Top Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours

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Group/Private Washington D.C Moonlight Tour in Luxury Vintage Car

4.7

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from $55

See Washington DC's highlights, whilst beating the crowds, on this customised, private sightseeing tour. Pick a departure time that works best for you, meet your guide at your preferred location, and hop aboard a luxury SUV or Sprinter van. Options of where to visit include the White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, and much more—and will learn the stories behind the sights from your guide.

Private Washington DC City Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $550

Explore the famous monuments and memorials of Washington DC by night on this small-group (or private) sightseeing tour. Hop aboard an open-air, electric vehicle and enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the nation’s capital. Travel by the wealth of famous attractions, with views of the Washington Monument, the White House, and many other landmarks lit up after dark, and don't forget to bring your camera to capture this magical time of day.

Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart Day and Night

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from $54

Explore Washington, DC’s landmarks and Capitol Hill on a small-group electric cart tour, offering a sustainable and relaxed way to see the city. Enjoy narrated stops at highlights like the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, with photo opportunities along the way. Led by a local guide, this tour provides fascinating insights and stunning views of the nation’s capital—without hours spent walking.

DC Monuments & Capitol Hill Highlights Tour by Electric Cart

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Luxury SUV Private Day or Night Tour of Washington DC

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $520

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.

4- Hour Private customizable Washington DC Tour

4- Hour Private customizable Washington DC Tour

4 hours 5 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $550

Get personalized attention and enjoy a flexible itinerary on this private walking tour of Washington DC. Visit the highlights and landmarks of the nation's capital, including the Supreme Court, the Capitol Building, the Main Reading Room of the Library of Congress, and others. Then, enjoy free time to explore the Capitol Visitor Center, including the US House of Representatives, with your provided entry ticket (unguided).

Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Exclusive Tour

Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Exclusive Tour

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Take a hop-on hop-off Washington DC trolley tour to explore the nation’s capital at your own pace. The route encompasses the city’s top attractions, including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and more. Just hop off at any stop when you want to explore, and then hop back on the trolley to continue around the city. You can also upgrade to include Arlington National Cemetery entry.

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Washington DC Hop-On Hop-off Trolley Tour with 15 Stops

Washington DC Hop-On Hop-off Trolley Tour with 15 Stops

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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).

DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(5,816)

from $63

Private & Custom Guided City Tour of Washington DC

from $550

The Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

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from $95

Private Washington DC City Tour | Monuments Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(214)

from $342

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

Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - Exclusive Guided Tour

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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.

Small-Group Guided Tour inside US Capitol & Library of Congress

Small-Group Guided Tour inside US Capitol & Library of Congress

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Skip the lines and step into the world’s largest library, home to 170 million treasures. Marvel at the Main Reading Room, rare manuscripts, and breathtaking architecture in a place where American history and culture come vividly to life. Tour is available in following language: English German, Spanish & French Highlights: • Discover the best of the Library of Congress with a 5-Star Private Guide • Gain seamless access to this popular attraction with pre-booked timed tickets • Admire the grandeur of the Main Reading Room and its stunning architecture • Uncover rare manuscripts that shaped American history and identity • Immerse yourself in the rich symbolism of the Thomas Jefferson Building Embark on a 2-hour private tour of the Library of Congress with Rosotravel, where you’ll experience one of the most awe-inspiring cultural landmarks in the world. Enjoy a tailored journey through this grand library, guided by a Licensed Private Guide who will share captivating stories.

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Library of Congress Washington DC Private Tour with Tickets

Library of Congress Washington DC Private Tour with Tickets

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from $208

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.

DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $69

Skip-the-line DC National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Guided Tour

Explore the foundation of American democracy on an exclusive tour of the National Archives Museum with skip-the-line access. View the original Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights up close. Learn how these documents shaped a global superpower, and discover personal letters, speeches, and rare artifacts, including the Emancipation Proclamation and the Magna Carta, on a moving journey through U.S. history.

Skip-the-line DC National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Guided Tour

1 hour to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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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.

Washington DC by Night Private Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $162

Smithsonian Museum of American History Exclusive Guided Tour

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Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Vigilance Tours is unlike other tours With 25 years of working knowledge of Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and DC – Eric Hommel (Lt Col, USAF (retired)) is the only Cemetery guide who goes beyond the facts and figures and discusses the stories behind the facts and figures The tour is interactive – by getting to know you, Eric strives to make the tour meaningful while maintaining the reverence of Arlington National Cemetery In order to get to know each other, we limit the size of the tour group to a max of 12 visitors No subject is totally off limits – Eric is happy to discuss most topics (history, politics, military decisions, treatment of veterans, etc.) defining those interred at Arlington National Cemetery We will not rush you; the tour is scheduled for at least 3 hours, if you have less than 3 hours to visit the Cemetery we recommend shorter tours with other companies Eric is the author of: THE LOSING GAME: HOW TO LOSE A WAR AND FAIL VETERANS (Amazon)

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Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

See the moving Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknowns on a guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Be perfectly placed for good views of the moving ceremony, then continue to some of the cemetery's most important gravesites and memorials, including places dedicated to John F. Kennedy, the USS Maine, Second World War soldier Audie Murphy, and more, learning the fascinating history of the cemetery as you walk.

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Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards

Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $69

Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour

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Corina_M, Aug 2026

Arlington National Cemetery Tour with Jim

Jim was an outstanding tour guide and made our visit to Arlington National Cemetery truly unforgettable. His knowledge, professionalism, and heartfelt storytelling brought the history and significance of the cemetery to life in a meaningful way. He shared fascinating insights throughout the tour and took the time to answer questions, making the experience both educational and deeply moving. Thanks to Jim, this was one of the most memorable parts of our trip. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸✨

Private and personalized tour of Washington dc

Kim_A, Aug 2026

Amir was awesome!!! We...

Amir was awesome!!! We took a day tour that was also wonderful but the monuments illuminated were breathtaking! I would highly recommend the evening tour! We saw everything and a few extras that are not to be missed. Fewer people almost made it feel like you had the city to ourselves and was surreal!!! Thank you Amir!!!!!💗

Skip-the-line DC National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Guided Tour

pam_t, Aug 2026

Great tour and Guide!

Our Tour Guide AnneMarie was great. She knew pretty much everything. Took us to all of the different areas and explained everything. Answered our questions as well. Well worth it if you’re interested in hearing all the history and little details that you would miss if you were doing it on your own.

Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets

pam_t, Aug 2026

Great tour!

Tour was great. Craig, the Driver and Larry and the Tour Guide were awesome. Larry, the Tour Guide was so funny and made everything interesting. Got lots of great pictures. We got water a snack. We could hear all the audio through the devices they gave us. Led lights were cool as well. The only thing I was not impressed with was the back of the van was a little warm. Raising the air flow helped a little bit, but there were no vents in the back.

4- Hour Private customizable Washington DC Tour

John_C, Aug 2026

Exactly what we'd hoped for

This is a perfect way to see Washinton and if I come again, I will definitely give Fisseha a call. He was early and met us exactly where he said he would. Unlike some tours, he was a safe driver and I didn't worry at all in traffic. He was very explicit with instructions about where he'd drop us off and where we'd meet back up and he didn't rush us at all. He kept us hydrated with a cooler of ice cold water. Washington is so beautiful. The only thing I was disappointed with was the White House. It reminded me of a maximum security prison and the only place with any view at all was full of angry people crowding around the only area without black out screens. Our time ran out before we got to see everything, but he said everyone should see the WWII memorial and we went there too. I can't decide which was my favorite, the WWII or FDR memorial. I love a good water feature. We were dropped off by the Washinton Eye instead of the starting point when we said that we were doing it next. I guess if we had called, we could have made more adjustments to the itinerary than just taking it at our own pace and included a stop at the Smithsonian or Arlington. Regardless, this was an amazing way to see Washington and I would book this again

Private Washington DC City Tour | Monuments Tour

Deborah_H, Aug 2026

Perfect individualized tour

We had a lovely tour. It was edited for our specific desires.. And included (per my husbands request) a trip to Ben’s Chili Bowl. We included a visit to the Pentagon Memorial that I hadn’t even thought of and the new Air Force Memorial. A drive through Arlington Cemetery was not available secondary to the heavy rain conditions but that isn’t anything our driver had control over. All in all a wonderful tour.

Group/Private Washington D.C Moonlight Tour in Luxury Vintage Car

Jordan_E, Jul 2026

Great night tour!

We had an amazing experience on our DC Night Monuments Tour, and Camrin made it unforgettable! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the history behind each monument and shared interesting facts and stories that brought everything to life. Beyond being a fantastic guide, Camrin was also very chivalrous, thoughtful, and made sure everyone in the group was comfortable throughout the tour. His enthusiasm and professionalism really stood out and made the entire evening enjoyable. If you’re looking for a memorable way to see Washington, DC at night, I highly recommend this tour—and if you get Camrin as your guide, you’re in for a great experience!

Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Exclusive Tour

Caroline_R, Jun 2026

Another great tour with Babylon!

Such a wonderful guide with Maribeth and the stories and insights were amazing. We couldn't get inside the Supreme Court but we were given info on what was happening there which was great. Seeing The Library of Congress was easy and she even came with us to the Galleries after the tour. Hearing her past only emphasised where we were and what we were seeing. Highly recommend her and the tour company!

Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - Exclusive Guided Tour

Martha_B, May 2026

This museum is best seen with a knowledgable guide

This place is ENORMOUS! Without Brenda we would have wandered around for hours and not really seen much of anything. BUT with her we were able to see highlights of some VERY interesting exhibits and hear stories surrounding them that made the visit most enjoyable. I can't imagine visiting here, especially for the first time, without a guide to help steer you in the right direction. We are very grateful to have Brenda share some of her wealth of knowledge. WELL WORTH the price.

Washington DC Small-Group Evening City Tour

Danae_C, Apr 2026

Tour that Doesn’t Feel Rushed…PERFECT!

We had an amazing time with Mr Eddie! He texted the day before to confirm pickup and arrived 15 mins early for our tour. He explained our stops and set expectations for our stops. As we drove he gave a history of DC while pointing out places of interest. He drove slow enough that we all had an opportunity to see what was being discussed. Our favorite stop was the Pentagon. He walked with us and gave a detailed account of the days events as well as details about the memorial itself. We could not have been more pleased with the entire experience! We loved the personal touch he provided for our family.

Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour

Samuel_A, Sep 2025

A Knowledgeable, Respectful, and Engaging Guide with Humor!

Leigh was an outstanding guide at Arlington National Cemetery. She combined deep knowledge and respect with a great sense of humor that made the tour engaging and memorable. Her storytelling brought history to life in a meaningful way, and she made the whole experience both informative and uplifting. I highly recommend her to anyone visiting Arlington.