Bureau of Engraving and Printing, The Located at Fourteenth & C Streets, 202-874-2330, 866-874-2330, The largest producers of security documents in the United States, this center prints billions of Federal Reserve Notes for delivery to the Federal Reserve System each year. Self guided 35 minute tours are available where visitors will see currency printed at the rate of 8,000 sheets per hour. more...

International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20004, 202-312-1300, The tallest building in Washington, D.C., this trade center is the first and only federal building dedicated to both government and private use. A diverse food court, fine dining restaurants, world-renowned entertainment, and impressive works of art are a part of this official world trade center. more... 

National Aquarium Fourteenth Street, Washington, DC 20007, Located in the Department of Commerce Building, 202-482-2825, The oldest aquarium in the nation, this historic aquarium houses more than 80 exhibits with over 200 species of salt and freshwater marine life, including endangered species, on display. more...

Supreme Court of the United States Located at First Street & Maryland Avenue, 202-479-3211, The most powerful court in our country, this famous court offers a variety of educational programs for visitors, as well as lectures in the courtroom typically given every hour on the half-hour. Exhibits, which are changed periodically, and a theater, where a film on the Supreme Court is shown, are located on the ground floor. more...

Tidal Basin Pedal Boats Located at Ohio Drive & Tidal Basin Northwest, 202-484-0206, The whole family will enjoy this unique activity which takes place in the shadow of the Jefferson Memorial from March through September.

Decatur House (circa 1818) 1610 H Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20006, 202-842-0920, One of the oldest surviving homes in Washington, D.C., this historic house was built for naval hero Commodore Stephen Decatur and is one of only three remaining residential buildings in the country designed by Benjamin Henry Latrobe. Guided tours are available and their are changing exhibits on display in the onsite gallery. more... 

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site (circa 1877) 1411 West Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20020, 202-426-5961, Dedicated to preserving the legacy of the most famous African American of the 19th century, this is the former residence of African American abolitionist Frederick Douglass where he lived from 1877 to 1895. Ranger led tours are available of the home which provides detailed information about the last 18 years of Mr. Douglass' life. more...

Jewish Historical Society of Greater Washington (circa 1876) 600 I Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001, 202-789-0900, The oldest synagogue building in Washington, this historic house museum retains various parts of its original construction and features displays of personal memorabilia, loaned from nearby residents, which capture the Jewish culture.  

Old Stone House (circa 1765) 3051 M Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20008, 202-426-6851, One of the oldest known structures remaining in the nation's capital, this simple 18th century historic house was built and inhabited by common people and is surrounded by a beautiful English garden that is a popular and restive oasis. Interpretive talks and group programs limited to 25 people in the house are available. more... 

Tudor Place (circa 1816) 1644 Thirty-First Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007, 202-965-0400, Get a rare glimpse into American cultural and social history while at this historic, elegant Neoclassical house which was designed by Dr. William Thornton, who also designed the U.S. Capitol, and which was once the home of Martha Custis Peter, the grandaughter of Martha Washington. The gardens and the house museum's collections are as rich and interesting as the home itself and the collection includes over 100 objects that belonged to George and Martha Washington. more...

White House, The 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20500, 202-208-1631, Originally constructed between 1792 and 1800 by James Hoban, this well known historic Federal style house was reconstructed in 1815 after being burned by British soldiers during the War of 1812. It has been the home of every president of the United States since John Adams and the exterior of the main structure remains much as it was in 1800.  more... 

African American Civil War Memorial Located at Vermont Avenue & U Street, 202-667-2667, "The first and only national memorial and museum for United States colored troops in the Civil War," this memorial commemorates the more than 208,000 African American soldiers who fought in the Civil War.

FDR Memorial 1850 West Basin Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, Located Near the Jefferson Memorial, 202-376-6704, Situated on seven and a half acres, this memorial depicts the 12 pivotal years of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's presidency through a series of four outdoor gallery rooms. The rooms contain ten bronze sculptures depicting President Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt, and events from the Great Depression through World War II.

Jefferson Memorial Fifteenth Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20007, Located at the South End of the Tidal Basin, 202-426-6841, Situated beneath a marble rotunda, this 19 foot statue of the third United States President is surrounded by passages from the Declaration of Independence and other famous Jefferson writings.

Korean War Veterans Memorial 900 Ohio Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20007, Located at the Lincoln Memorial, 202-426-6841, Nestled on over a two acre site, this memorial features a sculptured column of 19 foot soldiers arrayed for combat with the American flag as their symbolic objective, as well as a 164 foot mural wall that is inscribed with the words "Freedom Is Not Free" and is etched with 2,500 photographic images of nurses, chaplains, crew chiefs, mechanics, and other support personnel. more... 

Lincoln Memorial 900 Ohio Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, Located at West Potomac Park, 202-426-6841, Designed to resemble a Greek temple, this grand monument overlooks the Reflecting Pool and is a 19 foot marble statue of the 16th United States President. The statue has 36 Doric columns, one for each state at the time of Lincoln’s death, and is flanked by inscriptions of his Second Inaugural Address and his famous Gettysburg Address. more... 

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial 605 E Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20004, 202-737-3400, This elegant marble wall memorial displays the names of more than 14,000 federal, state, and local law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty. Interactive video displays, children's activity packets, and walking tour brochures and maps are available at the visitors center. more... 

U.S. Navy Memorial & Naval Heritage Center 701 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC 20004, 202-737-2300, Founded in 1977, this center and memorial honors all service personnel who have served in the sea services and perpetuates their heritage, values, and traditions. A wide variety of school and military concerts, films, lectures, and events are held here. more... 

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Located at Constitution Avenue & Henry Bacon Drive, 202-634-1568, Names of the 58,209 Americans missing or killed in the Vietnam conflict is printed upon the black granite walls of this moving V-shaped memorial. Designed by Frederick Hart, this life-size bronze sculpture also depicts three young servicemen. more...

Vietnam Women's Memorial Located at Twenty-First & Constitution Avenue, 202-426-6841, Nestled in a grove of trees across from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, this 2,000 pound bronze statue was designed by Santa Fe-based sculptor Glenna Goodacre and it depicts three servicewomen and one wounded soldier supported by sandbags.

Washington Monument Located at Fifteenth & Constitution Avenue, 202-426-6841, 800-967-2283, One of the tallest masonry structures in the world, this magnificent monument was built in 1885 in memory of the first President of the United States, known as the "Father of his Country," in recognition of his leadership in the cause of American independence. Several interpretive talks at the monument are available upon request. more...

Library of Congress 10 First Street, Washington, DC 20007, Located on Capitol Hill, 202-707-8000, The largest library in the world, this library is also the oldest federal cultural institution in the nation and it serves as the research arm of Congress. Nearly 128 million items on approximately 530 miles of bookshelves are featured at the library with collections including over 29 million books and other printed materials, almost three million recordings, 12 million photographs, close to five million maps, and 57 million manuscripts.  more... 

U.S. National Archives & Records Administration Located at Seventh and Pennsylvania Avenues, 202-501-5000, The original Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights are housed at this center that also contains over three billion historic records. more...

Anacostia Museum & Center 1901 Fort Place Place Southeast, Washington, DC 20013, 202-357-2700, Dedicated to the collection, study, and exhibition of African American history and culture, this Smithsonian museum explores American history, society, and creative expression from an African American perspective through its many exhibits and artifacts. more... 

Capital Children's Museum 800 Third Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002, 202-675-4120, A unique educational complex that features over 30,000 square feet of hands-on interactive exhibits which focus on culture, the arts, and sciences. Children and families can explore the art of animation, drive an authentic Metro bus, do science experiments in a real chemistry lab, discover the origins of hot chocolate, or climb an ancient Mayan pyramid while at this museum. more... 

Corcoran Museum of Art 500 17th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20006, 202-639-1700, One of the oldest art museums in the United States, the Corcoran Museum of Art's permanent collection includes 19th-century American prints and drawings and 20th-century paintings, sculptures and photographs. Major temporary exhibitions are held yearly. more... 

DAR Museum 1776 D Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20006, 202-879-3241, This museum of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution features 32 period rooms which contain a superb collection of pre-1840s furnishings. A wonderful gallery with changing exhibits is also featured in the museum. more... 

Dumbarton House (circa 1804) 2715 Que Street, Northwest, Washington, DC 20007, 202-337-2288, First owned by Joseph Nourse, Register of the U.S. Treasury for the first six Presidents of the United States, Dumbarton House is a fine example of Federal period architecture. During the docent-led tours, which begin with a short video describing the history of the house and its varied owners, guests are able to view Federal period architecture, furniture, and decorative arts, as well as life in Georgetown, during our nation’s earliest days. Dumbarton House is National Society of The Colonial Dames of America's national museum and it also houses its national headquarters.  more...

Folger Shakespeare Library 201 East Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003, 202-544-4600, Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this magnificent museum contains splendid Renaissance architecture and houses Henry Clay Folger's impressive collection of Shakespeare's work. A small Elizabethan theatre is also on site which offers performances and special events. more... 

Freedman's Hall Gallery of Art 2041 Georgia Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20060, Located at Howard University Hospital, 202-865-1471, Celebrating Howard University Hospital's treasured past, thriving present, and fertile future, this exhibition gallery is a permanent educational and cultural site that explores the contributions of African Americans to medicine, health care, and research. 

Freer Gallery of Art Located at Jefferson Drive at Twelfth Street, 202-357-2700, An outstanding collection of Asian art, as well as works by 19th and 20th century American artists, are on display at this museum that also features the opulent Peacock Room, the only surviving interior design example of American expatriate James McNeill Whistler. more...

Fusebox 1412 Fourteenth Street, Northwest, Washington, DC 20005, 202-299-9200, This premier exhibition space displays the work of regional and international artists whose work explores visual art and contemporary cultural. more...

Hillwood Museum & Gardens 4155 Linnean Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20008, 202-686-5807, 877-HILLWOOD, The Washington residence of art collector Marjorie Merriweather Post from 1955 to 1973, this extate is known for having the most comprehensive assemblage of Russian Imperial art outside of Russia, as well as a world-reowned collection of 18th century French decorative arts. The estate is nestled upon 25 gorgeous acres, twelve of which are enchanting formal gardens including a Japanese style garden and a French parterre. more... 

Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden Located at Seventh & Independence Avenues, 202-357-2700, The Smithsonian's museum of international modern and contemporary art, this striking cylindrical museum contains a wonderful collection of 19th and 20th century paintings and sculptures plus features a magnificent adjoining outdoor garden. more...

International Spy Museum, The 800 F Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20004, Located Four Blocks From National Mall, 202-393-7798, This fascinating museum seeks to educate the public about espionage through the use of over 600 artifacts, 900 archival photos, audio and visual programs, and 15 mechanical and computer interactive displays. The largest collection of international espionage is located at this museum which chronicles the history of spying throughout the ages, across the globe, and today. more... 

National Building Museum 401 F Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001, 202-272-2448, American achievements in architecture, design, engineering, planning, and construction are examined and interpreted at this private, nonprofit museum which also presents lectures and educational programs, as well as publishes books and a quarterly journal.  more... 

National Gallery of Art Located at Sixth and Constitution Avenues, 202-737-4215, One of the finest collections in the world that illustrates major achievements in paintings, sculptures, and graphics is featured at this museum which contains a permanent collection of European and American paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and works on paper, as well as changing exhibitions of art from around the world. more...

National Museum of African Art 950 Independence Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC 20013, 202-357-2700, Devoted to the collection and study of African art, this museum is dedicated to an appreciation and understanding of Africa's rich visual arts and diverse cultures and they also offer educational programs. more... 

National Museum of American History Located at Fourteenth Street & Constitution Avenue, 202-357-2700, Explore the rich diversity of American history while at this museum that contains three floors of exhibitions which include paintings, sculptures, folk art, photograpy, and graphics by American artists from the 18th century. more...

National Museum of Health and Medicine 6900 Georgia Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20307, 202-782-2200, Founded as the Army Medical Museum in 1862 to study and improve medical conditions during the American Civil War, this museum houses a collection of over twenty-five million items including archival materials, anatomical and pathological specimens, medical instruments and artifacts, and microscope slide-based medical research collections. Exhibits on Civil War medicine, including artifacts documenting the death of Abraham Lincoln, are also on display. more... 

National Museum of Women in the Arts 1250 New York Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20005, 202-783-5000, This museum contains a permanent collection of more than 3,000 works of art by 400 women from 28 countries from the 16th century to the present. Works by artists such as Cassatt, O'Keeffe, Kahlo, and Nevelson are on display. more... 

National Postal Museum 2 Massachusetts Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20002, 202-633-5555, A Smithsonian Institution museum which is located in the old historic Post Office building and occupies 75,000 square feet of the building, with 23,000 square feet devoted to exhibition space which contains a unique collection of airmail planes, stagecoaches, rare stamps, and letters. A 6,000 square foot research library, a stamp store, and a museum shop are also on site. more... 

Naval Historical Center 805 Kidder Breese Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20374, Located at the Washington Navy Yard, 202-433-4882, Housed in the old Naval Gun Factory, this museum features a collection that includes the foremast fighting top from the USS Constitution, the bathyscaphe Trieste, ship models, medals, uniforms, photographs, and fine art. Hands-on exhibits are also available for children which include working submarine periscopes and WW II gun mounts. more...

Octagon Museum, The 1799 New York Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20006, 202-638-3221, The museum of the American Architectural Foundation, this museum is the oldest museum in the United States devoted to architecture and design. The building was designed by Dr. William Thornton for Colonel John Tayloe III and was constructed between 1799 and 1801. It served as executive mansion for President Madison after the Brittish burned the White House in 1814. more... 

Pope John Paul II Cultural Center 3900 Harewood Road Northeast, Washington, DC 20017, 202-635-5400, A must-see museum while your in Washington, this highly interactive museum explores Pope John Paul II's teachings through state-of-the-art technology in an array of interactive exhibits, world-class art, papal memorabilia, and documentary films. A children's gallery, a cafe, and a museum store are also on site. more... 

Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Located at Seventeenth & Pennsylvania Avenues, 202-357-2700, This gem of a musuem contains a permanent collection of American crafts from the 19th to the 21st century, plus features special exhibitions of American art. more...

Smithsonian Institution Information Center 1000 Jefferson Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20013, 202-357-2700, Known as "The Castle," this museum is the oldest of the 14 Smithsonian museums in Washington and it houses the crypt of founder James Smithson. The museum also contains orientation theaters, scale models of Washington's monumental core, an interactive touch-screen program in six languages, and two electronic wall maps. Multilingual information and assistance are available. more... 

Surratt House Museum (circa 1852) 9118 Brandywine Road, Clinton, MD 20735, Located 12 Miles Southeast of Washington D.C., 301-868-1121, Restored by The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, the Surratt House Museum was not only the country home of Mary Surratt, the first woman to be executed by the United States government after being found guilty of conspiring with John Wilkes Booth to assassinate Abraham Lincoln, but it has served as a tavern, post office, polling place, and a safehouse for the Confederate underground during the Civil War. It presents a variety of programs and events and houses an extensive library and gift shop. The museum is open for public tours January through mid-December. more... 

Textile Museum 2320 S Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20008, 202-667-0441, One of the world's foremost specialized art museums, this museum is housed in two historic buildings and features rotating exhibitions of historical and contemporary textiles, as well as a learning center that explores textile techniques, makers, and their cultures.  more... 

Touchstone Gallery 406 Seventh Street Northwest, Second floor, Washington, DC 20004, Located in the Downtown Arts District, 202-347-2787, An artist-owned gallery with an active membership of 35 to 40 artists, the Touchstone Gallery features several exhibition spaces and five other galleries. Its members include Joan Samworth, Mary D. Ott, James Church, Harvey Kupferberg, Charles St. Charles, Rima Schulkind, and Steve Alderton.  more...

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, 202-488-0400, The documentation, study, and interpretation of Holocaust history is the goal of this national institution which serves as as a memorial to the millions of people murdered during the Holocaust. The story of the Holocaust is told through exhibitions, artifacts, art, films, photographs, and oral histories. more... 

Washington Design Center 300 D Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, 202-646-6118, Containing just under 400,000 square feet of space, there are over 60 wholesale residential, commercial, and building products showrooms located inside this center which is the mid-Atlantic region's largest single resource and destination for the design industry. Many special events and programs are held at this center throughout the year. more... 

Washington Dolls' House and Toy Museum 5236 Forty-Fourth Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015, 202-363-6400, Founded in 1975, this unique museum contains a carefully researched collection of antique doll houses, games, and toys, many of them being Victorian. There is also an Edwardian tea room, which is available for birthday parties, on site, as well as two popular museum shops.

Woodrow Wilson House Museum 2340 S Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20008, 202-387-4062, Washington's only presidential museum, this house is a National Trust Historic Site and it was the final home of our 28th President. Built in 1915 by architect Waddy Wood, this house is a fine example of the Georgian revival style and it contains a remarkable collection which offers a unique insight into the personality of one of America's greatest leaders. On display are objects from the White House, family items, memorabilia, and elaborate gifts of state from around the world more... 

Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens 1900 Anacostia Drive Southeast, Washington, DC 20020, Located Between Quarles and Douglas Streets, 202-426-6905, A National Park Service site which constitutes some 700 acres, this park includes the aquatic gardens which are situated on 14 acres along the east bank of the Anacostia River, as well as the 77 acre Keniworth Marsh, which borders the gardens on three sides. The park is home to thousands of water plants, waterlilies, and lotuses and visitors can enjoy an array of recreational activities while at this park.  more... 

National Mall, The 900 Ohio Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, 202-426-6841, Envisioned by Pierre L'Enfant's and commissioned by George Washington, this splendid park extends approximately two miles from the United States Capitol to the Washington Monument. This area is one of the most heavily visited and photographed places in the world and includes 2,000 American elms, 3,000 internationally renowned Japanese cherry trees, and botanical showplace gardens.  more... 

Rock Creek Park 3545 Wiliamsburg Lane Northwest, Washington, DC 20008, 202-895-6070, Established in 1890, this historic park is filled with majestic trees and wild animals and visitors can walk in the footsteps of the Piscataway Indians, as well as listen to a concert or enjoy recreational activities such as soccer, tennis, fishing, horseback riding, biking, hiking, and picnicking. more... 

Lafayette Square (circa 1824) Located at Sixteenth & Pennsylvania Avenues, 202-755-7798, Overlooking the White House, this famous, historic square was built in 1824 and was named after the Marquis de Lafayette, the French general and a hero in the American Revolution. The park is beautifully landscaped and meticulously maintained and includes a statue of Andrew Jackson riding his horse.

National Arboretum 3501 New York Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20002, 202-245-2726, A United States Department of Agriculture research and education facility and a living museum that is situated on 400 acres and is filled with trees, shrubs, flowering plants, picnic grounds, and herb gardens.  more... 

National Zoological Park 3001 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20008, 202-673-4800, Home to a wonderfully diverse animal collection, this beautiful, 163 acre urban zoological park contains thousands and offers science based educational programs, as well as delightful shows, for the whole family to enjoy. more... 

Potomac Park Located at Jefferson Memorial Basin, 202-485-9880, Divided into West and East Potomac parks, this exceptionally beautiful park contains 3,000 Japanese cherry trees, as well as facilities for golfing, picnicking, swimming, tennis, and ball games. Pedalboats can also be rented.

United States Botanic Garden 100 Maryland Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC 20001, 202-225-8333, The United States Botanic Garden is a living plant museum on the National Mall at the foot of the U.S. Capitol. Bartholdi Park, named for sculptor Frederic Auguste Bartholdi, was created in 1932, and "serves as a home landscape demonstration garden and showcases innovative plant combinations in a variety of styles and design themes." Located on three acres west of the Conservatory site, the National Garden is "a showcase for unusual, useful, and ornamental plants that grow well in the mid-Atlantic region." "It provides "living laboratories" for environmental, horticultural, and botanical education in a contemplative setting. The major features of the National Garden are the Rose Garden, the Butterfly Garden, the Lawn Terrace, the First Ladies' Water Garden, the Regional Garden, and an outdoor amphitheater." The Conservatory is open daily from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.  more...

National Air & Space Museum Located on Independence Avenue, 202-633-1000, The most visited museum in the world, this museum maintains the largest collection of historic air and spacecraft in the world and it is a vital center for research into the history, science, and technology of aviation and space flight. Hundreds of artifacts are on display including the original Wright 1903 Flyer, the "Spirit of St. Louis," the Apollo 11 command module, and a Lunar rock sample that visitors can touch. more...

National Geographic Museum, The 1145 Seventeenth Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007, 202-857-7588, Past and current expeditions, adventures, and scientific research come to life at this unique museum that showcases a wide variety of changing exhibits which reflects the richness and diversity of our world. more... 

National Museum of Natural History Located at Constitution Avenue & Tenth Street, 202-633-1000, This large museum houses the 45.5 carat Hope Diamond, as well as a wide array of dinosaur fossils, an insect zoo, and the world's largest African bush elephant. IMAX movies are also shown at this museum. more...

ELD Touring Enterprises P.O. Box 5236, Upper Marlboro, MD 20775, 301-395-1575, ELD Touring Enterprises provides Washington, D.C. tours at an affordable price with family friendly service. more...

VP Transportation 202-291-5070 or 202-384-9955, VP Transportation specializes in sightseeing tours in the nation's Capital, Arlington Cemetery, Old Town, Mount Vernon in Alexandria, Washington, Colonial Williamsburg, Bush Garden and Washington Black Heritage tours. Transportation from your hotel to the airport and vice versa is also provided.

Bike and the Like Hosts Suzie and Roger Knable offer supported and reasonably priced bicycle tours in the U.S., Canada and Europe. Each year they host an exciting weeklong journey by bicycle along the Historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal from Cumberland to Potomac, Maryland. The towpath, once the lifeline for many of Maryland's and Virginia's smalltowns, is now a protected trail retracing 160 miles of history and beautiful scenery along the wondrous Potomac River. The tour begins in Cumberland Maryland- the terminus of the canal. The following days cycle through the quaint towns of Little Orleans, Hancock-Berkeley Springs, Williamsport and Harper's Ferry, W.Va- where the group enjoys historic town walks. Bike and the Like trip fees includes inn/motel lodging, hearty meals, ride leaders for assistance, support vehicle on route, luggage transport and more. 877-776-6572

Bike the Sites 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20004, Located at The Old Post Office Pavilion, 202-842-BIKE, Tour at a leisurely pace on scenic paths and trails while professional guides discuss history, architecture, and scandal at the many stops along this bike tour which are designed for all abilities. The tours include bicycles, helmets, water, snacks, and entertaining guides. Bicycle rentals, stroller rentals, wheel chairs, mobility scooters are also available for rent. Combination biking and walking tours are also offered. 

Capitol Entertainment Services 3629 Eighteenth Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20018, 202-636-9203, Interesting and enjoyable guided sightseeing tours which unique showcases the nation's capital and describes its rich history are offered by this company which also provides charter services aboard motor coaches and mini buses.  more... 

DC Ducks 2460 Reed Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20018, 202-832-9800, Climb aboard an authentic, fully restored World War II amphibious vessel and experience a whole new sightseeing adventure as you enjoy a fully narrated, 90 minute land and water tour from Union Station through all around DC. Tours are available from mid-March through October.

DC Insider Tours 2844 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Suite 310, Washington, DC 20007, 202-237-7534, Enjoy all-day urban excursions which provide an insider's look at our nation's capital through this tour group which offers multi-dimensional tour programs in the DC area using various forms of transportation. Tour packages up to four days are available. 

Federal Bureau of Investigation 935 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20535, 202-324-3000, Take a one hour tour of the FBI facility and see crime labs, history exhibits, and a live firearms demonstration.  more... 

Odyssey Cruises 600 Water Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, Located at the Gangplank Marina, 202-488-6010, One of Washington's most elegant and contemporary cruising vessel, this cruise boat offers three hour lunch cruises and four hour diner cruises, both with four course meals, an award-winning wine list, and live professional entertainment. more... 

Old Town Trolley Tours 2460 Reed Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20018, 202-832-9800, You will find the best conductors in the city with this company that provides daily two hour narrated tours of the city with reboarding available from 19 sites around Washington. They also offer pickup service from area hotels for private charters. 

Shore Shot Cruises 3000 K Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20007, Located at Washington Harbour, 202-554-6500, This ten mile, 50 minute professionally narrated cruise allows you to see various sites of interest, including the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, the Washington Monument, and the Capitol, while cruising along the Potomac. Refreshments are provided.  

Spirit of Washington Located at Sixth & Water Streets, 202-554-8000, Dine and dance as you cruise the Potomac River in this 600 passenger luxury vessel which offers dinner cruises, complete with sumptuous buffets, live music, and sightseeing, from Tuesday through Sunday. more...

Tourmobile Sightseeing 1000 Ohio Drive Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, 202-554-5100, Seasonal narrators and drivers take you right where you want to go aboard a variety of vehicles, including an 85 passenger, multi-axeled vehicle approximately 55 feet in length, with this tour company that stops at places such as Arlington Cemetery, the White House, the Washington Monument, and the Air & Space Museum. more... 

U.S. Capitol Located on Capitol Hill, 202-225-6827, Get a behind-the-scenes look of America's legislative process while at this famous building which offers guided tours to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. more...

Washington Walks 819 G Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024, 202-484-1565, No reservations are required to enjoy these two hour, professionally guided walking tours where you will learn about the famous and infamous people of DC, as well as learn about its history, architecture, scandals, and ghosts. more...