The 15 best things to do in Washington DC (September 2026)

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   1. Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour

   Outty Ranking92

   Experience Washington DC on a 2-Hour Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour through the nation's capital and experience all of the great sights the city has to offer! There will be an abundance of photo opportunities of more tha. 90+ Club at 92/100, 4.9/5 from 2,039 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $70, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards

   Outty Ranking91

   Witness the solemn Changing of the Guard ceremony from a prime viewing spot on this guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Learn the full history of the Tomb of the Unknowns and the soldiers that guard it da. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 2,812 traveler reviews, 2h from $69, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   3. Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience

   Outty Ranking91

   Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in four hours! Explore Washington DC with a professional tour guide on this four-hour day tour. We will go over the history of Washington DC with you and give you details about eac. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 1,315 traveler reviews, 4h from $99, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   4. Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions

   Outty Ranking90

   Visit 10-iconic Washington DC landmarks in three hours! Explore Washington DC with a professional tour guide on this three hour night tour. We will go over the history of Washington DC with you and give you details about. Exceptional at 90/100, 4.9/5 from 1,726 traveler reviews, 3h from $99, free cancellation.

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   5. Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + boat cruise

   Outty Ranking89

   Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC! Expanding on our popular Highlights Tour, this six-hour excursion also includes a lunch. Exceptional at 89/100, 4.7/5 from 3,729 traveler reviews, 6h from $89, free cancellation.

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   6. DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available

   Outty Ranking89

   See a different side of Washington DC after dark on a guided night tour of the city's floodlit monuments. This tour runs on our standard enclosed coach — or you can upgrade at booking to our small-group convertible (open. Exceptional at 89/100, 4.7/5 from 7,261 traveler reviews, 3h from $58, free cancellation.

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   7. DC Monuments & Capitol Hill Highlights Tour by Electric Cart

   Outty Ranking88

   Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments by day tour! Climb into our all-electric Red Roadsters and tour the National Mall in style while enjoying the moonlit magic of the monuments, White. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.8/5 from 3,109 traveler reviews, 2h from $54, free cancellation.

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   8. Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart Day and Night

   Outty Ranking88

   Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments tour! Climb into our all-electric Red Roadsters and tour the National Mall in style while enjoying the magic of the monuments, White House, and Cap. Exceptional at 88/100, 4.8/5 from 3,238 traveler reviews, 2h from $54, free cancellation.

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   9. US Capitol with Library of Congress or Supreme Court Entry

   Outty Ranking87

   Join an expert local guide on this small-group guided tour of Capitol Hill, one of the top things to do in DC! Explore the largest library on the world and see Thomas Jefferson's original book collection at the Library. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.8/5 from 2,149 traveler reviews, 2h from $69, free cancellation.

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    10. Washington DC Monuments Bike Tour

    Outty Ranking87

    See Washington DC's historical monuments and memorials up close and personal on a 3-hour bike tour with an informative guide. Cruise around the National Mall and the Tidal Basin to see some of the most famous sights, and. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.8/5 from 885 traveler reviews, 3h from $65, free cancellation.

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    11. DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets

    Outty Ranking87

    Explore Washington DC’s top landmarks and monuments on a 6-hour tour by deluxe touring coach with full narration from an expert guide. Stop at the White House, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, US Capitol Building, Lincoln. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.7/5 from 1,615 traveler reviews, 6h from $69, free cancellation.

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    12. Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour

    Outty Ranking86

    See Washington, DC in ways large bus tours can’t—especially after dark. This small‑group night tour (12 guests max) offers engaging stories, more time at each site, and a relaxed pace. As the city lights rise, the monume. Exceptional at 86/100, 5.0/5 from 352 traveler reviews, 3h from $89, free cancellation.

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    13. DC: US Capitol & Library of Congress / Supreme Court Guided Tour

    Outty Ranking86

    Explore the heart of American democracy on Capitol Hill with reserved timed-entry tickets and a guide who knows these halls inside and out. We reserve every ticket in advance, so you skip the planning and go straight to. Exceptional at 86/100, 5.0/5 from 229 traveler reviews, 3h from $65, free cancellation.

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    14. DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets

    Outty Ranking86

    Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Guided Night Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night via temperature-controlled coach bus, learning about sites you pas. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.6/5 from 5,938 traveler reviews, 3h from $63, free cancellation.

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    15. VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry

    Outty Ranking86

    Get the presidential treatment with the most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building! For smaller groups, fresh air & uninte. Exceptional at 86/100, 4.6/5 from 2,562 traveler reviews, 8.5h from $129, free cancellation.

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