DC Highlights Tour

Overview

This popular, VIP excursion takes travelers to the heart of the capital, hitting all of the must-see hotspots from the White House to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

See all the highlights of the city from the comfort of your own climate-controlled vehicle with the best private city tour in Washington DC. Over the course of four hours, a knowledgeable guide will transport you to the most iconic sights and attractions – starting with the beautiful domed roof of the U.S. Capitol Building and the creamy porcelain exterior of the White House.

Opt to upgrade your DC experience by either including Arlington National Cemetery or the Washington Monument!

City: Washington DC

Thu 01 Jan

Other dates

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Starting at $59.00

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Thu 01 Jan

Starting at $59.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Taxes

Bottled water

Transport by air-conditioned luxury tour bus

English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)

Live commentary on board

Guide

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 3 years
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)

What To Expect

United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

Start/End Point

U.S. Capitol

Guided Tour (outside only)

White House

Guided Tour (outside only)

National World War II Memorial

Guided Stop

U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

Otherwise known as "Iwo Jima", this memorial has a stunning view of the Washington, DC skyline and glimpses over the hillside into Arlington National Cemetery. It showcases an iconic photograph of American soldiers lifting a flag up representing the end of the Second World War.

Jefferson Memorial

See the Tidal Basin!

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Stop at the Kennedy Center for lunch and exploration during the off season (in lieu of the boat tour).

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Guided Tour

Lincoln Memorial

Guided stop - Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one below.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Guided Tour - Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one above.

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Closed until 2022. Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one below.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (457)

Stephanie M

Nov 2017

Nick was an awesome, knowledgeable, and the best undiscovered comedian you will ever have the pleasure meeting. Thank you for such a memorable day. USA Guided Tour ... you picked a winner with this one.

Becky G

Oct 2017

Christopher was a fantastic tour guide, and brought a high level of energy and knowledge to all the sites we saw. He mentioned he grwe up in the DC area, and his knowledge and insider insights on where to go after the tour, which museums are open and when, what is highlighted at each, was really helpful. It's fun to have a tour guide who is so passionate and excited about their city!!

As far as the tour details, I did not really enjoy the boat cruise, and thought it could have been skipped altogether to spend more time visiting the monuments. The boat was old, the speakers didn't really work, and it was crammed full with people. Perhaps an option that skipped the boat and did everything else. This trip was also sold as a 4-hour tour, and it was nearly 5.5 hours.

mendeztita23

Apr 2024

Washington exceeded my expectations, everything was super clean and very interesting. My visit was during the cherry blossom season, it was truly an unforgettable experience, I think it deserves a second visit, except that we couldn't get close to the white house. The tour guide took great care to carefully explain to us about each monument we visited.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

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