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3 hours
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Join us on this uniquely DC true-crime night tour. Learn the stories and the drama surrounding events that made this city shine amongst the shadows of American history. With the help of our buses, we can cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time while still getting up close and personal. Learn the history of infamous moments at the places where they happened: we'll see the iconic Watergate Hotel and enjoy the stunning rooftop terrace of the Kennedy Center, two reminders of the most headline-making moments in the American 20th century; we'll visit locations great for social media and photos like the plaza outside the Capitol and supreme court at night, the National Mall where we'll learn the wild history of the Smithsonian. This tour is an excellent option for travelers looking for a fun spin on a sightseeing tour and want a little more from Washington's scandalous stories.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
In-person English Guide
Bottled water
Gratuities
Ford's Theatre
We stop here for a picture and history on the country's most infamous assassination.
FBI Headquarters
Visit the historic building of the FBI building and learn the drama behind J Edgard Hoover and his relationships with other contemporaries like MLK Jr and RFK.
43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Heather B,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
A different type of fun for DC! If you like drama and the juicy gossip of what really happened behind the scenes- this tour will be fun. Derek the tour guide was entertaining and really knowledgeable. Recommend 10/10.
Thommosovich,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Derek and Curtis did a great job getting us around. Derek was entertaining as well as informative. Good humour, timing and awareness of the group.
sarahfA8427PK,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Nice combo of walking and riding in the bus. I liked the small group size. Great tour guide and driver. Informative stories
Danielle I,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
A great alternative to see DC outside of the usual monument tours. Great twist with the DC scandals and True Crime stories. Sam was a wonderful storyteller and driver Curtis was first rate!! We had a wonderful time.
Debbie S,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
Derek was wonderful, fun and seemed knowledgeable. Weather was perfect. Driver was always on time! Water bottles were a plus!
Kaleen C,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
Great experience!!! Guide and driver had a great relationship. Guide was supper knowledgeable, funny and knew how to engage the group I think his name was Derek and the driver was Lenny. I feel like I learned a lot and had a blast.
annasS1036ZR,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had Derek as our tour guide. He was hilarious and witty! I am so glad we went on this tour because we learned so much and had such an amazing time with an amazing guide!!
Pauline T,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was way too long and not very interesting. The tour guide was terrible. He talked way too much and dragged the stories on way too long. The tours was supposed to be 3 hours it was 3 1/2 hours. This tour could have been done in 1 hour. As for the tour guide he used words that were inappropriate in mixed company. Also he had to point out a RAT in a garage can. This was the worst tour we have never been on. We should be getting a refund. Your tour company represents our country to visiting people all over the world. Very sad representation of our country.
Maryse W,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was a bit boring and long! Lasted 3.5 hours! There is more walking than I thought. Guide & driver were nice but guide rambled on a bit.
Anne C,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had a great time! Lenny and Derek were so much fun, and incredibly informed. I am at least 30 years their senior and they knew everything I knew and more! Definitely make this one of your must-dos if you visit DC!
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