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Private Washington DC Tour

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Overview

Make your family’s Washington, D.C. visit unforgettable with a private, customizable city tour designed just for you! Whether you’re interested in memorials, landmarks, or hidden gems, we tailor the experience to your family's preferences.

Travel in comfort and style in a luxury Cadillac Escalade ESV or a spacious Mercedes Benz Sprinter, all driven by a professional, licensed guide who’ll bring the history to life in a fun and engaging way! Along the way, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to step out, explore, and capture amazing photos.

As a family-owned business, we’re here to make your tour as personal and memorable as possible. Want to catch the Changing of the Guards at Arlington Cemetery? We’ll make it happen! Simply message us with your preferences, and we’ll customize your 4-hour tour to fit your needs.

Book today and let us show you D.C. like never before—where history meets family fun!

What's Included

  • Multiple Language Options (must request during checkout): English, Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese
  • Bottled Water
  • Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off from select hotels (listed at checkout)
  • Gratuities
  • Restroom on board
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Meeting and Pickup

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A professional Tour Guide from Continental City Tours will come pick your family up at the time your tour reservation at a hotel/restaurant/museum within the Washington D.C. National Mall/Downtown or the Arlington VA area. Please feel free to contact us with any questions about your pick up location and we are happy to verify on our end as sometimes the online system does not have all hotels listed or says it is outside the radius when it isn't- please just message/text us directly the address and we can confirm or recommend the nearest point.The reason for the pick up radius is to maximize your 4 hour tour time to dedicate to the tour itinerary/memorials and history.Your guide is the driver- he/she will remain in the vehicle and explain the history, significance, and more during your tour as you drive by many important buildings such as the National Archives, FBI Headquarters, Air and Space Museum and so much more! Your family will be able to step down and walk on the external grounds of the White House, the U.S. Capitol Building, explore and walk throughout the World War II Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Memorial and so much more! We are more than happy to make changes/modifications to Memorials/Monuments during your tour.If you are driving or have a car, please send us a message so we can provide you an address to park your car for free either within D.C. (weekends) or near The Pentagon (weekdays), your guide would be able pick you up and take you back to your car at the end of the tour. Thank-you.We appreciate your support!

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What To Expect

White House

At the beginning of your tour, you will begin at the President's Church also known as St. John's and walk alongside the Black Lives Matter Plaza that leads directly to the front of the White House. You will also be able to walk in front of the White House from Lafayette Square and visit the Andrew Jackson Memorial.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. John's Church

St. John's, Lafayette Square is a downtown DC Episcopal parish across from the White House on the corner of 16th and H Streets NW.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

United States Department of the Treasury (Pass By)

The Treasury Building is located at 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, in Washington, D.C. was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1972.
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Old Post Office Pavilion (Pass By)

The Old Post Office, listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Old Post Office and Clock Tower, is located at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. in Washington, D.C. It is a contributing property to the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site.
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FBI Headquarters (Pass By)

"The FBI's Mission is to Protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the United States"
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The National Archives Museum (Pass By)

Encounter the original founding documents of the United States in the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom, the permanent home of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution of the United States, and Bill of Rights. These three documents, known collectively as the Charters of Freedom, are instrumental to the founding and philosophy of the United States.
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National Gallery of Art (Pass By)

The National Gallery of Art serves the nation by welcoming all people to explore and experience art, creativity, and our shared humanity.
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U.S. Capitol

You will step down to take panoramic pictures of the National Mall, from the US Capitol, President James Garfield, General Ulysses S. Grand and Peace Memorial.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Museum of the American Indian (Pass By)

The National Museum of the American Indian is a museum in the United States devoted to the culture of the indigenous peoples of the Americas. It is part of the Smithsonian Institution group of museums and research centers.
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National Air and Space Museum (Pass By)

The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum maintains the world's largest and most significant collection of aviation and space artifacts
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Smithsonian Institution Building (Pass By)

The Smithsonian Institution Building, more commonly known as the Smithsonian Castle or simply The Castle, is a building on the National Mall housing the Smithsonian Institution's administrative offices and information center.
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Washington Monument (Pass By)

The Washington Monument in honor of our First President in the United States. Although this is a drive by as you will have the option to step down and walk around the World War II Memorial (Washington Monument and WW2 are across the street from each other) you can make the request to step down, we just ask that you send us a message and let your guide know at the beginning of the tour for us to accommodate) and you will be able to walk up to the Washington Monument.
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Second Division Memorial (Pass By)

The Second Division Memorial is dedicated to those members of the Second Infantry Division of the US army who have died while in service. Originally dedicated in 1936 by President Franklin Roosevelt, the memorial honored service in World War I. The flaming sword at the memorial's center represents the defense of Paris from German forces during that conflict. In 1962, two wings were added to the memorial to represent service in World War II and the Korean War.
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National World War II Memorial

The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort from home.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Located in downtown Washington, DC, the memorial honors Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and the struggle for freedom, equality, and justice. A prominent leader in the modern civil rights movement, Dr. King was a tireless advocate for racial equality, working class, and the oppressed around the world. Your guide will take you directly to the closest entrance of the memorial where you will be able to experience the MLK Memorial.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Korean War Veterans Memorial

The Korean War Veterans Memorial is located near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It was dedicated on July 27, 1995.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lincoln Memorial

In Honor to the 16th President , one of the most remembered presidents, as he has abolished slavery. Walk inside Lincoln's memorial and experience breathtaking views from the top.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial pays tribute to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who fought in the Vietnam War.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Arlington National Cemetery

The Arlington National Cemetery is the country’s largest military cemetery and serves as the final resting place for more than 400,000 military veterans and their immediate family from the fronts of Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as World Wars I and II, the Korean conflict, Vietnam, the Cold War and America’s Civil War.Going to Kennedy's Grave is included in this tour, however, if you would like to see the Changing of the Guard we would be more than happy to accommodate your request. Please contact us directly and we can work on a plan to manage time effectively during the day in order to allow time needed at Arlington Cemetery- visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Going to Kennedy's Grave is included in this tour for Arlington Cemetery, however, if you would like to see the Changing of the Guard we would be more than happy to accommodate your request. Please contact us directly and we can work on a plan to manage time effectively during the day in order to allow time needed at Arlington Cemetery- visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

The United States Marine Corps War Memorial represents this nation's gratitude to Marines and those who have fought beside them. While the statue depicts one of the most famous incidents of World War II, the memorial is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives in defense of the United States since 1775.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Air Force Memorial (Pass By)

The United States Air Force Memorial honors the service of the personnel of the United States Air Force and its heritage organizations.
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Pentagon Memorial (Pass By)

You will have the chance to see the site where the third air plane crashed back in September 2001. The Pentagon (The Department of Defense) is the largest low rise office building in the world!)
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Jefferson Memorial (Pass By)

Situated on the Tidal Basin among the Japanese flowering cherry trees, the Jefferson Memorial is the perfect place to experience peak bloom.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • There is enough space for collapsable wheelchair that can be lifted. No ramps/lifts in any vehicle.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Washington DC Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Multiple Language Options (must request during checkout): English, Spanish, Italian, or Portuguese
  • Bottled Water
  • Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off from select hotels (listed at checkout)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 4-Hour Private City Tour of Washington DC
  • Transportation via Luxury Cadillac Escalade ESV's or large Mercedes Benz Sprinter Vans
  • Licensed Professional Tour Guide/Driver
  • Gratuities
  • Restroom on board

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • There is enough space for collapsable wheelchair that can be lifted. No ramps/lifts in any vehicle.

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free cancellation
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No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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