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
Mount Vernon Day Tour from Washington DC
See military memorials and important graves
Washington
Bus Tour
All Washington View
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Compete in Stumpy's Petals & Paddles Race
Register for the first annual Cherry Blossom Pedal Boat Race hosted by Boating in DC!
Washington
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
Tidal Basin
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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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Private Cruises Aboard Independence
1976 Bruno & Stillman Downeast Electric Motor Yacht - Up to 13 guests
Lux Charters
All Ages • Up to 10 Passengers
Washington
Waterfront Lux Charters
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Rental - Double Kayak 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, Kayak, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Single Kayak Rentals
Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. We'll reopen in May 2026!
Washington
Up to 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Water Activities, Wildlife
Ballpark Boathouse
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Peak Bloom: Dome Experience
$12 – $22 • 45 Minutes • All Ages • Immersive Experience
Washington
45 Minutes
Hi-Lawn
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Monuments At Night Tour
4 Hours • Up to 4 People! • Age 18+ to book
Fourth of July Fireworks display
Front Row Seats to the 4th of July fireworks display.
Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Private Tour - African American History and Culture
4 Hours • Private Tour • Transportation Included!
Washington
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, University 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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(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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Sandhill Cranes along the Platte River, Nebraska
4 day Safari | $1750 per client
Washington
4 days/5 nights
Washington Photo Safari
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U Street Food Tour
3 Hours 30 Minutes • Ages 7 and up
Folger Shakespeare Memorial Library
2 Hour Safari | $109 per Photographer
Washington
Donation
Washington Photo Safari
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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages
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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Axe and Smash Party Package
2 Hours of Axes and Rage
Washington
2 hours
Private Tours
Axe Throwing, Rage Room
Kraken Kourts – Penn Quarter
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Wharf Private Charters
Whitlow's on Water · 2 Hours · 25–47 Guests · Ages 21+ · $500 to Reserve
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2 Hour
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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American Heritage Celebration 8 Hour Comprehensive Tour of Virginia Day 2
8 Hours • 5 to 39 People
Walking Tours Explore All
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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New-York : Private Guided walking Tour of Midtown Manhattan and Times Square
2 hours • All Ages
New York City
2hours
Private Tours
Guided 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!
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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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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New Orleans: African American Heritage Walking Tour
All Ages · 2 Hours
Food Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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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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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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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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages
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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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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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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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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Bus Tours Explore All
Private Tour
Minimum of 4 Hours • Perfect for Organized Travel Groups, Family Reunions, and Corporate Trips!
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Scooter
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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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 at Sunrise
2.25 hr | $119 per Photographer
Washington
Bus Tour, Driving Tour, Festival, Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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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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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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Mount Vernon Day Tour from Washington DC
See military memorials and important graves
Washington
Bus Tour
All Washington View
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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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(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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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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History Tours Explore All
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Full-Day Guided Exploring Gettysburg History Tour
8 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Gettysburg
8 Hours
Private Tours
History Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Smithsonian National Museum of American History Tour - Private
2.5 hrs | American artifacts and History
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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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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Private Tours Explore All
Design on the Water: Washington DC Architecture Cruise
Discover a new perspective on the design of the District! • 50 minutes • All ages
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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New-York : Private Guided walking Tour of Midtown Manhattan and Times Square
2 hours • All Ages
New York City
2hours
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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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
History Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Historic Alleyways
All Ages • 1.5 Hours • Historic Alleyways!
Washington
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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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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Cherry Blossom Tidal Basin Tour
Explore the history and features of DC's tidal basin while admiring the famous cherry blossoms!
Washington
2 hours
Kid-Friendly
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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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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Luray Caverns Private Round Trip Transfer
8 Hours • All Ages Up To 13 people
Washington
8 Hours
Private Tours
Sightseeing Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Private Washington DC Day Tour
Tour includes private vehicle for up to 10 guests! • 5 Hours • All ages!
Private Tours
Perfect Private Tours & Transportation
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