Washington DC · PRIVATE
Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
See Washington DC’s monuments glowing at night on a three-hour bus and walking tour with photo stops, history, and optional museum tickets.
“This was a fast paced tour but if you don’t have time, this is a good way to cover all the monuments.”
See Washington DC’s major monuments by luxury SUV with a private guide, flexible stops, hotel pickup, and Arlington Cemetery included.
“Mark was so knowledgeable and friendly. Comfy transport and plenty of time to be looking around. We would have benefitted from a guided tour around the sites to explain the background and meaning, as even though Mark told us what we'd be looking at, we found ourselves at times a bit unsure of where we were!! 😁”
See Washington DC’s monuments after dark on a private SUV tour with hotel pickup, flexible stops, expert guides, and striking photo views.
“We had a great time on our private tour. Worked well for us not having to worry about parking because we only had limited time for a quick trip.”
See Washington DC’s major monuments by private vehicle with hotel pickup, flexible pacing, and guides who speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese.
“Pedro was very nice and Informative. He helped us for anything we asked for. I would recommend this company to anyone that comes to DC”
See the Constitution, Declaration, Bill of Rights, Magna Carta, and more on a small-group National Archives tour in Washington DC.
“Great tour and guide. Very informative and well worth it. Skipped all lines and saw the documents up close at the opening with few others. Very knowledgeable guide. Great experience!”
See Washington DC’s major monuments by private limousine, with hotel pickup, flexible stops, and a driver-guide for a relaxed half-day tour.
“We thought this was a private tour with a tour guide that would explain the history of the sites and people; it wasn’t. The driver was very courteous and vehicle comfortable and air conditioned but was not the experience we thought we were paying for.”
Tour Washington DC’s top monuments with a private guide, then witness Arlington’s solemn Changing of the Guard ceremony.
“It would be hard to pinpoint one particular site as a favorite. Each brought a certain thrill, awe, joy, inspiration or somber reflection.”
Tour Washington DC’s Air and Space Museum in a group of eight, seeing Wright Flyer, Apollo 11 artifacts, and moon rocks with an expert guide.
“Amanda was very knowledgeable and accommodating (my husband has a bad back and walks slowly). We were the only two people on the tour which was awesome!”
See Washington DC’s monuments by night on a private van tour with hotel pickup, flexible stops, expert guides, and striking views.
“Our guide was amazing. Very detailed for us and polite. Taught me things I had no clue about. He also assisted us because my son displaced his phone and he went back to a sit for us.”
See America’s defining objects, from the Star-Spangled Banner to ruby slippers, on a focused 2.5-hour small-group DC museum tour.
“The guide was extremely knowledgeable. My daughter and I enjoyed ourselves and learned so much!! Would definitely recommend!!”
Tailor a private Washington DC tour with Alan, from the Capitol and Arlington to Lincoln Memorial, Ford’s Theatre, and Mount Vernon.
“Great 2 day private tour of DC with Alan. Top notch in every way. Alan is great. He's very personable, entertaining, knowledgeable, full of fun facts. He was also able to keep the teenagers engaged, especially my 13 yo who's not very interested in history. Really fun and wouldn't hesitate to do it again.”
See Washington DC’s major monuments in a private van with hotel pickup, flexible stops, and guides such as Tunde, Bernard, and Nicole.
“Terrible. They tried to only give us 3 hours….had to call the manager to let us have entire 4 hours. Half the monuments he would not bring us to. Knowledgeable driver, but not the most polite…..”
Walk Arlington Cemetery with a small group, see JFK’s grave, space shuttle memorials, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
“Had a wonderful tour, hitting the highlights. Got to see my uncle’s grave after the tour. Changing of the Guard was very special.”
See Washington DC’s monuments by bike on a private, flexible 3-hour ride with hotel pickup, snacks, water, and guides who match your pace.
“Charlie was extremely knowledgeable and made the whole experience amazing! Highly recommend this company and tour.”
See Washington DC’s key monuments in four hours with a private SUV, flexible stops, multilingual guidance, and hotel pickup.
“This was one of our highlights of our trip to DC. Padro was amazing. Very knowledgeable about the area. I highly recommend this tour.”
Pick a monument, a museum or a river.
