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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
7.8 out of 10 with 646 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was CA $69 and current price is CA $62 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Private Tour to see the Monuments and Memorials in Washington DC

Private Tour to see the Monuments and Memorials in Washington DC

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $174 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Diamondback Gulch 4x4 Adventure

Diamondback Gulch 4x4 Adventure

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 25 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $209 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
8.6 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Price is CA $102 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home

Cooking or Baking Lesson with a Maryland Local Karen in her Home

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $148 per adult*
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Popular places to visit

White House

White House

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

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

National Mall

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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

National Mall
National Air and Space Museum

Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and notable monuments.

Smithsonian Institution
United States Capitol

United States Capitol

United States Capitol is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.

United States Capitol
Arlington National Cemetery which includes a square or plaza, a cemetery and a memorial

Arlington National Cemetery

Find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Arlington National Cemetery. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and notable monuments.

Arlington National Cemetery
University of Maryland, College Park

University of Maryland, College Park

Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, during your travels in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.

University of Maryland, College Park

Arlington sightseeing tours & attractions