Nightlife things to do in Washington DC

We rank 189 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 90 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $20 per person. After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Ranked experiences
189
In the 90+ Club
0
Available today
60
From
$20

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 Guards90$692h4.9/5 (2,850)
Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions89$993h4.9/5 (1,728)
DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available88$583h4.7/5 (7,289)
Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart Day and Night86$622h4.8/5 (3,308)
Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour86$893h5/5 (396)
DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets85$633h4.6/5 (6,066)
The Escape Game DC: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Penn Quarter84$451.3h5/5 (303)
Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of Washington, D.C.84$592.3h5/5 (203)
DC Night Tour: 10+ National Mall Monuments, Entry Ticket Upgrades84$633h4.6/5 (2,316)
Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley82$602.5h4.6/5 (4,237)

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 90 out of 100 from 2,850 traveler reviews. Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions, DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available, Washington DC Monuments Tour by Electric Cart Day and Night follow close behind. We rank 189 nightlife experiences in Washington DC in total.
How much do nightlife activities in Washington DC cost?
Expect around $260 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill from $20, 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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