The Smithsonian tours and tickets

The Smithsonian questions, answered

What is the best tour of The Smithsonian?

Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience is the highest ranked option, scoring 88 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,310 traveler reviews, from $79 per person. We rank 34 experiences at The Smithsonian in Washington DC, and Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour and Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions are the closest alternatives.

How much do The Smithsonian tickets and tours cost?

$7 is the lowest entry price we track, on Washington Self Guided Walking Tour Landmarks with Audio and Quiz. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions cost more, and prices move with the date and time slot you pick. Final pricing is confirmed on the booking screen before payment.

How long should I spend at The Smithsonian?

The experiences we rank run about 11 hours on average, from short timed-entry visits to half-day guided tours that pair The Smithsonian with other Washington DC highlights. Allow extra time for security lines at peak hours.

Is The Smithsonian worth visiting?

The Smithsonian holds a 4.3 out of 5 traveler rating from 17,142 reviews. Across the 34 bookable experiences we rank here, the top score is 88 out of 100, which reflects sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, price fairness and cancellation flexibility rather than marketing copy.

Can I cancel a The Smithsonian booking?

29 of the 34 experiences we rank here offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The cancellation window is shown on each experience page before you book.

Where is The Smithsonian?

The Smithsonian is in Washington DC, United States at 1000 Jefferson Drive SW, Washington DC, 20560. Meeting points for guided experiences are on the voucher after booking, and most sit within easy reach of public transport.

What else is there to do near The Smithsonian?

Washington is the rare city where the headline attractions cost nothing and the scarce resource is access. Timed entry to the Smithsonian museums, Capitol and White House tours, and the night monument runs by bike or bus are what fill up. Our ranking rewards operators who secure the passes themselves rather than telling you to sort it out at the door. Outty ranks every Washington DC experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, grouped into most popular, top rated, family friendly, food and drink, culture and nightlife, so you can build the rest of the day around your The Smithsonian slot.