Explore Things to Do in Washington DC
Welcome to Washington, DC - a city where history, culture, and innovation come together at every turn. From the inspiring monuments and museums along the National Mall to the lively neighborhoods filled with world-class dining, art, and entertainment, the nation’s capital offers something for every traveler. Whether you’re here to explore iconic landmarks like the White House and Capitol, stroll along the Potomac, or experience the city’s vibrant festivals and nightlife, Washington, D.C. invites you to discover its unique blend of tradition and modern energy.
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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Washington DC - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Washington DC, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
Why wait until you arrive in Washington DC to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Retro Boat Rentals DC - Gladys
Captain Your Own Retro Boat • 1.5 Hours • Up to 4 Guests • No Experience Required
Washington
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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Rental - Double Kayak at Wharf
Now open for the 2026 season on Wednesday-Sunday!
Washington
1 Hour to 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
The Wharf Boathouse
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2-Hour Sunset Sailing Cruise
All Ages • Max 49 Passengers • Luxury Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard Washington DC’s Largest Catamaran
Washington
2 hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Nautical Star Sailing
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Insider's Pub Crawl
2 hours 15 minutes • Ages 21+
Washington
2 hours & 15 minutes
History Tour, Pub Crawl
D.C. Crawling
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Diva Royale - Drag Queen Show Washington DC
Starting at $39.98 • Weekly Drag Queen Shows • Fri and Sat 7:00PM • Sat & Sun at 1:30pm
Washington
Rentals
Diva Royale Show
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Washington DC: Walking Tour and Entrance to the African American Museum
2.5 Hours • Wednesday-Sunday
Washington
2.5 Hours
Museum, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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Private Cruises Aboard Independence
1976 Bruno & Stillman Downeast Electric Motor Yacht - Up to 13 guests
Washington
Private Tours
Nautiste LLC
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From Parchment to Power: Skip-The Line Archives
All Ages! • 2.5 Hours
Washington
2.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Friends in DC
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Labor Day Weekend Tour
Snacks • Full Bar • Music • Vibes • Fun
Washington
2 Hours
Be You Charters
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Washington DC Cherry Blossoms by Bike Tour
All Ages • 2 Hours
Washington
Bike Tour
Unlimited Biking
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Bus Tours Explore All
(Glass Roof / Open-Top) DC at Dusk Bus Tour
3 Hours • All Ages
Washington
3 Hours
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Museum, Party Bus, Scooter, Shuttle, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Winter Activities
USA Guided Tours - DC
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DC at Dusk Bus Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • Experience breathtaking views of our nation's capital, flooded with lights!
Washington
3 Hours
Pickup Available, Private Tours
Bus Tour, Museum, Party Bus, Scooter, Shuttle, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour, Winter Activities
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Discover DC with Nick, DC Tour God
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Three-Hour DC City Night Tour
Very popular! • See the sights after the sun goes down
Washington
3 hours
Bus Tour, City Tour
All Washington View
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Holiday Lights Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • See “America’s Christmas Trees” in one memorable evening!
Washington
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, City Tour, Harbor Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Scooter
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Tour
5 Hours • Take a guided tour of two of the most popular destinations in the DC area!
Washington
5 Hours
Bus Tour, Museum, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Cherry Blossoms Galore Tour
4 Hours • Available March - April
Washington
4 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
Pickup Available
Bus Tour, Cemetery Tour, City Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Museum, Party Bus, River Cruise, Scooter, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Private Tour - The VIP Experience
8 Hours • Private Tour • Transportation Included!
Washington
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Food Tour, Guided Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) Best of DC • VIP Tour + U.S. Capitol/National Archives Entry
8.5 Hours • Boat Cruise + Inside Tour of National Archives & US Capitol Buildings!
Washington
8.5 Hours
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, River Cruise, Scooter, Shuttle, Sternwheeler/Riverboat, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Walking Tours Explore All
Capitol Hill Walking Tour - Private
2.5 Hrs | Mon - Fri
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Madams of DC
Explore the History of DC's Civil War-era Red Light District
Washington
2 hours
Walking Tour
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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Combo: National Archives + Museum of American History Tour – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily | Ultimate comprehensive overview
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
Cemetery Tour, History Tour, Museum, Shuttle, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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(Glass Roof / Open-Top) Best of DC • VIP Tour + U.S. Capitol/National Archives Entry
8.5 Hours • Boat Cruise + Inside Tour of National Archives & US Capitol Buildings!
Washington
8.5 Hours
Boat Cruise, Boat Tour, Bus Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, River Cruise, Scooter, Shuttle, Sternwheeler/Riverboat, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Combo: National Museum of Natural History + American History Museum – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Private Tour - DC at Dusk
3 Hours • All Ages • Experience breathtaking views of our nation's capital, flooded with lights!
Washington
Private Tours
Bus Tour, Guided Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour – Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Uncover Nature's Marvels
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
Driving Tour, History Tour, Museum, Sailing, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Combo: National Archives Museum + National Portrait Gallery Tour – Semi-Private
5.5 hrs | Daily | Explore America's Historic Foundations | Popular Combo!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Photography Tours Explore All
A Special Nikon Camera Users Virtual Photo Safari on Zoom!
2 Hour Safari | $79
Washington
Photography Tour, Virtual Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour
All Ages • 3 Hours
Washington
Bike Tour, History Tour, Museum, Photography Tour
Unlimited Biking
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Monuments at Night
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Real Estate Photography
2.5 Hour Safari | $109 per Photographer
Washington
Private Tours
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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DC National Mall Walking Tour w/ Washington Monument Ticket (Monument is Entry only UNGUIDED) - Semi-Private
2.5 hrs | Daily
Washington
2.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Saint Matthews Cathedral Photo Safari
2 Hour Safari | $109 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Library of Congress
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Samsung Galaxy Owners of the World, Unite! A Virtual Photo Safari on Zoom For YOU!
2 Hour Safari | $79 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Sunrise on the National Mall
2 Hour Safari | $99 per Photographer
Washington
Photography Tour
Washington Photo Safari
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Retro Boat Rentals DC - Gladys
Captain Your Own Retro Boat • 1.5 Hours • Up to 4 Guests • No Experience Required
Washington
1.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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Rental - Double Kayak at Fletchers
Now renting for 2026!
Washington
1 - 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Fishing, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Single Kayak at James Creek Marina
Now renting for 2026! Book Today!
Washington
1-4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
James Creek Marina
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Rental - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) at Fletchers
Washington
1 -4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, SUP, Water Activities, Wildlife
Fletcher's Boathouse
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Rental - Canoe at Key Bridge
Now renting for 2026! Book today!
Washington
1 hour, 2 hour or 4 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Socialites and Spies of Georgetown
For all ages! • 2.5 hours • Socialites and Spies of Georgetown
Washington
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Walking Tour
Off the Mall Walking Tours
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Rental - Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) at Key Bridge
Now renting for 2026! Book today!
Washington
1 hour, 2 hour or 4 hour
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Rentals, Self-Guided Tour, SUP, Water Activities, Wildlife
Key Bridge Boathouse
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Tandem Kayak Rentals
Now renting for 2026! Book Today!
Washington
Up to 4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Kayak, Water Activities, Wildlife
Ballpark Boathouse
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DC By Moonlight
All Ages! • 2 Hours • A Family Favorite!
Washington
2 Hours
Kid-Friendly
City Tour, Guided Tour
Friends in DC
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Rental - Canoe at Thompsons
Now renting for 2026! Book today!
Washington
1 - 4 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental, Canoe, Rentals, Water Activities, Wildlife
Thompson Boat Center
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Private Tours Explore All
2-Hour Sunset Sailing Cruise
All Ages • Max 49 Passengers • Luxury Sunset Sailing Cruise Aboard Washington DC’s Largest Catamaran
Washington
2 hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour
Nautical Star Sailing
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Luxury Larson 35'
Ages 21+ • 2 - 3 Hours • Captain/Crew Included • Up to 10 Passengers
Se
Private Tours
Nauti Buoy Yacht Club
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Party Boat - Wharf Private Charter
$45-60/person • 8-20 People • BYOB • 1 hr 45 mins • $200 Deposit Option
Washington
1 Hour and 45 Minutes
Private Tours
Sea Suite Cruises DC
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Guided Tours
Guided tours are offered at 11am and 2pm | 45-50 minutes.
Washington
45-50 minutes
Private Tours
Guided Tour, Museum
Architects Foundation - The Octagon
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Self Guided Tours
Self Guided tours are offered at 12pm, 1 pm, & 2pm | 45-50 minutes.
Washington
45-50 minutes
Private Tours
Self-Guided Tour
Architects Foundation - The Octagon
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Private Excursion to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello
10 Hours • 1 to 54 People
Washington
10 Hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Self-Guided Tour, Transportation
Monumental Tours Inc
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Family Friendly National Archives Museum Tour - Private
2 hrs | SKIP-THE-LINE | Daily
Washington
2 hours
Private Tours
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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National Archives Museum Tour – Semi-Private
2 hrs | SKIP-THE-LINE | Daily
Washington
2 hours
Private Tours
History Tour, Museum, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Private Fishing Charter - Parker 2320
3 Hour, Half Day, and Full Day Private Charters • Ages 5+ • Up to 6 Passengers
Washington
3, 4, or 6 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Potomac Chesapeake Mariners LLC dba FishThePotomac
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Private Mt. Vernon & Arlington Cemetery Tour
Tour includes private vehicle for up to 10 guests! • 6 Hours • All ages!
Washington
Private Tours
Perfect Private Tours & Transportation
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City Tours Explore All
Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
Pickup Available
Bus Tour, Cemetery Tour, City Tour, Cruise / Large Boat, Museum, Party Bus, River Cruise, Scooter, Sightseeing Tour, Walking Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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NYC : 9/11 Memorial & Wall Street - Statue of liberty
4 hours • All Ages
Washington
City Tour, Guided Tour, Self-Guided Tour, Walking Tour
Universal Tour Guide US
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DC Express With Convertible Glass-Top Bus
2 Hours • All Ages • Snapshot Introduction to Washington DC
Washington
2 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Catholic Heritage Tour
8 Hours • 5 to 39 People
Washington
Private Tours
City Tour, Guided Tour, History Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Combo: National Archives Museum + National Portrait Gallery Tour – Private
5.5 hrs | Daily!
Washington
5.5 hours
Private Tours
City Tour, History Tour, Museum, Swamp Tour, Walking Tour
Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Virtual Online Alexandria and Mt. Vernon Tour
1 Hour Tour • Live Zoom Call
Washington
1 Hour
City Tour
Zohery Tours
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Monumental Private Day Tour
3 Hours • Private Tour • 5 to 54 People
Washington
3 Hours
Private Tours
City Tour, Guided Tour, Sightseeing Tour
Monumental Tours Inc
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Discover DC with Nick, DC Tour God
6 Hours • All Ages • Includes a Boat Cruise!
Washington
6 Hours
Bus Tour, City Tour, Sightseeing Tour
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Holiday Lights Tour
3 Hours • All Ages • See “America’s Christmas Trees” in one memorable evening!
Washington
3 Hours
Boat Tour, Bus Tour, City Tour, Harbor Tour, History Tour, Photography Tour, Scooter
USA Guided Tours - DC
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Washington After Dark Night Tour
All Ages • 4 Hours • Evening Tour of DC
Washington
4 hours
City Tour
Zohery Tours
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