Top Washington DC Tours by Duration

See Washington DC’s historic monuments and memorials in a light that most travelers miss on this evening half-day small-group tour. Witness the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the US Capitol Building, and much more illuminated beneath the night sky while enjoying audio link insights from your guide at each location.

Experience Washington DC from a different perspective on this evening coach tour. Visit multiple sites when the crowds are lower and the atmosphere is a little more relaxed. Discover the highlights of the National Mall, including the White House, the US Capitol, and Lincoln Memorial. Make stops along the way for an up-close look, and learn more from your guide's commentary. Additionally, upgrade to include admission tickets to DC museums (for later, independent sightseeing).

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.

Step back in time—and learn about American history in a more immersive way than many other tours—on this half-day visit to Mount Vernon from Washington DC. Explore George Washington’s home, wander through its restored gardens and farmland, and learn about the life and legacy of the country’s first president. As a bonus for the following day, a self-guided ticket to the National Air and Space Museum is included.

Discover the highlights of Washington D.C. during this four-hour private tour. Follow a customizable itinerary with a seasoned guide and long-time local resident. Understand the history and significance of iconic landmarks like the White House, Supreme Court, Lincoln Memorial, and more—with plenty of get-down photo stops along the way. Enjoy complimentary bottled water and door-to-door transfers from the airport or your DC Metro Area hotel.

Head out after dark to see the iconic monuments of Washington, DC, lit up for the night. This evening tour takes you on a scenic ride past the Capitol, the Washington Monument, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and other sites. This tour combines a ride in a tour vehicle with some stops where you'll get out to walk for a closer look. Upgrade to include a reserved entry ticket into the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum.

Enjoy a more personalized way to explore the best of Washington DC—and see the city at its most atmospheric (and least crowded)—on this nighttime sightseeing tour. Meet your driver-guide directly at your hotel; after hopping aboard your vehicle, set off with just a small group of fellow travelers for company. Look forward to spotting the White House, seeing the monuments of the National Mall, and more, all lit up after dark.

Enhance your Washington DC visit by visiting Mount Vernon, fill those gaps in history with knowledge, and relive those passages in time that make a difference today. Subsequently, our tour guide will lead you through Alexandria’s historic Old Town, recognized as one of the top five small towns by Condé Nast Traveler Readers since 2018. When we travel, the real value persists in the importance of the sites visited, which is precisely what provides our experience, distinguishing us from the rest...!

Explore Washington DC in a unique and comfortable way as you drive through the nation’s capital in an electric cart. Your local guide takes care of all the logistics and navigation as you relax and enjoy the sights. See many highlights in a few hours, including the Washington Monument, Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and more while you hear fascinating facts and insights from your guide.

Discover the best of Washington DC all in one day on this time-saving, multi-stop tour. Drop by the city’s top landmarks and monuments, from the White House and the US Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial and beyond. Explore on foot and by comfortable bus, or upgrade to travel by glass-topped vehicle for unimpeded views. This tour also includes a seasonal Potomac River cruise for a new perspective on the nation's capital.

Deepen your understanding of the legislative branch of the US government on a small-group tour of Capitol Hill that explores the US Capitol and your choice of the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress, or both (along with the Folger Shakespeare Library). This tour goes inside each destination for a guided tour, and highlights include reserved entry at the US Capitol with a guide to help bring Capitol Hill's fascinating politics and history to life.

Experience 250 years of American history on this 3-hour guided walking tour led by a local historian & professional tour guide. Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, where you’ll explore pivotal moments from the American Revolution to the 20th century and beyond. Rather than wandering aimlessly, you’ll follow a carefully curated narrative that makes history engaging, accessible, and relevant. Head to the National Archives Museum, where you’ll enjoy skip-the-line entry. Inside, view the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, some of the most important original documents in world history. Throughout the tour, the small group size allows for meaningful interaction, questions, and discussion, creating a more personal and enriching experience than large group tours.

Pack two of Virginia’s natural must-sees into one full-day excursion with this guided tour of Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park’s gorgeous Skyline Drive. In Luray’s limestone caves, you’ll explore stalactites and other geologic formations before hitting the road to take in the spectacular views of Shenandoah National Park along the Skyline Drive.

With the sheer size of the Smithsonian museums, it can be tough to know where to start, let alone how to see all the most interesting exhibits. This small-group walking tour of the National Air and Space Museum, Museum of National History, and Museum of American History lets you squeeze the most out of your time in the city.

Explore Washington DC's iconic landmarks and monuments on a full-day coach tour. Stop at the White House, U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and more. Depending on the season, you'll be invited to enjoy a Potomac River cruise or extra memorial stops and Pentagon Mall lunch. Upgrade options include admission to the Washington Monument, National Air and Space Museum, African American Museum, or a guided Capitol Hill walk with U.S. Capitol entry.

Follow in the footsteps of the nation's first president on this half-day history tour. Travel to Mount Vernon, George Washington's home in Virginia and one of the nation’s most beloved historic sites. Also enjoy a bus trip around Old Town Alexandria, where you see 17th- and 18th-century homes and discover little-known facts about the landmarks. Upgrade to add a Washington DC night tour to your itinerary, if you wish.

Tick off the highlights of Washington D.C. during this private, half-day tour. Customize your own itinerary, selecting a range of local sights to visit. Optional stops include the White House, Arlington National Cemetery, Lincoln Memorial, or the National Museum of American History at the Smithsonian. Air-conditioned vehicle transfers with hotel pickup and drop-off are provided.

Discover the heart of American democracy, and pick from our 3 or 4-hour Capitol Hill experience — including timed entry tickets to both the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress, fully handled for you. Beginning at the iconic U.S. Supreme Court, guests take in the building's exterior before continuing on to explore the exterior of the Capitol itself. From there, the experience moves indoors at the Library of Congress, the largest library on earth, where guests explore the Jefferson Library, the Gutenberg Bible, the breathtaking Main Reading Room, and more. Next, guests travel the connecting tunnels — walked daily by senators and congressmen — emerging at the Capitol Visitor Center, where famous statues and remarkable stories await. The experience ends in an official tour of the U.S. Capitol, including the stunning Capitol Rotunda. Enjoy a seamless experience of Capitol Hill!

Experience the beauty of Washington, D.C. at night on this monuments at night bike tour of the city. Check out the Jefferson, Lincoln and WWII memorials once the sun goes down and explore the Vietnam War Memorial and the National Mall at night. This popular tour offers travelers the chance to explore on two wheels after dark when monuments are less crowded.

Experience the height of American history with our Washington Monument Guided Tour & E-Book Bundle, the ultimate resource for navigating the world’s tallest stone obelisk. Your journey begins with a guided ascent to the observation deck, where you’ll enjoy unparalleled 360-degree views of the National Mall, followed by a curated descent through the monument’s interior stone museum. Complementing the physical tour is our exclusive e-book, which reveals the fascinating engineering drama behind the monument’s two-toned exterior and offers a professional "Photography Masterclass" to help you capture the perfect shot from the Reflecting Pool. Designed to save you time and deepen your historical insight, this bundle transforms a standard visit into an immersive, expert-led adventure through the heart of the nation's capital.

Experience Washington, DC at night on a private, fully personalized sightseeing ride with an English-speaking local driver. Enjoy a relaxed, flexible tour in a private vehicle, seeing iconic landmarks illuminated after dark, including the White House, U.S. Capitol, National Mall, World War II Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial. Your driver shares historical insights, local stories, and recommendations while allowing time for photos, short walks, and breaks at your preferred pace. This door-to-door experience is stress-free, fully customizable, and perfect for first-time visitors or anyone wanting to experience the city’s monuments in a calm, atmospheric setting. Pickup and drop-off from central hotels are included, and the itinerary can be adapted based on your interests.

The US Capitol, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress are some of the most popular sights in DC, but that can also mean long lines to get inside. On this small-group half-day guided tour, spend more time exploring rather than waiting around with reserved access. Learn about the historic importance of each landmark as you spend time navigating them on foot.

See a different side of Washington DC, and beat the daytime crowds, on a nighttime coach tour of the city's top sights. Travel in a standard vehicle, or upgrade for one with a glass roof. Along the way, gaze at floodlit memorials and monuments, such as the Lincoln Memorial and the Jefferson Memorial. Have time for photo stops, and learn more from your guide's narration en route.