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Tours & day trips

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Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
7.6 out of 10 with 611 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $74 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide

Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $131 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature

Waterfalls Adventure, A Hidden Gem In Nature

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $89 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise

Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 31 reviews
Price is CA $124 per adult
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Attractions

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LEGO Discovery Centre Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Centre Washington, D.C.

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $41 per adult
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Popular places to visit

National Mall featuring a city, an administrative building and heritage architecture

National Mall

4.5/5(198 reviews)

National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene.

National Mall
White House

White House

4/5(388 reviews)

Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.

White House
University of Maryland, College Park

University of Maryland, College Park

4/5(21 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

University of Maryland, College Park
National Air and Space Museum

Smithsonian Institution

5/5(9 reviews)

Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Smithsonian Institution
Arlington National Cemetery which includes a square or plaza, a cemetery and a memorial

Arlington National Cemetery

4.5/5(173 reviews)

You can learn more about the history of Washington when you make a stop at a top site like Arlington National Cemetery. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

Arlington National Cemetery
Washington Navy Yard

Washington Navy Yard

5/5(1 review)

Washington Navy Yard is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums.

Washington Navy Yard

Arlington sightseeing tours & attractions