Here I compare DC’s private tours, from licensed guides on foot to full-day cars with drivers. Per-group pricing favors families, and a car matters in a city that sprawls from Arlington to Capitol Hill. Cherry blossom weeks book solid months out, so plan early.
Discover the hidden gems of Washington DC on a private tour! Uncover its rich history, iconic landmarks, and local secrets. Book your unforgettable adventure now!
Most Popular★ 5.0“Had a great time! Nick is an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and courteous. He customized the tour to our needs and suggestions. Definitely recommend!”
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1,508 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $436.80by Continental City Tours
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Discover the wonders of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History like never before with a private guided tour. Uncover ancient artifacts and fascinating exhibits today!
★ 5.0“Love this museum..recommend getting the tour and give yourself time to investigate independently after guided tour complete”
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446 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $89.67by Babylon Tours DC
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Discover the secrets of history at the National Archives Building! Skip the line and embark on a semi-private guided tour with a maximum of 8 people. Book your adventure now!
★ 5.0“Maribeth was great. Best history lesson I've ever had. Even my Adult and Teen boys were engaged and left with a sense of patriotic pride.”
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196 reviews1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)From $105.73by Babylon Tours DC
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Explore the hidden gems of Washington DC with a private tour. Get an exclusive glimpse of the capital's iconic landmarks and historical treasures. Book your adventure today!
“Khalid was our guide and was informative and personable. We had a great time. Reccomend this highly for any first time visitors!”
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190 reviews3 to 4 hours (approx.)From $342.00by DC Limo Rental
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Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Washington DC's iconic landmarks on a private tour that showcases the city's historical significance, including the renowned Changing of the Guard ceremony.
★ 5.0“Lots of walking at Arlington cemetery. We saw quite a few sites. Take snacks and water to stay hydrated.”
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184 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $425.00by Journal Tour & Travels, LLC
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Discover the wonders of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History on a semi-private guided tour. Uncover fascinating exhibits with a small group of 8 people max.
★ 5.0“Leigh, thanks so much for a wonderful tour of the natural history of museum. You made the exhibits come to life with your wonderful commentary, informational discourse and the dialogues and q&a. We highly encourage this experience for others hoping to get a lot out…”
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177 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $89.67by Babylon Tours DC
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Discover the hidden treasures of the National Gallery of Art DC with a private guided museum tour. Uncover artistic wonders like never before!
★ 5.0“I’m depth and time goes quickly. Donna was excellent. We only did the west wing but spent time in several galleries and followed a chronological sequence”
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166 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $89.67by Babylon Tours DC
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Experience the wonders of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum on an exclusive semi-private guided tour. Limited spots available - book now!
★ 5.0“Mind-blowing tour. Our guide, Amanda was the best tour guide we have had in over 60 years of traveling. She was personable, knowledgible, and professionable. We were also lucky enough to have her as our guide in our following tour also.”
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154 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $89.67by Babylon Tours DC
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Experience the enchantment of Washington, DC at night with our exclusive moonlight tour. See iconic landmarks come alive under the stars. Book your unforgettable adventure now!
★ 4.5“Frank was an incredibly knowledgeable tour guide. He was prompt and took us to all the sights we were hoping to see. His van is super clean and it was very easy jumping on and off at all the locations. Definitely recommend this tour!”
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142 reviews3 to 4 hours (approx.)From $496.00by TOUR BUY THE HOUR LLC
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Uncover iconic American artifacts from the Smithsonian Museum of American History on this immersive semi-private guided tour, capped at just 8 participants.
★ 5.0“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and interesting. We learned a lot that we wouldn’t have known had we not been on the tour.”
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135 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $89.67by Babylon Tours DC
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Discover the hidden gems of Washington, DC with our top-notch customized and private guided tours. Uncover the city's secrets and create unforgettable memories. Book now!
★ 5.0“Alan was amazing!! Would book this tour every time we visit! We loved that the tour can be customized to what we are wanting to see. Thank you so much for a great day Alan!!”
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126 reviews4 to 15 hours (approx.)From $550.00by Concierge Tours
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Experience the best of Washington DC in just 3-4 hours! Explore iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and local secrets on a private tour by van. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
★ 4.5“My team had an amazing time! Our professional driver and tour guide "Tunde" was exceptional! He went above and beyond our expectation. Viator agent "Mark John" was amazing and helped me picked the right tour for my team. Tunde and Mark John are very friendly…”
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120 reviews3 to 4 hours (approx.)From $496.00by TOUR BUY THE HOUR LLC
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Discover the awe-inspiring Arlington Cemetery & witness the solemn Changing of the Guard ceremony. Join our semi-private tour for an unforgettable patriotic experience.
“Our guide, Donovan, not only showed us the most historical locations in the cemetery, but also gave us back stories on some of the lesser known graves that added to the historical context.”
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118 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $51.94by Babylon Tours DC
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Hop on a customized private bike tour of DC to experience the nation's capital in a thrilling and personalized way, uncovering iconic landmarks and hidden gems with an expert guide.
★ 5.0“Great private bike tour of Washington DC monuments! Jeff is an excellent guide, with many great stories to tell about DC.”
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114 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $595.00by DC Cycling Concierge
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Experience the best of Washington DC on a private SUV tour. Explore iconic landmarks, hear fascinating stories, and immerse yourself in the multilingual commentary. Book now!
★ 5.0“If you have limited time and want to visit as much as possible, this is the way to go. We saw so much and our guide was excellent, very knowledgeable and accommodating. Truly, a very good choice.”
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107 reviews4 hoursFrom $500by Black Hawk Sedans
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