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Top 6 nightlife & evening things to do in Washington DC

Washington DC after dark. Jazz bars, food crawls that start at 9 PM, sundowner cruises, and the rooftops worth the climb. Curated for travellers who'd rather their evenings be a story than a queue.

  1. Washington DC monuments and memorials night tour, Washington DC1

    1. Washington DC monuments and memorials night tour

    5.0· 243 reviews· 3 hours

    Three hours by van with a small group—visit Lincoln Memorial, U.S. Capitol, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial, with insights from a local guide and bonus audio experience.

    This tour was truly amazing. Ken was an excellent guide, incredibly knowledgeable and navigated the city expertly. We enjoyed every moment and highly recommend it.Mona M
  2. Washington DC night tour of iconic landmarks, Washington DC2

    2. Washington DC night tour of iconic landmarks

    4.8· 38 reviews· 3 hours

    Two hours walking tour — illuminated sights of the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and more, without daytime crowds, plus next-day entry to the National Air and Space Museum.

    The night tour was an outstanding experience. The guide possessed extensive knowledge about the history of the U.S. and Washington, D.C., enhancing the enjoyment of each landmark we visited. Seeing the iconic attractions illuminated at night, which would have been challenging to reach on foot, was truly wonderful. It was the ideal conclusion to my final day in Washington, D.C. Thank you very much!Odyssey00598221647
  3. Washington D.C. sightseeing tour in vintage Model-T cars, Washington DC3

    3. Washington D.C. sightseeing tour in vintage Model-T cars

    4.8· 436 reviews· 2 hours

    Four hours touring D.C.'s monuments in a vintage Model-T — highlights include the Jefferson Memorial, White House, and Capitol Hill, with insights from your guide.

    Maurice was fantastic! This was a wonderful tour.Dochill4u
  1. Washington DC nighttime tour of monuments by coach, Washington DC4

    4. Washington DC nighttime tour of monuments by coach

    4.6· 5338 reviews· 3 hours

    Three hours by temperature-controlled coach, visiting over 10 stops including the Lincoln and WWII memorials, with views of 20+ additional landmarks.

    A fantastic night tour that showcases all the memorials beautifully illuminated along with the monument and many other iconic sights.Nalini_N
  2. Monuments by moonlight tour in Washington DC by trolley, Washington DC5

    5. Monuments by moonlight tour in Washington DC by trolley

    4.6· 4064 reviews· 2.5 hours

    Two-hour narrated trolley tour through Washington DC's illuminated monuments, with departures from Union Station or the Washington Welcome Center.

    Smiley, our guide, brought a fun and knowledgeable vibe to the tour. It was an excellent way to experience the city, and it was nice to have the opportunity to get off the vehicle and explore some sites on foot.Andrew_W
  3. Potomac River party yacht cruise with open bar, Washington DC6

    6. Potomac River party yacht cruise with open bar

    4.1· 28 reviews· 2 hours

    Two-hour daytime or sunset cruise on the Potomac River with open bar and live DJ, offering panoramic views of D.C.'s iconic monuments.

    The boat ride offered a wonderful experience with outstanding hospitality. The DJ and drinks were very enjoyable. Considering the quality and price of the ride, it’s definitely something you should do.Vergial_D

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