Top Washington DC City Tours

Discover the best of Washington DC all in one day on this time-saving, multi-stop tour. Drop by the city’s top landmarks and monuments, from the White House and the US Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial and beyond. Explore on foot and by comfortable bus, or upgrade to travel by glass-topped vehicle for unimpeded views. This tour also includes a seasonal Potomac River cruise for a new perspective on the nation's capital.

Discover Washington DC’s history, culture, and architecture without breaking a sweat—and avoid the crowds—on this open-air, small-group electric cart tour around the city. Visit key landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial and the White House, see the cherry blossom area around the Tidal Basin, and uncover parts of the city you might otherwise miss. This child-friendly tour requires you to bring your own car seat as lap seating is not allowed.

Experience Washington DC from a different perspective on this evening coach tour. Visit multiple sites when the crowds are lower and the atmosphere is a little more relaxed. Discover the highlights of the National Mall, including the White House, the US Capitol, and Lincoln Memorial. Make stops along the way for an up-close look, and learn more from your guide's commentary. Additionally, upgrade to include admission tickets to DC museums (for later, independent sightseeing).

Explore the nation’s capital in style as you’re escorted around some of the US’s most significant landmarks in an open-air e-cart vehicle. On this compact tour, get a detailed introduction to Washington DC’s monuments and history, alongside an expert Washingtonian storyteller. Unlike if you were to explore alone, you'll discover unique, little-known facts that you won’t find on the internet or in books.

Discover the most popular sights in Washington DC, and simplify your sightseeing, with this all-in-one package. On a hop-on hop-off bus tour, drive past many of the capital's top attractions, including the White House, the Washington Monument, the National Mall, and more. This cost-saving package also includes an Arlington National Cemetery walking tour and more.

Explore the famous monuments and memorials of Washington DC by night on this small-group (or private) sightseeing tour. Hop aboard an open-air, electric vehicle and enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the nation’s capital. Travel by the wealth of famous attractions, with views of the Washington Monument, the White House, and many other landmarks lit up after dark, and don't forget to bring your camera to capture this magical time of day.

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 memorials sightseeing tour includes an extended visit near the Lincoln Memorial, giving guests time to experience the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Korean War Veterans Memorial in addition to the city’s must-see attractions. Travel comfortably aboard an Open-Air Cruiser while your knowledgeable local guide brings Washington’s history to life with fascinating stories, historical facts, and local insights. With small groups, convenient photo stops, and less walking, this guided Washington DC tour is an easy and memorable way to discover the capital’s most famous monuments and memorials.

See Washington DC's highlights, whilst beating the crowds, on this customised, private sightseeing tour. Pick a departure time that works best for you, meet your guide at your preferred location, and hop aboard a luxury SUV or Sprinter van. Options of where to visit include the White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, and much more—and will learn the stories behind the sights from your guide.

Lots of tours drive you around Washington DC’s most popular sights, but not many do so in a replica Model T electric cart. Choose between a daytime or evening ride on this private tour to escape the crowds. Take in views of Capitol Hill, the Washington Monument, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, and more.

Explore Washington, DC without breaking a sweat—or having to walk for miles—on this small-group open-air cruiser tour. Discover the city’s top highlights, including the United States Capitol, the Washington Monument, and the White House, and enjoy plenty of stops to see landmarks in greater detail with photo opportunities. Along the way, learn about DC’s history, culture, and architecture from your guide .

Enjoy a more personalized way to explore the best of Washington DC—and see the city at its most atmospheric (and least crowded)—on this nighttime sightseeing tour. Meet your driver-guide directly at your hotel; after hopping aboard your vehicle, set off with just a small group of fellow travelers for company. Look forward to spotting the White House, seeing the monuments of the National Mall, and more, all lit up after dark.

Discover Washington DC's most important landmarks in just a few hours, on a small-group walking tour of Capitol Hill's highlights. Stop outside major buildings, including the US Capitol and the Supreme Court; go inside the main reading room of the Library of Congress, and get insides in American history from your guide that you wouldn't encounter on your own.

Experience the history and scale of Washington DC—and quickly travel between destinations—on a fun and time-saving Segway tour. Headsets ensure you can hear your guide’s insightful commentary as you zip past prominent buildings, historic sights, and top DC monuments. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to get a good overview of the city, in order to know where to explore in more depth later.

Discover many of Washington DC’s most significant African-American historical and cultural landmarks on this small-group, half-day driving tour. Meet your guide in the morning at the US Navy Memorial Plaza, hop aboard your vehicle, and set off: you’ll pass highlights ranging from the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial to the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site. At tour’s end, head to the National Museum of African American History and Culture to explore independently.

See the moving Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknowns on a guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Be perfectly placed for good views of the moving ceremony, then continue to some of the cemetery's most important gravesites and memorials, including places dedicated to John F. Kennedy, the USS Maine, Second World War soldier Audie Murphy, and more, learning the fascinating history of the cemetery as you walk.

Take a hop-on hop-off Washington DC trolley tour to explore the nation’s capital at your own pace. The route encompasses the city’s top attractions, including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and more. Just hop off at any stop when you want to explore, and then hop back on the trolley to continue around the city. You can also upgrade to include Arlington National Cemetery entry.

This Washington DC daytime small-group guided tour is a comfortable, easy, and memorable way to see the city’s famous monuments and memorials without long walks or crowded buses. Travel through the National Mall by open-air e-cart and enjoy clear daytime views, fresh air, local history, and convenient photo stops. Unlike large bus tours, this small-group sightseeing experience feels more personal and relaxed. Your guide shares stories, history, and meaningful details as you see highlights including the U.S. Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, MLK Memorial, Washington Monument, and more. This daytime Washington DC monuments tour is ideal for travelers who want great photo opportunities, easy sightseeing, and a better way to explore the capital in less time. With open-air comfort, local stories, and a route focused on DC’s most iconic landmarks, this guided e-cart tour offers a unique way to experience the heart of Washington DC.

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 the physical tour is our exclusive e-book, which reveals the fascinating engineering drama behind the monument’s two-toned exterior and offers a professional "Photography Masterclass" to help you capture the perfect shot from the Reflecting Pool. Designed to save you time and deepen your historical insight, this bundle transforms a standard visit into an immersive, expert-led adventure through the heart of the nation's capital.

Step inside the epicenter of American democracy with an exclusive, semi-private walking tour of Capitol Hill. 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 securing your reserved passes and curating a seamless, VIP experience. With a strictly limited group size of 10 guests or fewer, you will enjoy unprecedented access and personalized attention from your expert guide. Leave the chaotic, 50-person bus tours behind as you dive deep into the history, architecture, and hidden secrets of the U.S. Capitol, the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress, and the Folger Shakespeare Library. Whether you are a history buff or a first-time visitor, this immersive storytelling experience goes far beyond a standard guidebook.

Explore the vast Arlington National Cemetery, just across the water from Washington DC, at a pace that suits you on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour. With trolleys departing regularly, you can hop off at any of the stops, including the JFK Gravesite/Eternal Flame, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and Arlington House. Listen to an on-board guide share the history of Arlington and the significance of the memorials, monuments, and burial sites that you pass.

Please Note: The 6:00 PM tour may not be fully dark depending on the season. The 8:30 PM tour offers a fully after-dark monuments experience. 6 PM = sunset / evening atmosphere (not fully dark depending on season) 8:30 PM = fully after-dark experience Experience Washington DC at night on a guided vintage cart tour. Enjoy an open-air ride across the National Mall as the city’s famous monuments and memorials glow after dark. See the U.S. Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, MLK Memorial, and Washington Monument with local stories, history, and photo stops along the way. This small-group nighttime sightseeing tour is a comfortable and memorable way to see DC’s most iconic landmarks without long walks or crowded buses.

Experience Washington D.C.’s most iconic landmarks in a focused and efficient half-day morning tour led by a professional guide. Explore the heart of the nation’s capital, from Capitol Hill to the White House, and continue through the city’s most meaningful memorials honoring presidents, civil rights leaders, and military heroes. This route is designed to provide a powerful overview of American history, governance, and national heritage within a short timeframe. Guests will also receive a reserved ticket for the National Air and Space Museum, valid for a self-guided visit later in the day. This tour delivers essential Washington D.C. highlights with clarity, convenience, and cultural depth.

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 hearing fascinating stories and little-known facts you won’t find in the typical guidebook. Enjoy a relaxed small-group experience with plenty of opportunities to stop, take photos, ask questions, and see Washington, DC at its most magical—lit up at night. * See Washington, DC’s most iconic monuments beautifully illuminated after dark * Ride comfortably in an open-air electric cart * Hear fascinating history and little-known stories from a local Washingtonian guide * Enjoy photo stops at some of the city’s most famous landmarks * Experience the National Mall and monuments without long walks

Enjoy Washington DC’s monuments and landmarks lit up after dark, and see side of the capital city many visitors miss, on this evening highlights tour. Have the opportunity to stop outside 10 top DC landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial, White House, and US Capitol. As you travel between attractions, learn details about the landmarks and memorials from your driver-guide. Then, at each stop, have time to take photos and explore on your own.