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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 642 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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Nation’s Capital Guided Tours and Airport Transfers

Nation’s Capital Guided Tours and Airport Transfers

Activity duration is 12 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $392 per traveller*
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Adventure & outdoor

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DC: Monuments & History Guided Tour by E-Cart - Day &Night

DC: Monuments & History Guided Tour by E-Cart - Day &Night

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $77 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 34 reviews
Price is CA $101 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise DC

Boat Tour & Sunset Cruise DC

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $210 per adult
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Popular places to visit

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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene.

National Mall
White House

White House

Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene.

White House
Arlington National Cemetery which includes a square or plaza, a cemetery and a memorial

Arlington National Cemetery

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 fascinating museums and shops.

Arlington National Cemetery
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 shops.

United States Capitol
University of Maryland, College Park

University of Maryland, College Park

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

University of Maryland, College Park

Washington sightseeing tours & attractions