Top Experiences in Capitol Hill

Delve into a world of spooks, ghouls, and haunted souls on a 1.5-hour walking tour of Washington DC’s Capitol Hill. Set out with your group and guide along local streets and into one of America's most haunted neighborhoods. Learn how ghosts of past continue to feud in the afterlife, associate with the spirits of former presidents, and hear about the demon cat, which continuously casts its powers. Enjoy this fascinating look into DC’s dark past and spooky present.

Embark on an exhilarating 4-hour guided tour of the iconic landmarks and cultural treasures of Washington, D.C. Experience the pulse of the nation's capital as history and modernity intertwine seamlessly.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking vistas and iconic monuments during a short but captivating 30-minute viewing session at The View of DC. This is followed by an in depth city drive. To finish, embark on a leisurely boat cruise along the Potomac River, offering panoramic views of the city's skyline and waterfront landmarks. Unwind as you glide past iconic sights, absorbing the rich history and vibrant energy that define Washington, D.C. before your guide will drop you back off at your accommodations.

Hear the stories behind our best loved and little known Smithsonian museums!
Washington’s most famous and lesser known museums can be found on the East side of the National Mall, laid out between the Capitol Building and the Washington Monument. Called “America’s Attic,” the Smithsonian Institution is one of the largest museum organizations in the world, with 30 million annual visitors, 19 museums and over 140 million items in the collection. On this tour, explore how the Smithsonian Institution has helped shape the fabric of the National Mall since 1847. Please note, this tour is mostly outdoors, plus a visit inside of the Smithsonian Castle.

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Best Guided Tour of Washington D.C.
Private car and Driver just for you! Our driver Licensed Guide will take you to the most popular sites around the city and give you the history every step of the way! You will have the chance to get off the vehicle so that you can visit and take your photos. Our driver will stay close so that you can just hop back in and go to your next site. Tours are in a comfortable mini van which seats up to 5 people. Our tours are family style, so when you are here, you are family!

What makes this private tour unique is that will covered almost all the memorials sites and makes stops as we go. Sometimes we allowed the travelers to choose which sites they want to see and those that they did not really care about. And because of the walking distance to some of the sites travelers also choose to skip some of the sites. In this case we don't impose anything on the travelers, we give them the opportunities to choose must see sites for them; and we're flexible in this direction. This flexibilities we have available is what they cannot enjoy with other tour companies in Washington DC. Rather they choose what they want you to see as the travelers.

Best Guided Tour of Washington D.C.

We pick you up at your hotel, train station, airport, or any address inside the District. Our driver guide will take you to the most popular sites around the city and give you the history every step of the way! You will have the chance to get off the vehicle so that you can visit and take your photos. Our driver will stay close so that you can just hop back in and go to your next site.

Tours are in a comfortable mini van which seats up to 5 people. Our tours are family style, so when you are here, you are family!

This is the best way to Discover the city with one of the best Tour Guides in town! Dante will be your Driver and Tour Guide. He will take you to the main sights of the city giving you the history all the way. We will let you get off the vehicle very close to each memorial so that you can visit and take your photos. All tours may be customized and are family style.

Discover the city with one of the best Tour Guides in town! Dante will be your Driver and Guide. He will take you to the main sights of the city giving you the history all the way. All tours may be customized and are family style.

Our Capitol Hill tour takes you past the most iconic buildings and spaces that hold the highest significance in the nation’s capital. We’ll be able to cover the big hitters in American politics, starting with the US Capitol Building, home of Congress and ultimately the seat of American government and democracy.

Just across the Capitol grounds lies the Supreme Court building, housing the highest court in the land. Hear, we’ll get to know how the American justice system operates, its controversial origins, and architectural feats.

Also on our list of must-see Capitol Hill sites nearby: the Library of Congress, the oldest federal cultural institution in the country with an incredible story since its founding in 1800. You’ll learn how this critical part of government serves as the research arm of Congress and all about the workings of the library and its three buildings, connected by underground passageways and holding millions of books, manuscripts, and prints.

Discover the city with one of the best Tour Guides in town! Lorna will be your Driver and Guide. She will take you to the main sights of the city giving you the history all the way. All tours may be customized and are family style.

It is one of the excursions most requested by our passengers. You will see the most important of Washington departing from New York. A one-day excursion, especially for tourists who go to the Big Apple for a short time.

You will visit the white house, capitol, georgetown, Lincoln monument. A recommended excursion for children and adults.

Are you stuck in the airport on your layover? Then get a private tour of Washington DC! This is perfect if you have 1, or 4 hours of free time between your flights.
• We pick you up at either DCA or IAD Airport
• Our driver/guide will drive you to Washington D.C. and give you a tour to the main locations of the city
• Your Tour Guide will give you the history every step of the way.
• After the Tour we drive you back to the airport

Tours are in a comfortable mini van which seats up to 5 people. Our tours are family style, so when you are here, you are family!

Stand in awe of the iconic landscape of D.C. with the easy-to-use Washington D.C. Sightseeing Day Pass. Choose between 1, 2, or 3 days, and save up to 60% on admission prices at 15 of the capital’s authentic prime experiences. A perfect choice for first time visitors excited to see everything, and the more you see the more you save.
From the top of the Big Bus Hop-On/Hop-Off Tour, pass by the Capitol Building and National Mall, the White House, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Library of Congress.
Take advantage of D.C.’s immersive nature with a walking or biking tour: see The Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial. Pay homage to those who gave their service and lives at the National World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

You haven't seen Washington DC until you've seen it at night! On this narrated evening tour, you'll enjoy the sights and sounds of Washington DC, and see first-hand how Washington turns into a magical city when the sun goes down. You cannot miss this experience of a lifetime!

Select one of these two departure points:
Union Station 50 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington DC, 20002
Washington Welcome Center 1001 E ST. NW, Washington DC, 20004

Get your chance to discover the famed Capitol Hill with an experienced personal guide who will walk with you, detailing the historical facts related to each building and landmark. In this walking tour, you’ll explore the seat of the legislative and judicial branches of the US Government and its supporting facilities, collectively known as Capitol Hill.

You will take the fast train from Pensilvania Station in New York towards Washington. Once in Washington, you will meet your official tour guide in the Union station.

During your 4 hour private tour you will discover some of the most emblematic sites of Washington with your local expert. You will learn about the history of United States government in your visit to the Capitol Visitor Center and get dazzled by the architectural masterpiece in the Library of Congress next to your private official tour guide.

At the end of the tour, your private guide will take you back to Union Station in Washington so you can take your train back to New York.

- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Experience the monumental United States capital with the Washington D.C. Sightseeing Flex Pass. Select between a 1, 2, or 4 attractions pass, and take advantage of renowned destinations and city-wide tours; the Sightseeing Pass is your Bill of Sights to save up to 60% total visitation costs in D.C.

Steal a moment in America’s storied history and admire the visionary architecture as you pass by the United States Capitol Building, the scenic National Mall, the White House, the Smithsonian Institution, the Library of Congress, and the Washington National Cathedral. All Washington D.C. Sightseeing Pass holders receive 1-Day access to the Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus, making camera-worthy moments a snap!

The DC Lights Night Tour is a comprehensive  moonlight tour of  various historical locations within Washington DC . A very good way to experience nightlife in Washington DC visiting the wonderful attractions under the DC Lights. Guests would given a detailed history by a tour guide from Astra Tours .Stops includes The US Capitol, The White House, World War II Memorial, MLk Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

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 get a guided tour of the mansion. On the way back at Old town Alexandria guests would have opportunity to see Christ church where George Washington worshiped. Also guests would see George Washington’s town house.

During your 4 hour private tour you will discover some of the most emblematic sites of Washington with your local expert. You will learn about the history of United States government in your visit to the Capitol Visitor Center and get dazzled by the architectural masterpiece in the Library of Congress next to your private official tour guide.

Experience DC up close and personal with your own private guide. Right from the start when your guide greets you at your hotel, your custom tour will be dialed to meet your interest levels. Bike at your pace on the safest route of trails, bike lanes, and quieter streets of DC as you explore iconic sites, monuments, and museums on this private 3-hour bike tour. Your private guide is a locally and nationally known cycling expert, professional guide, and knowledgeable historian. If you have 5 or more in your party, we can discuss details if you sign up for the 4 person tour.

Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments By Night tour! Climb into our all-electric Red Roadsters and tour the National Mall in style while enjoying the moonlit magic of the monuments, White House, and Capitol Hill!

Day or night, customize your itinerary from a list of the most popular sites around the greater DC area while being chauffeured like a celebrity in a Mercedes Sprinter, SUV, or Lincoln. See DC like never before!  Driver is guide and vehicle operator.He will provide all info about sites and memorial but at sites destination , he will be staying with vehicle and customer has to explore sites himself. If you need walk in guide at all sites please call us to arrange a walk in guide but it will cost additional $260 for 4 hour

The National Mall is known for museums, monuments, and memory on a national scale. However, the "People's Park," as it is sometimes known, contains a history that goes well beyond these massive edifices. Explore a different side of the National Mall while still seeing the major sites, such as Capitol Hill, the Washington Monument, the Smithsonian Castle, and more. 

This tour visits the exterior of several well-known landmarks on the Mall and enters a couple of lesser-known sites. Perfect as a complementary activity to a visit to the Capitol Building, or any of the Smithsonian Museums, this tour is ideal for guests who enjoy off-the-beaten-path and unique historical information.

This tour is approximately two hours, and circles around the primary part of the National Mall, with a halfway stop in front of the Washington Memorial for a bathroom break and an opportunity to purchase souvenirs, water, or snacks.

Experience your Washington vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone.

It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city.

Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding.

Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place.

Listen to the audio guide online, or offline.

The audio content is professionally created by a group of top authors and interpreted by TV and radio professionals.

The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties

Hop aboard this exciting 5 day adventure snaking your way through the American Northeast travelling to Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, Toronto and 1000 Islands. Your guided tour begins in New York City and includes Hotel accommodations.

Help create a better planet for everyone to travel and explore. We have partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every passenger that travels with us along with an extra tree for anyone that books multiple trips.

While in New York, take a trip the City of Brotherly Love and the nation’s capital on this 2-day tour through Philadelphia, Washington DC and Amish country. Explore these two significant American cities aboard a luxury, air-conditioned coach or van. Visit sites including the Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall, Capitol Hill, the Air and Space Museum and more! On your way back to New York, stop in Amish country and see what it would be like to live without today’s modern technology.

Help create a better planet for everyone to travel and explore. We have partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every passenger that travels with us along with an extra tree for anyone that books multiple trips.

Every traveler has a dream destination, no matter where they live. As a result of the covid-19 pandemic, many of us have become homebodies. Although it’s great having our own space and enjoying it, we still need to step out of our comfort zones sometimes for inspiration and renewal. Most people have a favorite destination, but can also be open to visit new places.Now is the time to visit the Capital of UNITED STATES ,where you will enjoy your tour with experienced drivers who are familiar to Washington DC, with our comfortable vehicles.

Our tour "Washington" is for the day, we return in the night and it is the most didactic that can be offered. We left from the hotel and after 4 hours of travel, we arrived in Washington, where we will visit the most representative points of the city with a guide specialized in the subject. Some of the places would be Capitol, White House, Pentagon, Monument to Lincoln and Korea, Air Museum, Arlington Cemetery, among others.

Washington is a magical place! And with the local host, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!

Dive into the origin of Washington as you see the city’s main landmarks like Capitol Hill, The White House, and The Washington Monument. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise!

Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Washington. Remember, the locals know best.

The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Feel like changing the route a bit? The hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Washington, your Washington!

During your visit to New York, don’t miss the allure of visiting one of the most amazing natural wonders of the world: Niagara Falls, and two of the nation’s capitals: Washington D.C. and Philadelphia.
- Experience the beauty of the three waterfalls that form the Niagara Falls on board of the Maid of the Mist boat cruise (May – October), or George Walk, when the Maid of the Mist is not opened, (subject to weather conditions), or other accessible observation points.
- Visit and learn about the most iconic landmarks of these two historic cities, including the Lincoln Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial, the White House, the U.S. Capitol, the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Rocky Steps

I have lived in the DC Metro Area for more than 30 years. Those years were spent as a limo driver, chauffeur, and private tour guide. I have acquired a great amount of knowledge and experience about DC. My tours are noteworthy because they are very informative and interactive. There are no extra fees, complimentary bottled water is always available, and all of the tours are private. In addition to many area hotels, we also offer pickup from Regan National Airport. We have room for luggage. The vehicle is allowed drop-off access near the US Capitol Grounds and other points of interest. I am also very familiar with the restaurant scene in DC, which means I can give great dining suggestions. I aim to make sure every group has a memorable and wonderful experience in the city. if your staying inside washington dc we can come to you for a pick up even your hotel not listed on web sight.

Head north from New York City to experience the best of the Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and Amish Country. Relax in a climate-controlled coach or van on this exciting 4-day guided tour of the most popular destinations in the North East. All hotel accommodations included.

Help create a better planet for everyone to travel and explore. We have partnered with One Tree Planted to plant one tree for every passenger that travels with us along with an extra tree for anyone that books multiple trips.

This is the only African American Heritage tour in Washington DC that is an evening tour . Washington DC is one of the most beautiful cities in the world at night. Your tour guide will tell interesting stories and facts about the history of men and women of color of Washington DC.. The summer day are very hot and humid. Taking a night tour is much cooler and relaxing. We will conclude to the tour at Oohhs and Aaahhs soul food restaurant for a great dinner

Fall in love with the flavourful American cuisine on this delicious food tour in Washington! Enjoy a selection of 10 food and drink tastings hand-picked by your foodie local host. From yummy must-tries like Half smoked Hot Dog to unique dishes typical of the city such as Delicacies from the South.

This culinary tour in Washington is a cultural journey that takes you further than the food you’ll eat. As you enjoy authentic local bites ranging from savory to sweet as well as drinks, you’ll also discover the city and its highlights. Stop to admire the Eastern Market, Capitol Hill, and Marine Barracks and hear about their local relevance from your host.

Want to know what this food tour has in store for you? Your local foodie has you covered! And because sharing is caring, you and your group will get to try bites of famous dishes.

Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences.

Get your chance to discover the famed Capitol Hill with an experienced personal guide who will walk with you, detailing the historical facts related to each building and landmark. In this walking tour, you’ll explore the seat of the legislative and judicial branches of the US Government and its supporting facilities, collectively known as Capitol Hill.

Our hand crafted itineraries lay out a paced and logical format to sightseeing in Washington, D.C.

Everyone has something unique they want to see or to do on their Washington, D.C. visit. We organize our itineraries by themes making them easy to search. We also customize our tour to the needs of our travelers