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#1DC Hop On-Off Tour + Arlington Cemetery Tour + Water Taxi

Named "Washington's Best Tour" by the Washingtonian Magazine, the Old Town Trolley offers the most comprehensive tour of the Nation's Capitol. Sit ...

Duration 1d+ Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.3 of 5 (154 reviews)
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$49
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DC Hop On-Off Tour + Arlington Cemetery Tour + Water Taxi

#2Washington DC African American Heritage Tour/Ticket to MAAHC

Delve into the African American heritage of the United States and its capital city on this local-led tour of D.C. Visit landmarks like Frederick Douglass' ho...

Duration 4h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.6 of 5 (106 reviews)
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Washington DC African American Heritage Tour/Ticket to MAAHC

#3Best of DC – With Access to US Capitol & National

Explore the halls of our nation’s history and see the memorials that pay tribute to early presidents, fallen soldiers, and inspired citizens. Your all-encomp...

Duration 7h 10m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.5 of 5 (25 reviews)
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$125
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Best of DC – With Access to US Capitol & National

#4DC at Dusk Night Tour

Your tour begins at the US Navy Memorial and loops around the National Mall, stopping at iconic landmarks and powerful tributes to key moments in American hi...

Duration 3h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.7 of 5 (131 reviews)
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$58
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DC at Dusk Night Tour

#5Washington DC National Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour

See the amazing monuments of the nation’s capital lit by the glorious sunset and the spotlights that come on after dark. And do it all from the back of a gre...

Duration 2h 30m Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.6 of 5 (92 reviews)
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Washington DC National Monuments by Moonlight Trolley Tour

#6National Geographic Museum General Admission

Visit: National Geographic Museum, 1145 17th St NW, Washington DC, DC 20036-4707Explore our permanent exhibition: Where and when did exploration get its star...

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#7Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York

Take a day trip out of the city to soak up the history and architecture of another East Coast metropolis—Washington, D.C. Check out the monuments and memoria...

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Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York

#8Magic LED Guided Night Tour 3hr Pick up/Drop off & Earpieces

We add to your experience by using Earpiece technology, snap more pictures while you are listening to your step on storyteller tour guide. LED bracelets, wil...

Duration 3h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.5 of 5 (23 reviews)
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$55
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Magic LED Guided Night Tour 3hr Pick up/Drop off & Earpieces

#9See DC Today - Small Group Moonlight Tour

Discover our Nation’s Capital during this exceptionally comprehensive, 3 - hour, personalized, professionally guided tour. To enhance our tour you will view ...

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4.7 of 5 (9 reviews)
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See DC Today - Small Group Moonlight Tour

#10Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC

Break out of the Big Apple and spend a day cruising around Washington, D.C. on this full-day tour with transportation from Manhattan. Check out memorials ded...

Duration 15h Free Cancellation Free Cancellation
4.7 of 5 (59 reviews)
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Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC

Most Popular Booked Northern Chesapeake Bay Hotels

Price for 1 night 2 adults*

Yours Truly DC $99

Per night/room

Jul 5 - Jul 6

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Yours Truly DC

Yours Truly DC

1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC
     
    5.0
    of 5, from 1 reviews
    4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

    A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 16 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. A coffee shop, a terrace, and a snack bar/deli are also on offer.

    Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C. $88

    Per night/room

    Jul 17 - Jul 18

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    Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C.

    Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C.

    1480 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA
       
      4.5
      of 5, from 20 reviews
      3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

      This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 6 conference rooms, 24-hour business center, and free airport shuttle. WiFi in public areas is free.

      Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza $93

      Per night/room

      Jul 5 - Jul 6

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      Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

      Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

      2401 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA
         
        4.4
        of 5, from 13 reviews
        3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

        This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast each morning.

        InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf $171

        Per night/room

        Aug 2 - Aug 3

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        InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf

        InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf

        801 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC
           
          4.3
          of 5, from 24 reviews
          4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

          This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, a marina, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. Unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges and enjoy perks like a free area shuttle.

          Grand Hyatt Washington $159

          Per night/room

          Jul 10 - Jul 11

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          Grand Hyatt Washington

          Grand Hyatt Washington

          1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC
             
            4.3
            of 5, from 165 reviews
            4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

            This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour fitness center. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. Self parking, a coffee shop, and limo/town car service are also offered.

            Hyatt Place Baltimore Inner Harbor $99

            Per night/room

            Jul 5 - Jul 6

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            Hyatt Place Baltimore Inner Harbor

            Hyatt Place Baltimore Inner Harbor

            511 S Central Ave, Baltimore, MD
               
              4.2
              of 5, from 20 reviews
              3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

              This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. Enjoy the 24-hour fitness center and free on-the-go breakfast each morning.

              Hilton Alexandria Mark Center $80

              Per night/room

              Jul 10 - Jul 11

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              Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

              Hilton Alexandria Mark Center

              5000 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA
                 
                4.1
                of 5, from 150 reviews
                3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                This hotel features 2 bars/lounges and a 24-hour fitness center. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. A restaurant, laundry facilities, and concierge services are also provided.

                The Westin Washington National Harbor $151

                Per night/room

                Jul 10 - Jul 11

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                The Westin Washington National Harbor

                The Westin Washington National Harbor

                171 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD
                   
                  4.1
                  of 5, from 16 reviews
                  4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                  This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. There's a 24-hour fitness center on site, and laundry facilities and concierge services are also offered.

                  Northern Chesapeake Bay Activities

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                  Places To Go In Northern Chesapeake Bay

                  Welcome, traveler, to Northern Chesapeake Bay. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?

                  Things to Do in Northern Chesapeake Bay

                  You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Northern Chesapeake Bay. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.

                  Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Northern Chesapeake Bay? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.

                  Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.

                  When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Northern Chesapeake Bay attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.

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