Top Washington DC Cultural Tours

Get an in-depth look at Washington DC’s National Museum of American History, one of the top museums in the capital, on a half-day guided tour. Choose between a small-group and a private tour, both offering a personalized experience. With a dedicated guide, visit the museum's highlights without the risk of getting overwhelmed or lost, and take the opportunity to ask plenty of questions.

Washington DC’s Georgetown neighborhood is considered the historic core of the city, and it offers a wealth of sights for visitors to explore. See the best of the area's past and present—and discover sights and stories you'd miss if exploring alone—on this small-group walking tour. Follow your guide to key sights from JFK's former home to Georgetown University, learning behind-the-scenes stories along the way.

The US Capitol, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress are some of the most popular sights in DC, but that can also mean long lines to get inside. On this small-group half-day guided tour, spend more time exploring rather than waiting around with reserved access. Learn about the historic importance of each landmark as you spend time navigating them on foot.

If you’re looking to explore Washington DC in style, this 2-hour tour of some of the US’s most iconic monuments and landmarks while riding in either a four or seven-seater electric vintage-style luxury car could be for you. Riding in a Model T replica, witness unobstructed views of the Jefferson Memorial, Capitol Hill, DC’s war memorials, and many more.

Experience the grandeur of Washington DC’s architecture and memorials at night on this moonlight small-group tour. Avoid the crowds and traffic, and explore with just a small group for company. Travel in a climate-controlled van with hotel pickup and drop off included, discovering famous sights like the White House, the Capitol Building, and the Lincoln Memorial. A great way to get your bearings in a new place for the first time.

With the sheer size of the Smithsonian museums, it can be tough to know where to start, let alone how to see all the most interesting exhibits. This small-group walking tour of the National Air and Space Museum, Museum of National History, and Museum of American History lets you squeeze the most out of your time in the city.

Head out after dark to see the iconic monuments of Washington, DC, lit up for the night. This evening tour takes you on a scenic ride past the Capitol, the Washington Monument, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and other sites. This tour combines a ride in a tour vehicle with some stops where you'll get out to walk for a closer look. Upgrade to include a reserved entry ticket into the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum.

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.

Step into Bubble Planet, an enchanting world where bubbles take center stage in over ten immersive environments designed for all ages. This interactive experience invites exploration through themed rooms filled with giant bubble installations, colorful projections, and playful illusions. Dive into the Bubble Ocean, float in the Bubble Bath, and capture memorable moments in the Duck Selfie Room. With option to select our VIP ticket which includes GA Entry Ticket + VR Experience + souvenir gift, every corner promises a new surprise, making it a perfect outing for families, couples, and curious explorers.

See a different side of Washington DC, and beat the daytime crowds, on a nighttime coach tour of the city's top sights. Travel in a standard vehicle, or upgrade for one with a glass roof. Along the way, gaze at floodlit memorials and monuments, such as the Lincoln Memorial and the Jefferson Memorial. Have time for photo stops, and learn more from your guide's narration en route.

Explore Washington DC's iconic landmarks and monuments on a full-day coach tour. Stop at the White House, U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and more. Depending on the season, you'll be invited to enjoy a Potomac River cruise or extra memorial stops and Pentagon Mall lunch. Upgrade options include admission to the Washington Monument, National Air and Space Museum, African American Museum, or a guided Capitol Hill walk with U.S. Capitol entry.

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.

As the home to some of the most important documents in US history, the lines to enter the National Archives can unfortunately get pretty lengthy. Rather than spending hours waiting to see the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights, on this small-group guided tour, head straight inside for a historical adventure thanks to skip-the-line access.

Discover a side of Washington DC’s past that most history books leave out—and hear the city’s most salacious and sordid stories—on this immersive walking tour. Pick between afternoon and evening start times, and set out on foot. As you stroll along major arteries like Pennsylvania Avenue, learn about the area’s past as a red-light district, hear stories about the madams who shaped the city, and glimpse a number of highlight landmarks.

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, accessible, and relevant. Head to the National Archives Museum, where you’ll enjoy skip-the-line entry. Inside, view the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, some of the most important original documents in world history. Throughout the tour, the small group size allows for meaningful interaction, questions, and discussion, creating a more personal and enriching experience than large group tours.

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.

Explore the solemn beauty of Arlington National Cemetery on a 2-hour walking tour that showcases its most significant sites. From the iconic JFK gravesite to the revered Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, immerse yourself in the rich history and honor the sacrifices made by those interred here. Visit the Arlington House for an insightful perspective on the grounds and their historical significance. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with American history in a profound setting. This tour includes: - Two-hour guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery - Small Group (maximum of 10 guests) - The Changing of the Guard Ceremony - The Arlington House - John F. Kennedy and his family's Grave's - The Eternal Flame - Joe Lewis Gravesite - Sir John Dill Memorial - Ruth Bader Ginsberg memorial - Tomb of Robert Todd Lincoln - William Howard Taft Gravesite - Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial - Colombia Space Shuttle Memorial - Iran Hostage Crisis Memorial - Memorial Amphitheater

The National Archives is home to some of the most important documents in the United States. Discover the important role the archives have played in preserving US history while avoiding the queues with this small-group tour that includes skip-the-line reserved entry. See the original Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Magna Carta, and more.

Combine visits to several of Washington DC’s most popular attractions on this walking tour that takes you to the White House, the National Mall, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and much more. Learn facts about each location that most guidebooks miss, while taking the opportunity to snap photos of the White House from several different vantage points.

Learn about American history and culture—and explore a solemn landmark in a respectful way—on this tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Visit key monuments, including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the President John F. Kennedy Gravesite, and the Robert E. Lee Memorial, hear more about the service members and national figures laid to rest here, and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

One of the newest museums in Washington DC, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History is also the only such institution in the country solely devoted to African-American life and culture. This private tour offers an extra level of insight as you explore the collection highlights and many artifacts and artworks, plus a chance to bypass the crowds and enjoy a more personalized experience.

On the night of April 14, 1865, John Wilkes Booth shot Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre and vanished into the Washington night, launching one of the greatest manhunts in American history. Follow that story on the very streets where it happened; visit the boarding house where the conspiracy was planned, Baptist Alley where Booth's horse awaited, Ford's Theatre, and the Petersen House where Lincoln died the next morning. Led by an expert guide and inspired by Manhunt, this tour brings the events of April 1865 vividly to life with stories, hidden details, and insights most visitors miss. More than sightseeing, it's a chance to stand where history happened and experience one of America's most dramatic stories firsthand. See beyond the crowds and modern cityscape, revealing the hidden clues, overlooked locations, and human drama behind the assassination. Experience Lincoln's final hours in a way no book, museum, or documentary can match.

Put down your guidebook and skip the stress of navigating on your own when you book a gourmet food and walking tour through historic Georgetown. Your guide takes you off the beaten path to highly-rated establishments, from a deli loved by locals to an Indian restaurant that’s been around for 20 years. Along the way, see hidden landmarks often missed by visitors, including Julia Child’s former home.