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

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DC's Monuments & Landmark Guided Small Group E-Cart Tour

This tour is a great alternative to see DC's Monuments by a E-Cart and knowledgeable guide. This tour offers a detailed introduction to U.S. history …More

This tour is a great alternative to see DC's Monuments by a E-Cart and knowledgeable guide. This tour offers a detailed introduction to U.S. history...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (242)
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$55
George Washington Mount Vernon Small Group Half Day Historic Tour

Step into the world of America’s first president with a curated half-day tour to George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Wander the historic mansion, beautifully restored gardens, …More

Step into the world of America’s first president with a curated half-day tour to George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Wander the historic mansion, beautifully restored gardens,...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$82
Washington DC Night Tour: ICONIC Landmarks, Monuments SMALL GROUP

Experience Washington DC at its most striking; after dark! This guided night tour showcases the city’s most iconic landmarks beautifully illuminated, from the White House …More

Experience Washington DC at its most striking; after dark! This guided night tour showcases the city’s most iconic landmarks beautifully illuminated, from the White House...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (189)
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$48
Small-Group Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Tour

Explore the solemn beauty of Arlington National Cemetery on a 2-hour walking tour that showcases its most significant sites. From the iconic JFK gravesite to …More

Explore the solemn beauty of Arlington National Cemetery on a 2-hour walking tour that showcases its most significant sites. From the iconic JFK gravesite to...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (87)
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$45
Capitol Hill, Supreme Court & Library of Congress Exclusive Tour

Visit the buildings and institutions that define this city during a 2.5-hour private guided walking tour with just you and your guide. We’ll talk politics …More

Visit the buildings and institutions that define this city during a 2.5-hour private guided walking tour with just you and your guide. We’ll talk politics...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (193)
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$43
DC National Gallery of Art Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max

This 2.5 hour semi-private guided museum tour welcomes up to 8 guests who want to see the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings. …More

This 2.5 hour semi-private guided museum tour welcomes up to 8 guests who want to see the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (103)
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$72
DC Monuments Tour with 10+ Sites & Washington Monument Ticket

See Washington DC’s iconic monuments in a single morning on a Guided Morning Sightseeing Bus & Walking Tour with an experienced guide. Pass by over …More

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See Washington DC’s iconic monuments in a single morning on a Guided Morning Sightseeing Bus & Walking Tour with an experienced guide. Pass by over...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Private Pedicab Tour of DC Monuments and Memorials

With a top guide of Washington, you and your family can see the major DC Monuments and Memorials, the White House, at your own pace, …More

With a top guide of Washington, you and your family can see the major DC Monuments and Memorials, the White House, at your own pace,...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (105)
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$140
National Archives + American History Museum Tour 6ppl Max

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to skip-the-line and experience the two “must see” museums in Washington DC. This …More

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to skip-the-line and experience the two “must see” museums in Washington DC. This...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (84)
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$175
Afternoon Mount Vernon and Alexandria Tour plus DC Night Tour

Experience first hand where George Washington, America’s founding father lived, walked and dined. Guest would have the opportunity to explore the Mount Vernon property and …More

Experience first hand where George Washington, America’s founding father lived, walked and dined. Guest would have the opportunity to explore the Mount Vernon property and...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$158
Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour & Open-top Sunset Tour with Guide

Discover DC aboard a Big Bus open-top double-decker with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access and digital commentary in multiple languages. See iconic sights like the White …More

Discover DC aboard a Big Bus open-top double-decker with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access and digital commentary in multiple languages. See iconic sights like the White...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.5 (157)
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$69
Small Group National Mall Tour with Washington Monument

This 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour begins at the DC Mall and leads you through the most revered memorials, concluding with …More

This 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour begins at the DC Mall and leads you through the most revered memorials, concluding with...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (79)
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$43
Smithsonian Natural History + Air and Space Museum Private Tour

This 5.5 hour guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is your chance to experience …More

This 5.5 hour guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is your chance to experience...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (69)
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$131
Smithsonian Natural History + Air & Space Museum Tour 8ppl Max

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is …More

This 5.5 hour Semi-Private (8 Guest Max.) guided combo tour welcomes guests to experience the Smithsonian’s two most visited museums in Washington DC. This is...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (65)
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$131
Washington DC: Cherry Blossoms by Bike Tour

Experience the beauty of Washington DC in its spring glory on this 2-hour bike tour created specifically for the famous National Cherry Blossom Festival. Follow …More

Experience the beauty of Washington DC in its spring glory on this 2-hour bike tour created specifically for the famous National Cherry Blossom Festival. Follow...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (90)
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$65
Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite

Enjoy a 2-Hour Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour. Start with a visit to the John F. Kennedy gravesite, where you’ll see the Eternal Flame, lit …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy a 2-Hour Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour. Start with a visit to the John F. Kennedy gravesite, where you’ll see the Eternal Flame, lit...

120 to 130 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (32)
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$55
DC Mall w/ Washington Monument Ticket Exclusive Guided Tour

This 2.5-hour walking tour begins at the DC Mall and leads you through the most revered memorials, concluding with a visit to the Washington Monument. …More

This 2.5-hour walking tour begins at the DC Mall and leads you through the most revered memorials, concluding with a visit to the Washington Monument....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$43
Cobblestones & Croissants: A Morning Food Tour in Georgetown, DC

Our morning food tour is more than just delicious treats—it’s an immersive journey through Georgetown’s rich history and vibrant present. Passionate guides bring the cobblestone …More

Our morning food tour is more than just delicious treats—it’s an immersive journey through Georgetown’s rich history and vibrant present. Passionate guides bring the cobblestone...

180 to 210 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (57)
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$87
Iconic Capitol Hill Architectural Walking Tour

Explore the political core of Washington DC! This tour takes visitors through the heart of Federal power in Washington DC, looking at the history of …More

Explore the political core of Washington DC! This tour takes visitors through the heart of Federal power in Washington DC, looking at the history of...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$48
Small Group Washington DC City Landmarks, Monuments Half Day Tour

Experience Washington D.C.’s most iconic landmarks in a focused and efficient half-day morning tour led by a professional guide. Explore the heart of the nation’s …More

Experience Washington D.C.’s most iconic landmarks in a focused and efficient half-day morning tour led by a professional guide. Explore the heart of the nation’s...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$45
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