Each season in Washington D.C. brings its own special feature. Viewing the Holiday lights is a great way to see the city. Grab a scarf and a hot coffee and enjoy a seasonal celebration. Of course, the best way to see Holiday Lights in DC is on our Holiday Lights Tours. We offer downtown DC […]
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This post is about how to get to downtown Washington, DC from DCA - Reagan National Airport using the Metro, and how to get back. WHY TAKE THE METRO TO AND FROM DCA Washington Reagan National Airport is the closest airport to the nation's capital for the convenience of tourists and locals. DC travelers have […]
The holidays are a magical time of year, but there is something extra special about spending Christmas in the Nation's Capital. The popular holiday shows, as well as the famous holiday tree lightings at the National Christmas Tree, start at the end of November. Keep reading for details about our favorite things to do during […]
With Autumn, an already colorful city becomes even more impressive. All across the city, the leaves change color in a vibrant display. To see it, you don’t need a car or a long drive. We’ve put together a list of places to see some of D.C.’s natural beauty. National Mall The National Mall has so […]
As local DC tour guides who offer budget-friendly walking tours, we know a thing or two about visiting DC on a budget. We've put together this list of best budget hotels and hostels in Washington DC based on suggestions from guests in our Washington DC Travel Tips Facebook Group, as well as where we have […]
This post list of the top outdoor activities in Washington, D.C. contains some of our favorite outdoor activities, including family, evening, and budget-friendly things to do. TOP 10 EVENTS AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN DC This section covers our top ten things to do outdoors in DC. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to […]
Welcome to Dupont Circle, where we'll start our tour of Embassy Row. Originally called Millionaires' Row, it was mansions and large homes built by the newly wealthy. Today, the section of Massachusetts Ave NW north of Dupont Circle is the home to many of the embassies in Washington, DC. Who else but an embassy needed […]
This post covers the facts about the WWII Memorial in Washington, DC, with tips on how to get here, guided tours and what you will see. I've been leading tours of the National Mall with DC by Foot since 2011 and have taken thousands of guests through this memorial. Of course, the greatest experiences have […]
The Natural History Museum is one of the most popular museums in Washington DC. If you're picturing a T-Rex in the middle of the entrance, that is the Natural History Museum in NYC - we have an elephant in the rotunda. The dinosaurs are in the West Wing (not that one). As part of the […]
Ford's Theatre is the site where President Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. The campus includes the historic theatre, museum, Peterson House (the house where Lincoln died), and an education center about the Aftermath. There are many ways to visit Ford's Theatre & Museum, this post explains the different types of Ford's Theatre tickets and explains […]
This post covers the top things to do in December in Washington, DC. We include nighttime activities, free things to do, and family-friendly options, all updated for 2024. Be sure to read our master post on things to do in DC for even more ideas. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN DECEMBER December is a […]
This post is about how to visit the Washington Monument, the memorial for the nation's first president. The Washington Monument is the pinnacle of the Washington, DC skyline - literally. Going to the top is one of the hardest tickets to get in the city! We go into detail below on how to get tickets […]
This post is about the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, DC. We cover tickets, hours, exhibits, and other topics to help you plan your visit. So, let's get started. The Smithsonian National Museum of American History tackles the monumental task of displaying and preserving the most important pieces of American history and […]
One of the most popular things to do in DC around the December holidays is Zoolights at the Smithsonian Zoo. Zoolights is back for 2023 running Friday, November 24, 2023 to Friday, December 30, 2023 | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Tickets are required for entry! I took my kids to Zoolights this year to see if it was […]
Welcome to Arlington National Cemetery Duration: This tour should take you approximately 3 hours. Distance: It's approximately 2 miles total walking. (Warning: there is uphill walking for the first half of this tour) (Stop A) - The first stop for any visit to America’s most hallowed grounds is the Visitor’s Center. Inside the Visitor’s Center, you […]
