Tour activities in Washington, DC
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Tourmobile
Tourmobile’s primary tour runs around the National Mall, Capitol, White House and out to Arlington National Cemetery. You can hop off and reboard free at any of its 40 stops, which is nice for those who aren’t able to walk long distances. Tourmobile also does separate tours of Arlington National Cemetery (adult/child $7.50/3.75), Mount Vernon ($32/16) and some black heritage sites ($7/3.50). A twilight tour, See Washington by Night ($20/10), is offered in season – mid-June through Labor Day (first Monday in September).
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City Segway Tours
In case you don’t know, Segways are essentially electronic two-wheeled scooters that move about by intuitive control (which basically means just about anyone can operate one). You may look a little ridiculous, but this is a great way of covering ground, getting a street view and never breaking a sweat. The City Segway tour takes in the major sites on the Mall and in Downtown, and is reliably considered one of the better operators in the District.
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B
DC Ducks
In a classic case of defense conversion, amphibious land/water vehicles carry tourists on a waddle around the city streets and float along the Potomac. The 90-minute tour departs from Union Station and features visits to the Mall and monuments, as well as the corniest jokes available.
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C
Bike the Sites
Knowledgeable guides lead tours of DC’s major landmarks, as well as offering more specialized options, such as tours over and under Washington bridges or to Civil War sites. Additional tours vary with the season. The price includes bikes and all necessary equipment.
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