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Georgetown Spy History Tour with a Former CIA Officer

Spyher offers spy-themed tours and events inspired by the real-world experiences of former intelligence officers. Visit select spy sites in the iconic Georgetown neighborhood with …More

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Georgetown Spy History Tour with a Former CIA Officer

Spyher offers spy-themed tours and events inspired by the real-world experiences of former intelligence officers. Visit select spy sites in the iconic Georgetown neighborhood with...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$85
Private Guided Tour of African American History Museum

Meet us and we will give you a private tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The National Museum of African …More

4.6 (29)

Private Guided Tour of African American History Museum

Meet us and we will give you a private tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The National Museum of African...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$350
City Cruises DC: Water Taxi One Day Pass

Skip the traffic and take the scenic route to your destination. Pass is valid for unlimited water taxi rides on a single date for one …More

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City Cruises DC: Water Taxi One Day Pass

Skip the traffic and take the scenic route to your destination. Pass is valid for unlimited water taxi rides on a single date for one...

35 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.2 (70)
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$46
National Mall Small-Group Tour + Washington Monument Ticket

Celebrate 250 years of American History on our award winning small-group walking tour includes tickets to the top of the Washington Monument, so you don't …More

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National Mall Small-Group Tour + Washington Monument Ticket

Celebrate 250 years of American History on our award winning small-group walking tour includes tickets to the top of the Washington Monument, so you don't...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$75
National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour

Don't waste your D.C. vacation waiting in the massive lines outside the National Archives! Book this VIP Skip-the-Line tour and gain priority access to the …More

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National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour

Don't waste your D.C. vacation waiting in the massive lines outside the National Archives! Book this VIP Skip-the-Line tour and gain priority access to the...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
4.9 (158)
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$69
Private Tour of Museum of African American History and Culture

Discover the heart and soul of African American history with a private tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Step beyond …More

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Private Tour of Museum of African American History and Culture

Discover the heart and soul of African American history with a private tour of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Step beyond...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$300
National Archives Skip-the-Line Express Guided Tour

Enjoy VIP Skip-The-Line entry to the National Archives to see the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights while learning about the …More

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National Archives Skip-the-Line Express Guided Tour

Enjoy VIP Skip-The-Line entry to the National Archives to see the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights while learning about the...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$59
Smithsonian Museum of American History Exclusive Guided Tour

Join this 2.5 hour exclusive guided tour of the National Museum of American History to learn about the relatively short but immensely rich history of …More

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Smithsonian Museum of American History Exclusive Guided Tour

Join this 2.5 hour exclusive guided tour of the National Museum of American History to learn about the relatively short but immensely rich history of...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$72
Smithsonian Museum of American History Semi-Private 8ppl Max

Join this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided tour of the National Museum of American History to learn about the relatively short but immensely …More

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Smithsonian Museum of American History Semi-Private 8ppl Max

Join this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided tour of the National Museum of American History to learn about the relatively short but immensely...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour

Take a guided walking tour of a historic neighborhood older than DC itself. One of our guides (Canden Schwantes) wrote the book(s) on Georgetown. See …More

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Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour

Take a guided walking tour of a historic neighborhood older than DC itself. One of our guides (Canden Schwantes) wrote the book(s) on Georgetown. See...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$49
Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Tour 12ppl Max

Visit the buildings and institutions that define this city during a 2.5-hour, semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour welcoming up to 8 guests. We’ll talk …More

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Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Tour 12ppl Max

Visit the buildings and institutions that define this city during a 2.5-hour, semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour welcoming up to 8 guests. We’ll talk...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$43
African American History Tour with Museum of African American History Ticket

KB Tours is a one of a kind African American Heritage tour operator in Washington DC that takes visitors to explore the historic African American …More

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African American History Tour with Museum of African American History Ticket

KB Tours is a one of a kind African American Heritage tour operator in Washington DC that takes visitors to explore the historic African American...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$90
National Mall Tour: 10+ Monuments & Optional Museum Tickets

See the very best of Washington DC in a single morning on this guided 3-hour National Mall bus tour. Travel comfortably on a climate-controlled coach …More

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National Mall Tour: 10+ Monuments & Optional Museum Tickets

See the very best of Washington DC in a single morning on this guided 3-hour National Mall bus tour. Travel comfortably on a climate-controlled coach...

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$59
Private Night-Time Monuments Tour of DC for up to 10 Guests

Experience the magic of Washington DC under the stars with Perfect Private Tours on our enchanting 3-hour Night Tour. As the city's iconic landmarks shimmer …More

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Private Night-Time Monuments Tour of DC for up to 10 Guests

Experience the magic of Washington DC under the stars with Perfect Private Tours on our enchanting 3-hour Night Tour. As the city's iconic landmarks shimmer...

2 to 3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$595
Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour

See Washington, DC in ways large bus tours can’t—especially after dark. This small‑group night tour (12 guests max) offers engaging stories, more time at each …More

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Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour

See Washington, DC in ways large bus tours can’t—especially after dark. This small‑group night tour (12 guests max) offers engaging stories, more time at each...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$89
Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards Walk

Experience the rich history of Arlington National Cemetery on this walking tour, expertly led by a seasoned historian. Witness the poignant Gravesite of President Kennedy, …More

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Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards Walk

Experience the rich history of Arlington National Cemetery on this walking tour, expertly led by a seasoned historian. Witness the poignant Gravesite of President Kennedy,...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$19
Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour

On this walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, you’ll follow your knowledgeable young guide to learn about the graves of the famous men and women …More

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Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour

On this walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, you’ll follow your knowledgeable young guide to learn about the graves of the famous men and women...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$43
4- Hour Private customizable Washington DC Tour

I have lived in the DC Metro Area for more than 30 years. Those years were spent as a limo driver, chauffeur, and private tour …More

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4- Hour Private customizable Washington DC Tour

I have lived in the DC Metro Area for more than 30 years. Those years were spent as a limo driver, chauffeur, and private tour...

4 hours 5 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$550
Washington DC Mall Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

On our location aware smart phone guided walking tour you will see D.C.’s best-known monuments and museums with a few hidden gems in between using …More

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Washington DC Mall Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

On our location aware smart phone guided walking tour you will see D.C.’s best-known monuments and museums with a few hidden gems in between using...

75 to 90 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$12
Group/Private Washington D.C Moonlight Tour in Luxury Vintage Car

We've crafted a comprehensive two-hour tour that covers all the must-see attractions of DC. A friendly tour guide will drive you to each site, sharing …More

4.7 (202)

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

We've crafted a comprehensive two-hour tour that covers all the must-see attractions of DC. A friendly tour guide will drive you to each site, sharing...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (202)
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$55

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New York City
Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour
Michael_H, Sep 2026
This is the tour you want to be on.
Ken is a great guide, and this experience is awesome because the group is limited to 12 which makes it easier to hear him and also to load/unload his van quicker so you can move on to the next stop. You won’t be disappointed.
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perfect
New York City
Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour
Camper64277547584, Sep 2026
perfect
What a amazing tour would do it agin thank you Ken💗
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Espionage history at it's best
New York City
Georgetown Spy History Tour with a Former CIA Officer
ram_o, Sep 2026
Espionage history at it's best
If you are a history and espionage fan this tour is for you. Walk around one of the mo st beautiful neighbourhoods of DC and le arn first hand about history
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Best tour so far!!!
New York City
National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour
Kevin_M, Sep 2026
Best tour so far!!!
Pam did an amazing job giving me a tour today and I’m glad I chose Unscripted Tours for this experience. The location for the meet-up was very presentable and welcoming. Pam explained things very clearly and had a good understanding of the documents being presented. I highly recommend this tour for tourists in the city.
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Best Tour of D.C. / highly recommended!
New York City
African American History Tour with Museum of African American History Ticket
Edith_B, Sep 2026
Best Tour of D.C. / highly recommended!
The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the area, history to current. The bus was very comfortable, not crowded. I’ve been to D.C. before and learned so much on this tour that I didn’t know prior to the tour. I highly recommend this tour! This is the only tour that we are considering going on again next time we are in D.C.
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Meaningful Tour
New York City
Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards Walk
JULIE_D, Sep 2026
Meaningful Tour
This is a wonderful in-depth and personalized tour. Our Tour Guide Matt was knowledgeable and experienced. His insights at various stops increased our knowledge and kept us engaged.
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Fantastic
New York City
Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards Walk
158jaimieh, Sep 2026
Fantastic
Matt was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and attentive to the group. The tour covered everything we wanted to see and more. I definitely recommend Matt.
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Great trip!
New York City
4- Hour Private customizable Washington DC Tour
Yvonne_V, Sep 2026
Great trip!
Our guide was informative, engaging and incredibly friendly. He was flexible, accommodating and made the whole experience enjoyable for our family. Nothing felt rushed, and they happily adapted the tour to suit us. Highly recommended!
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Awesome tour! Easy to squeeze in!
New York City
National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour
David_B, Sep 2026
Awesome tour! Easy to squeeze in!
Our guide,Skye, did an awesome job! Loved the many insights and history of the documents and the archives. Skipping the lines made it SO simple!
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Wonderful tour!
New York City
Smithsonian Museum of American History Exclusive Guided Tour
I5623DKtiffanym, Sep 2026
Wonderful tour!
Debra was a fantastic guide! She was very knowledgeable and a great guide.
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New York City
Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
cynthiamO2403FJ, Sep 2026
Houses
Vickie was very knowledgeable and made the for fun.
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Great tour. Be prepared...
New York City
Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour
Jaye_S, Sep 2026
Great tour. Be prepared...
Great tour. Be prepared to walk. Annemarie was awesome. Def recommend and would do again. Woohoo so fun to do.
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Enjoy the best of Washington DC at night!
New York City
Group/Private Washington D.C Moonlight Tour in Luxury Vintage Car
Frances_S, Sep 2026
Enjoy the best of Washington DC at night!
This experience was really fun. The city at night is beautiful. Our guide, Camrin was knowledgeable, accommodating and informative. He went above and beyond to show us the most important sites, photograph our group and wait patiently as we explored.
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Mike was a great guide. ...
New York City
Group/Private Washington D.C Moonlight Tour in Luxury Vintage Car
Kathryn_C, Sep 2026
Mike was a great guide. ...
Mike was a great guide. Loved the stories and gave us time to look at the sites.The only thing I was not aware of if how many people where on the tour. Couple of the seats had to have 3 people and there were some bigger folks so was very tight.
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Great Experience
New York City
4- Hour Private customizable Washington DC Tour
bradcA4098ZG, Sep 2026
Great Experience
Great guide. I have used twice and always on time, informative, and caring that your experience is the best it can be.
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Really enjoyed this tour,...
New York City
Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
7h2ts7vvwt, Sep 2026
Really enjoyed this tour,...
Really enjoyed this tour, this is a beautiful area and Vicky was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide; it was a great way to get to know Georgetown!
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