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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

Monuments At Night Tour

4 Hours • Up to 4 People! • Age 18+ to book

Capital City Tours
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Ages 21+
Boomerang Pirate Ship Cruise

Adults (21+): 2hrs | Open Bar | Snacks

2 hours
Boat Tour
Boomerang Boat Tours
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 6+
Private
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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Private
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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Ages 16+
4.5
Rental - Level 1 Single Scull at Thompsons

Rentals will resume in Spring of 2026!

Washington
1 - 2 Hours
Boat Rental, Rentals, Water Activities
Thompson Boat Center
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 8+
4.5
Rental - Single Kayak at James Creek Marina

Rentals are closed for the 2025 season. We'll reopen in May 2026!

Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
James Creek Marina
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4.6
Guided Exploration of the Period Rooms

For all ages! • 45-Minute Guided Tour • Step into History with Authentic Period Rooms!

Washington
45 Minutes
Museum
DAR Museum
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Private Tours Explore All

4.9
Outsmarting Your Smartphone at D.C.'s Monuments

3.5 Hour Safari | $119 per Photographer

Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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5
Private
Private Washington DC Night Tour

Private vehicle for up to 10 guests! • Great for everyone! • The perfect way to see DC at night!

Private Tours
Perfect Private Tours & Transportation
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Ages 18+
4.9
The Calvert Maritime Museum, Solomons, MD

2.5 Hour Safari | $129 per Photographer

Washington
2.5 hours
Washington Photo Safari
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4.9
Folger Shakespeare Memorial Library

2 Hour Safari | $109 per Photographer

Washington
Donation
Washington Photo Safari
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Ages 21+
Boomerang Yacht Cruise

Adults (21+): $68-$74.99 | 2hrs | Open Bar | Snacks

2 hours
Boat Tour
Boomerang Boat Tours
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4.2
Sightseeing Cruise Admission

45 min • Includes Historical Narration

Washington
45 minutes
Boat Tour
Capitol River Cruises
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 2+
Historic Alleyways

All Ages • 1.5 Hours • Historic Alleyways!

Washington
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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5
Private
Family Friendly Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour - Private

2.5 hrs | Daily

Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Ages 21+
4.2
Wine & Design Sundays

Enjoy A Guided Tour with Interactive Activities!

1 Hour
District Winery
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Photography Tours Explore All

4.9
DC At Night By Smartphone

2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer

Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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4.7
Private
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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5
Private
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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4.9
Sunrise on the National Mall

2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer

Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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4.9
The Tidal Basin at Night

2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer

Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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5
Private
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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4.9
Private
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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4.7
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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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All

Private
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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Kid-Friendly
Ages 8+
4.6
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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Ages 21+
Private
Whitlow’s on Water - Wharf Private Charter

$45-60/person • 25-47 People • Drinks Sold On Board • 2 hrs • $500 Deposit Option

Washington
2 Hour
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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Private
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor

Starting at $380 • Driver: 25+ • Up to 8 People • Private Charter

Baltimore
Private Tours
YACHTSY
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Kid-Friendly
Ages 2+
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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4.7
Private
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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Private
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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Adams Morgan Food Tour

3 Hours 30 Minutes • Ages 7 and up

Washington
DC Metro Food Tours
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Ages 21+
Private
Whitlow’s on Water - Wharf Individual Tickets

$40-55/person • Up to 47 People • Drinks Sold On Board • 2 hrs

Washington
2 Hour
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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History Tours Explore All

Private
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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5
Private
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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5
Private
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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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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5
Private
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
Washington DC Museum of Natural History Tour for Families

2 hours • All Ages • Languages: EN

Washington
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum
Universal Tour Guide US
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Private
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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5
Private
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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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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4.7
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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City Tours Explore All

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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4.7
Private
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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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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4.7
Private
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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Private
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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4.9
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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Private
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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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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Bus 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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4.7
Private
Private Tour

Minimum of 4 Hours • Perfect for Organized Travel Groups, Family Reunions, and Corporate Trips!

4–10 hours
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Scooter
USA Guided Tours - DC
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4.9
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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4.7
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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4.7
Private
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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4.7
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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4.7
Private
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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4.7
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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4.7
Private
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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