The 10 Best City Tours in Virginia, United States

August 16, 2021 Viva Honore

Virginia can make American history come alive. Visit Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, tour Civil War battlefields, explore the living history museum at Williamsburg… the possibilities are endless (if the kids object, break up the historical sightseeing with a visit to Busch Gardens). Arlington, site of Arlington National Cemetery, is just across the Potomac River from all the major sites in D.C. In addition to beaches and historical attractions, Virginia has plenty to offer outdoor enthusiasts. Active families will love the Blue Ridge Highlands, where hiking, canoeing and tubing are just a few of the activities offered. Couples might enjoy a romantic mountain cabin in Virginia after a day of hiking in Shenandoah National Park.
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1. Washington DC Evening Tour

ELD Touring Enterprises Day Tours
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5.0 based on 56 reviews

Enjoy a small group (maximum 6 passengers) evening tour of Downtown Washington, DC. Small group sizes make this tour personal, family friendly, and fun for all!

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By billsA8381HJ

This evening tour was a highlight of our recent visit to DC. Eddie knows the landscape and history intimately and covers both with wit, wisdom and personality. His detailed discussion of the Sept. 11 plane attack on the Pentagon and nearby neighborhood as we circled the area was something I’ll never forget. This is a smaller more intimate “insider” tour with better access than the big-bus tours. Visiting the capital and WH Christmas trees was a bonus on our tour. The ride back to the hotel after the tour was also much appreciated. Highly recommend this tour.

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

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!

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. Open Top Convertible Bus Tour of DC

US Navy Memorial Plaza, 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA USA Guided Tours
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There’s no better way to tour Washington, DC, than with USA Guided Tours’ Open-Top Convertible Bus Tour! This unparalleled, open-air sightseeing experience features our glass-top, convertible Mercedes-Benz Sprinter—the first ever seen in the nation’s capital! When closed, the glass top is climate-controlled - offering full protection from the weather elements. Hop aboard and catch incredible panoramic views with an expert tour guide as your chauffeur and narrator. Visit the National Mall to observe the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and Washington Monument! Drive through the National Harbor to see J. Seward Johnson's beloved “The Awakening” sculpture and the illustrious Capital Wheel. Continue to Virginia's Old Town Alexandria where you will see The George Washington Masonic Temple, the Historic Christ Church, the Air Force Memorial, and the US Marine Corps War Memorial. Your tour will conclude following a stop at the National Cathedral and a scenic detour through Georgetown.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Bottled water, Transport by glass-top or open-top, convertible tour bus, English-Speaking Live Tour Guide/Driver, Choose public or private tour option

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

Reviewed By lettyc716

My husband, nephew and I took this tour yesterday (05/15/21). Our tour guide “Christopher” was AMAZING, knowledgeable and funny as heck! We are definitely recommending this tour to our family and friends. Shout out to our driver “Ali” who maneuvered through traffic like butter. What a team! Mike, Letty & Tyrus

5. 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.

6. Stretch Limo private Tour of Wasington DC

Smart Limo Private Tours of Washington DC
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Looking for private tour of Washington DC? Explore Washington with Five Star Limo Service. This perfectly sanitized Stretch Limo is for up to 10 people. We provide pick up and drop off at any desired place in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland. Distinguish customer service, modified limos and reliability shape our Tour Quality. Capture yourself in front of most of the historical buildings in the shortest possible time. We always exceeds visitor's expectations.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Soda/Pop, Bottled water

Exclusions: Soda, ice and Cahmpaign glasses are complementary served by the tour operator but not food. However, visitors can bring their own food.

Reviewed By cyphadelic

The driver was very nice and helpful. They will take you where you want to go and you can spend time at each spot. He also suggested spots and followed an itinerary. It was perfect for a group of 14 people.

7. Private Tour of Washington DC

Crown Limousine Service
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Crown Limo Service provide extensive tour of Washington DC at affordable rates. ​ Our professionally trained tour guides will take you to explore the beauty of DC. Experience the best tour service with exotic limos at lowest rates. We are #1 Rated tour operator in Washington DC.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Mineral Water, Ice, Glasses & Napkins

Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, All Fees and Taxes

8. Full-Day Tour in Washington DC

118 Waller Mill Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185, USA Oleta Tour & Travel, Inc.
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Travel with a guide into the Nation's Capital and learn some of the secrets about the town. We will depart with a breakfast stop around 9am. We start with visiting some popular sites at Arlington Cemetery, then make our way to many of the memorials. Lincoln, Vietnam, Korea, World War II, FDR, Dr. King are highlights. A driving tour of the city is next with picture stops of the White House and Capitol. The afternoon is free time for lunch or whatever you would like (typically around two hours). After meeting we begin to depart with a possible bonus stop before leaving the town, we arrive back Williamsburg between 8-10pm.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By BFSH_HSFB

Oleta is a spectacular company. Thoughtful, courteous and joyful in their approach to getting you from where you are to where you need to be (and back). Safety is very important to them and they are experts in navigating their large vehicles around busy streets and highways, but you are also likely to leave your experience with a new friend or two at the company. Our children's school has been using Oleta to facilitate class trips for over 15 years and wouldn't consider using anyone else.

9. Old Town, Alexandria and Mount Vernon Private Tour

701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA USA Guided Tours
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Your adventure will begin in Washington, DC, as you pass through numerous remarkable sights en route to Old Town Alexandria, Virginia – all aboard a luxury climate-controlled tour vehicle! Look out for the Washington Monument, Pentagon, and Air Force Memorial! While in Old Town Alexandria, you will see Robert E. Lee’s boyhood home, the George Washington Masonic Temple, and the Historic Christ Church amid more than 200 colonial-style restaurants and boutiques. Next, you will enjoy a scenic ride along the Potomac River just before visiting George Washington’s Mount Vernon - one of Washington, DC area’s premier sightseeing attractions. You will explore the historic estate – from its mansion’s interior where President Washington resided to his beloved gardens, and final resting place. Furthermore, you will have an opportunity to purchase lunch while at Mount Vernon; in addition to time at the education center and much more!

Inclusions: Inside Tour of the Mansion, Live Tour Guide, Transportation by Luxury Tour Bus, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuity, Food (unless specified otherwise)

Reviewed By lettyc716

My husband, nephew and I took this tour yesterday (05/15/21). Our tour guide “Christopher” was AMAZING, knowledgeable and funny as heck! We are definitely recommending this tour to our family and friends. Shout out to our driver “Ali” who maneuvered through traffic like butter. What a team! Mike, Letty & Tyrus

10. Dynamite Day Tour: Small-Group DC Bus Tour

325 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA Bi-Partisan Tour Company
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Discover the major points of interest in Washington, DC on this guided, 7-hour, sightseeing tour. This small-group bus tour visits many of the famous monuments and memorials, like the White House, the Washington Monument, the National Mall, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and many other popular locations. A number of lunch options (own expense) is available.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned coach; either a Dodge Sprinter (11/12 guests) or Mercedes Sprinter (14 guests), Professional Washington DC Tour guide, Bottled water

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Reviewed By Andy T

We were back to D.C. celebrating our 55th wedding anniversary (there on our honeymoon) and decided this time to take a small group tour. Most visits we have stayed in the National Mall area. It turned out that we were the only ones on the tour and Brian went overboard to make our trip enjoyable and informative. He had little stories to go along with every place we visited and even though we have visited numerous times he pointed out things we never had seen or knew about. With only the two of us, you might think he would hustle us along but no he spent as much time as we would like at each site visited. If you are only going to be in D.C. for 3-4 days I would strongly suggest you start your first morning with Brian (Bi-Partisan Tours) as you will get a wonderful overview allowing you to spend more time at individual attractions. As the title states Brian was one of the best guides we have ever had and we have travelled to numerous states and countries. Thanks Brian for a special morning. Andy & Kathy

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