This post is about visiting the National Archives in Washington, DC, how to plan your visit, and what there is to see. It's more than just the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. Do you need tickets to visit the National Archives? Tickets are not required for visitors to the National […]
Washington DC is a fun and family-friendly city to visit this summer. There are plenty of fun and free things to do all around the city, and this is your guide to enjoying the best of DC this summer. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN DC IN SUMMER This is a Top 10 list of […]
This post covers the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, otherwise known as the Air and Space Museum located at Dulles International Airport.In addition to providing information about the museum, we’ll also explain how to get there, when to visit, and exhibits you might want to see while you’re there. Overview Along with a variety of different […]
Embassy Row is where you can find many of the embassies in Washington DC. These beautiful mansions now house diplomatic missions and with proper planning can be visited by the public. There are more than 175 Embassies in Washington, DC. Some of the largest and most beautiful can be found along Embassy Row. We'll help […]
Renting a bike is a great way to get around the Metro DC area, experience scenic routes and good trails, and see top attractions without breaking the bank or sitting in traffic. There are a number of bike rental companies in DC, but the cheapest and most convenient way to travel in comfort is through […]
This post covers the top things to do in June in Washington, DC updated for 2024, including nighttime activities, free things to do, and family-friendly options. Be sure to read our master post on things to do in DC for even more ideas. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share […]
This list of our favorite things to do in May in Washington DC, updated for 2024. It includes free, nighttime, and family-friendly things to do. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales through some of the links below at no cost to you. See the full text. Where possible […]
This post details the 4 best Segway tours in Washington, DC, including ticket prices, rules, as well as what to expect on one of these outings updated for 2024! Disclosure: We think you should consider our name your own price tours, but we have also provided other options. While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may […]
Join our Washington DC guides as they bring the tragic story of Lincoln's Assassination, 155 years after that fateful day in American history. The best way to learn about Lincoln's Assassination is to take our Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour in Washington DC. Get a gift certificate! We will be following the footsteps of key players […]
We are proud to offer our newest, affordable sightseeing option - AUDIO TOURS. Can't make one of our guided tours? No problem, we have recorded some of our best tour guides giving their tours and put them on a GPS enabled app. We have partnered with Atlantis Audio Tours to provide you with a […]
Professional Tour Guides in Washington DC share the true and sometimes scandalous stories from history, DC travel tips and hacks, hidden gems, and hilarious stories of what we've heard on tours. Becca Grawl HOST & LEAD RESEARCHER Becca is a native Texan whose annual childhood treks to D.C. resulted in a lifelong love of our […]
Join us as we explore the historic treasures of DC’s U Street corridor. Once known as “Black Broadway,” this neighborhood remains a trove of the capital's black American history, from the Civil War through the Jazz Age to the race riots of the ‘60s and beyond. Don't forget to tag us on social media @freetoursbyfoot […]
DC isn’t just home to federal buildings, incredible free museums, and memorials to our history. Our city also has an impressive collection of historic homes, many of which are open to the public. Check out some of our favorites! Follow us on Instagram and watch our Reels about our visits to some of the historic […]
According to historians, brunch has been part of the American dining experience since the 1930s but it’s truly exploded in the dining scenes of the 21st century. D.C. is a city that loves brunch and we’ve rounded out a few of our favorite options. 1. Founding Farmers Beignets made to order, farmhouse waffles and fried […]
If our Historic Georgetown or Ghosts of Georgetown walking tours don't fit into your schedule, or if you're interested in learning more about a particular theme in Georgetown history, we've developed a few self-guided tours of Georgetown! Any of these tours are available as a guided private tour option! If you'd like a guide to […]
Georgetown is an instagram hotspot - just check out our feed! But this is a list of our top Instagrammable sites in Georgetown with some of the history behind it. #tourguidelife 1. Julia Child's House In 1948, Julia and Paul Child, who met while working for the O.S.S. (whose head also lived in Georgetown), purchased […]
