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Washington : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private)

Washington DC’s iconic monuments and museums can be daunting for first-time visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on …More

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Washington : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private)

Washington DC’s iconic monuments and museums can be daunting for first-time visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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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 …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

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$46

Private Multilingual DC City Tour (Spanish, Portuguese, English)

Discover Washington, DC on a private 4-hour city tour with a dedicated driver. You'll visit all the major monuments and landmarks, with the option to …More

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Private Multilingual DC City Tour (Spanish, Portuguese, English)

Discover Washington, DC on a private 4-hour city tour with a dedicated driver. You'll visit all the major monuments and landmarks, with the option to...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$50

Private Washington DC Night Tour with Stops at 6 Top Sites

Discover Washington, DC on a private 4-hour city tour with a dedicated driver. You'll visit all the major monuments and landmarks, with the option to …More

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Private Washington DC Night Tour with Stops at 6 Top Sites

Discover Washington, DC on a private 4-hour city tour with a dedicated driver. You'll visit all the major monuments and landmarks, with the option to...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets

Join our **Magic LED Monuments Tour**, where we take you to nearly 10 iconic stops that showcase the best of Washington DC under the enchanting …More

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Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets

Join our **Magic LED Monuments Tour**, where we take you to nearly 10 iconic stops that showcase the best of Washington DC under the enchanting...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$52

Arlington Cemetery and JFK Gravesite Tour

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

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Arlington Cemetery and JFK Gravesite Tour

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

2 hours Free Cancellation

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Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

Vigilance Tours is unlike other tours With 25 years of working knowledge of Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and DC – Eric Hommel (Lt …More

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Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

Vigilance Tours is unlike other tours With 25 years of working knowledge of Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and DC – Eric Hommel (Lt...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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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

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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

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$55

DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Pick Up/Drop, Snacks, LED Bracelets

Magic LED Monuments Tour – Be the Light Through History! *Luxury Motor-Coach: Travel in style and comfort with climate-controlled seating and panoramic windows for the …More

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DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Pick Up/Drop, Snacks, LED Bracelets

Magic LED Monuments Tour – Be the Light Through History! *Luxury Motor-Coach: Travel in style and comfort with climate-controlled seating and panoramic windows for the...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Skip-the-line DC National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Guided Tour

Our SKIP-THE-LINE VIP ALL ACESS TOUR. Discover the United States’ turbulent history through works preserved in the National Archives. Exclusive guided tours will bring you …More

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Skip-the-line DC National Archives VIP ALL ACCESS Guided Tour

Our SKIP-THE-LINE VIP ALL ACESS TOUR. Discover the United States’ turbulent history through works preserved in the National Archives. Exclusive guided tours will bring you...

60 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation

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3 Hours Evening Tour in Shining City of Washington DC

The Shining City Tour is an after-dark tour of the lights and radiance of Washington, D.C. Aptly called the “Shining City,” Pierre L’Enfant drew his …More

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3 Hours Evening Tour in Shining City of Washington DC

The Shining City Tour is an after-dark tour of the lights and radiance of Washington, D.C. Aptly called the “Shining City,” Pierre L’Enfant drew his...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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Experience Washington, DC at night on a private, fully personalized sightseeing ride with an English-speaking local driver. Enjoy a relaxed, flexible tour in a private …More

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Washington DC by Night Private Tour

Experience Washington, DC at night on a private, fully personalized sightseeing ride with an English-speaking local driver. Enjoy a relaxed, flexible tour in a private...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - Exclusive Guided Tour

Join a 2 hour exclusive guided tour of the National Museum of Natural History, featuring rare marvels from around the world. The tour will lead …More

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Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - Exclusive Guided Tour

Join a 2 hour exclusive guided tour of the National Museum of Natural History, featuring rare marvels from around the world. The tour will lead...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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The Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

The 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour will introduce you to the history of flight in the United States that eventually landed a man on …More

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The Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

The 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour will introduce you to the history of flight in the United States that eventually landed a man on...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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The National Gallery of Art DC - Exclusive Guided Museum Tour

This 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour will show you the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings. The National Gallery of Art in …More

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The National Gallery of Art DC - Exclusive Guided Museum Tour

This 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour will show you the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings. The National Gallery of Art in...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Smithsonian Museum of Natural History Small Group Tour: 8ppl Max

Join a 2 hour small group guided tour of the National Museum of Natural History, featuring rare marvels from around the world. The tour, which …More

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Smithsonian Museum of Natural History Small Group Tour: 8ppl Max

Join a 2 hour small group guided tour of the National Museum of Natural History, featuring rare marvels from around the world. The tour, which...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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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 …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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DC Portrait Gallery & American Art Museum - Exclusive Guided Tour

Two of Washington’s most iconic museums take up residence in the historical Old Patent Office Building, where history and art collide. Visit the National Portrait …More

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DC Portrait Gallery & American Art Museum - Exclusive Guided Tour

Two of Washington’s most iconic museums take up residence in the historical Old Patent Office Building, where history and art collide. Visit the National Portrait...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Family Friendly Smithsonian Natural History Museum Private Tour

Discover Wonders at the National Museum of Natural History – Perfect for Families! Join a fun and engaging 2-hour guided tour of the National Museum …More

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Family Friendly Smithsonian Natural History Museum Private Tour

Discover Wonders at the National Museum of Natural History – Perfect for Families! Join a fun and engaging 2-hour guided tour of the National Museum...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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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 …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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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours are:

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According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours are:

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Which Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Washington DC Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

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