Washington D.C. Things to do

This 30 minute loop tour of Arlington National Cemetery gives you a glimpse into the tribute to those who dedicated their lives defending our nation. Over the past 150 years, more than 400,000 military men, women, and families have been laid to rest with honor at Arlington Cemetery. During your tour, you’ll also have the honor to see the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the changing of the guard. Details

Experience the best of the Smithsonian National Museum of American History on this professionally guided tour featuring everything from George Washington’s sword to Dorothy’s Ruby Red Slippers from The Wizard of Oz. This tour is a must-do for anyone visiting the museum for the first time. Details

Explore all the iconic sights that Washington D.C has to offer with Big Bus Tours. The tour is an ideal way to sightsee while allowing you to explore Washington D.C. at your convenience through hop-on and hop-off locations. Make the most of our flexible tours by hopping on and off to visit legendary landmarks at your leisure, including the White House, Capitol Hill, Jefferson Memorial, and Lincoln Memorial. Download the Big Bus app for real-time tracking to get the most out of Hop-On, Hop-Off. Details

The permanent collection at the National Gallery includes over 150,000 sculptures, decorative arts, prints, drawings, photographs, and paintings. Collection exhibits do change, so there is always something new to see. Walking around you will surely be inspired by the hundreds of pieces of art. Whether you want to see art from the past, indulge in the present, or see what is to come in the future, each exhibit will make you feel like a part of the artists inspirational pieces. Make sure to visit the outdoor Sculpture Garden and grab a snack at one of the four cafés. Details

Surround yourself with icons of air and space travel with your launch into the history of flight. The flagship building on the National Mall in Washington, D.C, exhibits aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, rockets, and other flight-related artifacts. Details

Nature, humans, and science come together in a mind-blowing exhibit to show you the best parts of the natural world. Learn about the Earth’s past and how the museum helps to create a sustainable future. Be able to see some of the greatest work and research done for the good of our world. Whether you want to view ocean exhibits, learn about Egyptian mummies, or take pictures of the Hope Diamond, you will leave the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History with a new sense of awe and wonder. Details

Colonial Christmas Tour in Williamsburg is a memorable holiday experience the whole family will love! The guided candlelight tour will take guests back to the 18th century, where they will hear stories of holiday traditions and see the beautifully decorated homes. Don't miss out on this limited engagement tour on your next trip to Williamsburg! Details

Embark on Washington DC’s most terrifying tour in The U.S. Capitol Building, one of the most haunted buildings in the world. Along the way, you’ll hear historic ghost stories, see haunted places around the landmark, and perhaps even spot a ghost. Keep your eyes peeled and your senses alert throughout your tour—you never know how the supernatural will choose to reveal themselves to you! Details

Discover the harrowing details of the 1600s witch trials as you walk down Williamsburg’s darkest, most haunted streets late at night. As you keep an eye out for famous ghosts such as Ida Jones, your costumed guide will tell you the tales of Blackbeard’s crew, Jones Graveyard, and other haunted spots throughout the greater Williamsburg area. But stay alert! You never know who—or what— you’ll meet along the way. Details

Hop aboard, sit back, and enjoy a leisurely 2.5-hour trolley tour of our nation’s capital. Along the way, you’ll see and learn about notable landmarks including the White House, the Capitol Building, the Korean War Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and so many more. Throughout your tour, your local tour guide will tell you captivating stories, historical facts, and even about a few ghost sightings! Details

With Old Town Trolley Tours, you’ll have the opportunity to see Washington DC’s iconic landmarks, museums, and points of interest. The Old Town Trolley City Tour makes one stop along the tour route at the Abraham Lincoln Memorial. Once there you can visit the Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Details

Are you ready for an exciting journey around the planet? Here at SeaQuest, we have over 20,000 square feet of adventure where you are invited to touch, feed & interact with animals from five continents, right here in Lynchburg, Virginia! Details