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The Washington, D.C. Bucket List

Free museums, monumental walks, cherry blossom evenings along the tidal basin. The once-in-a-lifetime experiences that define a Washington, D.C. trip — the bucket-list tours and tickets worth planning around.

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Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour

Experience Washington DC on a 2-Hour Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour through the nation's capital and experience all of the great sights the city has to offer!

Top-rated · 4.9★
Bestseller

From $70 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
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From $60 a person

1h 30m

Washington DC Hop-On Hop-off Trolley Tour with 15 Stops

Enjoy a 90-minute Hop-on Hop-off panoramic trolley tour of Washington, DC.

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Free cancellation

From $55 a person

Tour guide informs visitors to the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.

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

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
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From $64 a person

Washington DC Monuments Bike Tour

See Washington DC's historical monuments and memorials up close and personal on a 3-hour bike tour with an informative guide.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $65 a person

Washington DC Monuments Open-Air Sightseeing Minibus Guided Tour

Experience D.C. as day turns to night on this intimate sunset, day and moonlight tour, limited to just 12 guests max for a personalized vibe.

4.6★ · 164 reviews
Free cancellation

From $59 a person

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
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From $63 a person

2h 30m

Hop-On Hop-Off 21 Stop Trolley Tour + Arlington Cemetery Tour

Enjoy a 90-minute Hop-on Hop-off panoramic trolley tour of Washington, DC.

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From $61 a person

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guided Book

Enjoy timed entry access to the Washington Monument observation deck & take in breathtaking 360-degree views of Washington, DC.

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From $20 a person

Washington DC Sightseeing Tour with Vintage Model-T Classic Cars

Experience the enchanting beauty of Washington, D.C.'s monuments and landmarks on a captivating day and night tour aboard an electric vintage luxury brand new car.

Top-rated · 4.8★
Free cancellation

From $69 a person

Washington DC Monuments Sightseeing Cruise

Embark on a one-hour sightseeing boat tour with Boomerang Boat Tours on the Potomac River and prepare for an engaging experience that caters to both visitors and locals alike.

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From $23 a person

Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour

See Washington, DC in ways large bus tours can’t—especially after dark.

Top-rated · 5.0★
Free cancellation

From $89 a person

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

1h 15m to 1h 50m

Hop-On Hop-Off Double Decker Tour & Arlington Cemetery Audio Tour

As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC.

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Free cancellation

From $45 a person

Washington Nationals Baseball Game Tickets

Attending a Washington Nationals game at Nationals Park is an unforgettable experience, offering an exciting blend of thrilling MLB action and the vibrant atmosphere of the...