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Tours and activities in Washington DC

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Washington DC Monuments Extended Guided Open-Air Cruiser Tour

Explore Washington, D.C. on an extended Washington DC Guided Tour by Open-Air Cruiser, designed for travelers who want to see more of the nation’s capital while walking less. Enjoy unobstructed open-air views as you travel through the National Mall and see iconic landmarks including the White House, U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and more. This Washington DC monuments and me…

4.6(51)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 51 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £37.01 per person

Private Washington DC Night Tour with Stops at 6 Top Sites

Discover Washington, DC on a private 4-hour city tour with a dedicated driver. You'll visit all the major monuments and landmarks, with the option to conduct the tour in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. This experience also includes views of residential neighborhoods in Washington, DC, as well as key monuments located in Virginia. Choose between a morning or afternoon departure, available daily,…

4.9(40)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 40 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £207.73 per person

National Archives + National Portrait Gallery Tour 6ppl Max

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to skip-the-line and experience two essential museums in Washington DC. The best way to understand the who and the what of the United States! Your guide will show you the documents and the people that have defined this country. This tour has the heroes and villains of history, culture, progress, and art of the USA. Highli…

5.0(37)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 37 reviews5 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £169.96 per person

Guided Capitol Hill with US Capitol and Library of Congress Entry

Enjoy a 2-Hour Guided Capitol Hill Walking Tour in Washington DC. This immersive tour includes official entry inside the U.S. Capitol & Library of Congress buildings (Capitol Museum when the Library of Congress is closed on Mondays). Your guide will provides insight on political history, architecture of Capitol Hill, and how Congress functions. Enjoy photo opportunities outside the Supreme Court,…

4.2(73)Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 73 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £48.34 per person

Washington DC Night Tour-starts at 7:30pm

Zohery Tours operates Excellent Sightseeing Tours for over thirty five years in the Washington DC Metropolitan area. The Washington After Dark Tour is a night tour of DC that will take you to a nightly visit of the top monuments in the city. It offers you a totally new perspective of the nation’s capital in dazzling lights.

3.7(124)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 124 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £44.57 per person

Washington DC Party Yacht Open Bar Cruise on the Potomac

Join us for an unforgettable cruise along the Potomac River on our double-decker party yacht. Whether you choose to bask in the sunshine during the day, witness the monuments illuminate the night, or capture a breathtaking sunset in the evening, you’ll be enchanted by the natural beauty and historical wonders of Washington, D.C. Step aboard and prepare to savor an all-inclusive ticket that covers…

4.1(74)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 74 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £56.65 per person

Two Smithsonian Museums Private Tour: American & Natural History

Explore two of the famed Smithsonian Museums in Washington DC's National Mall, the fascinating National Museum of American History, and the Museum of Natural History, one of the greatest collections in the world in three hours on this private and informative walking tour.

4.4(56)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 56 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £139.74 per person

City Cruises DC: Water Taxi One Day Pass

Skip the traffic and take the scenic route to your destination. Pass is valid for unlimited water taxi rides on a single date for one passenger. Please redeem your ticket at the ticket booth prior to boarding for each ride.

4.0(81)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 81 reviews35 minFree cancellation

From £34.75 per person

Holiday Lights Tour of Washington DC and Old Town Alexandria

Join us as we explore the Nation’s Capital and its spectacular Christmas trees and festive displays on this fully-guided, three-hour journey! Meet your professional tour guide and board a luxury climate-controlled bus at the US Navy Memorial before heading to Downtown DC to enjoy the dazzling Christmas tree and lights display. Next we pass the prestigious National Christmas Tree and its surroundi…

4.1(66)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 66 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £52.12 per person

US Capitol & Supreme Court Express Guided Tour with Entry

Experience the thrill of Capitol Hill like an insider! Enjoy a conversational, engaging experience—no megaphones or boring lectures here. Your adventure begins at the awe-inspiring Supreme Court. Discover the inner workings of the highest tribunal in the land through highly entertaining storytelling. Instead of a boring lecture, your guide will bring the highest court in the land to life through…

4.7(35)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 35 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £44.57 per person

250th: National Archives & American History Museum Guided Tour

Experience 250 years of American history on this 3-hour guided walking tour led by a local historian & professional tour guide. Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, where you’ll explore pivotal moments from the American Revolution to the 20th century and beyond. Rather than wandering aimlessly, you’ll follow a carefully curated narrative that makes history engaging, accessib…

4.9(22)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 22 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £56.65 per person

Washington DC 2-Hour Golf Cart Morning Tour

See many of Washington, DC's most popular sites on this guided sightseeing cart shuttle tour. Discover the major points of interest and attractions in DC during the bustling daytime hours. Visit the Potomac River waterfront, the National Mall, and the magnificent monuments and memorials throughout the city. See the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memor…

4.9(22)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 22 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £49.10 per person

7-Day Garden Route Safari Adventure from Cape Town

Discover Your Journey: 7-Day Garden Route Safari Adventure from Cape Town offers travellers an immersive experience through South Africa's stunning Garden Route, renowned for its diverse landscapes and rich wildlife. Over the course of seven days, participants embark on a well-crafted itinerary that highlights breathtaking coastal scenery, lush forests, and vibrant towns, while also providing opp…

5.0(20)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews168 hFree cancellation

From £567.14 per person

Private Guided Tour of African American History Museum

Meet us and we will give you a private tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The National Museum of African American History and Culture is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. It was established by an Act of Congress in 2003 following decades of efforts to promote and highlight the contrib…

4.3(32)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 32 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £264.38 per person

Embassy Row Spy History Tour With A Former CIA Officer

Washington DC’s Embassy Row reveals the stories behind a suspicious death, Revolutionary War espionage, and the assassination of Orlando Letelier, with former CIA officers explaining spy activity and practicing signals and dead drops.

4.8(18)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 18 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £56.65 per person

Small Group Washington DC Night Tour

Experience Washington, D.C. at Night! Explore iconic landmarks like the Lincoln, Jefferson, MLK Jr., Iwo Jima, Vietnam & Korean War Memorials, and more — all beautifully lit under the night sky. This is more than a tour. It’s a meaningful journey, made personal with passionate guides who walk with you at every stop, sharing powerful stories that bring each site to life. With over 20 years as a tr…

4.9(16)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 16 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £60.43 per person

Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour

If you only have a short time in Washington DC, then this 3-hour sightseeing tour is for you. Traveling by van or minibus, see all of DC’s major landmarks including the White House, the US Capitol Building, the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial and much more. Your guide will provide illuminating commentary about all the sights you see.

3.9(30)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 30 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £44.57 per person

Private Washington DC Cart Tour with Expert Historian Guide

Explore Washington, DC on a customizable 3-hour private cart tour led by a professor of archaeology and anthropology. This expert-guided sightseeing experience goes beyond standard narration, offering deeper historical, cultural, and political insight into the nation’s most iconic landmarks. Travel comfortably by private cart with strategic stops for walking and photos at the White House (North L…

5.0(10)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 10 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £332.36 per person

DC: No Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry & Guidebook

Experience the height of American history with our Washington Monument Guided Tour & E-Book Bundle, the ultimate resource for navigating the world’s tallest stone obelisk. Your journey begins with a guided ascent to the observation deck, where you’ll enjoy unparalleled 360-degree views of the National Mall, followed by a curated descent through the monument’s interior stone museum. Complementing…

3.7(21)Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 21 reviews1 hFree cancellation

From £16.62 per person

Washington DC Monuments by Day & Night Tours

Join us on these fantastic day and night tours and see the landmarks of Washington DC like never before. Explore the: *US Capitol Building *National World War II Memorial *Cherry Blossom, etc. *Jefferson Memorial, *Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, *Vietnam Veterans Memorial, *US Marine Corps War Memorial, Arlington, *Washington Monument State Park, *John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing *Fra…

5.0(8)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 8 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £41.55 per person

Washington DC: Small-Group Vintage Cart Monuments &Memorials Tour

Step back in time and experience Washington DC with the charm of a 1930s-style vintage cart. This small-group guided tour is designed for travelers who want a comfortable and memorable way to see the city’s famous monuments and memorials without long walks or crowded buses. Ride through the National Mall in an open-air vintage cart with beautiful views, fresh air, local stories, and convenient ph…

4.8(8)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 8 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £41.55 per person

US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, & House Chambers

Step inside the epicenter of American democracy with an exclusive, semi-private walking tour of Capitol Hill that includes the working chambers for the House of Representatives. While Washington D.C.’s most iconic landmarks are public, navigating the complex timed-entry reservation systems, security lines, and massive crowds can quickly become overwhelming. We take the stress out of your visit by…

5.0(7)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £97.44 per person

Washington DC Monuments & US History Moonlight Guided E-Cart Tour

Explore the nation’s capital after dark on a Moonlight E-Cart Tour through Washington, DC. Ride in comfort as your expert Washingtonian storyteller guides you through the city’s most iconic monuments and memorials, beautifully illuminated under the night sky. Discover the history behind the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, White House, and other famous DC landmarks while…

4.1(11)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 11 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £37.01 per person

Washington DC Monuments Up Close: Day or Night Electric Cart Tour

See Washington, DC’s most famous monuments up close without spending hours walking between them. Hop aboard an open-air electric cart for a relaxed, two-hour small-group tour with a friendly guide who shares the stories behind the city’s landmarks. Choose a daytime departure for beautiful views of the National Mall, or an evening ride to experience DC at sunset or after dark. When booking, choose…

4.5(8)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £41.55 per person