Best Walking Tours in Washington DC 2025

Washington DC , USA

From $ 30.00

March - May 2025, tour is offered the second Sunday of the month at 2pm. June - August 2025, tour is offered the second Sunday of the month at 10am. Learn about some powerhouse women while walking through DC's beautiful Georgetown Neighborhood! During the early days of the Cold War and the Kennedy era, the Georgetown neighborhood was the center of Western power. Men made most of the policy, but women also made history. On this tour, you will learn about the fascinating lives of several women who learned how to make their mark in a man's world in politics, journalism, and spycraft, all while walking through one of DC's most picturesque neighborhoods! Tour is approximately two hours.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 44.00

The National Mall is the most-visited national park in the United States. But with a myriad of routes available and comprising over 1,000 acres of green space in the heart of the nation's capital, it can be difficult to know how to make your own way across this storied expanse. On this National Mall tour, you'll follow an expert guide along a hand-curated path that will showcase some of America's most iconic and significant sites, including the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and so much more—unlocking their little-known stories and secrets as you go. Along the way, you'll learn which is the most-filmed monument in the park, follow Dr. King's footsteps as you stand where he delivered the "I have a Dream" speech that changed history, and wrap up your experience by taking in the incredible views from the top of the Washington Monument, with hard-to-get tickets secured in advance.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 30.00

Step into the shadows of the nation’s capital on the #1 ultimate ghost tour in Washington DC! Operating nightly, year-round, this USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-Owned, women and minority-led experience will immerse you in the city’s dark past as you explore more haunted locations than any other tour. Led by DC’s official haunted history experts, you’ll walk through eerie streets and legendary landmarks, including The White House, President’s Park, and The Blair House. Each stop unveils real ghost stories, chilling tragedies, and lingering spirits that haunt the heart of the capital. From mysterious hauntings to historic scandals, you’ll hear spine-tingling tales that reveal the city’s wicked past. Though we don’t enter buildings, standing at these infamous sites will be enough to send chills down your spine. Our tours are perfect for private groups, bachelorette parties, and special events. Dare to join us for a night of unforgettable hauntings!

Washington DC , USA

From $ 16.99

Visit the most famous landmarks of America’s capital city! See the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Capitol Building, and much more, and learn the revolutionary history behind the creation of Washington, D.C. After booking, check your email/text for a special password and setup instructions. Download the Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and once it's complete, you can enjoy it offline. Just open the app, hit the road, and follow the audio instructions! Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 39.00

A scandalous walk around the White House about Presidential affairs, duels, murders & First Ladies dabbling in the occult. Sex, murder, politics & more; we share stories other guides won't tell you. Which President and First Lady broke a bed when they were finally reunited after a summer apart? Read letters from a former President to his mistress. Hear about wild affairs that led to duels and murder. You probably don't want to imagine any President naked, but we have the stories. Hear about the first time the insanity plea was used and the affair that caused it.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 7.41

Discover Washington DC by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of a famous historian from Yale, tracing the 200-year-old paths of the enslaved Philip Reid. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure? Highlights include: • Explore Columbus Circle, National Japanese American Memorial, Russell Senate Office Building and lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch writers. • Learn about the fascinating history of ​​the U.S. Capitol and Supreme Court • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 25.00

[Tours are generally offered March through October. Please note that this tour is recommended for people ages 13 and up.] DC is the city of presidents, and this is the tour that gives you the most POTUS for your buck. People want to be close to power. And from the time D.C. was founded, that meant being close to the White House. You'll check out Lafayette Square and the neighborhood of Foggy Bottom. You'll explore the homes and buildings where presidents lived, worked, partied, plotted and worshipped -- before, during and after their time in office. You'll see some of DC's oldest buildings and enjoy one of the most famous public spaces in the world. And don't forget the stories. Our guide will tell you about the building of the city -- and the British attempt in 1814 to unbuild it. There's a Real Housewives scandals, a Pennsylvania Avenue shootout, slaves fighting for freedom and lots more.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 39.00

Follow your guide to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building, where you will learn about the largest library in the world, its oddest collections, and the dark stories that reside within. Hear stories about the Old Brick Capitol that once stood on the location. Learn about the architecture of the highest court in the land and its history. Hear stories of death, bloodshed, and false-imprisonment in the hallowed halls of Congress in DC's most iconic building. Continue on to the House Office Building where tales of scandalous acts of smuggling and backdoor deals are told. Learn about the residents that called Capitol Hill home in stories of saucy escapades to corruption to cannibalism! This is a fully outdoor tour

Washington DC , USA

From $ 43.00

Experience the National Mall like never before on this enchanting night tour. A journey from the illuminated Washington Monument to the glowing Lincoln Memorial, passing iconic landmarks such as the World War II Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial, all beautifully lit against the night sky. This evening adventure offers a unique and breathtaking perspective on American history, framed by stunning architecture and powerful tributes that shine even brighter after dark.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 41.00

A great way to see the Cliffs of Calvert, historic Chesapeake Beach, the beautiful homes built on the Cliffs, the wildlife of the region and Chesapeake Beach's elevated Boardwalk overlooking, the third largest estuary in the world and the largest in the United States, the Chesapeake Bay. You must call 24 hours before your tour time to see if the minimum requirement of 4 walkers has been met.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 30.00

Today Washington DC is one of the most LGBTQ-friendly jurisdictions in the country with gay-friendly laws, an inclusive school curriculum, anti-discrimination protections, and marriage equality. But from the 1940s-1970s, this city was ground zero for actively uncovering closeted gay federal government employees and firing them without justification. On this walking tour, you’ll see Washington DC’s iconic government buildings through the eyes of the committed government servants who were persecuted because of their sexual orientation. You’ll see the sites where the brave few chose to fight back and demand their civil rights. And you’ll see where they built their own communities and paved the way for today’s more inclusive city. Our country chose fear over competence and denied the service of hundreds of eminently qualified researchers, diplomats, and leaders. But in the end, learn how this discrimination caused the LGBTQ community to organize, to unite, and to emerge from the closet. ​

Washington DC , USA

From $ 25.00

This tour is recommended for ages 14+. Some of the most notorious crime scenes in DC are hidden in plain sight. Strolling from the Capitol to the White House, you'll see the locations of four presidential assassination attempts (and talk about some of the attempts outside of DC). Your guide will share the motives, the manhunts, and crazy coincidences that might have changed history forever.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 10.00

This is alive streamed tour of the Martin Luther King. Since 2011 millions of people have visited this memorial without getting the benefit of learning the true meaning and history of the Memorial. There are 14 quotes and statements on the Inscription wall . These quotes and statements are pearls of wisdom that people pass by. You will be told about each and every statement on the wall. You will learn the true meaning and history of each quote and statement. We will also discuss the the misquote on the likeness of Dr. King . You will be shown items in the memorial that most visitors miss. By taking this live stream tour when you do visit the memorial you will see it in a very different light

Washington DC , USA

From $ 35.00

Our smartphone-guided tour brings the real facts and stories behind Washington DC to life with the quality of a personal private tour crafted by DC locals. We've taken the same stops and sights we share with our friends and families when they come to town and created an interactive web-based tour for you! Read the stories behind the city, answer questions to reveal fun facts, and experience what makes Penn Quarter incredible! Purchase your tour and then navigate to our website to enter your access code and launch the tour. You can either start immediately or create an account and come back when you are ready to explore. Please note that you and your group read the tour aloud to one another - there is no audio functionality at this time.

Washington DC , USA

From $ 7.99

The future President and the grandest First Lady met, married, began raising a family and help lift a quiet area into the Camelot era before Jackie returned following John F. Kennedy’s death. On this self-guided GPS audio tour, you'll walk the brick sidewalks among homes dating back to the 18th century on this 90-minute tour that includes stops at many of the Kennedy homes plus Holy Trinity Church they attended and Martin’s Tavern where Jack proposed.