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While most people visit Washington DC to see the White House, former presidents have lived all throughout the city, primarily in Lafayette Square and Foggy Bottom. Join a small group and embark on a walking tour to see where former presidents lived, worked, worshipped, and plotted throughout the years. Walk past some of DC’s oldest buildings and hear stories of its history.

Explore the monuments, war memorials, and famous sites of Washington DC by the light of night on this guided small-group sightseeing tour. Enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the US capital. Travel around and through the plethora of famous memorials and monuments, with stunning views of an illuminated Washington Monument, the White House and many other landmark locations.

Take a walk around the world and see the international side of the nation’s capital city. From diplomatic scandals to millionaires mansions, this tour explores the glamour of DC in the early 20th century and the international aura of today. Experience a fascinating 2-hour walking tour of Embassy Row, guided by a professional tour guide who will immerse you in tales of international intrigue and Gilded Age splendor. Starting at the iconic Dupont Circle Fountain, you'll travel along Embassy Row, marveling at the opulent mansions and historic embassies that line Massachusetts Avenue. Along the way, you'll uncover stories of power, diplomacy, and scandal that have shaped the area. The tour continues to Sheridan Circle before winding through the serene streets of Kalorama to visit the historic Woodrow Wilson House, a preserved gem of the past. Concluding back at the Dupont Circle Metro, this tour offers a captivating blend of architecture.

Combine history and the future on this small-group Smithsonian tour that visits both the National Museum of American History and the Air and Space Museum. Travel with a small group during this half-day tour and discover iconic artifacts such as the Hope Diamond, a T-Rex skeleton, meteorites, and Neil Armstrong's spacesuit.

With elegant mansions, churches, and a world class university, Georgetown is one of DC’s most fashionable neighborhoods. Get your bearings and explore Georgetown architecture on a 2-hour, small-group walking tour with a local guide, who will share Georgetown stories as you visit historic highlights and campus landmarks.

Get away from the crowded monuments of downtown DC and discover the former homes of a few US presidents on this small-group walking tour. Stroll through the neighborhoods of Dupont and Kalorama to see where Theodore Roosevelt, Herbert Hoover, FDR, and many other presidents once resided and hear stories they won’t always share in the history books.

Learn about America’s history on a half-day private tour of the National Archives and National Portrait Gallery. Peruse the Archives and get a closer look at some of the nation’s most important original documents like the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Listen to your guide recount the history of D.C., from a swamp to the capital of the United States of America.

Immerse yourself in the history of the United States' capital on this bus tour around Washington DC. Ideal for first-timers who want to get in as much sightseeing as possible, this whistle-stop tour includes the White House and the Lincoln Memorial. What's more, your live guide explains the monuments and memorials as you pass by. You'll also enjoy access to and a guided tour of the Library of Congress, the US Capitol, and the Supreme Court.

Washington DC is full of historical sites and while it’s easy to explore on foot or by bus, this 2-wheel tour option gives travelers access to some of the city’s most popular landmarks. Check out the Lincoln Memorial, White House exterior, Supreme Court and the Capitol on this Capital Sites Bike Tour. Your friendly guide shares plenty of history, facts, and city knowledge on this easy bike ride through the nation’s capital.

Deepen your knowledge of US history on a combined tour of the National Archives and the National Museum of American History, and learn fun facts that you might not discover on your own. Join your guide and see the original Declaration of Independence, the star-spangled banner that inspired the US National anthem, the 1297 Magna Carta, and much more.

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind night out in Washington DC when you book tickets to this interactive mind-reading performance, led by a celebrated magician and mentalist. Choose from several time slots, make your own way to the venue (just around the corner from the White House), and settle in for an evening of mind-bending spectacles and feats of falsehood. Afterwards, the performer will pull back the curtain to reveal some of his secrets.

On this leisurely walking tour, be immersed in one of the most historically significant parts of Washington D.C. Delve into Georgetown's colonial and Federal period history with a private guide, who will bring to life stories of long-standing traditions, high society and world politics. Home to world-class shopping, rich history, five-star restaurants and one of the world’s best universities, Georgetown simply cannot be missed.

Experience the beauty of America's iconic capital city during this moonlit tour of Washington, D.C. by van. Make your way in a private vehicle through historic landmarks and top attractions. Visit Capitol Hill, the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress and more. It's the perfect way to cap off a day of sightseeing with a relaxing tour at dusk.

Learn about the history and impact of Washington D.C.’s Black community during this full-day private tour. Listen to stories and insights from your own personal guide as you explore the city by chauffeured vehicle. Highlights include the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Howard University, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

The Arlington National Cemetery is home to the graves of some of the US’s most influential figures, but it’s tricky to fully explore the site on your own. Instead, on this guided tour, visit the Kennedy graves, the space shuttle memorials, Arlington House, and much more, while listening to facts and stories from your guide.

Take a walking tour of the alleyways of Washington DC, offered on Sundays, which lasts for about 1.5-2 hours. Your guide will tell you and the group about the history behind the alleyways, which were places where enclaved people and the poor could live inexpensively and build community and security. You’ll visit the Blagden Alley/ Naylor Court historic district here, too,

Spyher’s hosts are all former CIA officers with operational experience. Pending availailability, the tour is available privately in Spanish, French, Russian, Hebrew, Arabic.

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.

See Washington DC’s iconic monuments in a single morning on a Guided Morning Sightseeing Bus & Walking Tour with an experienced guide. Pass by over 20+ sites including National Archives, Freedom Plaza, Jefferson Memorial and stop for photos outside top locations including the White House, US Capitol, MLK Memorial, and more. Hear insider stories about DC’s politicians and historic figures as you explore their moving war memorials, Presidential sites and government buildings, and get the perfect introduction to America’s capital city. Tours will conclude at the Washington Monument where travelers will be provided Admission Tickets for self-guided entry into the attraction. Many tours are offered of the various monuments and landmarks of the nation's capital but very few include the Washington Monument. Though you can view it by riding by on a regular tour, this tour offers you a unique chance to get a peek inside and climb to the top of the structure.

Explore the best of Washington DC on a half-day, private tour. See where the country’s lawmakers spend their time when you stop outside the Capitol Building, and stroll by the White House. Then, head to the National Mall to spot a number of the country’s most famous monuments like the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. With in-depth commentary from your guide as you go, you'll learn the stories behind the sights.

Get an in-depth introduction to the renowned Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History during this interactive two-hour guided tour. Head straight to the museum's highlights, ensuring you won’t miss a thing. Listen to kid-friendly insights from your guide as you tour the vast collection of natural history specimens and human artifacts, from dinosaur fossils to prehistoric tools. Following the tour, feel free to continue visiting at your own pace.

Venture beyond Washington DC city limits—and explore some of the nation’s key historical landmarks—on this half-day coach tour. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and set off via the George Washington Memorial Parkway: you’ll spy landmarks like the Robert E. Lee Childhood Home, George Washington Masonic National Memorial, and Alexandria’s Christ Church. Upon arrival, go for a self-led audio tour of Mount Vernon’s grounds and museum.

See the highlights of Washington, DC on a full-day bus and walking tour with stops at top sites like the White House, U.S. Capitol, and Lincoln Memorial. Enjoy a seasonal Potomac River cruise or visit the Jefferson and Air Force Memorials when the boat is not operating. Optional upgrades include admission to the Washington Monument and select museums.

Don't think a tour should be a huge list of dates? Me neither! On this Evening interactive walking tour we will explore some of DC’s most iconic monuments, learning about the people they honor and those who made them. We will talk as a group about what monuments mean to you and why we have them. Come prepared to walk about a mile (1.6km). There will be benches, but not at every stop. A water bottle is recommended. Most importantly, bring your curiosity (and your camera!). So, who am I? I’m glad you asked! My name is Shelley and I adore talking about people, especially the ones that lived in the past. I started my career as a ranger with the National Park Service – you know, those people with the funny hats. You could have met me at The Frederick Douglass House, Cape Cod National Seashore, or The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal during my seven years of service. I have a Master's in museum studies and a Bachelors in anthropology and linguistics. I’m excited to meet you!