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Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour

Experience the history and scale of Washington DC—and quickly travel between destinations—on a fun and time-saving Segway tour. Headsets ensure you can hear your guide’s insightful commentary as you zip past prominent buildings, historic sights, and top DC monuments. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to get a good overview of the city, in order to know where to explore in more depth later.

Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Washington Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h20 and 18 reviews

Experience Washington differently with your exclusive audio tour. At your own pace, explore the American capital through an itinerary revealing its history, symbols and ideals. Guided by an interactive 3D map and immersive audio commentary, discover the city beyond institutions, between memory, power and hope. From the Washington Monument to the White House, explore the National Mall and its major landmarks: Lincoln Memorial, memorials to Vietnam, World War II, Roosevelt, Jefferson and Martin Luther King Jr. The app works offline, with real-time geolocation and commentary in French, English and Spanish. Useable on five devices, the circuit forms a flexible loop: start where you want and resume when you want.

Washington Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h20 and 18 reviews

3 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

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Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre

Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Grand Tour of Washington, D.C.

Get a panoramic look at Washington DC—and enjoy a hassle-free way to check off its top sights—on this half-day sightseeing tour by bus. Listen to live narration as you see dozens of top attractions, such as the Lincoln Memorial, the monuments of the National Mall, and more. Additionally, stop for a closer look at eight top attractions, including the White House, Capitol, and Vietnam Memorial. Upgrade to visit George Washington's Mount Vernon, too.

Grand Tour of Washington, D.C.

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

DC R-Rated History Crimes Sex and Scandals

On this adults-only walking tour, discover how a neighborhood once nicknamed Murder Bay transformed into the nerve center of American power. From 19th-century brothels to Cold War espionage, political cover-ups to presidential indiscretions, this is the side of D.C. that rarely makes it into textbooks. You’ll explore the streets where corruption, vice, ambition, and power collided — and learn how these hidden stories helped shape the nation’s capital as we know it today.

DC R-Rated History Crimes Sex and Scandals

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Dark Nights in D.C. - Walking Tour

Dark Nights in D.C. - Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of Washington, D.C.

Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of Washington, D.C.

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Washington DC Night-Time City Bus Tour with Optional Mount Vernon

There's a certain magic to Washington DC that can only be experienced at night, when highlights like the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and White House are all illuminated after dark. On this evening bus tour, you'll see the city after the sun has gone down and travel without the crowds. As you go, learn more from your guide's narration—and even upgrade to add on a visit to George Washington's Mount Vernon.

Washington DC Night-Time City Bus Tour with Optional Mount Vernon

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Self Guided Capital Spy Pursuit in Washington DC

This experience uses a mobile app for city exploration games, offering mission-like tours in Washington, DC. In each game you follow clues and solve puzzles for discovering new places and stories around the city. Every game is a quest that teleports you inside a fictional story where you’re the main character. In "Capital Spy Pursuit," you play as Agent 23, a seasoned spy hunter tasked with thwarting a German espionage plot during WWII. The mission: track down a notorious German spy who has infiltrated Washington, D.C., and plans to sabotage the war effort. Your journey takes you through the city's historic landmarks, where you'll uncover hidden clues, solve puzzles, and ultimately confront the spy before it's too late. Time is running out—can you stop him?

Private Self Guided Capital Spy Pursuit in Washington DC

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Residences of the Presidentses: Lafayette Square and Foggy Bottom

Residences of the Presidentses: Lafayette Square and Foggy Bottom

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Donuts, Lights & History: DC’s Holiday Walking Food Tour

Join us for a holiday themed Donut adventure through our nations capital, Washington DC. Join us for a historic Donut adventure through our nation’s capital, Washington DC. Our tour begins in Western Market, which has a legacy dating back to 1802! There we will sample donuts made from a business that’s been in the same family for five generations. From there we’ll head downtown, where we’ll see a restaurant favored by a former President before passing by the White House itself for a perfect photo op. After soaking in some history at Lafayette Square, we’ll head deeper into DC to try some local fan favorite donuts from local celebrities. From there, we’ll head down Palmers Alley, the most instagrammable spot in DC, where we’ll end our adventure with delectable donuts with an international flavor. By the end, you’ll have made some great friends and enjoyed some incredible donuts and history. We hope you can join us today!

Donuts, Lights & History: DC’s Holiday Walking Food Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Hidden Halls of Power: Secret History of the White House & DC

Washington, DC, has not always served as the federal government's headquarters. Following the Revolutionary War, the Residency Act of 1790 allowed for the establishment of the federal government in New York City, Philadelphia, and finally Washington, D.C. Establishing the federal government's seat was difficult due to the undeveloped state of the area that is today known as downtown Washington, DC. Land needed to be surveyed, maps needed to be created, and plans needed to be created for the new US capitol. Given that the newly established federal government had incurred enormous debts during the Revolutionary War that needed to be paid off, these duties proved to be easier said than done. As we travel through historical sites that date from the period immediately following the Revolutionary War to the present, we will be reminded of the American tale.

Hidden Halls of Power: Secret History of the White House & DC

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Dupont & Logan Circles Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Looking for things to do in Washington DC? Our 3-hour self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt take you from the White House to Dupont Circle and Logan Circle while also seeing several embassies, churches, and parks. Also, you will have to solve challenges at every step to discover your next destination. At each stop, you will learn some history as well as interesting facts. The Washington DC Dupont Circle and Logan Circle Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.9 km / 2.4 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete. - A fun learning experience - See the sights! 36 locations - Learn some local history - Challenge your knowledge: 29 varied challenges - Fun for all ages, kids included - Pet-friendly throughout - Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule - Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt Buy 1 scavenger hunt for your party of 1 to 6 people.

Dupont & Logan Circles Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Beyond the Closet Walking Tour

Today Washington DC is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly jurisdictions in the country with gay-friendly laws, an inclusive school curriculum, anti-discrimination protections, and marriage equality. But from the 1940s-1970s, this city was ground zero for actively uncovering closeted gay federal government employees and firing them without justification. On this walking tour, you’ll see Washington DC’s iconic government buildings through the eyes of the committed government servants who were persecuted because of their sexual orientation. You’ll see the sites where the brave few chose to fight back and demand their civil rights. And you’ll see where they built their own communities and paved the way for today’s more inclusive city. Our country chose fear over competence and denied the service of hundreds of eminently qualified researchers, diplomats, and leaders. But in the end, learn how this discrimination caused the LGBTQ community to organize, to unite, and to emerge from the closet.

Beyond the Closet Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Washington DC Downtown and White House Private Walking Tour

Walk through the heart of Washington DC, the mecca of American history and politics. Marvel at landmarks like the White House, Ford's Theatre, and the FBI Headquarters. Optional extended route includes the National Mall, home to US Capitol and Washington Monument. Tour is available in following language: English German, Spanish & French Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Downtown See Washington DC’s iconic landmarks, including the White House, Ford’s Theatre, and the FBI Headquarters. Explore American history and stories behind each site. 3-hour: Downtown & National Mall See Washington DC’s historic sites, from the White House to Ford’s Theatre and the National Mall. Uncover hidden stories and learn about the city’s political past. This exclusive walking tour with Rosotravel invites you to discover the heart of Washington DC. Walk in the footsteps of presidents, revolutionaries, and icons.

Washington DC Downtown and White House Private Walking Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Washington DC Private Walking Landmarks Tour

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Traverse the most iconic landmarks of Washington, from the Lincoln Memorial to Capitol Hill. This experience combines American history, government institutions & monuments in one curated route. Begin near the White House, where power & legacy meet. Walk through Lafayette Square & hear stories of decisions that shaped a nation. Continue along Pennsylvania Avenue, a symbolic route of American governance. At the National Archives, marvel at the nation's founding documents. Discover the political heart of the United States on this immersive walk. Ideal for first-time visitors, history enthusiasts & travelers seeking a deeper understanding of America’s capital city. Please note: To comfortably cover multiple historic districts in one day, the tour may include brief rideshare transfers between stops. The program & attractions may vary based on booking date/time & crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Washington DC Private Walking Landmarks Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Washington D.C. Lincoln Assassination History Walking Tour

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.

Washington D.C. Lincoln Assassination History Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

A Journey Through Washington DC In Lincoln’s Footsteps - Private

Explore the pivotal moments of Abraham Lincoln's life on this 6-hour tour through Washington, DC. An expert guide will lead you to significant sites connected to Lincoln’s presidency and the Civil War. You'll visit Lincoln’s Cottage, Howard University, and memorials honoring Civil War African American soldiers, Ford's Theater, culminating at the National Portrait Gallery, where the last photograph of Lincoln is displayed. This private tour combines luxury transportation with insightful storytelling, providing a deeper understanding of Lincoln’s legacy and its impact on the nation. - 6-hour guided tour focused on Lincoln’s life and legacy - Visit key historical sites including Ford’s Theatre and Petersen House - Luxury transportation provided throughout the journey - Ideal for history enthusiasts and those interested in American culture

A Journey Through Washington DC In Lincoln’s Footsteps - Private

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,669

Lafayette Square

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Lafayette Square

Lafayette Square is a lovely park for all visitors to DC, especially those seeking great views of the White House.
The park is free to enter.
Lafayette Square is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.

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