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KimberlySimone_L, Apr 2026
Solo Traveler
Really cool experience after walking around the entire day, Joe was an awesome guide to a cool group. He allowed plenty of time for us to roam and gave historical background and context to help bridge the gap of what we forgot in school :) would absolutely recommend evening bike. PS was oddly hot this week, but the even ride was perfect temp!
Debra_G, Apr 2026
Great value great experience
This was a great experience and well worth the price. To see all the monuments , capital, etc would take all day if you were walking and you would be exhausted if you have young children and or seniors - this is the way to go Amin, our driver and guide was lovely , very accommodating, informative, kind and helpful. Lots of room for the 6 of us. 2 adults , 2 seniors , 2 children 11,9.
Thoroughly enjoyed - had lots of time for pictures Thanks Amin
Christopher_Z, Mar 2026
Perfect tasting menu of three great museums
Great experience! Our guide Christina led us from the meeting point through three great museums. She provided interesting and in-depth descriptions and history of the buildings we passed on the way, all while walking backwards. :-) In each museum she led us to key displays of artifacts and provided interesting explanations on their importance. Christina was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. We highly recommend this tour.
Shari_C, Mar 2026
Great historically accurate, knowledgeable tour guide and tour experience!
I showed up late and Kenny still made it one of the best tours I've ever taken. We covered an incredible amount of ground — the White House, St. Elizabeth's mental institution near the new Mystics arena, Frederick Douglass' 9-acre hilltop estate, Mary McLeod Bethune's home, the first African American theater in the US (Howard Theater) where legends like Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, and Ella Fitzgerald performed. We wrapped up at the Lincoln and MLK Memorials — all before the African American Museum opened at noon.
This tour is deeply immersive and covers history you won't find in the standard education system. If you're visiting DC, carve out a full day for this experience. It's not just Black history — it's American history, told fully and honestly. Highly recommend Kenny and this tour.
Kelly_P, Mar 2026
Great monument tour!
Greg was an excellent guide! From clear instructions as to where to meet and all the details during the tour! He was engaging and knowledgeable. Perfect tour for some monument and history background for my daughter's first time to DC and then went on our exploring the rest of the mall on our own.
Elizabeth_B, Mar 2026
Excellent Tour, Exceptional Customer Service
Rebecca was an amazing guide and offered wonderful insights and well-timed humor throughout our tour. Because of the time of our visit, with spring break and so many school group visits, the entry lines for the Capitol, Library of Congress, and the Supreme Court were especially long. Babylon Tours extended a partial refund after our tour. I was so impressed with the superior customer service and communication. We will absolutely use this tour guide and group again when we return to DC!
Marian_B, Mar 2026
Last minute booking leads to lasting impression
Due to some unexpected weather and museum closures our planned itinerary became askew. Trying to find a last minute alternative was proving difficult because everything seemed to be booked up, so I purchased this tour last minute. So glad we did! Trying to see the Library of Congress, including the reading room plus the Capital would take a lot more time if I was trying to do it on my own. Our guide, Vicky knew exactly how to maximize our time to see the most things. Even as we stood inline she was pointing out points of interest. Could I have done this on my own- no because all the free tickets had been allocated, but even if I had been able to secure tickets, it would’ve taken us twice as long because I wouldn’t have known when to stand in line and what to do once I got inside. So thankful for Vicky’s guidance.
Larissa_P, Dec 2025
Great food tour, interesting neighborhood
Georgetown is a lively neighborhood with interesting fun facts. We went to 4 different places and had a good amount of food. Personally for me the highlight was a plant based restaurant. It was an unexpected surprise and the food was great. Our guide Christian grew up in the area and has a vast knowledge about the neighborhood history. The tour was slow paced, which allowed us to see points of interest along the way.
Michelle_S, Nov 2025
Great tour!
We loved it! We had Davey Crockett and he was so realistic! It was more of a history tour than a ghost tour - so definitely family friendly. We have lived in DC our whole lives and learned many new things. It’s also nice to walk around the Capitol grounds at night! A unique experience. Davey is very knowledgeable of the history and it was easy to retain everything he said because of the fun storylines he framed! Definitely recommend this tour and the price is a steal! There are a few more that cost a bit more and I don’t think that’s worth it.
andreajnovak, Oct 2025
Fabulous food tour in Georgetown! Book it now!
We had a great time with Jacob on the tour. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and had a funny sense of humor. The Ethiopian restaurant was star of the show! We loved seeing Julia Childs home and the history that went with it. Great job, Jacob!! If you’re reading this, don’t think twice, book the tour. You won’t be disappointed.
Melodee_J, Oct 2025
Our tour guide...
Our tour guide Christopher, and driver Kareem, were terrific. We learned a lot of history and really enjoyed seeing the actual home and belongings of our first President. Walking around the property, seeing the gardens, out buildings, and tomb was enlightening. Contemplating the lives of the slaves was a somber element as well.
Jenelle_G, Aug 2025
Fantastic visit!
Visiting Mount Vernon was such a fun and memorable experience! Even though the mansion was under construction and only certain rooms were open, it was still fascinating to tour and step back in time. The grounds were beautifully maintained, and the staff was wonderful—friendly, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. There was certainly a lot of information to take in, which made the visit all the more enriching. We also enjoyed the nice gift shop and the on-site restaurant, which added to the experience. Overall, a fantastic visit that I’d highly recommend!
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