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Visit two top DC museums on a small-group, guided tour that explores some of America's national treasures. With so much to see in the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History and the National Museum of American History it's easy to get overwhelmed, but visiting with a guide means you'll go straight to the most spectacular exhibits and artifacts. This tour is a great way to learn the stories behind the museums as you see sparkling gems, pieces of American history, and more.

Escape the city and explore Washington DC’s nearby wine country on this day trip to Loudoun County. Visit three wineries and enjoy discounted tastings (or opt for the all-inclusive upgrade) at each, and also have time to explore the vineyards. Ride in comfort round-trip on a coach bus and let someone else take care of the driving and navigation so you can drink worry-free at each stop.

Watch the city come alive on a private night tour of Washington D.C. Pass by a number of illuminated monuments such as the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the Capitol Building. Learning about the history of the city and the U.S. from your guide.

Discover the place that President George Washington called home on a 5-hour tour to Mount Vernon. Relax and enjoy the scenery as provided transportation takes you from the capital into the countryside. Take a guided tour inside the mansion, then explore the 500 acre grounds independently and at your own pace. During the return trip to the city, stop at Christ Church in Alexandria, where Washington attended sermons.

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.

Pay your respects with a veteran guide trained in military history on a private tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Your guide shares historical anecdotes at major landmarks and quiet spots often missed by visitors. The tour includes admission and round-trip transport from hotels or monuments in Washington DC or Alexandria County for your convenience.

Get a personalized introduction to American history on a small-group or private walking tour of Washington DC’s top monuments and memorials. Led by your guide, check off many of the highlights of the National Mall—from the Lincoln Memorial to the Vietnam Veteran Memorial and more—all while learning insider facts and stories. Conclude your tour with admission tickets to the Washington Monument, which you can explore independently.

Get a comprehensive overview of Washington DC's most important landmarks and highlights on this small-group or private walking tour. Learn about the nation's history as you make stops at iconic landmarks including the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, National World War II Memorial, and more. Your tour concludes with entry to the Washington Monument where you can enjoy a self-guided tour.

Discover two of Washington DC's most popular museums, all in just half a day on this small-group (or private) tour. With a guide for company, you'll visit two highlight Smithsonian museums. Begin at the National Museum of Natural History to view everything from taxidermy elephants to the Hope Diamond. Then, head to the always-popular National Air and Space Museum to views rockets, planes, and more.

If you have limited time in Washington, D.C., this full-day guided tour makes sure that you see it all. Starting at Mount Vernon, you'll visit multiple historic sites just outside the city then return to D.C. in time to see such landmarks as the Supreme Court, Washington Monument and National Archives lit up at night.

Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Dinner Cruise in Washington DC. You and your guests will enjoy a holiday 3-course, plated dinner freshly prepared by our chef, full bar service, and City Cruises’ distinctive hospitality. While onboard, experience exceptional views of Washington DC’s iconic landmarks, DJ entertainment, and festive décor. Our team will happily take care of the details, leaving you to celebrate the holidays on the Potomac River with your friends and family. Happy Holidays! Includes Three-hour Christmas Eve dinner cruise on the Potomac River Chef-prepared, three-course, plated holiday menu The most breathtaking views of the nation's greatest landmarks including the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial DJ entertainment Complimentary coffee, hot tea, and iced tea

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,

Washington, DC’s rich and storied history runs the gamut of political intrigue, scandals, murders, and some of the greatest moments in U.S. history. This fully narrated tour combines walking and driving to major sites like the White House, the Pentagon FBI building, and the National Archives. Guides narrate the stops as you travel, and the tour is available in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.

Revisit the heyday of Washington D.C.’s African-American-led jazz scene during this Harlem Renaissance walking tour. See where Duke Ellington started playing ragtime, learn how U-Street earned its nickname “Black Broadway,” visit a club venue once favored by Billie Holiday, and stop for a snack in an iconic eatery that has kept presidents fed for over three generations.

Immerse yourself in United States history and art with a visit to the National Archives and the National Portrait Gallery, on this small-group tour. See the Bill of Rights and the Federalist Papers, and personal letters written by George Washington and John F Kennedy. Then, head to Chinatown to discover several levels of portraits that range from the Founding Fathers to prominent modern Americans. This tour goes beyond the tourist sights and offers visitors in-depth context and history.

Explore the famous sites of Washington DC on this private driving tour with hotel pickup. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure, then climb aboard a luxury vehicle and enjoy an educational and entertaining account of the nation’s capital with a private guide. Travel between the plethora of famous war memorials, monuments, and landmarks, with enlightening commentary from your guide.

The massive size of Washington DC’s Museum of Natural History and American History Museum can be easily overwhelming. Going with a guide ensures you see both key highlights and hidden gems at each museum, as well as learn about topics such as pop culture, ancient wildlife, geology, and American history. During your small-group tour, enjoy the full attention of your guide and ample time to ask questions. Upgrade to a private tour for even more attention and a customized itinerary.

Discover Arlington Cemetery with a guide and explore this somber side of American history. See the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, pay your respects at the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy, and take a turn around Arlington House, the former home of Robert E. Lee.

Discover two of Washington DC’s most characterful neighborhoods—and see how Washington DC locals live—on this walking tour of Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights. Meet your guide at Meridian Hill Park in the afternoon, and set off on foot. You’ll learn about the area’s diversity, famous former residents, and unexpected history; will see everything from embassies and cultural institutes to colorful local streets; and much more.

Immerse yourself in Washington DC's thriving craft beer scene—and follow your guide to three locals-loved breweries—on this small-group tour. Don't worry about finding your own way there: Round-trip transit from downtown DC is included, so you can focus on enjoyment. From there, enjoy up to 12 delicious craft beers, go on insider brewery tours, and learn all about the brewing process from your beer-expert guide.

This walking tour reveals what happened on the night that changed the history of a nation forever. Journey back in time to learn about the three-pronged attack designed to change the course of U.S. politics and Government, and its impact on American and world history. This thrilling one-of-a-kind walking tour doesn’t just visit the main landmark locations involved in the plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln but immerses you in incredible insights and revelations that will make you look upon the assignation of the 16th President of the United States in a completely different light as well as other assassinations. With your expert local Washington D.C. guide, you will journey back in time to learn about the three-pronged attack designed to change the course of U.S. politics and Government. The assassination of the 16th President of the United States is shrouded in mystery, intrigue, and conspiracy; however, this tour will reveal the truth behind the infamous night.

Immerse yourself in Adams Morgan’s diverse food scene on this tour of the area’s eateries. Over the course of the afternoon, sample dishes from a range of cuisines, from Peruvian to Nepalese. Going with a guide eliminates the stress of choosing where to dine on your own and ensures you walk away with an inside perspective on the neighborhood.

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.

The National Gallery is filled with incredible works by the likes of Da Vinci, Rubens, Rembrandt, Monet andVan Gogh but it can feel overwhelming for the first-time visitor. Rather than just wandering around, explore the museum's masterpieces in the company of a guide who can provide essential context on this small-group tour.