$19.95 • Learn from the Pros!
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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F-Stops and Shutter Speeds: At the National Portrait Gallery
2 Hr Safari | $99 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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DC At Night By Smartphone
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Full Moonrise Over the Nation’s Capital
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Full Moonrise Over the Jefferson Memorial
2 Hour Safari | $119 per photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Street Photography & the Art of Seeing at the National Monuments
3 Hour Safari
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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