Nightlife things to do in Washington DC

We rank 182 nightlife and evening things to do in Washington DC, United States. The highest scoring is Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards with an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $25 per person. After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Ranked experiences
182
In the 90+ Club
0
Available today
60
From
$25

Nightlife in Washington DC compared

Top 10 nightlife and evening things to do in Washington DC by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards88$692h4.9/5 (2,781)
Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions88$793h4.9/5 (1,719)
Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart Day and Night86$542h4.8/5 (3,130)
DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available86$543h4.7/5 (7,242)
Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley84$382.5h4.6/5 (4,171)
Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour82$893h5/5 (330)
DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets82$633h4.6/5 (5,844)
DC Night Tour: 10+ National Mall Monuments, Entry Ticket Upgrades81$633h4.6/5 (2,300)
The Escape Game DC: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Penn Quarter81$451.3h5/5 (283)
Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of Washington, D.C.81$592.3h5/5 (197)

Every nightlife experience we rank in Washington DC

Nightlife in Washington DC: common questions

What are the best nightlife things to do in Washington DC?
Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 88 out of 100 from 2,781 traveler reviews. Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions, Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart Day and Night, DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available follow close behind. We rank 182 nightlife experiences in Washington DC in total.
How much do nightlife activities in Washington DC cost?
Expect around $165 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill from $25, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book nightlife activities in Washington DC for today?
Yes. 60 of the 60 top-ranked nightlife experiences we track in Washington DC currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank nightlife experiences in Washington DC?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable nightlife options in Washington DC, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
When is the best time to visit Washington DC?
Late March to April for cherry blossom, or September to November for cool museum weather.

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