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Best Day Trips from Washington, D.C.

Free museums, monumental walks, cherry blossom evenings along the tidal basin. Curated day-trip ideas from Washington, D.C. — sights you can comfortably see and return for dinner. All bookable through Viator.

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The White House
15h

Day trip to Washington from New York

Visit Washington, D.C.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
5h

Mount Vernon and Old Town Alexandria Day Trip from Washington DC

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 40 years.

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From $99 a person
11h to 13h

Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC

Explore beyond the Big Apple with a full-day tour to Washington DC from New York City.

  • Bestseller
  • Free cancellation
From $112 a person
72h

Washington D.C., Niagara Falls & Philadelphia 3-Day Tour from NYC

Cover a lot of the East Coast in three days on this small-group escape from New York, blending American history with natural spectacle.

  • 4.7★ · 348 reviews
From $335 a person
5h

George Washington's Mount Vernon Half-Day Tour from Washington DC

Step back into history and enjoy a day tour of George Washington's Estate at Mt.

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From $99 a person
15h

Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

Experience a fully guided tour of two of the nation’ capitals: Washington D.C.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $104 a person
Tour guide informs visitors to the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.
6h

Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + boat cruise

Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S.

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Bestseller
From $89 a person
3h to 4h

Grand Tour of Washington, D.C.

The Half-Day Grand Sightseeing Tour of Washington DC is your premier sightseeing tour to see all the monuments, museums and memorials located in the Capital area.

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From $59 a person
14h to 15h

Washington D.C. Tour from New York

We will visit the U.S.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $110 a person
Capitol
3h

DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets

Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Guided Night Tour of the National Mall and Monuments.

  • 4.6★ · 5603 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $63 a person
4h

Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience

Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in four hours!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
14h to 16h

Discover Washington DC on a Day Trip from Manhattan or New Jersey

Embark on a remarkable journey from New York City to Washington, D.C., and explore the heart of the nation’s capital.

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From $129 a person
Monuments by Night
2h

Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart – Day & Night

Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments tour!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $49 a person
The capitol
15h

Excursion to Washington from New York in 1 day

Mandatory Carry Passport to enter the Arlington Cemetery.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $105 a person
3h to 4h

George Washington Mount Vernon Small Group Half Day Historic Tour

Step into the world of America’s first president with a curated half-day tour to George Washington’s Mount Vernon.

  • Free cancellation
  • Half-day
From $78 a person
6h

DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

Explore Washington DC’s top landmarks and monuments on a 6-hour tour by deluxe touring coach with full narration from an expert guide.

  • 4.7★ · 1454 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $69 a person
3h

DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks & Open-Top Luxury Bus

Experience the stunning beauty of the architecture and memorials of Washington, D.C.

  • 4.7★ · 7180 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $64 a person
3h

DC Night Tour: 10+ National Mall Monuments, Entry Ticket Upgrades

Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Washington DC Guided Moonlit Tour of the National Mall and Monuments.

  • 4.6★ · 2278 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $63 a person
2h 15m

Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of Washington, D.C.

This isn’t your 8th-grade field trip.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $53 a person
2h 30m

Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley

You haven't seen Washington DC until you've seen it at night!

  • 4.6★ · 4114 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $60 a person
2h

City Cruises DC: Scenic Buffet Lunch Cruise

With the sunshine reflecting off the Potomac River, there’s no better place to enjoy an afternoon in Washington, D.C.

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From $59 a person
Electric Cart Tour
2h

DC Monuments & Capitol Hill Highlights Tour by Electric Cart

Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments by day tour!

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $49 a person
30 min

Airport Transfer DCA to/from Washington DC Downtown Area only

This is a personalized service of transportation without the discomfort of taxi lines and the inconvenience stops of a ride sharing shuttle Services.

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From $147 a person
14h to 16h

Washington DC Day Trip from Manhattan or New Jersey

Take a full-day shared excursion from New York City to Washington, DC, and immerse yourself in the rich history and iconic landmarks of the nation’s capital.

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From $129 a person

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