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DC Monuments Walking Tour: Small Group, Big Ideas

On this interactive walking tour, we will explore some of DC’s most iconic monuments, learning about the people they honor and those who made them. …More

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DC Monuments Walking Tour: Small Group, Big Ideas

On this interactive walking tour, we will explore some of DC’s most iconic monuments, learning about the people they honor and those who made them....

120 to 150 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$77
Assassinations Capital: Presidential Crime Scenes Walking Tour

This tour is recommended for ages 13+. Some of the most notorious crime scenes in DC are hidden in plain sight. Strolling from the Capitol …More

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Assassinations Capital: Presidential Crime Scenes Walking Tour

This tour is recommended for ages 13+. Some of the most notorious crime scenes in DC are hidden in plain sight. Strolling from the Capitol...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$28
Evening Guided Tour of Washington DC's Most Inspiring Memorials

As the sun goes down, some of America's most cherished monuments and memorials are transformed by lights that make them shine brightly against the night …More

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Evening Guided Tour of Washington DC's Most Inspiring Memorials

As the sun goes down, some of America's most cherished monuments and memorials are transformed by lights that make them shine brightly against the night...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$65
Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests

Join Perfect Private Tours and your local expert guide on a deeply moving "Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for Up to 10 Guests – Explore with …More

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Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests

Join Perfect Private Tours and your local expert guide on a deeply moving "Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for Up to 10 Guests – Explore with...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$650
Private Monuments At Night Tour

Enjoy a private night tour of Washington, D.C., including the opportunity to visit iconic landmarks such as the Iwo Jima Memorial , Korean War Memorial, …More

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Private Monuments At Night Tour

Enjoy a private night tour of Washington, D.C., including the opportunity to visit iconic landmarks such as the Iwo Jima Memorial , Korean War Memorial,...

3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$350
Beyond the Closet Walking Tour

Today Washington DC is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly jurisdictions in the country with gay-friendly laws, an inclusive school curriculum, anti-discrimination protections, and marriage equality. …More

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Beyond the Closet Walking Tour

Today Washington DC is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly jurisdictions in the country with gay-friendly laws, an inclusive school curriculum, anti-discrimination protections, and marriage equality....

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$30
Discover DC Private Tours

This is a private tour completely run by the clients. The clients will have a personal driver that will take them to any attractions that …More

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Discover DC Private Tours

This is a private tour completely run by the clients. The clients will have a personal driver that will take them to any attractions that...

3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$390
Family Friendly Smithsonian Air and Space Museum Private Tour

Discover the Thrill of Aviation and Space Exploration – Perfect for Kids, Teens, and Families! Please Note: The National Air and Space Museum is currently …More

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Family Friendly Smithsonian Air and Space Museum Private Tour

Discover the Thrill of Aviation and Space Exploration – Perfect for Kids, Teens, and Families! Please Note: The National Air and Space Museum is currently...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$72
Transportation To/From Air and Space Museum, Udvar Hazy Center

Language: English, Spanish and Portuguese. Experience the wonders of aviation and space exploration with our hassle-free transportation service to the Smithsonian National Air and Space …More

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Transportation To/From Air and Space Museum, Udvar Hazy Center

Language: English, Spanish and Portuguese. Experience the wonders of aviation and space exploration with our hassle-free transportation service to the Smithsonian National Air and Space...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$550
Library of Congress Washington DC Private Tour with Tickets

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 …More

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Library of Congress Washington DC Private Tour with Tickets

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...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$33
Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup

Honor the heroes of American history on this unforgettable experience at Arlington National Cemetery, one of the nation's most sacred landscapes. This private, 4-hour tour …More

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Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup

Honor the heroes of American history on this unforgettable experience at Arlington National Cemetery, one of the nation's most sacred landscapes. This private, 4-hour tour...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$450
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
Sherazade's Washington Monuments in Meaning

This tour is an in-depth educational experience of the history and meaning of the monuments. We will begin at the entrance point to the FDR …More

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Sherazade's Washington Monuments in Meaning

This tour is an in-depth educational experience of the history and meaning of the monuments. We will begin at the entrance point to the FDR...

2 to 3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$40
DC's Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum Direct Entry & Guidebook

This is not a guided tour but entry ticket with e-guidebook. Discover the hidden treasures beneath the iconic Lincoln Memorial with the Lincoln Memorial Undercroft …More

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DC's Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum Direct Entry & Guidebook

This is not a guided tour but entry ticket with e-guidebook. Discover the hidden treasures beneath the iconic Lincoln Memorial with the Lincoln Memorial Undercroft...

45 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$19
Evening National Mall Walking Tour + Lincoln Undercroft Tickets

Explore the National Mall in a whole new light on this small-group evening walking tour. As the monuments glow against the night sky, experience the …More

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Evening National Mall Walking Tour + Lincoln Undercroft Tickets

Explore the National Mall in a whole new light on this small-group evening walking tour. As the monuments glow against the night sky, experience the...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$75
Power of a Presidential Portrait A 60 Minute Tour

Discover the intriguing world of presidential portraits at the National Portrait Gallery in this engaging 60-minute tour. Explore how these artworks serve as early forms …More

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Power of a Presidential Portrait A 60 Minute Tour

Discover the intriguing world of presidential portraits at the National Portrait Gallery in this engaging 60-minute tour. Explore how these artworks serve as early forms...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$59
We the People Tour The Essence of Liberty

The We The People Tour is an extraordinary journey through American history, unveiling the essence of liberty. Guided by erudite professionals, explore ideals interwoven into …More

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We the People Tour The Essence of Liberty

The We The People Tour is an extraordinary journey through American history, unveiling the essence of liberty. Guided by erudite professionals, explore ideals interwoven into...

4 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
4.2 (12)
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$400
National Mall Democracy Quest Experience in Washington DC

Discover the grounds of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking …More

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National Mall Democracy Quest Experience in Washington DC

Discover the grounds of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking...

85 to 115 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$5
Washington DC Night-Time City Tour with Visit to Mount Vernon

Learn about the life of George Washington, first president of the United States, on this guided tour of Mount Vernon, Washington’s home of more than …More

4.2 (6)

Washington DC Night-Time City Tour with Visit to Mount Vernon

Learn about the life of George Washington, first president of the United States, on this guided tour of Mount Vernon, Washington’s home of more than...

8 hours • Free Cancellation
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$158

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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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DC at its absolute best
New York City
Power of a Presidential Portrait A 60 Minute Tour
HenrietteN, Sep 2026
DC at its absolute best
This wasn't just a tour, it was an experience. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, funny, and engaging, with the rare ability to make history, politics, and stories all come alive. One of the best city tours I've ever taken - really. Highly recommend. 5 stars without hesitation.
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Beautiful Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum!
New York City
DC’s Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum Direct Entry & Guidebook
5265wanda, Aug 2026
Beautiful Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum!
My husband and traveled to Washington DC. We made reservations online to visit the newly opened renovated Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum. The experience was very easy. We were unable to climb the many steps to enter the Memorial. However you first check in with your online ticket across the street . You first must pick a time to visit when you book your tickets online. There was a huge line to purchase tickets that day for the Museum. However we had tickets in advance and walked right up to an easy entrance.( bypassing the huge waiting line) They have an elevator for those individuals that can’t walk the many stairs inside. We took the elevators making it easier for us to visit the museum. The tour was about 30 -35 minutes. This is a self guided tour with a very short video. We had a great experience that was really impressive and informative. The tour was free and you pay a dollar or two per person for booking online. Totally worth the time and effort it saved us. Beautiful memorial.
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Arlington experience
New York City
Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests
Florence_G, Aug 2026
Arlington experience
Our guide, Chris, was extremely knowledgeable and made the experience truly memorable. He accommodated our requests and was very flexible. Arlington is a very moving experience. I highly recommend this tour.
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Top notch service
New York City
Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup
Elizabeth_T, Aug 2026
Top notch service
Top notch service. Pick up at hotel was on time and made visiting Arlington a nice experience. My dad and grandfather are buried there so was so nice to have a guide bring us. Would highly recommend.
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Great experience on the National Mall
New York City
Evening National Mall Walking Tour + Lincoln Undercroft Tickets
N5890ZHanniec, Aug 2026
Great experience on the National Mall
My husband and I had a great time on this tour with Colin! We live locally and it was great to learn the history of the sites we pass most days. Colin was very knowledgeable and fun. We would recommend this tour to visitors and locals alike!
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Lincoln undercroft
New York City
DC’s Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum Direct Entry & Guidebook
Jacqueline_M, Aug 2026
Lincoln undercroft
Very interesting and informative. Enjoyed the models of the size of his hands on the statue. Looking forward to the movie being extended.
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Wasim is very...
New York City
Discover DC Private Tours
Parth_T, Aug 2026
Wasim is very...
Wasim is very professional and expert guide. He showed us all the places as per our request and minimum walk even my 70 year old mother enjoyed trip
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Library of Congress
New York City
Library of Congress Washington DC Private Tour with Tickets
Earlene_S, Jul 2026
Library of Congress
You must have a guide to fully appreciate and understand the Library of Congress. This personal tour was excellent
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Highly recommend!
New York City
Sherazade’s Washington Monuments in Meaning
monasL1547FW, Jun 2026
Highly recommend!
I had a wonderful experience on this tour and would highly recommend it to both visitors and locals. Sherazade is incredibly knowledgeable and clearly passionate about Washington, DC. What stood out to me most was the depth of her research and her commitment to sharing a more complete and honest history rather than just standard textbook facts. I learned several fascinating details that I had never heard before, despite having visited DC multiple times. She was also amazing the kids, keeping them engaged by asking them thoughtful questions and welcoming their observations and endless questions with patience and enthusiasm. This was one of the most informative and engaging walking tours I've taken, and I came away with a much deeper appreciation for the city and its history. Thank you again, Sherazade!
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Excellent Overview of Historic Monuments
New York City
Sherazade’s Washington Monuments in Meaning
Wyatt_P, May 2026
Excellent Overview of Historic Monuments
This was a wonderful in-depth tour of many of the important monuments of U.S history. We were guided a long in ann excellent order and were provided with interesting and useful information. Our tour guide Sherazade was extremely good and what she does and was very personable.
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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 visit!
New York City
Library of Congress Washington DC Private Tour with Tickets
aronm800, Apr 2026
Great visit!
Our guide did a great job. He was very friendly, attentive, and helped us have a great experience.
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Excellent private tour
New York City
Private Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests
Catherine H, Mar 2026
Excellent private tour
Christopher was an excellent guide. We learned so much. Six of us on our private family tour. Highly recommend.
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Chris provided...
New York City
Assassinations Capital: Presidential Crime Scenes Walking Tour
Elena_S, Mar 2026
Chris provided...
Chris provided interesting and detailed descriptions of each event. He is very knowledgeable about presidential history. Highly recommend his tours!
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Shelley was an excellent...
New York City
DC Monuments Walking Tour: Small Group, Big Ideas
Elizabeth_B, Mar 2026
Shelley was an excellent...
Shelley was an excellent tour guide! She answered all of our questions and gave lots of context for each of the memorials we visited. She even had some engaging questions prepared for our young children. She was wonderful!
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