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
Monuments At Night Tour
4 Hours • Up to 4 People! • Age 18+ to book
Comedy Walk
Washington
Museum
Comedy Walks - DC
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Boomerang Pirate Ship Cruise
Adults (21+): 2hrs | Open Bar | Snacks
2 hours
Boat Tour
Boomerang Boat Tours
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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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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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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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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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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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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
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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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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The Calvert Maritime Museum, Solomons, MD
2.5 Hour Safari | $129 per Photographer
Washington
2.5 hours
Washington Photo Safari
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Folger Shakespeare Memorial Library
2 Hour Safari | $109 per Photographer
Washington
Donation
Washington Photo Safari
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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) DC at Dusk Bus Tour
3 Hours • All Ages
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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Boomerang Yacht Cruise
Adults (21+): $68-$74.99 | 2hrs | Open Bar | Snacks
2 hours
Boat Tour
Boomerang Boat Tours
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Sightseeing Cruise Admission
45 min • Includes Historical Narration
Washington
45 minutes
Boat Tour
Capitol River Cruises
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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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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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Wine & Design Sundays
Enjoy A Guided Tour with Interactive Activities!
Photography Tours Explore All
DC At Night By Smartphone
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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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) - 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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Sunrise on the National Mall
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
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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The Tidal Basin at Night
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Library of Congress
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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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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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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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
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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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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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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Dart Lane Rental
Washington
Private Tours
Sports
Kraken Kourts – Bryant Street
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Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
Starting at $380 • Driver: 25+ • Up to 8 People • Private Charter
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 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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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
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
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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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 - 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) DC at Dusk Bus Tour
3 Hours • All Ages
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 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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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 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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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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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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