10 Private Tours in District of Columbia That You Shouldn't Miss

November 12, 2021 Trinity Boughner

Discover the best top things to do in District of Columbia, District of Columbia including Private Civil War History Walking Tour of Alexandria, Private History of Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour, Private Customized Tour of Washington DC with US Veteran, Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour - Private Tour, The National Gallery of Art DC Guided Museum Tour - Private Tour, DC National Mall & Memorials Guided Walking Tour - Private Tour, Smithsonian Museum of Natural History Private Guided Tour , Smithsonian Portrait Gallery & American Art Museum Guided Tour - Private Tour, Private Washington DC Guided Tour , DC's History of Slavery Tour.
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1. Private Civil War History Walking Tour of Alexandria

Alexandria Visitor Center (Ramsay House), 221 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA DC Military Tours
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Discover the history of the Civil War while walking through the streets of Alexandria, Virginia on this guided, 90-minute walking tour. Enjoy the knowledge of a local historian and guide and with your private group discover the influence of Alexandria during the Civil War.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Q5165ISmicheles

Tom was a fantastic guide! We are grateful for his knowledge and flexibility in accommodating our group! DC Military Tours is highly recommended!

2. Private History of Old Town Alexandria Walking Tour

221 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA DC Military Tours
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On this 1.5-hour walking tour, experience Alexandria's Colonial and Civil War era history.  Visit John Carlyle's 18th century mansion, an 18th century tavern, George Washington's church, and a 19th century Apothecary shop. On your stroll through Alexandria, enjoy the passion of your professional guide and the rich history of the longest Union occupied southern city.

Inclusions: Professional guide

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Reviewed By Q5165ISmicheles

Tom was a fantastic guide! We are grateful for his knowledge and flexibility in accommodating our group! DC Military Tours is highly recommended!

3. Private Customized Tour of Washington DC with US Veteran

DC Military Tours
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Design your own tour of Washington, DC, to ensure you visit every must-see location on your wish list. Choose between numerous DC attractions, many of them with military significance to customize your private tour. Your 20-year Navy Veteran tour guide with round-trip transportation and lunch stop recommendation (if desired) make this tour an unforgettable excursion to our nation's capital.

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 104marlad

The Korean Memorial was my favorite, but Tom did a great job with all of the monuments. Our friends had been on Tom's tour before but he added a different monument for them to see. His knowledge of everything concerning the monuments and the city made the tour special for all of us - two VA residents, one frequent visitor to DC and a newbie who had never visited DC before. We had such a great time we booked an additional tour with DC Military Tours & Tom.

4. Arlington National Cemetery Guided Walking Tour - Private Tour

Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center, 1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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On this private walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, you’ll follow your knowledgeable young guide to learn about the graves of the famous men and women buried here. By the end of this 2.5 hour tour, you’ll be familiar with many of the permanent residents of the most famous cemetery in the whole United States.

Inclusions: Guided Walking Tour, Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours, Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine

Exclusions: Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi), Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional), Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

Reviewed By 1KTL

Excellent knowledge and guide. I have never seen before such master pieces and heard professional explanations. We really enjoyed our visit.

National Gallery of Art, Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20565, USA Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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This 2 to 2.5 hour private guided museum tour will show you the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings. The National Gallery of Art in Washington DC is a world-class museum housing an incredible timeline of Western Art from the old masters of the Renaissance to the quintessential personalities of the 20th Century. Raphael, Rembrandt, Renoir, Picasso, and Rothko are just a handful of artist on view (as well as Vigee le Brun, Cassatt, and O’Keeffe). Take excursion through the changes of history as told by magnificent works of art - money, power, war, hope, and triumph. From the intimacy of a da Vinci portrait to sweep of a Monet to the bold strokes of a Kandinsky, you will be dazzled by the vast holdings and the stories that accompany them. You’ll delight over familiar names and hidden gems while our passionate guides navigate you through notable highlights of technique and artwork from over the past seven centuries.

Inclusions: Guided Museum Tour, Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours, Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)

Exclusions: Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi), Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By 1KTL

Excellent knowledge and guide. I have never seen before such master pieces and heard professional explanations. We really enjoyed our visit.

6. DC National Mall & Memorials Guided Walking Tour - Private Tour

1600 H St NW, Washington, DC 20006, USA Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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This 2.5 hour private guided walking tour through Washington DC’s most popular sites will introduce you to the wars and presidents that have helped shape the United States. Explore the city at day or night when the monuments are illuminated to perfection. The tour, led by one of our young expert guides, is the ultimate evening activity for your private group.

Inclusions: Guided Walking Tour, Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours, Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine

Exclusions: Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi), Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By 1KTL

Excellent knowledge and guide. I have never seen before such master pieces and heard professional explanations. We really enjoyed our visit.

7. Smithsonian Museum of Natural History Private Guided Tour

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560, USA Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Join a 1.5 to 2 hour private guided tour of the National Museum of Natural History, featuring rare marvels from around the world. The tour will lead you through the minerals, mammals, and mummies that have been wowing visitors for over a century.

Inclusions: Guided Museum Tour, Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), Duration 1.5 - 2 Hours, Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By 1KTL

Excellent knowledge and guide. I have never seen before such master pieces and heard professional explanations. We really enjoyed our visit.

National Portrait Gallery, 8th and G Streets, Washington, DC 20001, USA Babylon Tours Washington D.C.
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Two of Washington’s most iconic museums take up residence in the historical Old Patent Office Building, where history and art collide. Visit the National Portrait Gallery and the American Art Museum on a 2 to 2.5 hour private tour and discover the best of American-made works all under one roof.

Inclusions: Guided Museum Tour, Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours, Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By 1KTL

Excellent knowledge and guide. I have never seen before such master pieces and heard professional explanations. We really enjoyed our visit.

9. Private Washington DC Guided Tour

Continental City Tours
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Enjoy a private city tour catered to places you would like to see! Appreciate the comfort of our luxury vehicles such as the large Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van or the Cadillac Escalade Full Size SUV guided by a professional tour guide who will not only explain but make learning historical facts and stories behind each place we visit fun! We look forward to having you join our unique tours and appreciate the architecture, meaning, and historical background of every place we visit! As a private tour, the whole time and professional vehicle is dedicated to your experience!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

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Reviewed By charlieo4145

Victor was fantastic and provided the best tour we have ever had. He is so knowledgeable about all the monuments and the history of Washington DC. I would highly recommend his to anyone visiting DC.

10. DC's History of Slavery Tour

601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA DC Slavery Tours
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The theme/subject is a much needed topic of discussion for all Americans, young and old. This tour is unique because it is one of a kind in the Nation's Capital. There are many so called "classical tours" given but none on the lines of my tour which offers the history of slavery in the Federal City.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

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