Washington DC

15 Best DC Walking Tours

I chose the walking tours that get you off the Mall and into the neighborhoods. Georgetown, Dupont Circle, and Embassy Row each fill a two-hour route on their own. The diagonal avenues confuse everyone on a first visit, and a good guide doubles as your orientation.

1.Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

Discover the reverent beauty of Arlington National Cemetery with a captivating walking tour. Witness the awe-inspiring Changing of the Guards ceremony. Don't miss this unforgettable experience!

Most Popular★ 5.0

“My husband and I felt we thoroughly experienced and covered Arlington Cemetery, thanks to our guide. Not only was Christina friendly, but she was also deeply knowledgeable of the history of Arlington and the fallen service men and women, and respectful of the grounds we…”

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2.Ghosts of Georgetown Night-Time Walking Tour

Uncover the chilling secrets of Georgetown's haunted past on a spine-tingling night-time walking tour. Join us if you dare!

★ 5.0

“Trevor's tour was awesome! His presentation was entertaining and his sharing of the history of the houses was interesting. He was a great host, making sure everyone was accounted for. If I ever make it back to dc I would definitely invite friends to join…”

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3.Ghosts of D.C. – Walking Tour

Unearth the chilling paranormal history of Washington, D.C. on the

★ 4.5

“We booked a last minute tour on Easter day. So glad that Rizzo was available. It was almost a private tour as there was only one other participant. Rizzo has a masters in history and it was apparent during the tour. She definitely did her…”

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4.Historic Georgetown Walking Tour

Discover the secrets of Georgetown's past on our captivating walking tour. Uncover hidden gems, architectural marvels, and fascinating stories. Join us today!

★ 5.0

“Eli was knowledgeable and provided an entertaining and engaging tour. He answered all of our questions, and believe me, this was a tough crowd. When asked what kind of stone was used to construct an old building , he knew the answer! He also offered…”

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5.Capitol Hill Walking Tour With US Capitol and Library of Congress

Discover the secrets of Capitol Hill! Immerse yourself in history with a captivating walking tour that includes the US Capitol and Library of Congress.

★ 4.5

“There are so much history in our country. Our tour guide, Richelle is very knowledgeable. She is excellent, professional and nice.”

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7.The Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour

Discover the secrets of the Lincoln Assassination on this immersive walking tour. Uncover the truth behind one of America's most infamous crimes. Join us now!

★ 5.0

“Katherine’s story telling was excellent and really added to our stay in DC. Even on a freezing night, we had fun!”

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8.National Mall & Memorials & Tidal Basin Walking Tour

Discover the heart of American history with our National Mall & Memorials Walking Tour. Immerse yourself in iconic landmarks and soak in the beauty of Tidal Basin.

★ 5.0

“Vicky was great and very knowledgeable. We learned a lot and enjoyed her story about her family which tied into our tour. The only bad was the govt shutdown which prevented us from going into the Washington Monument which was out of anyone's control.”

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9.The Dark Nights of Washington DC Guided Walking Tour

Discover the hidden secrets and eerie stories of Washington DC on a spine-chilling guided walking tour. Uncover the dark side of the nation's capital tonight!

★ 5.0

“Guide was knowledgeable, funny, and well spoken. Tour was fun and recommend to everyone wanting to see a little more of dc than you normally would!”

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10.Haunted DC Walking Tour on Capitol Hill

Experience the spine-chilling secrets of Capitol Hill on our Haunted DC Walking Tour. Uncover the eerie tales that will leave you breathless. Book now!

★ 4.5

“The DC ghost tour was great! My family and I had a great time. We highly recommend you see it too. Our guide was so fun and hilarious in character as Davy Crockett.”

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11.Washington DC: Walking Tour and African American Museum

Bask in the rich history and vibrant culture of Washington DC's walking tour and African American Museum, where untold stories await.

★ 4.6

“Our Guide Norm knew the town & history and gave us good recommendations for sights, museums and food. We took the tour to ensure we got into the African Museum, but felt the walking tour with Norn enhanced the experience with his sense of humor.”

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12.Capitol Hill & Library of Congress Highlights Walking Tour (With Tickets)

Discover the secrets of Capitol Hill & Library of Congress on a thrilling walking tour. Get your tickets now and uncover hidden treasures!

★ 5.0

“We met some terrific people on the tour from Australia, Florida and the UK. However THE star of the show was Daniel our guide. We learned a great deal on the history of Washington and the USA. A must do tour!”

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13.Arlington Cemetery Guided Morning Walking Tour

Offering an unparalleled glimpse into the hallowed grounds of Arlington Cemetery, this guided morning walking tour promises a profoundly moving and insightful experience. Prepare to be captivated.

★ 4.5

“We had a great tour with Tyrone! Without this tour, we wouldn’t have been able to see or find the amazing parts of the cemetery.”

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14.Arlington Cemetery & Changing of Guard Small Group Walking Tour

Knowing the significance of Arlington Cemetery, visitors can witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony and explore the hallowed grounds on this 1.5-hour walking tour.

“Good tour, hit the high points and provided history of the cemetery. Lots of walking and hills. If you are not active, you should pay for a tour via a cart. I’m sure we could have done this tour on our own, but it was…”

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