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Step into the past and be amazed by the natural world on this small-group or private tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Located in the heart of Washington DC, the museum is home to more than 126 million artifacts, including the Hope Diamond, Egyptian mummies, and a living coral reef. Spend time immersing yourself in the collection's stories and objects, and come away from the museum with new knowledge.

Get a comprehensive, self-paced tour of Washington, D.C., on this hop-on, hop-off trolley. As you travel through the nation's capital, listen to your guide's engaging narrative, then disembark at any of the 21 stops to explore on your own.

Discover the hidden history and local legends of Georgetown with a ghost tour. Today the upscale area is bustling with tourists, but it also has a darker past. Learn about supernatural occurrences and listen to true crime stories as you traverse the cemeteries, churches, and alleys of the city’s oldest neighborhood.

Follow the story of Abraham Lincoln's assassination in April 1865 on this Washington DC walking tour. With a guide, make stops at St. John's Church, Lafayette Square Park, and Ford's Theatre, where the president was shot. Along the way, look at historical photos and listen to anecdotes of mystery and betrayal.

Step back in time to when George Washington was founding the United States when you take this tour of his former home, Mount Vernon, and Old Town Alexandria. See the 18th- and 19th-century buildings of Alexandria, including the Masonic Memorial dedicated to the first president. Then, tour the former estate of George Washington where you can learn about the story of his life and watch historic reenactments.

SPRING OUT!! BOOK NOW! A Nation’s Capital Badge Of Excellence Experience, Tailored To Your Needs.! Select a schedule and desire pickup location inside the DC metro area and experience a private Washington historic cultural tour. Escorted by a licensed tour guide. Stroll Lafayette Square in front of the White House. Walk to The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, change of guard in Arlington Cemetery. View the reflecting pool and GW Obelisk from Lincoln Monument. Grasp the Mount Suribachi moment at the Iwo Jima Memorial. Look up at the Air force commemorative spiers overlooking the “Pentagon”. Step down on westside Capitol façade, where elected presidents vow allegiance to the constitution every four years. WWII. MLK. VTM. and much more.! Remarkable city details will be revealed by your host tour guide, while driving through main avenues and streets of the nation's capital. A distinctive experience like no other before.!

See the best of Washington DC—and discover a new side of the city’s major monuments—on this nighttime tour. After sundown, meet your guide, hop aboard your vehicle, and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll see highlights like the US Capitol, Washington Monument, Supreme Court, and more; will have the opportunity to stop for photo breaks; and will learn about the landmarks’ history from your guide.

Have only a short stay in Washington DC planned? See the major highlights of the capital all in one morning—this 3-Hour Morning Monuments Bus Tour makes exploring the city easy. Board your bus near the National Archives building, and get ready to discover dozens of sights. Make a stop at 8+ top-tier landmarks like the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and more—and learn the stories behind the sights from your guide’s commentary. Upgrade options available at checkout to include self-guided entry tickets to either the Washington Monument, National Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum. You may also opt to upgrade to include a guided walk inside the US Capitol and Library of Congress following your morning monuments bus tour.

See top sights in Washington, DC on a half-day tour that explores memorials and landmarks in the heart of the capital. Setting out from the United States Navy Memorial, you'll admire DC highlights, from the White House to the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and more. Travel in the comfort of a luxury tour bus, with photo stops and a guide to share the stories behind each destination.

Enjoy delicious cuisine and live entertainment with a view of Washington, DC on this 2.5-3 hour dinner cruise along the Potomac River. On board the elegant Odyssey cruise ship, choose from one of three exquisitely decorated glass atrium dining rooms or head to the open-air observation deck to admire the view. Dine on a delicious 3-course meal, then dance the night away or see the famous sites of the nation’s capital — like the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, Reagan National Airport and much more under a moonlit sky.

Sip champagne onboard a luxurious yacht on a 2-hour brunch cruise along Washington DC’s scenic shoreline. Cast off from Gangplank Marina then enjoy a sumptuous brunch buffet. Capture unforgettable images of the DC skyline while relaxing at your private table, then savor coffee or tea as you enjoy views of the capital city’s elegant cityscape.

Enjoy a new perspective on the nation’s capital—and see the sights without worrying about crowds—on this private driving tour. Meet your guide at your Washington DC accommodation, hop aboard a spacious SUV, and set off after nightfall. You can customize your schedule to see only the landmarks that interest you most, from the White House and US Capitol to Lincoln Memorial and beyond—and can admire them all lit up after dark.

Experience the beauty of Washington, D.C. at night on this monuments at night bike tour of the city. Check out the Jefferson, Lincoln and WWII memorials once the sun goes down and explore the Vietnam War Memorial and the National Mall at night. This popular tour offers travelers the chance to explore on two wheels after dark when monuments are less crowded.

Experience the grandeur of Washington DC’s architecture and memorials at night on this moonlight tour of the city. Avoid the crowds and traffic, and explore with just a small group for company. Travel in a climate-controlled van and discover some of the nation’s most famous sights, including the White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and more. Skip the hassles of driving and public transportation and get a good overview of the city.

Take a tour of Washington DC’s top monuments when they’re all lit up during this guided nighttime tour. Travel in a comfortable bus and wear LED bracelets so you can easily identify your group and avoid getting lost. Listen to your guide as they provide context on top sights including the White House, US Capitol, the Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and much more.

Explore the vast Arlington National Cemetery, just across the water from Washington DC, at a pace that suits you on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour. With trolleys departing regularly, you can hop off at any of the stops, including the JFK Gravesite/Eternal Flame, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and Arlington House. Listen to an on-board guide share the history of Arlington and the significance of the memorials, monuments, and burial sites that you pass.

See Washington, DC’s iconic monuments in a single morning on a 3-Hour Guided Morning Sightseeing Bus & Walking Tour with an experienced guide. Choose a tour that combines walking and travel by air-conditioned coach so you can cover lots of ground with time to see the DC sights up close. Pass by over 20+ sites including Washington Monument, National Archives, Freedom Plaza, Jefferson Memorial and stop for photos outside top locations including the White House, US Capitol, MLK Memorial, and more. Hear insider stories about DC’s politicians and historic figures as you explore their moving war memorials, Presidential sites and government buildings, and get the perfect introduction to America’s capital city.

Explore treasures and stories of American history with this tour of DC’s historic institutions, including the Smithsonian Castle, the Mall, the Museum of American History and the National Archives. We don't just highlight artifacts; we relate them to the larger story of the nation and hidden histories. Learn about the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum. complex as you walk the National Mall with sights of the Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol, and museums and enter the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. Listen to the stories of treasures such as George Washington’s uniform and sword, Abraham Lincoln’s hat, the flag that inspired the national anthem, and artifacts of Civil Rights and Suffrage. Then enter the National Archives to see the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution while learning about the role the Archives play in documenting and preserving American history.

Get personalized attention and enjoy a flexible itinerary on this walking tour of Washington, D.C. Visit the highlights and landmarks of the nation's capital, such as the Supreme Court, the Capitol Building, the Main Reading Room of Library of Congress, and others.

A visit to Niagra Falls isn’t out of the question just because you’re in Washington DC. Let someone else do the long driving when you book this overnight tour. See the majestic falls from the American side during the day and marvel at the illuminated falls at dusk. Optional activities include a Maid of the Mist boat ride, a Cave of the Winds experience, and a visit to the Corning Museum of Glass.

Washington DC’s Georgetown neighborhood is considered the historic core of the city, but remains an energetic area today. See the best of past and present on a 2-hour walking tour of Georgetown that covers its main attractions over the course of a mile. A guide with extensive knowledge about the history of the area will provide narration throughout the tour.

Visit George Washington’s historic home and estate with a 6-hour tour of Mount Vernon from Washington, D.C. Get a glimpse of the President’s life and work as you explore an elegant mansion furnished with period antiques and Washington’s personal belongings. Browse education exhibits at the onsite museum, and visit the tomb where George and Martha Washington were buried. Learn about the legacy of slavery at Mount Vernon in the slaves’ quarters, then tour the beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds before returning to D.C.

This highlight tour of Capitol Hill brings the political center of Washington DC alive with stories & trivia. Our Capitol Hill & Library of Congress Tours bring you to the top of "the Hill." Jenkins Hill, as it was called, was thought to be an ideal location to build our Congress House. As the government holdings and staff expanded, the Library of Congress' Jefferson Building, the Supreme Court Building, and Congressional office buildings were built here. This tour enters both the Library of Congress and the Capitol Building and when possible the Supreme Court. You will be required to go through security twice. Please be prepared - our tickets are timed and if you are delayed going through security, the group will need to proceed without you. While we have tickets to enter, you will still need to wait in line to go through security. -Guided tour is 2 hours then the Capitol Interior Tour is an additional 50 minutes -Each guest needs a full ticket (regardless of age)