Top Washington DC Day Trips

Dive deeper into US history when you embark on this day trip from Washington DC to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Head north from the nation’s capital to Gettysburg National Military Park to learn about the Civil War and the 1863 battle that took place on those grounds. Watch a short film and then explore downtown Gettysburg before heading back down to Washington DC.

Follow in the footsteps of Founding Father Thomas Jefferson—and enjoy a hassle-free way to explore Monticello—on this small-group, full-day trip. Travel from downtown Washington DC to Jefferson’s UNESCO–listed estate. Once there, go on a guided tour that shares stories about his life and work, and have free time to explore more of the historic landmark at your own pace.

Discover the story of America in a single day on this complete Washington D.C. tour. Walk the grounds of Capitol Hill, view the White House, and explore iconic memorials honoring leaders and veterans. Continue through the National Mall, Smithsonian Castle, and the National Gallery of Art and the National Air and Space Museum with next-day reserved entry. End the day at Mount Vernon, George Washington’s treasured estate overlooking the Potomac River, where the origins of the nation come to life. A powerful and efficient journey through the capital’s most significant sites.

See Washington and nearby Maryland dressed in spring color on a seasonal small group cherry blossom tour. Visit the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and East Potomac Park before continuing to Kenwood, a residential neighborhood known for streets lined with Yoshino cherry trees. Enjoy time to walk beneath the blossoms and take photos, with bottled water and a snack provided. A reserved ticket for a self-guided visit to the National Air and Space Museum on the following day is also included.

Escape the bustle of Washington DC for a day—and enjoy an indulgent excursion in Virginia Wine Country—on this small-group tour. Depart in the morning from a central departure point, and cross over into Virginia. You'll visit two wineries, where you'll enjoy extensive behind-the-scenes tours, tutored tastings, and snacks, and will also have the option to purchase lunch on one of the estates.

Northern Virginia is peppered with vineyards, each offering a unique variety of wines. Spend a day wine tasting through Virginia wine country when you book this private tour that begins with pickup anywhere in the DC metro area. Your driver-guide can suggest wineries to visit or you can create your own itinerary based on vineyards that interest you. Note: tastings are not included.

See the best that Washington DC has to offer while you explore the city in the comfort of a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle. Alongside a private guide, visit the top attractions of the city including most of the city’s memorials, the White House, the Washington National Cathedral, and Ford’s Theatre, where President Lincoln was shot. Choose from morning, afternoon, or evening tour times to fit your schedule.

Most Washington DC tours can be packed full of people, making it hard to take in all the information your guide shares, but not this Washington DC Premium Small-Group Tour. This small-group experience takes you to the US capital’s top highlights, as well as lesser-known landmarks, in just one day. Plus, with less tour goers in your group, you’re sure to enjoy your guide’s commentary.

Explore early American history on a guided walking tour led by world-renowned archaeologist and historian Dr. Yohannes Zeleke, offering expert insight and storytelling that elevates each stop along the journey. Visit historic grounds including preserved entrances to slave quarters, a historic well site, and key landscape features that reveal daily life on a colonial estate. A guided visit to the mansion is included, providing context on architecture, household life, and the people who lived and worked there. Optionally, learn about the quarry associated with George Washington and its connection to early American construction and enslaved labor. The tour continues into Old Town Alexandria, with optional time for lunch while exploring one of America’s most historic colonial port cities, including its ties to slavery and historic slave trade sites. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

When the travel itinerary includes amazing shopping outings, Leesburg Premium Outlets is a must-see destination on the agenda. We have designed the perfect experience. Shopping at Virginia Premium Outlets is more convenient, they are exclusive shopping centers that do not have the problem of as much influx as those located within the city. Minimum 2 passengers.

Explore George Washington through two places that shaped his life: Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon. This private tour connects Washington’s estate, working landscape, and Potomac River setting with the port city where he conducted business, worshipped, socialized, and participated in civic life. Guests enjoy a flexible Old Town Alexandria experience with time for lunch on your own followed by an afternoon at timed Mount Vernon mansion visit, as well as guided interpretation of the estate and grounds. Ideal for history lovers, families, architecture enthusiasts, and travelers who want a deeper understanding of Washington’s world in one private day.

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.

Explore George Washington’s historic estate with your own personal tour guide during this half-day private excursion to Mount Vernon from Washington D.C. Enjoy a comfortable and scenic ride to the Founding Father’s Virginia plantation in an air-conditioned van. Enrich your visit with a guided tour of the mansion and an audio tour of the grounds before heading back to your D.C. hotel.

A private tour that combines visits to Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery offers a comprehensive and immersive experience for visitors interested in exploring two of the most significant historic sites. By combining visits to Mount Vernon and Arlington National Cemetery in a private tour, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of American history, explore the legacies of two iconic figures – George Washington and the unknown soldiers who have served their country – and reflect on the ideals and values that have shaped the nation. The private tour allows for a more intimate and personalized experience, tailored to the interests and preferences of the visitors, and provides a unique opportunity to connect with the rich history and heritage of these important sites.

While driving through Washington D.C. we pass iconic landmarks such as, The White House, U.S Capital, Washington Monument, and The Tidal Basin. We also drive past the World War II, Jefferson Lincoln and Korean War Memorials. Guest will see the Pentagon, Airforce Memorial, Reagan National Airport, Crystal City, and Pentagon City as we drive through Virginia.

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Discover Washington DC's monumental grandeur and democratic ideals with your self-guided audio tour, allowing you to explore America's capital at your own pace. Begin at the National Mall where the monuments to Lincoln, Washington, and the fallen of America's wars create a two-mile corridor of national memory stretching from the Capitol to the Potomac. Wander through the Smithsonian museums. Stand before the White House where every president since John Adams has lived and governed, then explore the halls of the Capitol where Congress has debated the nation's course since 1800. Marvel at the neoclassical grandeur of the Jefferson Memorial reflected in the Tidal Basin, especially magical during cherry blossom season when pink clouds frame the founding father's bronze figure. Discover Georgetown's cobblestoned streets where Federal townhouses and waterfront dining create the city's most charming neighborhood. Experience the solemn power of Arlington National Cemetery.

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See the best of Washington, DC and America's aviation history in one private tour. Travel comfortably in a private SUV with your own guide as you explore iconic landmarks including the White House, U.S. Capitol, National Mall, World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Then journey to Chantilly, Virginia, to explore the incredible Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, home to the Space Shuttle Discovery, SR-71 Blackbird, Concorde and hundreds of historic aircraft and spacecraft.

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.

Get some serious bang for your buck with this combination day-and-night sightseeing tour. You’ll see all of Washington D.C.’s iconic structures—the White House, the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, and so much more—in both the light of day *and* when they’re glowing at night. Plus, following your tour guide, you’ll go beyond their exterior beauty and get to know their history-making stories.

Learn about the life of George Washington and explore the city that was named after him on this full-day tour to Mount Vernon and Washington DC. Start off with a guided tour of the first president’s home, Mount Vernon, and enjoy free time to explore the estate. Then, enjoy a panoramic tour through Old Town Alexandria before embarking on the nighttime tour of the nation’s capital.

Take a break from the city without the hassle of navigating on your own on a guided day trip to Mount Vernon and Old Alexandria. No need to plan logistics: Admission tickets and tour of Washington’s Mount Vernon estate are reserved for you. Afterwards, explore Old Alexandria with a guide, who ensures you see points of historical interest that are often unmarked and missed by visitors.

Explore Washington DC on this Full Day Guided Bus, Walking, and Boat Tour. Start your day with a 2-hour Guided Walking Tour through Capitol Hill where you'll pass by the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and Senate Office buildings. Travelers will be provided Entry into US Capitol to see a minimum of 3 rooms which may include the Crypt, Rotunda, National Statuary Hall, Old Supreme Court Chamber, or Old Senate Chamber. Following Capitol Hill, enjoy a guided Bus Tour and make stops outside 10+ top monuments including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and pass by sites including Washington Monument, Tidal Basin, and more. There is a lunch break roughly halfway through the day (own expense). Tour also features a scenic seasonal boat cruise along the Potomac River (typically mid March to mid October). When the boat is not operating, extra stops will be added to Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial and Pentagon Mall.