TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
Alexandria Old Town and Mount Vernon Private Tour 5 hr
Top 18% · 5 hrs · 84 reviews
from $1,044
1 provider
Best Day Trips & Excursions in Washington DC
43 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work
We compared 43 day trips & excursions in Washington DC using 6,368 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is Alexandria Old Town and Mount Vernon Private Tour 5 hr (8.0/10). Prices start at $65 and most cost between $125 and $323. A typical one lasts 8 hrs.
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TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
Alexandria Old Town and Mount Vernon Private Tour 5 hr
84 reviews · $1,044 · 5 hrs
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.8 out of 10
Washington DC Mount Vernon Day Trip with River Cruise
Top 20% · 6 hrs 45 min · 106 reviews
from $135
1 provider
TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10
Washington DC Shenandoah National Park Day Tour 9 hr
Top 33% · 9 hrs · 4 reviews
from $459
1 provider
TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10
Washington DC Mount Vernon and Alexandria Private Day Tour 6 hr
Top 36% · 6 hrs · 3 reviews
from $323
1 provider
TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10
Compare at a glance
| # | Tour | Score | Ratings by site | From | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexandria Old Town and Mount Vernon Private Tour 5 hr | TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10 | Viator 4.9★ (84) | $1,044 | 5 hrs |
| 2 | Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York City | TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10 | GetYourGuide 4.9★ (23) | – | – |
| 3 | Washington DC Mount Vernon Day Trip with River Cruise | TourTruth score 7.8 out of 10 | GetYourGuide 4.7★ (106) | $135 | 6 hrs 45 min |
| 4 | Washington D.C. Monticello Day Tour 9 hr | TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10 | Viator 4.6★ (25) · GetYourGuide 4.9★ (24) | $239 | 9 hrs |
| 5 | Washington DC Capitol Hill Bus and Boat Tour 8 hr | TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10 | Viator 4.9★ (14) | $125 | 8 hrs |
| 6 | Washington D.C. City and Mount Vernon Tour 8 hr | TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10 | Viator 4.9★ (11) | $128 | 8 hrs |
| 7 | Washington DC Shenandoah National Park Day Tour 9 hr | TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (4) | $459 | 9 hrs |
| 8 | Washington D.C. Mount Vernon Day-to-Night Tour | TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10 | Viator 4.9★ (10) | $128 | – |
| 9 | Washington DC Mount Vernon and Alexandria Private Day Tour 6 hr | TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (3) | $323 | 6 hrs |
| 10 | Washington, D.C. White House Experience Day Trip 14 hr | TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10 | GetYourGuide 5.0★ (2) | $100 | – |
Questions
What is the best day trips & excursion in Washington DC?
Alexandria Old Town and Mount Vernon Private Tour 5 hr has the highest TourTruth score (8.0/10) of the 43 day trips & excursions in Washington DC we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 84 reviews.
How much do day trips & excursions in Washington DC cost?
Listed prices start at $65; the median is $158, and most cost between $125 and $323. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.
How long are day trips & excursions in Washington DC?
The median listed duration is 8 hrs.
Which day trips & excursion in Washington DC has the most reviews?
Washington DC Capitol and Archives Tour 8 hr 30 min, with 2,568 reviews and a TourTruth score of 5.0/10.
Scores compare each tour's ratings with all others on the same booking site and weight them by review count. How scores work · Same tour, different price on Viator and GetYourGuide