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15 Best Smithsonian & DC Museum Tours

The museum tours: Natural History, Air and Space and the Archives’ founding documents, with guides who route around the queues. Free museums still cost time; these spend it well.

1.Best of DC Plus US Capitol and National Archives Reserved Entry

Discover Washington DC's top sites with reserved Capitol entry, expert guides, and scenic views, all in one comprehensive day tour designed for convenience and depth.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Nick was a great tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable. Made the tour enjoyable. His insight was interesting.”

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3.Washington DC: Museum of the Bible General Admission

Discover the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC, with early access, engaging exhibits, and artifacts spanning 3,500 years—perfect for history and faith enthusiasts alike.

★ 4.8

“Super fascinating. It's not just a bunch of Bibles on display either; there are a lot of interactive exhibits and videos that will hold your interest. You'll get good historical context as to how the Bible was viewed and used over the centuries and learn…”

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5.African American History Tour with Museum of African American History Ticket

Discover Washington DC’s African American history on a 3.5-hour small-group tour, visiting key landmarks and ending at the National Museum of African American History & Culture.

★ 4.5

“We toured the city with tidbits from.our tour operator, but also met other guides at the Douglass home and African American Military Memorial who embellished and added to the experience.”

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6.Skip-the-line National Archives Building Exclusive Guided Tour

Discover the National Archives in Washington DC with a private, skip-the-line guided tour. See original founding documents and enjoy expert insights.

★ 5.0

“Meghan was amazing with our little girls! She was able to keep a 7 & 9 year olds attention the entire time! That in itself is an achievement! Very engaging and informative! Would recommend to anyone that wants to learn a little bit about these…”

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7.DC Cherry Blossom Tour with Optional Guided Entry into 3 museums

Explore Washington DC’s iconic landmarks, memorials, and museums on this 9-10 hour guided tour, with options to visit key sites and museums at your own pace.

★ 4.5

“This was really fun! Saw all the main attractions and monuments. I will say there is a bit more walking than I expected so if walking is an issue, just be sure to take breaks.”

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8.Washington, DC: African American History Tour & Museum Entry

Explore African American history in Washington, DC, with a guided bus tour, landmarks, and reserved museum entry for an insightful, balanced experience.

★ 4.9

“An excellent morning spent on the African American tour with tour guide Dre who was super knowledgeable but with the right sense of cynicism to the history of DC and the US. A morning well spent and an afternoon putting it all into context at…”

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10.Smithsonian Museum of American History Exclusive Guided Tour

Experience the Smithsonian American History Museum with a private guide. Highlights, personalized attention, and flexible timing make this tour ideal for short visits.

★ 5.0

“Meghan was great: informative, funny and personable. She tailored our tour to what we requested and had not already seen. Thank you!”

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11.Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

Discover the Museum of the Bible in Washington D.C. with this detailed review. Learn about exhibits, interactive experiences, and tips for an enriching visit.

★ 4.5

“It was wonderful and beautiful! There’s so much to seeing so much to learn! We cannot wait to come back!”

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12.The Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum Exclusive Guided Tour

Discover the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum with a guided tour that offers insider stories, highlights like moon rocks and historic aircraft, and a personalized experience for space enthusiasts.

★ 5.0

“Air and Space Museum Tour Review with Rebecca If you’re planning a visit to the Air and Space Museum, make sure you take the guided tour — and if you’re lucky enough to have Rebecca as your guide, you’re in for a phenomenal experience. From…”

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13.#1 National Archives Tour | Satisfaction Guaranteed! | 6ppl Max

Discover the secrets of American history with this small-group tour of the National Archives, highlighting iconic documents and stories beyond the guidebooks.

★ 5.0

“We learned so much more than we would have if we did this by ourselves. The guide was great and very knowledgeable.”

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14.#1 Smithsonian Museum of Natural History | Satisfaction Guarantee

Discover Washington DC's Natural History Museum with a guided small-group tour. See the Hope Diamond, ancient mummies, and more in an intimate setting.

★ 5.0

“Our tour guide, Amanda, was amazing. We so appreciated her expertise. She pay particular attention to our grandson. We had a great time.”

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15.The National Gallery of Art DC – Exclusive Guided Museum Tour

Discover the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC with a private guided tour. See masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and da Vinci in an engaging, personalized experience.

★ 5.0

“Stephen was great! Very knowledgeable and engaging with the children in the group. Best way to enjoy a museum in my opinion.”

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More Smithsonian & DC Museum Tours

4.1Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Guided Tour2 hours$75 4.6Washington DC: Walking Tour and African American Museum3 hours$80 5.0#1 Smithsonian National Air & Space Tour | Satisfaction Guarantee2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$89.67 5.0#1 Smithsonian American History Museum | Satisfaction Guaranteed!2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$89.67 5.0National Archives Skip-The-Line Tour with Optional Museum Add-On1 hour (approx.)$59.00 4.6Washington DC: National Archives and US Capitol Guided Tour$53 4.8DC: Smithsonian Highlights Walking Tour with Air and Space3 hours$79 4.8Smithsonian Air & Space Museum Guided Tour 8ppl Max2.5 hours$95 5.0National Archives Skip-the-Line Guided Tour1 hour (approx.)$59.00 5.0#1 National Archives + American History Museum Guided Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15 4.9National Archives Skip the Line Tour Semi-Private 6ppl Max2 hours$111 5.0Smithsonian Natural History + Air & Space Museum – Exclusive Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15 5.0#1 Smithsonian Natural History + Air & Space Guided Museum Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15 4.7Washington DC: African American History Museum Private Tour2 hours$350 4.5Two Smithsonian Museums Private Tour: American & Natural History3 hours (approx.)$185.00 4.5Skip the Line National Archives and US Capitol Tour$53.00 4.5Washington DC: Bus Tour with US Capitol and Archives Access8 hours - 510 minutes$129 5.0National Archives + American History Museum Exclusive Guided Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15 4.7DC: Skip the Line National Archives & Optional Museum Add-On$49 4.7DC: National Archives Skip-the-Line Semi-Private Tour1 hour$59 4.9Smithsonian Natural History Museum Tour Semi-Private 8ppl2.5 hours$95 4.5DC Walking Tour with Reserved Ticket for the African American Museum2 hours (approx.)$80.00 5.0#1 Smithsonian Natural History + American History Museum Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15 5.0#1 National Archives + National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$166.15