Private & Custom Guided City Tour of Washington DC
Description
THE COST OF THIS TOUR IS BY GROUP. Concierge Tours ensures that all our guests, no matter the size of the group, see exactly what they want in the time they are in the Washington, DC area. Now, Concierge Tours would like to show you as much as possible but there are simply not enough hours in a day to share all that Washington, DC has to offer. Please refer to the Tour Details to see the options of venues that are available to you and your family. Depending on whether you choose a Half or Full Day tour will allow you to visit 2 - 3 locations. Half Day Tours usually last 4 Hours with two venues and Full Day Tours usually last 6 hours with 3 venues. You can discuss these options with your guide prior to your visit! Ask about our Night Tour of the National Monuments! Concierge Tours also caters to children! We keep them entertained and engaged during the tour.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Visit the following: * The Kennedy Family Gravesite * The Changing of the Guard * The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier * Plus much more!
The U.S. Capitol is closed on Sunday. Guests will see the following: * See a short movie on the country (E Pluribus Unum) * See the Crypt (The center of Washington, DC) * The Great Rotunda (The Capitol Dome) * Statuary Hall If available, guests can visit the Galleries of The House of Representatives and The Senate (Not available on Saturday)
See over 250 stained glass windows, including the Space Window that actually has a piece of Moon rock in it donated by the crew of Apollo 11. Visit the resting place of President Woodrow Wilson and Helen Keller. The Lincoln and Washington alcoves.
Guests will see the following: * The iconic Mount Vernon Mansion. * The Old burial vaults. * The Slave Memorial. * The final resting place for President Washington and Martha Washington. * The Visitor's Center.
Walk through history as we stroll onto the South Lawn of the White House grounds and learn about its history, hear stories of Presidents who have lived there and talk about the buildings that surround the White House. Our next stop is the Washington Monument where we will learn about and see pictures during construction of the obelisk and the rules regarding other buildings compared to the Monument. We will then visit the WWII Memorial before walking down the Reflecting Pool on our way to the Lincoln Memorial. (My favorite!) See the mistakes made in the memorial and ‘easter eggs’ hidden in plain sight! Lastly, we will walk through the Vietnam Memorial to learn how the wall is organized and how it was meant to be viewed, including the symbolism that is embedded in the wall.
Visit the theatre where President Lincoln was shot in April of 1865. In the basement of the theatre, you will see artifacts of the time, including the .44 Caliber single shot Derringer that John Wikes Booth used to shoot President Lincoln. Afterwards, we will sit in the theatre and look up at the box where President Lincoln sat. You will hear the story of the plot of the assassination, including all the conspirators who were involved. Afterwards, we will cross the street and enter the Peterson Boarding House and see the room and the bed where President Lincoln passed away.
See the founding documents of the United States! In the Charters of Freedom rotunda you will see: The Declaration of Independence The Constitution The Bill of Rights
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will also pick up guests at their Air B&B in Washington, D.C. or any Hotel in the Crystal City, Arlington and Pentagon City area. **We DO NOT pick up guests at BWI Airport or Baltimore hotels.** **We DO NOT pick up guests at National Harbor, Maryland**
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(144)
This weekend was part of the 250th madness going on. We pivoted to visiting Arlington Cemetery in the am and it was impressive. Alan is incredibly knowledgeable and history is his passion. From there we went to the Smithsonian Air and Space Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (on my bucket list) and went through every plane and space craft there. Highly recommend.
Our Indiana family had an outstanding 5-star experience touring Washington, DC with Alan. From the moment we met him, his passion for DC history and deep knowledge of the city made the tour both educational and engaging. Alan drove us around town, taking us to iconic landmarks including the Capitol Building, the National Mall, and Arlington National Cemetery. He shared fascinating stories and historical insights that brought each location to life. His professionalism, friendliness, and attention to detail made the day enjoyable for everyone. This was truly an unforgettable experience, and we highly recommend Alan to anyone visiting Washington, DC.
Alan was very friendly and knowledgeable! He made the tour fun for my kids (9yo and 12yo) and kept me from having to explain everything. Would highly recommend him to anyone with a family!
Alan is a fabulous tour guide with a huge knowledge of Washington history. We were a family of nine. Grandparents, parents, four young men and me, auntie. This review was written by the parents. “We booked two full day tours with Alan and had a great time. Our group ranged in age from 10 to 70 and everyone was engaged and entertained. Alan is very knowledgeable and his love of history shines through in all his conversations. He was able to point out interesting facts and keep us on our toes watching for Easter eggs along the way. He even had a knack for asking the Park guides leading questions when they skipped over an important detail. He was able to accommodate the various needs of our party while still keeping the tour on schedule. I warmly recommend him to you and trust that you will be more than pleased that you booked a tour with him.
Tour guide was knowledgeable, not sure it was worth the cost. I would recommend a cheaper tour and seeing the city and sights then going where you want. We parked father away, would have been better getting dropped off and not wasting so much time walking to and from the car. Nice gentleman but I probably would not book or recommend.
While we are disappointed to read this review, we spoke on the phone and created an Itinerary based on what you wished to see. Yes, parking is an issue in Washington, D.C. but never did we park extremely far from any venue. As a matter of fact with regard to the National Archives, the car was retrieved and picked you up. We are sorry the tour did not meet your expectations.
Our experience with Alan was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. What impressed us immediately was that he contacted us before our trip to introduce himself and take the time to learn about our interests, preferences, and the places we most wanted to visit. That personal touch made us feel valued and ensured our tour was tailored specifically to us. Alan’s knowledge of history is truly remarkable. He doesn’t just share facts—he brings history to life in a way that is both fascinating and memorable. His storytelling made every site we visited more meaningful, and he has a wonderful talent for making complex historical information engaging and easy to remember. Beyond his expertise, Alan has a great sense of humor and kept us laughing throughout the trip. He was always attentive to our needs, flexible when necessary, and genuinely focused on making sure we had the best possible experience. One of the highlights of our trip was a fantastic Italian restaurant that Alan recommended. The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff treated us so warmly that it became one of our favorite dining experiences of the entire trip. We could not be happier with the service Alan provided. His professionalism, knowledge, personality, and attention to detail made our trip unforgettable. We will absolutely seek him out again when we return, and we wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional private guide. Thank you, Alan, for helping create such wonderful memories!
Our experience with Alan was absolutely outstanding from start to finish. What impressed us immediately was that he contacted us before our trip to introduce himself and take the time to learn about our interests, preferences, and the places we most wanted to visit. That personal touch made us feel valued and ensured our tour was tailored specifically to us. Alan’s knowledge of history is truly remarkable. He doesn’t just share facts—he brings history to life in a way that is both fascinating and memorable. His storytelling made every site we visited more meaningful, and he has a wonderful talent for making complex historical information engaging and easy to remember. Beyond his expertise, Alan has a great sense of humor and kept us laughing throughout the trip. He was always attentive to our needs, flexible when necessary, and genuinely focused on making sure we had the best possible experience. One of the highlights of our trip was a fantastic Italian restaurant that Alan recommended. The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff treated us so warmly that it became one of our favorite dining experiences of the entire trip. We could not be happier with the service Alan provided. His professionalism, knowledge, personality, and attention to detail made our trip unforgettable. We will absolutely seek him out again when we return, and we wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional private guide. Thank you, Alan, for helping create such wonderful memories!
After returning from our week in Washington DC, I asked my family (daughter, son-in-law, and college junior granddaughter) "What was the best part of our trip?" The response was "Our day with Alan!" On May 18th, Alan picked us up for the start of an awesome experience. Alan, a self -described history nut, kept us informed and entertained with his knowledge of history of DC and the places we visited. He was engaging and stimulated us with mini quizzes and tidbits. He brought us to places we would not have found on our own. He accommodated our needs as we went through the day which had record heat and humidity (Tucson was actually cooler!) Our day ended with an evening walk on the Mall to see the Lincoln Memorial, the Wall and the Nurse's Memorial in the twilight. What an experience! Thank you Alan! Tillema/Ver Burg Family, Tucson, AZ
We could not have had a better experience! Our guide Alan went ABOVE and BEYOND for my family. I loved that he contacted us prior to our trip to get to know us and our needs...and boy do we have needs! I brought my parents to DC so that my father could visit the Vietnam Wall to say goodbye to those he lost. Both of my parents have very limited mobility, and to say that getting them to and from where we were going was difficult would be an understatement. Alan was patient, accommodating, and understanding. He is also VERY knowledgeable about the area and historically accurate. I will be forever grateful to Alan for giving my dad such a great experience. If you are planning to visit DC, you will not be disappointed booking a tour with Alan ~Kelly Biondo Casco, Michigan
We could not have had a better experience! Our guide Alan went ABOVE and BEYOND for my family. I loved that he contacted us prior to our trip to get to know us and our needs...and boy do we have needs! I brought my parents to DC so that my father could visit the Vietnam Wall to say goodbye to those he lost. Both of my parents have very limited mobility, and to say that getting them to and from where we were going was difficult would be an understatement. Alan was patient, accommodating, and understanding. He is also VERY knowledgeable about the area and historically accurate. I will be forever grateful to Alan for giving my dad such a great experience. If you are planning to visit DC, you will not be disappointed booking a tour with Alan!
