Top Washington DC Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 3

A grand walking tour of Capitol Hill to explore the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and US Capitol. Learn about the country's legislative & judicial branches and step inside with the included entry tickets. Supreme Court: The tour does not enter, but you will get a full understanding of the judicial branch. Library of Congress: See an original Gutenberg Bible, view Jefferson's original library collection. Take a peek in the main Reading Room and admire items such as a draft of the Gettysburg Address, handwritten lyrics for “The Sound of Music,” Maya Lin’s drawings for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, original artwork by Stan Lee for the Spider-Man comic. Capitol Building: Learn about the Burning of Washington and find the best angle for a photo. See the original plaster model of Freedom. Your guide will secure hard-to-get tickets for the docent-led tour, which brings you into the Crypt, the Rotunda, and the Old House.

Enjoy an offbeat experience—and discover a new side of the nation's capital—on an evening ghost tour of Washington DC. Follow your animated guide to the Dolley Madison House, Lafayette Square, and a range of other historical locations. At each stop, learn the spooky stories behind the city’s alleged hauntings and ghost sightings. The tour is also a great opportunity to see the nation’s capital illuminated at night.

Get more from your visit to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum on this small-group or private tour. Follow your guide through one of the world’s largest collections of historic aircraft and spacecraft. See Buzz Aldrin’s spacesuit, the Apollo 11 module, and real moon rocks. As you go, your guide shares stories about the sights you wouldn't uncover on your own. A family-centric tour option is also available.

See Washington, D.C.’s most iconic sites illuminated at night on a 3-hour, small group tour with an experienced guide. Enjoy time to explore the city’s moving memorials to the Marine Corps and Korean Veterans, then see the World War II Memorial and the Pentagon Memorial. Walk around the landmarks dedicated to Abraham Lincoln and Thomas Jefferson, and capture unforgettable images of the capital city after dark with time to photograph some of D.C’s most famous views.

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.

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.

See the landmarks of Washington DC on a night tour that highlights the major monuments of the United States capital. This night tour uses audio-visual technology including bluetooth earpieces that make it easy to hear the guide’s commentary, and LED bracelets to identify the group. View top destinations including the US Capitol, the White House, and memorials to Martin Luther King Jr, Abraham Lincoln, and Thomas Jefferson.

Take a tour of Washington DC’s top monuments when they’re all lit up during this guided nighttime tour. Travel in a comfortable bus and wear LED bracelets so you can easily identify your group and avoid getting lost. Listen to your guide as they provide context on top sights including the White House, US Capitol, the Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and much more.

See Washington DC’s top historical highlights in one day—and continue to George Washington’s former estate, Mount Vernon—on this comprehensive tour. Leave the driving to someone else, and hop aboard a comfortable coach in the morning: view landmarks like the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial, and make quick stops at the White House, US Capitol, and more. Then, head to Mount Vernon for a self-guided audio tour of the estate.

Go beyond the guidebooks as you walk through Arlington National Cemetery with a dedicated guide on this private tour. Visit the graves of the famous men and women buried there and learn about their lives. Ask your private guide as many questions as you like and enjoy a more flexible itinerary based on your interests.

The Arlington National Cemetery is full of history but can be overwhelming to navigate on your own. Let your tour guide spotlight the incredible stories behind many of the cemetery’s residents in a guided walking tour. See the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, as well as the changing of the guards. Pass by famous graves, including the Kennedy family gravesite, that you might overlook otherwise.

Go beyond the traditional daytime DC tours with an after-dark visit to the city’s famous landmarks. Climb aboard an air-conditioned vehicle and see famous memorials and monuments, taking in views of the illuminated Washington Monument, the White House, more along the way. As you go, you'll have the benefit of skipping daytime crowds and traffic and enjoying another perspective on the city.

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.

Discover the highlight monuments and memorials along Washington DC’s world-famous National Mall and Tidal Basin—and learn the stories behind the sights from your guide’s immersive narration—on this small-group tour. You can look forward to discovering iconic sights like the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and much more plus enjoy included ticket to the Washington Monument.

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.

Cruise in style through Washington DC on a private limousine tour of the nation’s capital. Pick a departure time that works best for you, meet your driver at your preferred local address, and hop aboard your luxury vehicle. Then, sit back and relax as you cruise through the city, looking out for highlights like the White House, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and more.

Visit George Washington’s historic home and estate with a 6-hour tour of Mount Vernon from Washington, D.C. Get a glimpse of the President’s life and work as you explore an elegant mansion furnished with period antiques and Washington’s personal belongings. Browse education exhibits at the onsite museum, and visit the tomb where George and Martha Washington were buried. Learn about the legacy of slavery at Mount Vernon in the slaves’ quarters, then tour the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds before returning to D.C.

Come hungry for food and for knowledge on this historical and culinary tour of Georgetown, whose roots predate Washington DC. Learn about Georgetown's 250 years of history, from its origins as a working class port city to its current status as a trendy college neighborhood, and stop to sample a broad selection of some of the best food the neighborhood has to offer. Tastings can range from tacos to Korean tapas to French cuisine paired with wine, and all tastings are included in the price.

Take one giant leap into the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, on a small-group tour that covers the early history of flight, and the modern-day life of an astronaut. Explore a collection that includes everything from space suits to moon rocks and a model of the International Space Station, with insights that you wouldn't be able to get on your own.

Get more from your visit to the National Gallery of Art than you would if exploring alone, all thanks to this private or small-group tour of the Washington DC museum. Follow your guide through one of the country's only national collections of art, including works by Renaissance artists, French impressionists, American painters, and more. As you go, learn the stories behind the masterpieces, and see the collection highlights.

Have only a short amount of time to explore the nation’s capital? This private tour lets you customize the itinerary to fit your schedule and interests. Pick between half- and full-day durations, enjoy hotel pickup, and travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. See sights like Arlington National Cemetery, the US Capitol, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and more.

See the best of Washington DC—and discover a new side of the city’s major monuments—on this nighttime tour. After sundown, meet your guide, hop aboard your vehicle, and set off to see highlights like the US Capitol, Washington Monument, Supreme Court, and more. You have the opportunity to stop for photo breaks and learn about the landmarks’ history from your guide.

Discover a new perspective on Washington DC's best-known sights—and enjoy a comfortable way to travel, without the hassle—on this nighttime, open-top bus tour. See many of the city's key monuments and memorials lit up after dark, from the White House to the Lincoln Memorial. As you go, the on-board narration illuminates the city's rich history. To enhance your visit, upgrade to include 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus passes.

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.