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2 Hours Book Store Tour in Capitol Hill

Discover literary treasures by walking through Capitol Hill. The tour will also include passing by sites like the U.S Capitol and Library of Congress. The tour begins on H St, a vibrant neighborhood for restaurants and entertainment. We will begin with a visit to Solid State, a black-owned independent bookstore featuring a diverse selection of fiction and non-fiction titles. Grab a coffee or tea (included), and we will take a 25 minute walk (or Uber based on weather conditions, which will be included in the price). Next, East City -Is an independent women bookstore founded by local bibliophile Laurie Gillman, followed by Capitol Hill Books, a quaint bookstore with many rooms, including rooms like the Mystery Room, the Cultural Closet and the Weird Section Lastly, you can continue to enjoy vendors and food at DC’s landmark, Eastern Market. The tour will end here, and you will have time to enjoy the market on your own.

2 Hours Book Store Tour in Capitol Hill

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

Experience American history firsthand with a ticket to Mount Vernon, George Washington’s elegant estate on the banks of the Potomac River near Washington DC. Learn the stories behind the remarkable estate at the Orientation Center, then explore the manicured grounds, and visit the 5-acre experimental farm; and see the reconstructed gristmill and distillery, open only on weekends from April through October.

George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

30 minutes to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

A group approaches the U.S. Capitol Building for an insider-access tour.

Experience some of the most popular attractions in Washington, DC like an insider on this full-day sightseeing tour. Begin with a tour of the United States Capitol Building; admission tickets are prebooked for a seamless visit. Then, see the city’s most famous landmarks and monuments aboard a comfortable coach, including the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and more. Then, end your tour with a visit to the National Archives Museum.

VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Washington DC's Best Donuts, Sweet Treats & Walking History Tour

If there’s one thing Washington D.C. is known for, it’s donuts. That’s not true, but it should be—you’ll taste and see why on this tour. Following your guide, you’ll travel from local donut institutions to the joints favored by politicians, exploring from cake and raised classics to the global donuts of Chinatown. Bonus: You’ll also catch views of the White House, learn about the city’s non-donut history, and more.

Washington DC's Best Donuts, Sweet Treats & Walking History Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

DC Holiday Lights Tour

See both Washington DC and Old Town Alexandria all lit up for the season thanks to this holiday lights sightseeing tour. Starting at the US Navy Memorial, board a luxury bus to explore Downtown DC’s dazzling lights, seeing more than you easily could on your own. Visit the National Christmas Tree by the White House and the Capitol Christmas Tree, admire the decorations along Embassy Row, head to charming Old Town Alexandria, and more.

Holiday Lights Tour of Washington DC and Old Town Alexandria

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - Exclusive Guided Tour

Step into the past and be amazed by the natural world on this small-group or private tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Located in the heart of Washington DC, the museum is home to more than 126 million artifacts, including the Hope Diamond, Egyptian mummies, and a living coral reef. Spend time immersing yourself in the collection's stories and objects, and come away from the museum with new knowledge.

Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - Exclusive Guided Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Guided African American History Tour with Reserved Museum Entry

Guided African American History Tour with Reserved Museum Entry

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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People observing the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington D.C.

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The White House in Washington D.C. on a summer day.

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Dome of the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C., USA

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U.S. Capitol

Abraham Lincoln statue inside Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC.

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