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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
(73) • 1K+ booked
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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
Tours • From Washington DC

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
Tours • From Washington DC

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
Tours • From Washington DC

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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€ 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
Hotel Arlington
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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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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 the United States peaks in February, about 123% above a typical month, while September is much quieter, 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 $242 Cheapest $99
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activity prices typically fall to around USD 99 in September, roughly 59% below the July typical of USD 242; September’s lower prices also coincide with the quieter demand seen on 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, so you can be fairly flexible when planning; still, during February’s peak demand it’s safer to reserve sooner rather than later. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Arlington

General info
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    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 1.10USD

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Arlington

What to do in Arlington year-round

Arlington’s busiest bookings are for Tours, and Klook booking data shows demand peaks in February with strong activity across late spring and early summer. The city suits travellers who want guided experiences and organized outings through the year, with quieter pockets in late summer and early autumn. Use Tours as your starting point when planning—whether you prefer indoor storytelling or outdoor routes, Tours dominate visitor choice. Decide whether you want peak-season buzz or quieter discovery: plan for February and the late-spring peaks for atmosphere, or target September for a much calmer visit, according to Klook booking data.

Best months to visit Arlington

Demand on Klook is highest in February (the peak month) and drops to its lowest in September, while prices reach their high in July and fall to their low in September. The busiest months offer atmosphere and many guided options, but if you want lower typical prices and fewer crowds, aim for September when both demand and median prices are smaller; July feels lively but is also typically around USD 242 on Klook. Choose lower-cost, quieter months or lively peak-season months based on whether price or ambience matters more to you.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Busier than usual USD 134
February Peak demand USD 133
March Busier than usual USD 133
April Busier than usual USD 133
May Peak demand USD 133
June Peak demand USD 133
July About average USD 242
August Very quiet USD 155
September Very quiet USD 99
October Quieter than usual USD 134
November Busier than usual USD 142
December Very quiet USD 133

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 travelers from the United States

Most travelers here book about 8 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking up to 24 days out, so treat Arlington as a short-planning destination where a week’s lead time is common. Because February and late-spring are peak booking months, locking in must-do Tours earlier helps during those busy periods. Last-minute options exist—sometimes as late as 1 day before—but availability and choice narrow in peak months. Use Klook to compare Tours and secure your preferred time slots: flexible travelers can wait a few days, while anyone visiting in peak months should book sooner on Klook to avoid missing popular departures.

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