Outdoors things to do in Washington DC

We rank 122 outdoor things to do in Washington DC, United States. The highest scoring is Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat Cruise with an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $6 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
122
In the 90+ Club
0
Available today
60
From
$6

Outdoors in Washington DC compared

Top 10 outdoor things to do in Washington DC by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat Cruise89$896h4.7/5 (3,754)
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets87$706h4.7/5 (1,676)
Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour86$653h4.8/5 (893)
Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour85$292h4.9/5 (422)
Small Group 5-Hour DC Tour via Electric Scooter for Ages 16+80$895h5/5 (74)
Washington DC: Monuments at Night Bike Tour79$553h4.7/5 (574)
Dark Nights in D.C. - Walking Tour75$351.5h4.7/5 (204)
Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park Small Group Day Tour74$999h4.7/5 (140)
All Inclusive DC Signature Brewery Tour73$1203.5h4.8/5 (97)
Gettysburg National Military Park Small Group Day Tour73$1799h4.6/5 (166)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Washington DC

Outdoors in Washington DC: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Washington DC?
Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat Cruise is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100 from 3,754 traveler reviews. DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets, Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour, Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour follow close behind. We rank 122 outdoors experiences in Washington DC in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Washington DC cost?
Expect around $111 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is The Pentagon 9/11 Memorial: A Self Guided Audio Tour from $6, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Washington DC for today?
Yes. 60 of the 60 top-ranked outdoors 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 outdoors 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 outdoors 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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