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3-4 Hour Private DC Highlight Tour by Van

.Washington DC guided tours can sometimes feel too crowded and group members we don’t know may get on our nerves during the day. This private …More

.Washington DC guided tours can sometimes feel too crowded and group members we don’t know may get on our nerves during the day. This private...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (113)
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$400
DC National Gallery of Art Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max

This 2.5 hour semi-private guided museum tour welcomes up to 8 guests who want to see the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings. …More

This 2.5 hour semi-private guided museum tour welcomes up to 8 guests who want to see the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (103)
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$72
Private Washington DC City Tour | Monuments Tour

Crown DC Limo Service provide extensive tour of Washington DC at affordable rates. ​ We will take you to explore the beauty of DC. Experience …More

Crown DC Limo Service provide extensive tour of Washington DC at affordable rates. ​ We will take you to explore the beauty of DC. Experience...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (208)
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$342
Private and personalized tour of Washington dc

Ah, Washington DC. The capital of the United States always has something exciting to offer. Whether it’s the bright city lights, amazing shopping, or the …More

Ah, Washington DC. The capital of the United States always has something exciting to offer. Whether it’s the bright city lights, amazing shopping, or the...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (177)
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$343
Private Pedicab Tour of DC Monuments and Memorials

With a top guide of Washington, you and your family can see the major DC Monuments and Memorials, the White House, at your own pace, …More

With a top guide of Washington, you and your family can see the major DC Monuments and Memorials, the White House, at your own pace,...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (105)
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$140
Small Guided Tour Inside the Capitol and Library of Congress

Have the opportunity to discover the interiors of the most important and famous buildings of this Nation with a specialized Tour guide who will show …More

Have the opportunity to discover the interiors of the most important and famous buildings of this Nation with a specialized Tour guide who will show...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (110)
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$79
The Capitol at Night: Scandals, Murder, Politics Adults Only Tour

Step into the dramatic side of Capitol Hill on a walking tour filled with political intrigue, scandal, and shocking moments from American history. From secret …More

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Step into the dramatic side of Capitol Hill on a walking tour filled with political intrigue, scandal, and shocking moments from American history. From secret...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (31)
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$49
Small Group National Mall Tour with Washington Monument

This 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour begins at the DC Mall and leads you through the most revered memorials, concluding with …More

This 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour begins at the DC Mall and leads you through the most revered memorials, concluding with...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (79)
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$43
Customized Private Bike Tour of DC

Experience the best of DC with your own private guide, but unlike other private tours, you get a fully tailored tour to meet your goals …More

Experience the best of DC with your own private guide, but unlike other private tours, you get a fully tailored tour to meet your goals...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (122)
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$595
National Archives + American History Museum Tour 6ppl Max

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to skip-the-line and experience the two “must see” museums in Washington DC. This …More

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to skip-the-line and experience the two “must see” museums in Washington DC. This...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (84)
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$175
Smithsonian Natural History + Air and Space Museum Private Tour

This 5.5 hour guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is your chance to experience …More

This 5.5 hour guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is your chance to experience...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (69)
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$131
The "Madams of DC" Guided Walking Tour

The Madams in DC walking tour gives you a totally unique side of DC's history that you won't hear anywhere else. The Civil War completely …More

The Madams in DC walking tour gives you a totally unique side of DC's history that you won't hear anywhere else. The Civil War completely...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$32
Afternoon Mount Vernon and Alexandria Tour plus DC Night Tour

Experience first hand where George Washington, America’s founding father lived, walked and dined. Guest would have the opportunity to explore the Mount Vernon property and …More

Experience first hand where George Washington, America’s founding father lived, walked and dined. Guest would have the opportunity to explore the Mount Vernon property and...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$158
Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour & Open-top Sunset Tour with Guide

Discover DC aboard a Big Bus open-top double-decker with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access and digital commentary in multiple languages. See iconic sights like the White …More

Discover DC aboard a Big Bus open-top double-decker with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access and digital commentary in multiple languages. See iconic sights like the White...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (157)
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$69
250th: National Archives & American History Museum Guided Tour

Experience 250 years of American history on this 3-hour guided walking tour led by a local historian & professional tour guide. Visit the Smithsonian National …More

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Experience 250 years of American history on this 3-hour guided walking tour led by a local historian & professional tour guide. Visit the Smithsonian National...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (22)
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$75
Old Town Alexandria (Entry to Gadsby's Tavern & Christ Church)

Discover the charm and history of Old Town Alexandria, one of the nation’s most beautifully preserved colonial cities just outside Washington, DC. Step inside the …More

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Discover the charm and history of Old Town Alexandria, one of the nation’s most beautifully preserved colonial cities just outside Washington, DC. Step inside the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$39
Private Washington DC/Arlington Cemetery Tour for up to 10 Guests

Vehicles available for up to 10 guests. Also deals for 2 person tours. Come take a perfect private tour of Washington DC and Arlington Cemetery. …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Vehicles available for up to 10 guests. Also deals for 2 person tours. Come take a perfect private tour of Washington DC and Arlington Cemetery....

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$675
Private Family-Friendly Bike Tour of DC

Exploring DC by bike gives you the opportunity to experience DC’s iconic monuments and museums in a personable and approachable way. With your own personal …More

Exploring DC by bike gives you the opportunity to experience DC’s iconic monuments and museums in a personable and approachable way. With your own personal...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (89)
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$595
Monumental Electric Bike Tour

See All of The Mall! Our Monumental Electric Bike Tour route covers the whole National Mall from The Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial and …More

See All of The Mall! Our Monumental Electric Bike Tour route covers the whole National Mall from The Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (109)
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$85
Smithsonian Natural History + Air & Space Museum Tour 8ppl Max

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is …More

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (65)
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$131

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