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US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, & Folger Library

Step inside the epicenter of American democracy with an exclusive, semi-private walking tour of Capitol Hill. While Washington D.C.’s most iconic landmarks are public, navigating …More

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US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, & Folger Library

Step inside the epicenter of American democracy with an exclusive, semi-private walking tour of Capitol Hill. While Washington D.C.’s most iconic landmarks are public, navigating...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$149
Washington DC Monuments & US History Moonlight Guided E-Cart Tour

Explore the nation’s capital after dark on a Moonlight E-Cart Tour through Washington, DC. Ride in comfort as your expert Washingtonian storyteller guides you through …More

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Washington DC Monuments & US History Moonlight Guided E-Cart Tour

Explore the nation’s capital after dark on a Moonlight E-Cart Tour through Washington, DC. Ride in comfort as your expert Washingtonian storyteller guides you through...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$44
From Washington DC Mount Vernon and Alexandria Private Day Tour

Experience America’s colonial history on a private half-day sightseeing ride from Washington, DC. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver, who will share stories and …More

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From Washington DC Mount Vernon and Alexandria Private Day Tour

Experience America’s colonial history on a private half-day sightseeing ride from Washington, DC. Travel in comfort with your English-speaking driver, who will share stories and...

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$146
DC Cherry Blossoms Insiders Tour

Discover the beauty and significance of Washington DC's cherry blossoms on this insightful 2.5-hour walking tour led by a retired National Mall park ranger. Stroll …More

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DC Cherry Blossoms Insiders Tour

Discover the beauty and significance of Washington DC's cherry blossoms on this insightful 2.5-hour walking tour led by a retired National Mall park ranger. Stroll...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$45
District of Punk

*For Fall 2026, this tour will be the 1st Saturday of the month at 2pm. Learn about DC's under-recognized, but impactful, punk scene. In the …More

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District of Punk

*For Fall 2026, this tour will be the 1st Saturday of the month at 2pm. Learn about DC's under-recognized, but impactful, punk scene. In the...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$32
Shenandoah Private Skyline Drive Day Tour From Washington DC

Explore Shenandoah National Park on a private, fully personalized day trip from Washington, DC with your English-speaking local driver. Enjoy a flexible, door-to-door experience designed …More

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Shenandoah Private Skyline Drive Day Tour From Washington DC

Explore Shenandoah National Park on a private, fully personalized day trip from Washington, DC with your English-speaking local driver. Enjoy a flexible, door-to-door experience designed...

9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$211
George Washington's Mount Vernon Admission & Mansion Tour from DC

Visit Mount Vernon, the historic home of George Washington, on this convenient 4-hour guided tour from Washington DC. Travel in comfort on a climate-controlled bus …More

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George Washington's Mount Vernon Admission & Mansion Tour from DC

Visit Mount Vernon, the historic home of George Washington, on this convenient 4-hour guided tour from Washington DC. Travel in comfort on a climate-controlled bus...

4 to 7 hours • Free Cancellation
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$99
Arlington Cemetery Changing of the Guard and JFK Gravesite

Experience a guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, connecting with the powerful stories of America’s heroes. Highlights include witnessing the awe-inspiring Changing of the …More

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Arlington Cemetery Changing of the Guard and JFK Gravesite

Experience a guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, connecting with the powerful stories of America’s heroes. Highlights include witnessing the awe-inspiring Changing of the...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$39
Skip-the-Line National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Express 1 hr Tour

Our SKIP-THE-LINE VIP ALL ACCESS National Archives semi-private (6 Guest Maximum) guided tours will bring you face to face with the seemingly humble documentation that …More

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Skip-the-Line National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Express 1 hr Tour

Our SKIP-THE-LINE VIP ALL ACCESS National Archives semi-private (6 Guest Maximum) guided tours will bring you face to face with the seemingly humble documentation that...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$69
SpyKids Mission Training Become a Top Secret Spy

Unlock the secrets of espionage with SpyKids Mission Training, designed for ages 12 and under. Guided through Georgetown, your young spy will delve into the …More

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SpyKids Mission Training Become a Top Secret Spy

Unlock the secrets of espionage with SpyKids Mission Training, designed for ages 12 and under. Guided through Georgetown, your young spy will delve into the...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$50
DC Daylight Tour™ Private Luxury Tour of Washington DC

See all the main sights in Washington DC with your private chauffeur aboard a late model SUV( Chevy Suburban or GMC Yukon). Maximum passengers 6. …More

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DC Daylight Tour™ Private Luxury Tour of Washington DC

See all the main sights in Washington DC with your private chauffeur aboard a late model SUV( Chevy Suburban or GMC Yukon). Maximum passengers 6....

3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$499
In God We Trust Tour

“Travis was God sent today!!!”

— Traveler51661252573

Our "In God We Trust Tour" is great for church groups, faith-based academies, and/or individuals seeking to understand the history behind the religious roots of …More

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In God We Trust Tour

Our "In God We Trust Tour" is great for church groups, faith-based academies, and/or individuals seeking to understand the history behind the religious roots of...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$79
Private Tour of Washington, DC by Van to Honor Our Heroes

Experience the history of Washington, DC, during a three-hour private tour by van, to see incredible tributes to honor service members…visit Arlington National Cemetery, the …More

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Private Tour of Washington, DC by Van to Honor Our Heroes

Experience the history of Washington, DC, during a three-hour private tour by van, to see incredible tributes to honor service members…visit Arlington National Cemetery, the...

3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$400
Washington, D.C. Customized 5-Hour Private Tour

The National Mall of Washington, D.C. hides one of the best conserved medieval treasures in America. On this tour we will revise more than 200 …More

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Washington, D.C. Customized 5-Hour Private Tour

The National Mall of Washington, D.C. hides one of the best conserved medieval treasures in America. On this tour we will revise more than 200...

5 hours • Free Cancellation
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$1,000
Washington DC Private Walking Landmarks Tour

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Traverse the most iconic landmarks of Washington, from the Lincoln Memorial to Capitol Hill. This …More

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Washington DC Private Walking Landmarks Tour

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Traverse the most iconic landmarks of Washington, from the Lincoln Memorial to Capitol Hill. This...

7 hours • Free Cancellation
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$349
Washington, D.C. 4 in 1 Master Tour

During this time, we feel your pain and share your grief because we’re all on the same inside. If you’ve been thinking of an educational …More

Washington, D.C. 4 in 1 Master Tour

During this time, we feel your pain and share your grief because we’re all on the same inside. If you’ve been thinking of an educational...

1 hour
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$99
Washington, DC Monumental Moonlight Private Guided Bus Tour

Your tour experience is illuminated in our Nation's Capital. Our professional step off tour guides lead you on a journey through memorials and historic landmarks …More

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Washington, DC Monumental Moonlight Private Guided Bus Tour

Your tour experience is illuminated in our Nation's Capital. Our professional step off tour guides lead you on a journey through memorials and historic landmarks...

3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,119
Washington DC Private Guided Bus Day Tour with Step Off Guide

Professional, passionate guides will lead a premium, private tour experience, including luxury transportation. Our guides will weave storytelling to enhance the visual experience. See the …More

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Washington DC Private Guided Bus Day Tour with Step Off Guide

Professional, passionate guides will lead a premium, private tour experience, including luxury transportation. Our guides will weave storytelling to enhance the visual experience. See the...

3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,149
Gettysburg Private Trip and Guided Tour From the DC Area

Let us transport you in a luxury vehicle to a turning point in the Civil War. You will be escorted by a Battlefield guide that …More

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Gettysburg Private Trip and Guided Tour From the DC Area

Let us transport you in a luxury vehicle to a turning point in the Civil War. You will be escorted by a Battlefield guide that...

8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,699
Washington DC Neighborhoods Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

World class app-led tour, completely controlled by you! See the best sights in Capitol Hill, at your leisure! Narrated by Certified Master Guide Tony Spadafora. …More

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Washington DC Neighborhoods Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

World class app-led tour, completely controlled by you! See the best sights in Capitol Hill, at your leisure! Narrated by Certified Master Guide Tony Spadafora....

2 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$5

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Recent tour reviews
Capital plus extras
New York City
US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, & Folger Library
johngK5644BG, Sep 2026
Capital plus extras
We opted for the 4 buildings tour, Liam provided an excellent informative tour of the Capital, Supreme Court, Library of Congress and Fogler Library. We learnt so much, thank you Liam
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Must do trip to Mount Vernon
New York City
From Washington DC Mount Vernon and Alexandria Private Day Tour
Roger_K, Sep 2026
Must do trip to Mount Vernon
wonderful private tour. Picked us up at our hotel, gave wonderful insights of Alexandria on our ay to Mount Vernon and also on the way back. Great ideas for navigating in Washington too. The visit to Mount Vernon was breathtaking in the view of the Potamic and the Mount Vernon compact information. It preceded and lead to the Constitution. The grounds and out buildings are wonderful too... including the livestock raised there. We bought some whiskey made with Washingtons original recipe and with grain raised there.
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A+ Private Tour Experience
New York City
Washington, DC Monumental Moonlight Private Guided Bus Tour
115maddiei, Sep 2026
A+ Private Tour Experience
We offered a private moonlight monuments tour to some professionals coming into town for an event. They really enjoyed it! The driver was great and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable. I would absolutely recommend this company to anyone interested!
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Arlington Cemetery Tour and Changing of the Guard
New York City
Arlington Cemetery Changing of the Guard and JFK Gravesite
camillemL7503OW, Sep 2026
Arlington Cemetery Tour and Changing of the Guard
Absolutely wonderful experience!! Shane was our guide for the morning, and he was knowledgeable and friendly. If we come back to DC, we hope to book with him again in the future!
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No crowds. No worries.
New York City
Washington DC Monuments & US History Moonlight Guided E-Cart Tour
Maria_P, Sep 2026
No crowds. No worries.
Lovely quiet peaceful evening seeing the nation's monuments. On a late summer Friday night the crowds were light.
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An Phenomenal Day Visiting Inspiring Attractions in Our Nation's Capital.
New York City
Washington DC Private Guided Bus Day Tour with Step Off Guide
douglasfP7513ZG, Aug 2026
An Phenomenal Day Visiting Inspiring Attractions in Our Nation's Capital.
We booked the tour for our three teen age grandsons sons and ourselves. Deb Greenbush was our outstanding guide: personable, full of background information, answers to our questions, and tips on the best ways to enjoy the various venues. Thanks to her perseverance and our efficient driver, Adam, we were able to enjoy guided visits to the Arlington National Cemetery (including changing of the guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier), the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the Supreme Court, the U.S. Capitol building and the Iwo Jima Memorial.I am a native of Washington and have spent all my life living in the DMV. I was quite favorably impressed by what we saw and heard. Our three grandsons felt likewise. I am confident they will remember this visit to D.C. for the rest of their lives.
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Steve from Melbourne Australia
New York City
Arlington Cemetery Changing of the Guard and JFK Gravesite
stephentX5314MX, Aug 2026
Steve from Melbourne Australia
Shane is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to American history! This tour was so incredibly interesting and informative. A must do tour!
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Love the Customization
New York City
From Washington DC Mount Vernon and Alexandria Private Day Tour
Dennise_N, Jul 2026
Love the Customization
We had done a previous private day tour with Rami. I had looked at other tours but none would get us the day we wanted. So I booked this tour and was super excited Rami joined us again. He picked us up on time at our hotel, we told him what we wanted out of the day, he said the day was ours. We drove to Mount Vernon and he dropped us off. I had already reserved our Mansion Time the night before. I didn’t know how much time to allow but I did 1.75 hours from hotel pickup. That gave us plenty of time to get to Mount Vernon and sightsee the grounds before getting in line to do the tour, and then we finished the rest of what we wanted to see and went to gift shop where we called Rami when we were ready. He picked us up right up front and took us to Old Alexandria where my goal was a little sightseeing but mostly shopping. We had just enough time to hit what we wanted and then grab gelato/sorbet before we were picked back up to head back to hotel. This day could have been a little longer for me to do all the things but I appreciated the opportunity to do it. We enjoyed the day not having to worry about driving, parking, and not knowing where to go. We loved getting to know Rami more and hearing the history of the area. And appreciated him giving us suggestions but letting the day completely being our own. Thanks again!
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Amazing Day From the Hustle and Bustle
New York City
Shenandoah Private Skyline Drive Day Tour From Washington DC
Dennise_N, Jul 2026
Amazing Day From the Hustle and Bustle
This was an awesome day! Rami picked us up on time at our hotel. He then explained a little bit about our options for the day. The day is entirely up to you so a little planning and knowing the areas you want to go to is encouraged. You can leave things in the vehicle so take whatever you think you may need. Rami took us through the backcountry at our request, then several stops for bathroom & shopping, a 1.5 mile hiking spot that was perfect for us (you can go to any trails along the way and hike them), and then since we had time and didn’t want to hike anymore we opted to go to Loray Caverns, then back to DC to our hotel right on time for return. Please note: This adventure does not include entrance fees so you must pay for National Park entrance fee and Cavern fees if you elect to go there. Great trip! We loved Rami so much we did another one of these private day tours.
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It’s a great way to see...
New York City
Washington DC Monuments & US History Moonlight Guided E-Cart Tour
Laurie_L, Jul 2026
It’s a great way to see...
It’s a great way to see the sights in Washington without having to do so much waking. The guide was very knowledgeable about the city! We had a great time.
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A must do!!
New York City
Skip-the-Line National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Express 1 hr Tour
christinemV7521IG, Jul 2026
A must do!!
What an AMAZING tour! Maribeth provided us with so much information and insight into the process with stories we don’t get in school; insight into the men AND women that participated. Honestly we would do the longer tour with Maribeth when we come back. She was full of knowledge and a delightful tour guide!
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Comfortable and engaging ride to Shenandoah
New York City
Shenandoah Private Skyline Drive Day Tour From Washington DC
Cynthia_S, Jun 2026
Comfortable and engaging ride to Shenandoah
Rami was such a professional and engaging driver. He made sure we had a comfortable and safe trip to Shenandoah so we could enjoy the view of the overlook and comfort/tasty burgers of the skyland lodge. Since I had already seen the Luray cave, he kindly offered to bring us to the Great falls (virginia side) and it was also worth a visit. If you dont have much time and a car, this tour is definitely worth the trip.
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Amazing experience!
New York City
George Washington’s Mount Vernon Admission & Mansion Tour from DC
Q1559URmicheleg, Jun 2026
Amazing experience!
Don’t miss the home of George and Martha Washington. So much great information to learn here. The walk to his tomb and the Potomac River were beautiful. Martha’s house garden was amazing! All the animals were just a reminder of how special the place really was to them.
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Evelyn is 💥
New York City
US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, & Folger Library
Malinda_M, May 2026
Evelyn is 💥
Perfect tour! Evelyn made our trip extraordinary. Knowledgeable and friendly and so animated. Love her.
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Great Tidal Basin Experience
New York City
DC Cherry Blossoms Insiders Tour
audreyjL6020VY, Apr 2026
Great Tidal Basin Experience
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable. He contacted me before the tour and managed my expectations since the blossoms would not be in bloom.
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Great day in beautiful DC
New York City
DC Daylight Tour™ Private Luxury Tour of Washington DC
Andrea_S, Apr 2026
Great day in beautiful DC
We loved this customizable experience. The driver, Bill, was very knowledgeable. We had a great day, and he made us feel like VIPs. This tour was perfect. We got to visit everything we wanted on our own time schedule. He was 15 minutes early for pickup to make sure he wasn't caught in traffic. This tour was worth the extra cost over a shared tour.
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