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February 17, 2024
Memorial Day Weekend in DC (2024)

Visiting DC for Memorial Day? This post is about things that are happening for Memorial Day in 2024. Several different events and ceremonies usually commemorate this particular weekend, including a national concert, parade, and motorcycle rally. Memorial Day 2024 is Monday, May 27, 2024. Read our master post on things to do in DC any […]

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February 3, 2024
How to Tour the Supreme Court

This post covers how to attend a U.S. Supreme Court tour as well as courtroom lectures and oral arguments with tips on how to plan your visit and what you might see.   HOW TO GET TO THE SUPREME COURT The Supreme Court Building is located at 1 First Street St NE across the street from […]

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February 3, 2024
Where to See the Declaration of Independence

There are a lot of prints of this historical document out there, but there is only one original copy. Where is the Declaration of Independence? We’ll answer that question and many more about viewing it in this post. As a tour guide in Washington, DC for over a decade, I've taken countless guests to the […]

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January 24, 2024
How to Get US Capitol Building Tour Tickets

This post is about how to get tickets to tour the United States Capitol Building. We also include tips on how to get gallery passes to watch the Senate and the House of Representatives in action as well as tour highlights. Our sister company, VISITDCTours offers a tour that has reserved tickets to tour the […]

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January 23, 2024
National Museum of African-American History and Culture Tickets and Tours

This post is a guide to visiting the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African-American History & Culture (NMAAHC), including information on tickets, tours, how to get there, and what to expect updated and the new ticketing policies. As a tour guide in Washington, DC, for over a decade, I take groups to visit museums every week. […]

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January 14, 2024
Best Washington DC Bike Rentals and Tours (2024)

In the following post, we will provide information about the best bike tours in Washington DC. We will also include details about pedicab tours and potential discounts on these services. This post was updated in February 2024. Disclosure: We think you should consider our free tours, but we have also provided other options. While our […]

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January 2, 2024
The Only Cherry Blossom Festival Guide & Map You Need [2024]

This post covers everything you need to know about the Cherry Blossom Festival for 2024. You'll also find a self-guided Cherry Blossom tour, including how to get there, the best places to view the blossoms and events. Check out our Cherry Blossom Tours for the best way to see the blooms - private tours, self […]

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January 1, 2024
Twilight Tattoo at Fort Myer (2024)

A unique DC experience is to watch the Twilight Tattoo at Fort Myer, where you can watch a military pageant featuring members of the Old Guard and "Pershing's Own" band. This free and family-friendly event is often missed but it is easy to get to and worth the trip over the Potomac River to Virginia. […]

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December 25, 2023
What Currency is Used in South Korea

If you’re planning a trip to Seoul or another popular tourist destination in South Korea, it’ll be important to consider exchanging some of your cash for the local currency. In this post, I'll combine tips and useful information about the type of money used in South Korea to help you understand exchange rates, where to […]

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December 23, 2023
I got to tour the West Wing!

Getting a tour of the West Wing of the White House is perhaps the toughest ticket in Washington, DC, but if you do get one, it’s the Golden Ticket.   Several guides at DC By Foot have toured the West Wing. It is much easier to tour the White House on a public tour or […]

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November 21, 2023
Things to Do in DC on New Years Eve

There are lots of ways to ring in the New Year in Washington DC from New Years Eve events to first day hikes! Where to watch New Years Eve Fireworks in DC? Many people ask, where to watch New Year's Even fireworks in DC? There are no official firework displays in Downtown D.C. or on […]

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November 18, 2023
What is the Currency in Denmark?

This post provides a comprehensive overview of Denmark’s currency, valuable information on exchanging currency, current exchange rates, and the best locations to exchange money. It's important to note that the Danish almost solely pay for purchases electronically and don’t tip. You'll want to think hard about how much cash you’ll actually need on your trip […]

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November 11, 2023
Bureau of Engraving and Printing Tours

This post will tell you all about how to tour the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington, D.C. For years this was a common attraction that I took school groups to visit. They closed to the public in 2020 and only quietly reopened in the fall of 2023. I love the BEP tours and […]

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October 27, 2023
How Safe is Istanbul?

You must have heard that Istanbul is a wonderful city to travel to, but you are wondering how safe is Istanbul for tourists?  While we understand your concern, the truth is that Istanbul is a beautiful, safe city to visit right now, for the most part. And, in our post below, we will provide you […]

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September 23, 2023
How to get to National Harbor from Washington, DC

Even though National is in the name, National Harbor isn't actually in Washington, DC. In fact, it can be a trek to get to and from but there are a few options to get there via public transportation. I think the National Harbor marketing team must be really great because we have a lot of […]

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September 1, 2023
FAQs for DC by Foot Tours

Thanks for booking a tour with us! We're excited to share DC with you. You have already gotten an email or text (paid tours only) from your tour guide with their cell phone number (remember to text them directly and not reply to the automated text for a quicker response). Here are some things to […]

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