# DC Design Tours

> DC Design Tours offers architectural and historical tours in Washington, DC, with options to learn more and book online with live availability.

## Activities & Experiences

- [All Tours] (https://dcdesigntours.com/all-tours/) : Overview of DC Design Tours’ offerings, including private and small group walking tours of Washington, DC, and how to book.
- [Anacostia: Architecture East of the River] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/architecture-of-historic-anacostia/) : Guided walking tour of Historic Anacostia, highlighting restored rowhomes, landmarks, arts spaces, and stories east of the river.
- [Arlington Cemetery: Landscape of Remembrance] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/arlington-national-cemetery-tour/) : Walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery focusing on design, symbolism, and key sites like Arlington House and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
- [Capitol Hill: Pillars of Power] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/iconic-capitol-hill-tour/) : Guided walk through Capitol Hill exploring the architecture and history of the U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress, Supreme Court, and Union Station.
- [Cleveland Park in Bloom] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/cleveland-park-in-bloom-tour/) : Seasonal walking tour through Cleveland Park’s cherry-tree-lined streets, Gothic spires, eclectic architecture, and gardens.
- [Cleveland Park: Spires to Streetcars] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/cleveland-park-neighborhood-tour/) : Walking tour of Cleveland Park showcasing historic homes, gardens, and the Washington National Cathedral grounds.
- [Downtown DC Architecture Bike Tour] (https://dcdesigntours.com/downtown-dc-architecture-bike-tour/) : Private guided architecture tour by bike through downtown DC, featuring iconic landmarks and lesser-known sites.
- [Dupont Circle & Embassy Row: Architecture of Ambition] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/dupont-circle-embassy-row-tour/) : Walking tour of Dupont Circle and Embassy Row, highlighting grand architecture and stories of power, prestige, and scandal.
- [Georgetown: Grit to Grandeur] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/historic-georgetown-tour/) : Guided walk through historic Georgetown, tracing its evolution from a colonial port town to a prestigious DC neighborhood.
- [Illuminating Historic Georgetown GLOW Tour] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/georgetown-glow-tour/) : Evening tour in Georgetown combining the neighborhood’s history and architecture with Georgetown GLOW’s outdoor art installations.
- [Museums of the Mall: Designing the Smithsonian] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/museums-of-the-national-mall-tour/) : Walking tour from the Smithsonian Castle toward the Capitol, focusing on how architecture tells the story of the “Nation’s Attic.”
- [Pennsylvania Avenue: Murder Bay to Main Street] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/white-house-pennsylvania-avenue-tour/) : Walking tour along Pennsylvania Avenue from the White House through Federal Triangle, examining history, architecture, and politics.
- [Private Tours] (https://dcdesigntours.com/private-tour/) : Personalized private tours tailored to group interests, schedule, and size, with a focus on architectural and historical experiences.
- [Rock Creek Park: Urban Oasis] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/rock-creek-park-hike/) : Three-hour guided hike in Rock Creek Park, featuring historic mills, Olmsted landscapes, and hidden landmarks.
- [Southwest: Evolution of ‘The Island’] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/southwest-washington/) : Walking tour of Southwest DC, covering colonial homes, mid-century modernism, Brutalist sites, and the area’s turbulent history.
- [The National Mall: Built to Inspire] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/national-mall-monuments-memorials-tour/) : Guided tour of the National Mall’s monuments, memorials, and lesser-known sites, focusing on design, history, and stories.
- [Tidal Basin: Beyond the Blossoms] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/dc-cherry-blossom-tour/) : Cherry blossom–focused walking tour around the Tidal Basin, exploring the memorials’ design, symbolism, and stories.
- [U Street: Building Black Broadway] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/u-street-corridor-tour/) : Walking tour of the U Street corridor, examining its history as “Black Broadway” and its architecture, activism, and community.
- [Washington DC Architecture Cruise: Design on the Water] (https://dcdesigntours.com/architecture-river-cruise/) : Live narrated architecture cruise on the Potomac River, offering a different perspective on DC’s design.
- [16th Street & Adams Morgan: Elegance Meets Edge] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/sixteenth-street-adams-morgan-tour/) : Walking tour through 16th Street and Adams Morgan, highlighting contrasting architecture, history, and culture.

## Booking & Tickets

- [Calendar] (https://dcdesigntours.com/calendar/) : Tour calendar showing available dates for small group and private tours, with schedules open through 2026 and updated regularly.

## Plan Your Visit

- [Driving Tours] (https://dcdesigntours.com/driving-tours/) : Information on private driving tours in Washington, DC, for groups of various sizes, including suggested itineraries and transportation details.
- [Virtual Tours] (https://dcdesigntours.com/virtual-tours/) : Details on real-time virtual tours and live video conferences that explore DC’s landmarks from anywhere.
- [Walking Tours] (https://dcdesigntours.com/walking-tours/) : Overview of weekly small group walking tours, private options, and custom routes, including general tour information.

## Company

- [About Us] (https://dcdesigntours.com/about-us/) : Background on DC Design Tours, its founder, and tour guides, including design-focused experience and guest reviews.
- [Home] (https://dcdesigntours.com/home/) : Main overview page for DC Design Tours, describing architectural and historical walking, driving, private, and virtual tours in Washington, DC.
- [Photos] (https://dcdesigntours.com/photos/) : Photo gallery providing a visual preview of notable DC sights and tour highlights.

## Policies & FAQs

- [FAQ] (https://dcdesigntours.com/faq/) : Frequently asked questions about walking, driving, private, custom, and virtual tours, as well as general questions about visiting Washington, DC.
- [Privacy Policy] (https://dcdesigntours.com/privacy-policy/) : Policy explaining how DC Design Tours handles user data and privacy.

## Contact

- [Contact Us] (https://dcdesigntours.com/contact-us/) : Contact page for questions about private, walking, driving, boat, virtual, or customized tours, and general inquiries about DC.

## Blog & Updates

- [Embassy of Canada] (https://dcdesigntours.com/embassy-of-canada/) : Blog post examining the design of the Embassy of Canada on Pennsylvania Avenue and its architectural significance.
- [Legacy of the Smithsonian] (https://dcdesigntours.com/legacy-of-the-smithsonian/) : Blog post discussing the legacy of the Smithsonian and related architectural and historical themes.
- [Montgomery Meigs: Visionary of Arlington Cemetery] (https://dcdesigntours.com/montgomery-meigs-visionary-of-arlington-cemetery/) : Blog post about Brigadier General Montgomery Meigs and his role in shaping Arlington National Cemetery.
- [National Building Museum] (https://dcdesigntours.com/national-building-museum/) : Blog post from the Design Spotlight series, focusing on the National Building Museum’s design and history.
- [Smithsonian Castle] (https://dcdesigntours.com/smithsonian-castle/) : Design Spotlight blog post exploring the architecture and backstory of the Smithsonian Institution Building.
- [STEM Experiences for Kids in DC] (https://dcdesigntours.com/stem-experiences-for-kids-in-dc/) : Blog post highlighting STEM-focused experiences for kids in DC, including how DC Design Tours supports learning through architecture and design.
- [The Japanese Pagoda] (https://dcdesigntours.com/the-japanese-pagoda/) : Weird Memorials of Washington blog entry about the Japanese Pagoda and its connection to the Cherry Blossom Tidal Basin tour.
- [The Jefferson Pier] (https://dcdesigntours.com/the-jefferson-pier/) : Weird Memorials of Washington blog post examining the Jefferson Pier and its relationship to the National Mall.
- [The Temperance Fountain] (https://dcdesigntours.com/the-temperance-fountain/) : Blog entry about the Washington Temperance Fountain, including its history and appearance on the Pennsylvania Avenue tour.

## Booking Portal

- [Booking Portal] (https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/dcdesigntours/) : A FareHarbor-powered booking portal for DC Design Tours.