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The best family-friendly activities in Washington DC for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

Washington DC, USA
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DC Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour

Step into the shadows of the nation’s capital on the #1 ultimate ghost tour in Washington DC! Operating nightly, year-round, this USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-Owned, women …More

Step into the shadows of the nation’s capital on the #1 ultimate ghost tour in Washington DC! Operating nightly, year-round, this USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-Owned, women...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour

If you only have a short time in Washington DC, then this 3-hour sightseeing tour is for you. Traveling by van or minibus, see all …More

If you only have a short time in Washington DC, then this 3-hour sightseeing tour is for you. Traveling by van or minibus, see all...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
DC Monuments & Memorials Guided Minibus City Tour

The DC Memorials and Monuments is a comprehensive tour of the Monuments and Memorials with experienced tour guide. Guests will visit all the Monuments and …More

The DC Memorials and Monuments is a comprehensive tour of the Monuments and Memorials with experienced tour guide. Guests will visit all the Monuments and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$49
Embassy Row Spy History Tour With A Former CIA Officer

Washington DC’s Embassy Row reveals the stories behind a suspicious death, Revolutionary War espionage, and the assassination of Orlando Letelier, with former CIA officers explaining …More

Washington DC’s Embassy Row reveals the stories behind a suspicious death, Revolutionary War espionage, and the assassination of Orlando Letelier, with former CIA officers explaining...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$75
DC: No Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry & Guidebook

Experience the height of American history with our Washington Monument Guided Tour & E-Book Bundle, the ultimate resource for navigating the world’s tallest stone obelisk. …More

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Experience the height of American history with our Washington Monument Guided Tour & E-Book Bundle, the ultimate resource for navigating the world’s tallest stone obelisk....

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$22
DC Monuments by Night: Open-Top Bus Tour of Illuminated Landmarks

See Washington DC's monuments and memorials the way they were meant to be seen at night — floodlit, dramatic, and unobstructed from the open-air deck …More

See Washington DC's monuments and memorials the way they were meant to be seen at night — floodlit, dramatic, and unobstructed from the open-air deck...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$109
Presidential DC: Capitol Hill + DC Bus Tour, US Capitol Entry

Join our expert live guide on this 3-Hour Washington DC Guided Bus & Walking Tour with Grounds Access to US Capitol, Supreme Court, and Library …More

Join our expert live guide on this 3-Hour Washington DC Guided Bus & Walking Tour with Grounds Access to US Capitol, Supreme Court, and Library...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
DC: Water Taxi Unlimited Pass & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

Experience DC in a way that’s easy, exciting, and completely flexible. Start your journey on a hop-on hop-off tour to enjoy sweeping views of the …More

Experience DC in a way that’s easy, exciting, and completely flexible. Start your journey on a hop-on hop-off tour to enjoy sweeping views of the...

45 to 110 minutes Free Cancellation
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$79
LEGO Discovery Center Washington D.C Admission Ticket

Experience endless family fun at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Washington D.C., featuring thrilling LEGO® attractions for all ages. Conquer the Hero Adventures laser maze and climbing …More

Experience endless family fun at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Washington D.C., featuring thrilling LEGO® attractions for all ages. Conquer the Hero Adventures laser maze and climbing...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
No Wait Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Entry Tickets with Guidebook

This is a direct admission ticket emailed to you for the Lincoln Memorial Undercroft, one of Washington's newest and most fascinating attractions. No need to …More

This is a direct admission ticket emailed to you for the Lincoln Memorial Undercroft, one of Washington's newest and most fascinating attractions. No need to...

1 hour
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$25
Arlington Cemetery Changing of the Guard and JFK Gravesite

Experience a guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, connecting with the powerful stories of America’s heroes. Highlights include witnessing the awe-inspiring Changing of the …More

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Experience a guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, connecting with the powerful stories of America’s heroes. Highlights include witnessing the awe-inspiring Changing of the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$39
Secrets & Scandals: Washington DC Private Half-Day Walking Tour

Enjoy a private walking tour of the nation's capital and uncover the infamous political scandals and secrets embedded in Washington, D.C.'s history. Learn how this …More

Enjoy a private walking tour of the nation's capital and uncover the infamous political scandals and secrets embedded in Washington, D.C.'s history. Learn how this...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$30
Chesapeake Beach Guided Walking Tour The Cliffs

A great way to see the Cliffs of Calvert, historic Chesapeake Beach, the beautiful homes built on the Cliffs, the wildlife of the region and …More

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A great way to see the Cliffs of Calvert, historic Chesapeake Beach, the beautiful homes built on the Cliffs, the wildlife of the region and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$41
Air & Space Museum Small-Group Express Tour With Reserved Entry

Skip the stress of securing hard-to-get timed passes! This small-group tour of the National Air and Space Museum includes guaranteed reserved entry, so you can …More

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Skip the stress of securing hard-to-get timed passes! This small-group tour of the National Air and Space Museum includes guaranteed reserved entry, so you can...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.3 (6)
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$59
Dupont Circle Food Tour

Dupont Circle has been known as the district’s most cosmopolitan neighborhood for over thirty years. …More

Dupont Circle has been known as the district’s most cosmopolitan neighborhood for over thirty years....

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$84
Washington DC Pirate Treasure Hunt Cruise

Ahoy there, me hearties! Climb aboard a family-friendly pirate ship cruise in Washington DC and help our crew protect the Nation’s Capital from mischievous buccaneers …More

Ahoy there, me hearties! Climb aboard a family-friendly pirate ship cruise in Washington DC and help our crew protect the Nation’s Capital from mischievous buccaneers...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$28
Adams Morgan Food Tour

Adams Morgan has been known for its diversity and ethnicity for most of the 20th century. The turn-of-the-century neighborhood has retained its historic charm while …More

Adams Morgan has been known for its diversity and ethnicity for most of the 20th century. The turn-of-the-century neighborhood has retained its historic charm while...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$78
Washington D.C. Lincoln Assassination History Walking Tour

This walking tour reveals what happened on the night that changed the history of a nation forever. Journey back in time to learn about the …More

This walking tour reveals what happened on the night that changed the history of a nation forever. Journey back in time to learn about the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$52
Washington DC Premium 5-Hour Private Tour

RSN Tour Bus was founded in 2018 on the premise that making travel plans should be easy and exciting. Based in the Washington.DC area, we …More

RSN Tour Bus was founded in 2018 on the premise that making travel plans should be easy and exciting. Based in the Washington.DC area, we...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$90
Washington DC Christmas Eve Plated Dinner Cruise

Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Dinner Cruise in Washington DC. You and your guests will enjoy …More

Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Dinner Cruise in Washington DC. You and your guests will enjoy...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$217
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