Urban Adventures Washington DC

Washington DC Unveiled
from $56

Join our small group tours of the National Mall on board our all-electric Red Roadster — perfect for covering the huge area and many monuments in DC! Our local guide gives you the scoop on the White House, Capitol Building, Smithsonian, and more.

Washington DC Unveiled Highlights

• Feel like royalty in our all-electric Red Roadsters
• Receive a comprehensive overview of the National Mall and monuments from a local guide
• Be amazed by the White House and Capitol Hill
• Stroll through the FDR, MLK, and Lincoln memorials
• Learn the stories behind the Smithsonian Museums and the monuments

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide and transportation on all-electric vehicle.

  Exclusions

Food and drinks along the way, and tips and gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Starting time: 10.00 AM, 2.00 PM

Meeting point: L'Enfant Metro Stop - Meet at the corner of 7th St. & Maryland Ave. SW) also known as 7th & C St. (Maryland Ave. becomes C St. on the other side of 7th St.)

Duration: 2+ hours

Ending point: L'Enfant Metro Stop - Meet at the corner of 7th St. & Maryland Ave. SW) also known as 7th & C St. (Maryland Ave. becomes C St. on the other side of 7th St.)

  Full Itinerary

Closure of sites: Peaceful demonstrations, a mainstay of life in Washington, DC, may slightly alter routes, but they also add to the enrichment of the experience!

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Stories of the Smithsonian Natural History Museum
from $30

Join us for a fun-filled tour of one of the most visited museums in the world. Dive into the stories behind some of the most incredible pieces of our natural history while your local guide regales you with tales of intrigue, discovery, and mind-blowing science.

Stories of the Smithsonian Natural History Museum Highlights

• Experience the many ways the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History tells its story, From older style galleries, to 21st century digital integration
• See some fascinating artifacts that may be even more interesting than those mentioned above, like the Inquisition Necklace, the 3000 year old Mummy's Sarcophagus, a Rhino shot by President Theodore Roosevelt and Meteor Fragments that far predate the Earth
• Get an insider overview of the worlds most popular Natural History Museum
• See some of the most famous items in the museums like the Hope Diamond, the Neanderthal Skeleton and the Giant Squid
• Experience the fascinating stories that these objects have to tell, bringing the museum to life in unexpected ways

  Inclusions

Local, English-speaking guide

  Exclusions

Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

  Full Itinerary

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of six. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Inclusions: Local, English-speaking guide

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Have you ever wondered what stories behind some of science's great discoveries? Join us on a fun-filled, quirky tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

Your local guide will take you on a whirlwind journey through the history of the world from ocean to land, rodent to human, and everything in between. We're going to talk about the alterations to a famous elephant, contribution from a President, Lucy (you'll have to join us to figure out who she is), and the closest relative of a T-Rex.

We'll use history, science, and stories to entertain and engage guests with the exhibits and what they can tell us about the past, present, and future. Finally, we'll introduce you to Q?rius where you'll be able to enjoy hands-on exploration!

Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Before leaving, don't forget to ask your guide for more hints and tips on what else there is to see and do in the museum.

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Tastes of H Street
from $68

From Italian to Middle Eastern, American to all things artisan, this Washington DC food tour reveals where to find the very best bites in DC. Sample everything from craft beer and pizza to delicious pastries and freshly baked bread. As we swagger down the road, tasting the city as we go, your local guide fills you in on all the juiciest historic gossip from H Street and beyond.

Tastes of H Street Highlights

• Stroll past some of DC's most historic venues and unique cultural sites
• Get a glimpse into DC's immigrant heritage and learn about the contribution that migrants have made to the development of Washington over the years
• Sample some all-American tasty treats
• Visit one of the capital's hippest neighborhoods and check out its buzzing foodie scene
• Discover Washington DC with a local guide by your side

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide, food and drink samples, and a craft beer tasting. Food and drink options may vary on each DC food tour, depending on what is in season and what is available.

  Exclusions

Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Ending point: Corner of 3rd St and H St NE.

Duration: 3 hours

Meeting point: Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC. On the east side of the entrance hall at Union Station, under the clock.

Starting time: 10.00 AM

  Full Itinerary

After we have filled you up with some of the best food in the city, don't forget to ask your local guide for more hints and tips on how to get the most from your stay in Washington DC.

You've seen the major sites in Washington DC — the Capitol Building, the Smithsonian Museums, and the thought-provoking memorials — but did you ever wonder about the people who built this great city? Join us on a foodie tour of H Street, the neighborhood that housed the builders and artisans who built the city and made it come to life.

After introducing ourselves at the meeting point, we kick off the tour with a delicious snack from a local grocery store and a sip of a very special drink that has helped the beverage industry in DC skyrocket in recent years.

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of six. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

We continue to make a loop around the H Street Corridor, visiting restaurants, markets, churches, and historic sites. Our foodie stops vary depending on what is available that day but we can promise a culinary rollercoaster ride that may include freshly baked local bread, popular sweet treats from an outstanding local bakery (like mom used to make!), and a slice of the capital's best pizza.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, food and drink samples, craft beer tasting. Food and drink options may vary on each tour, depending on what is in season and what is available.

Along the way, hear some amazing stories about the people who used to live and work in this district, learn how food has played a big part in bringing the community together, and taste for yourself why DC's food scene is enjoying a much-deserved resurgence.

We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do in the 'additional information' box at checkout or by emailing us at info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather, as much of the tour takes place outdoors.

Monuments by Night
from $56

Experience a whole different side of Washington, DC during our Monuments By Night tour! Climb into our all-electric Red Roadsters and tour the National Mall in style while enjoying the moonlit magic of the monuments, White House, and Capitol Hill!

Monuments by Night Highlights

• Receive a comprehensive overview of the National Mall and monuments
• Enjoy the stunning views of Washington DC at night
• Feel like royalty while cruising in our all-electric Red Roasters
• Pick the brains of a local for tips and tricks to further enjoy the city

  Inclusions

Transportation in an all-electric seven-passenger vehicle with an experienced, local English-speaking tour guide

  Exclusions

Food, drinks, souvenirs, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Meeting point: 12th & Independence Ave., SW, Washington DC (Smithsonian Metro Stop) at the base of the Department of Agriculture Building

Duration: 2 hours

Ending point: 12th & Independence Ave., SW, Washington DC (Smithsonian Metro Stop)

Starting time: 8.00 PM

  Full Itinerary

Total DC Tour: American Art & DC Unveiled
from $86

Discover the history behind Washington DC's National Mall on board our all-electric Red Roadster before enjoying a quirky tour of one of the most historic buildings and museums in the city: the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery.

Total DC Tour: American Art & DC Unveiled Highlights

• Feel like royalty as you're escorted 'round the city in our all-electric Red Roadsters
• Hear the interesting and sometimes scandalous stories of famous (and not so famous) Americans
• Explore the world-famous National Mall with a local guide
• See the Washington Monument and the Jefferson and Lincoln memorials
• Experience two great tours in one afternoon
• Explore the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide, and transportation in an all-electric seven-passenger Red Roadster vehicle

  Exclusions

Additional food and drink, shopping and souvenirs, and tips and gratuities for your guide

  Schedule

Duration: 5 hours

Ending point: The National Portrait Gallery & Smithsonian American Art Museum, 800 G St NW, Washington, D.C. 20001.

Starting time: 2.00 PM

Meeting point: L'Enfant Metro Stop. Meet at the corner of 7th St. & Maryland Ave. SW (also known as C St., Maryland Ave. comes C St. on the other side of 7th St.).

  Full Itinerary

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of six. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

We'll use the prism of American art to view the unique story of this country and talk about its origins, its awkward adolescent period, and the past century where it has truly come into its own.

Visit the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum to learn about important American artists and some of the unsung heroes in our country's story. We're going to talk about a local janitor's 14-year masterpiece, which was found by chance in his garage, discuss the American dream, check out the original Singer sewing machine, and learn about the power players throughout US history.

Join us for an unconventional tour of one of our favorite museums in Washington DC. Everyone knows American television shows, movies, music, and fashion but let's celebrate one of the oldest, yet under-appreciated, forms of American culture: Art.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Before you go, don't forget to ask your guide for more hints and tips on what else there is to see, do and eat during your stay in wonderful Washington DC.

Historic Tastes of Georgetown
from $89

From sweet to savory, to locally sourced and all things artisan, this Georgetown food tour reveals where to find the best locally-produced bites in a neighbourhood that's gone corporate. As you taste your way through one of the most historic areas in DC your local guide will regale you with tales of the neighbourhood, how it has changed through the years, and where it will go in the future.

Historic Tastes of Georgetown Highlights

• Taste the cupcakes that put Georgetown on the international food stage
• Learn about the highs and lows, successes and scandals of the neighbourhood synonymous with high society in DC
• Discover Washington, DC with a local guide by your side
• Sample a local craft brew
• Walk in the steps of celebrities, spies, and presidents
• Get a walking tour of the most historic neighbourhood in our nation's capital

  Inclusions

Locals, English-speaking guide, food, and drink tastings

  Exclusions

Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

  Full Itinerary

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather.

After we have enjoyed food and fun, your local guide will be there to answer questions and make recommendations, whether you are in town for one more day or another week, to help you make the most from your stay in Washington DC.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

We will start our journey walking along the C&O Canal while you decide for yourself which is truly DC's best cupcake. Our stroll through the colorful colonial streets will be filled with some of the spy stories, scandals, and infamous murders that happened in DC's most historic neighborhood. As we reach the main street, we will stop and learn more about the city's oldest residence, which stands frozen in time, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the capital's best high-end and boutique shops and eateries. From there we will make our way to see the booth where JFK proposed to Jackie Onassis while we savor a local DC brew at the oldest family owned restaurant in Washington DC.

We continue to make our way back down to the waterfront visiting restaurants for savory and sweet treats. Our foodie stops vary depending on what is available that day, but we can promise a mouthwatering adventure that includes Austrian specialties, locally sourced ingredients, and fresh bakes so beautiful you might have to pause to take a photo before you dig in. Walk with us in the present, as we explore the past and future of the capital's historic district, and taste for yourself why Washington DC bustling food scene is known to be an international smorgasboard.

Join us in exploring the neighborhood synonymous with high society in DC! Known for its gorgeous waterfront, Washington D.C.'s Georgetown neighborhood is more than meets the eye. We welcome you to sip and savor the culinary prowess this neighborhood has to offer, as you enthral yourself in the history that played an important part of the creation and rise of the nation's capital.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Inclusions: Locals, English-speaking guide, food, and drink tastings

Child Policy: Children and adults under the age of 21 are not permitted on the tour.

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

If you or anyone in your party has any food or beverage allergies or other dietary restrictions please let us know at checkout.

Smithsonian American Art Adventure
from $40

Join us for a quirky tour of one of the most historic (and underrated) buildings and museums in Washington DC. Dive into American history through art while your local guide regales you with amazing tales of the power players who shaped the country all while taking in one of the world's largest collections of art.

Smithsonian American Art Adventure Highlights

• Explore the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum, one of the largest art museums in the world
• Admire the evolution of American Art through the years
• Hear the fascinating and sometimes scandalous stories of famous (and not so famous) Americans
• Check out the works of some of America's most influential artists and some you've never heard of

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide.

  Exclusions

Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Starting time: 5.00 PM

Meeting point: Smithsonian American Art Museum. 800 G St NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. We'll meet at the lobby of the F Street entrance.

Ending point: Smithsonian American Art Museum.

Duration: 2 hours

  Full Itinerary

We'll use the prism of American art to view the unique story of this country and talk about its origins, its awkward adolescent period, and the past century where it has truly come into its own.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

Before you go, don't forget to ask your guide for more hints and tips on what else there is to see, do and eat during your stay in wonderful Washington DC.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.

Visit the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum to learn about important American artists and some of the unsung heroes in our country's story. We're going to talk about a local janitor's 14-year masterpiece, which was found by chance in his garage, discuss the American dream, check out the original Singer sewing machine, and learn about the power players throughout US history.

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of six. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Join us for an unconventional tour of one of our favourite museums in Washington DC. Everyone knows American television shows, movies, music, and fashion but let's celebrate one of the oldest, yet under-appreciated, forms of American culture: Art.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably

DC Craft Beer Tour
from $95

Since the founding of the city beer has been an integral part of Washington, DC. Join one of our local guides to learn the part beer has played in history while sipping on pints in one of DC's most international neighborhoods.

DC Craft Beer Tour Highlights

• Stroll the historic streets of Dupont Circle and discover how this neighborhood became known for its famed Embassy Row
• Gaze at the historic Heurich House, former home of the greatest brewer in DC's history
• Visit some of Dupont Circle's most famous beer bars, from the past and present
• Learn about the history of beer in the United States and Washington DC
• Sample a variety of beers from local craft breweries and classic international brands

  Inclusions

Locals, English-speaking guide, food, and craft beer tastings

  Exclusions

Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

  Full Itinerary

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

Child Policy: Children and adults under the age of 21 are not permitted on the tour.

Don't be a square - meet us at the Dupont Circle Fountain as we begin our journey into history…and beer! We'll tell you how Dupont Circle - the traffic loop and neighborhood - emerged from farmland in the late 1800's. This long-time locale for millionaires and socialites has transformed into the diplomatic epicenter of the District, so we'll stroll along Embassy Row and see examples of the stately homes those titans of industry left behind.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

We'll toast to a fantastic discussion of history and beer as we wind things down at our final stop. We'll escort guests back to the nearest Metro station and bid farewell…or stick around for another beer if the party continues.

The good times couldn't last forever - Prohibition saw to that - so we'll examine the decline in American beer as told through the closure of Heurich's brewery. It would be years before beer would rebound - especially here in DC - but we'll end this story on a positive note by discussing the DC breweries who've revitalized the local beer community.

Inclusions: Locals, English-speaking guide, food, and craft beer tastings

If you or anyone in your party has any food or beverage allergies or other dietary restrictions please let us know at checkout.

After we've whet our whistles on the brews of today, we'll pay homage to trailblazer of DC beer: Christian Heurich. His home, Heurich House aka The Brewmaster's Castle, will provide the perfect backdrop as we discuss the influence of German brewers during the 19th century and how they revolutionized the American approach to beer.

While discussing how Barack Obama participated in the American craft beer renaissance and carried on a legacy of presidents who loved pints we'll be making our way to one of the most historic beer bars in the city to enjoy our first sample!

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Bringing our story back to the modern day you'll enjoy sampling beers at some of our other well-known local beer destinations. Dupont Circle is home to multiple bars that are paving the way for modern craft beer, both from the United States and the District itself. We'll chat about how beer styles have evolved over time and how American palates have changed. No matter the stop, pizza or other finger food will also be served to satisfy our hungry drinkers.

Total DC Tour: American Art & Monuments by Night
from $86

Enjoy a quirky and unconventional tour of one of the most historic buildings and museums in DC, the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery, before heading out to join our small group tour of the culture-rich National Mall on board our all-electric Red Roadster.

Total DC Tour: American Art & Monuments by Night Highlights

• Explore the National Portrait Gallery & Smithsonian American Art Museum
• Feel like royalty and enjoy luxury transportation around the city in our all-electric Red Roadsters
• Enjoy two great DC tours in one great combo
• Hear the interesting and sometimes scandalous stories of famous (and some not so famous) Americans
• Discover Washington DC's world famous National Mall with a local guide by your side

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide, transportation in an all-electric seven-passenger Red Roadster vehicle

  Exclusions

Additional food and drink, souvenirs, and tips and gratuities for your guide

  Schedule

Ending point: Smithsonian Metro stop, 12th and Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC.

Meeting point: The National Portrait Gallery & Smithsonian American Art Museum, 800 G St NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. We'll meet at the lobby of the F Street entrance.

Starting time: 5.00 PM

Duration: 5 hours

  Full Itinerary

Ready to take on a city full of history and art? We've combined two of our most amazing Washington DC tours (Smithsonian American Art Adventure and Monuments by Night) into one fun-filled evening. First, you head into the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery where we teach you about important American artists and some of the unsung heroes in our country's story.

You also have the opportunity to hop out and explore on your own at the FDR, MLK, and Lincoln memorials. Finally, feast your eyes on the White House before heading to your next adventure.

Dress standard: Dress appropriately for the season and weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes as much of the tour is outside.

Our guides take you back to the city's origins and give you some tips for exploring the city on your own. We work our way through the Smithsonian area, discussing the best exhibits in each. Then, we breeze past the Washington Monument, the Jefferson Memorial, and around the tidal basin.

We talk about a local janitor's 14-year masterpiece, which was found by chance in his garage, we discuss the American dream, check out the original Singer sewing machine, and get to know the key figures and power players of US history.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, transportation in an all-electric seven-passenger Red Roadster vehicle

Closure of sites: Peaceful demonstrations, a mainstay of life in Washington, DC, may slightly alter our route, but they also add to the enrichment of the experience.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Exclusions: Additional food and drink, souvenirs, and tips and gratuities for your guide

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of four and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of four are permitted to join this tour free of charge, but please note they will be required to sit on a parent's or guardian's lap due to limited space in the Red Roadster. Please inform us at the time of booking if you're bringing a child under the age of four. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Next, skip the crowded sidewalks and slide into our all-electric Red Roadsters to be guided around our beautifully lit nation's capital at night.

DC Craft Cocktail Tour
from $50

This delicious tour takes you to the center of Washington DC's craft cocktail scene as we visit some of the best bars in the city. Along the way, we sample delicious libations, swap tales of speakeasies and rum-runners, learn how to make craft cocktails, and discover some of the best hidden places to grab a drink in our nation's capital.

DC Craft Cocktail Tour Highlights

• Learn how prohibition shaped DC, and discover the speakeasies and rum-runners who influenced the city's cocktail culture
• Observe the craft cocktail-making process and pick up some tips on how to make your perfect tipple
• Find the best hidden spots to grab a drink in the Penn Quarter and Chinatown
• Taste delicious craft cocktails at some of Washington DC's best bars

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide, first cocktail, and light snacks.

  Exclusions

Additional food and drink, bottles of spirits, souvenirs, and tips and gratuities for the guide.

  Schedule

Starting time: 7.30 PM

Duration: 2.5 hours

Meeting point: Indiana Plaza, in front of the Temperance Fountain. 678 Indiana Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004.

Ending point: Dirty Habit, 555 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20004.

You must bring government-issued photo ID as proof of age. Passports and/or driver's licenses are acceptable.

  Full Itinerary

Exclusions: Additional food and drink, bottles of spirits, souvenirs, and tips and gratuities for the guide.

Cocktails have been a major part of DC culture since the very beginning — George Washington even owned the largest distillery in the country! Join us as we explore the history of prohibition and cocktails in DC and learn how alcohol helped shape this country.

Your DC cocktail tour starts in Indiana Plaza, the site of the famous Temperance Fountain gifted to DC to show support for Prohibition. From there, we take you to visit three of DC's best cocktail bars where we sample drinks, meet the people behind the bars, and learn how their craft cocktails are made.

Child Policy: Children and adults under the age of 21 are not permitted on the tour.

Dress standard: Dress should be appropriate for a night out. Please avoid wearing shorts, baseball hats, t-shirts, or flip-flop (thong) sandals.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, first cocktail, and light snacks.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

We take you underground to a classic DC speakeasy, to the penthouse for a breathtaking view of the city, and everywhere in-between.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Along the way, uncover how cocktails have played a massive part in DC's history, learn how Prohibition shaped the city, and discover the local distilling movement that's returning. By the time you're done, you'll never look at cocktails in quite the same way.

Total DC Tour: DC Unveiled & Music History
from $86

Join our small group tour of the National Mall on board our all-electric Red Roadster — perfect for covering the huge area and many monuments in DC! Next, join us as we travel through time and explore US history with a musical twist as we take you through the Smithsonian American History Museum.

Total DC Tour: DC Unveiled & Music History Highlights

• Feel like royalty in our all-electric Red Roadsters
• Discover Washington DC's National Mall and monuments with a local guide by your side
• Engage with museum exhibits through games and interactive activities
• Learn about the origins and the stories behind some of America's best-known songs and musicians
• Experience two great DC tours in one fantastic day

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide, and transportation in an all-electric seven-passenger Red Roadster vehicle.

  Exclusions

Food and drinks, souvenirs, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Starting time: 10.00 AM

Meeting point: L'Enfant Metro stop. We'll meet at the corner of 7th St. and Maryland Ave. SW (also known as C St., Maryland Ave. becomes C St. on the other side of 7th St.).

Duration: 5 hours

Ending point: South lobby of the American History Museum, 1300 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560.

  Full Itinerary

Finally, we take you past the famous White House before bringing you to the Smithsonian Museum of American History for the second leg of your journey through history.

Your local guide helps you boogie your way through American history starting with the Star-Spangled Banner and the origins of the National Anthem before dancing you past some of the world's most famous jazz, soul, salsa, and R&B tunes. Explore the importance of music and the hidden messages in songs that were used in political movements and times of struggle and you may discover that you've accidentally transmitted a secret code every time you've whistled your favorite tune.

Finally, you end your American history journey by discovering how past rhythms and beats have made their way into nightclubs, bars, and onto the radio with the invention of electronic music equipment. As an added bonus — we give you a chance to make a beat of your own! Who knows, maybe you're America's next top DJ!

Closure of sites: Peaceful demonstrations, a mainstay of life in Washington, may slightly alter routes, but they also add to the enrichment of the experience!

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of four and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of four are permitted to join this tour free of charge, but please note they will be required to sit on a parent or guardian's lap due to limited space in the Red Roadster. Please inform us at the time of booking if you're bringing a child under the age of four. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Ready to take on a fun-filled day on the National Mall? This total DC history tour combines two of our favourite tour experiences (Washington DC Unveiled and Museum of American History Through Music) into one exciting adventure.

First, skip the crowded National Mall sidewalks and slide into our all-electric Red Roadsters to be guided around by a local. We take you back to the city's origins as we work our way to the beautiful Capitol Building and through the Smithsonian area. Next, we breeze past the Washington Monument, Tidal Basin, and the Jefferson Memorial before stopping at the FDR, MLK, and Lincoln memorials so you can hop out and explore on your own.

Dress standard: Please dress appropriately for the season and weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes as much of the tour is outside.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, and transportation in an all-electric seven-passenger Red Roadster vehicle.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Tastes of Adams Morgan
from $89

From American BBQ and cocktails to international cuisine set against the backdrop of diversity and activism, visit one the most engaging and fun neighbourhood in Washington DC.

Tastes of Adams Morgan Highlights

• Engage with locals whose personalities have shaped Adams Morgan
• Sample cuisines from 6 different continents
• Discover a Washington DC neighbourhood with a local guide by your side
• Explore the past, present, and future of Washington DC as you stroll through one of the most diverse neighbourhoods in the city.

  Inclusions

Locals, English-speaking guide, food, and drink tastings

  Exclusions

Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

  Full Itinerary

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of six. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Discover the delicious locally owned shops and restaurants of Adams Morgan and discover how these institutions have shaped the neighbourhood. Built around Columbia Road and 18th Street NW, the neighbourhood features a vibrant mix of small shops, local hangouts, and even a Michelin Star Restaurant. On this Adams Morgan food tour, you will find out how the neighbourhood has shifted through the years and with a local guide by your side you will discover just what it is that makes it so special.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

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From Latin American to Middle Eastern, North American to European and ending with a delicious, buttery sweet treat we have created a tour revolving around neighbourhood favorites in one of the most diverse and exciting areas of Washington, DC. Come hungry and enjoy eating, drinking, and exploring Adams Morgan with a true local by your side.

Throughout the tour we will visit both small neighbourhood haunts and DC famous locations to experience the diversity that put Adams Morgan on the map. We will eat around the world while diving into the history of the area, activism, and the entrepreneurial spirit that abounds in the city.

Inclusions: Locals, English-speaking guide, food, and drink tastings

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather.

Total DC Tour: Art & Cocktails
from $95

Discover the history behind Washington DC's National Mall on board our all-electric Red Roadster before enjoying a quirky tour of one of the most historic buildings and museums in the city: the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery.

Total DC Tour: Art & Cocktails Highlights

• Enjoy a night out on the town in the nation's capital
• Taste delicious craft cocktails at some of Washington DC's best bars
• Explore the National Portrait Gallery & Smithsonian American Art Museum with a local guide
• Learn how prohibition shaped DC and discover the speakeasies and rum-runners who influenced the city's cocktail culture
• See the evolution of American art through the years
• Experience two great Washington, DC tours in one combo package

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide, first cocktail, and light snacks.

  Exclusions

Additional food and drink, bottles of spirits, souvenirs, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Ending point: Dirty Habit, 555 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20004.

Starting time: 5.00 PM

Meeting point: The National Portrait Gallery & Smithsonian American Art Museum: 800 G St NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. The lobby of the F Street entrance.

Duration: 5 hours

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Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Exclusions: Additional food and drink, bottles of spirits, souvenirs, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

This combo tour merges two awesome Washington DC tours into one amazing night out! Experience our Smithsonian American Art Adventure and DC Craft Cocktail Tour in one fun-filled night. Spend your evening learning about American history through art and cocktail tasting at some of DC's best and hidden bars.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

Child Policy: Children and adults under the age of 21 are not permitted on the DC art and cocktails tour.

Next, we head to downtown DC and make our way to a few fabulous speakeasies and hidden bars. Along the way you learn about how Prohibition helped shape DC, meet the people behind the bars, and discover how craft cocktail culture has evolved.

Dress standard: Dress should be appropriate for a night out. Please avoid wearing shorts, baseball hats, t-shirts, or flip-flop (thong) sandals.

Your tour starts in the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery where we take you on an interactive journey through American history. Discover incredible, unknown DC artists and famous American icons immortalized and experience some of our biggest moments in history so far.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, first cocktail, and light snacks.

Politics & Pints Capitol Hill Tour
from $30

Get a taste for DC's political scene and beer scene on the Politics & Pints Capitol Hill Tour! This DC walking tour meanders through the historic Cap Hill neighborhood as we discuss America's political founding, current policies, an engage in a friendly democratic debate! We then stop in a favorite bar for a drink.

Politics & Pints Capitol Hill Tour Highlights

• Engage in some friendly debate on American politics and issues
• Grab a drink in the oldest commercial district in the city
• Learn about the U.S. government and its frequently controversial politicians and policies
• Discover the origins of the nation's capital
• Wander through the beautiful, historic Capitol Hill neighborhood and discover local shops and restaurants

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide.

  Exclusions

Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Ending point: Molly Malones, 713 8th St SE, Washington, DC

Starting time: 3.00 PM

Duration: 2 hours

Meeting point: In front of the Capitol Building at the corner of First St NE and East Capitol St NE

  Full Itinerary

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.

During our journey, we pass by and discuss some of the most historic places of Capitol Hill, including the Eastern Market, the Old Navy Hospital, and the Marine Core Barracks. Find out where all the movers and shakers meet outside the office, and uncover the changes the neighborhood and city have undergone. You'll be fascinated by the how you can see the origins of the city in the Capitol Hill neighborhood.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point.  Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Your Washington, DC tour begins at the heart of the city, the U.S. Capitol Building. Here, you discover the origins of the city, the inner workings of the American government, and some incredible stories about U.S. politics as you stand right in front of the building that started it all. Discuss the development of the city as you gaze upon the Capitol, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress.

Dress standard: Please dress comfortably and appropriate for the weather, as much of the tour takes place outside.

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing any children under six years of age. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Next, we wander up one of the most historic streets in the city while engaging in a lively political discussion and debate, all led by your guide. Opinions welcome, but keep it friendly!

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

Smithsonian American History Museum Through Music
from $30

Join us as we travel through time and explore US history with a musical twist! Learn about the origins and controversies of America's national anthem, discover the evolution of spiritual music into blues, jazz, rock n' roll, hip-hop, and R&B, and live out your dream of becoming a hip-hop DJ by learning a funky beat, all with your local guide by your side!

Smithsonian American History Museum Through Music Highlights

• Explore one of America's favorite museums, the Smithsonian, with a local by your side
• Discover artifacts and objects that belonged to some of the most famous people in American history
• Engage with the museum exhibits through games and interactive activities
• Learn the origins and stories behind some of the USA's best-known songs and musicians

  Inclusions

Local English-speaking guide.

  Exclusions

Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

  Schedule

Meeting point: 1300 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560. We'll meet at the south entrance of the museum underneath the American flag.

Starting time: 1.00 PM

Duration: 2 hours

Ending point: 1300 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560.

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Finally, you end your tour between the '90s and the present-day, where you discover how past rhythms and beats made their way into nightclubs and bars with the invention of electronic music equipment. As a bonus, we give you a chance to make a beat of your own — who knows, you could be America's next top DJ!

Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select 'child' above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you'll be bringing a child under the age of six. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Next, you and your guide boogie over to the African-American history and culture gallery exhibit and the museum's 'Many Voices, One Nation' exhibit where you see the vibrant, bedazzled, and downright wild outfits worn by dance legends and Broadway stars as well as the musical instruments that produced some of the world's most famous jazz, soul, salsa, and R&B tunes. Explore the importance of music and the hidden (and sometimes not so well hidden) messages in songs that were used in political movements and times of struggle, and you may discover that you've been accidentally transmitting a code every time you whistle your favorite tune!

Dress standard: Please wear comfortable shoes for walking.

Your DC tour begins at one of the museum's highlights, the Star-Spangled Banner exhibit. Here, you discover the origins of the national anthem, the war that started it all, and even hear a few different versions of the song. You also have the chance to see the original flag — Old Glory in all her glory.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure, you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700 Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com

The United States is a country of rich culture and history, and there are few better ways to learn about it than the Smithsonian Museum of American History. But as amazing as this museum is, we know that everything is more fun when you add a little rhythm, so that's what this tour is all about! Our guides walk you through the museum's exhibits and the many musical artifacts it holds, discussing music's relevance to the incredible historical events and phenomena that inspired some of the best-known melodies in America today.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, and tips/gratuities for your guide.

New York Times Journeys - Washington Insiders Tour
from $120

Tour snapshot Get a sneaky peek behind the scenes in Washington DC on a tour specially curated by the experts at The New York Times and Urban Adventures.

New York Times Journeys - Washington Insiders Tour Highlights

• Taste a delicious treat at a dining spot popular with local military personnel
• Stroll through the most historic neighborhood in the city and shop like a local
• Get an inside look at where some politicos and stars of Washington call home when they're off the clock
• Enjoy a locally brewed beer and hobnob with Washington's Very Important People at one of the oldest watering holes in the city

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Get a sneaky peek behind the scenes in Washington DC on a tour specially curated by the experts at The New York Times and Urban Adventures. Take home a unique souvenir from the Library of Congress, drink in the same bars as some of DC's most famous politicians (past and present) and taste some of the best food and drink in the city. Learning about politics has never been so much fun!

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New York Times Exclusives:

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