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Washington DC Day Tour
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Tours • From New York

Washington DC Day Tour

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English guided
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4.4 / 5
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€ 135.19
Washington DC and Philadelphia Day Tour from New York
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Washington DC and Philadelphia Day Tour from New York

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English guided
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4.5 / 5
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€ 157.75
Washington DC Guided Tour
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Washington DC Guided Tour

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English guided
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4.6 / 5
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€ 130.39
4-Day Niagara Falls & U.S. Capitol Tour from New York City
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4-Day Niagara Falls & U.S. Capitol Tour from New York City

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Small group
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4.2 / 5
(5) • 1K+ booked
€ 945.25
Washington D.C. One-Day Guided City Tour
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Tours • From New York

Washington D.C. One-Day Guided City Tour

English guided
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50+ booked
€ 117.05
2D1N Philadelphia, Amish Country & Washington DC Tour from New York
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2D1N Philadelphia, Amish Country & Washington DC Tour from New York

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English guided
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4.6 / 5
(5) • 200+ booked
€ 485.09
Washington D.C. Iconic Landmarks and Memorials Tour
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Washington D.C. Iconic Landmarks and Memorials Tour

English guided
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5.0 / 5
(2)
€ 145.00
Washington DC Night Memorials Walking Tour with Skyline View
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Washington DC Night Memorials Walking Tour with Skyline View

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English guided
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€ 56.33
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Washington DC Morning Bus & City Sightseeing Tour
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Washington DC Morning Bus & City Sightseeing Tour

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English guided
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€ 61.55
Washington DC Night Sightseeing Tour With National Mall & Monuments
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Washington DC Night Sightseeing Tour With National Mall & Monuments

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English guided
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€ 71.99
Potomac River Cruise & City Bus Half-Day Tour
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Potomac River Cruise & City Bus Half-Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
€ 92.85
Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guard
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Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guard

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English guided
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€ 65.74
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Hotels in Arlington

Holiday Inn National Airport/Crystal City by IHG
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Holiday Inn National Airport/Crystal City by IHG

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4.1 / 5
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€ 124.40
Comfort Inn Ballston
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Comfort Inn Ballston

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4.3 / 5
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€ 103.84
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
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Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

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4.2 / 5
(3.6K)
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€ 91.14
Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn
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Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn

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4.3 / 5
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€ 111.67
Hilton Garden Inn Arlington/Courthouse Plaza
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Hilton Garden Inn Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

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4.4 / 5
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€ 117.68
Placemakr Marymount Ballston
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Placemakr Marymount Ballston

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4.6 / 5
(925)
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€ 87.39
Econo Lodge Metro
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Econo Lodge Metro

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4.1 / 5
(1.1K)
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€ 73.67
Beautiful Apt in the Heart of Pentagon
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Beautiful Apt in the Heart of Pentagon

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€ 293.39
Arlington Gem Stylish Apt with Pool
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Arlington Gem Stylish Apt with Pool

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€ 290.35
The Hotel Arlington
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The Hotel Arlington

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4.4 / 5
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€ 97.84
Metro-Friendly DC Apartments
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Metro-Friendly DC Apartments

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€ 376.17
Heart of DC Area Apartments
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Heart of DC Area Apartments

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€ 280.08

Reviews of Arlington activities

Daniel ******
2026-07-11 11:42:34
Fantastic 5.0
Tour was a quick way to catch a glimpse of DC from NY. The departure was timely, ride was safe and Bryan was a fantastic guide throughout. He kept us informed, entertained and comfy. I would give 6 stars if I could! The timing can be a bit tight and early, but you will live :)
Roy ***********
2026-09-28 04:08:02
Fantastic 5.0
Had an amazing time exploring Washington, DC and Philadelphia! The tour was a great way to see two historic cities in a short amount of time. From the iconic landmarks and monuments in DC to the historic streets and sites of Philadelphia, every stop was worth it. The itinerary was well-organized, the experience was smooth, and it was definitely a convenient way to explore both cities without having to plan everything on my own. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the East Coast, especially first-time travelers!
Klook User
2026-08-01 05:22:22
Fantastic 5.0
Thank you so so much to our tour guide David and our driver Mario, for making our first trip to dc a meaningful and memorable experience ever. Thank you both for being very smiley at all times and also keeping a positive vibes all throughout. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting USA first time.
Zubin ******
2026-08-03 21:13:57
Fantastic 5.0
5 stars to our tour guide Nick who was very friendly as well as informative and nicely explained in detail the significance of the places and monuments in and around Washington DC area. The overall Tour duration of 3 hours was also quite nicely structured to cover all the important areas in and around DC. Its a must visit for anyone to experience the epicentre of the most powerful democracy in the world.

Arlington at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Arlington?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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Avg 100Avg
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128
Jan
Busiest 223
Feb
112
Mar
120
Apr
144
May
156
Jun
92
Jul
36
Aug
Quietest 32
Sep
76
Oct
112
Nov
48
Dec

Demand from travellers from Malaysia peaks in February at roughly +123% vs a typical month, while September is much quieter at roughly 68% below a typical month — book early for February and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in September. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Arlington cheapest?

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Priciest RM981 Cheapest RM401
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activity prices typically fall to around MYR 401 in September, roughly 59% below the July high, so visiting in September often brings lower costs; this lines up with the quieter demand seen in the demand chart. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

1 daysLast-minute
8 daysTypical
24 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 8 days ahead, which gives flexibility for spontaneous plans; however, during the February peak you’ll still want to consider booking earlier than that. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Arlington

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 1.10USD

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Arlington

What Arlington is known for

Arlington attracts visitors mainly for day tours and guided experiences, with Tours leading booking volume on Klook. The city's demand cycles through the year: Klook booking data shows clear seasonal peaks in February and sustained busier months through late spring, while September and surrounding months are much quieter. That means planning your trip around activity availability matters — choose whether you want lively peak-season energy or quieter off‑peak ease. Klook booking data suggests Tours are the easiest way to lock in structured activities that fit those seasonal swings.

Best time to visit Arlington

February stands out as the busiest month and September is the quietest, according to Klook booking data — expect the peak atmosphere in February and much lighter crowds in September. Prices move differently: median prices peak in July and fall to their lowest in September, so July is pricier even though demand is only about average then, while September pairs low demand with the lowest typical prices. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for September; for peak-season atmosphere choose February or the busier spring months.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Busier than usual MYR 543
February Peak demand MYR 539
March Busier than usual MYR 539
April Busier than usual MYR 539
May Peak demand MYR 539
June Peak demand MYR 539
July About average MYR 981
August Very quiet MYR 629
September Very quiet MYR 401
October Quieter than usual MYR 543
November Busier than usual MYR 576
December Very quiet MYR 539

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from Malaysia

Most travellers booking Arlington plan about 8 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking around 24 days out, based on Klook booking data. That means a little planning helps: travellers here typically lock things in about a week in advance, and it's wise to book earlier for February and other peak months. Be flexible if you travel in September when crowds and prices are lower. Use Klook to compare tour options and secure your preferred date — booking a few days ahead usually keeps choices open while still giving peace of mind.

FAQs about Arlington

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