15 Best Washington DC Day Trips In New York City

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From NYC: Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus

/ June 4, 2026

1.From NYC: Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus

A full-day guided DC highlights trip from NYC with comfy AC transport, major monuments, Arlington, Georgetown, and free museum time.

From New York City: Washington and Philadelphia 1-Day Tour

/ June 4, 2026

2.From New York City: Washington and Philadelphia 1-Day Tour

A 15-hour guided day trip from NYC to Washington DC and Philadelphia, with bilingual narration, key landmarks, and Rocky Steps.

★ 4.5

“An excellent trip to see all the iconic locations. Well planned & organised. A very long day, but well worth it!”

2,877 reviewsFrom $104by Amigo Tours USA

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Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC

/ June 4, 2026

3.Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC

One long day from NYC to Washington DC for Arlington JFK, Capitol and White House-area photo stops, Air & Space, and National Mall memorials.

★ 4.5

“This trip is really amazing!! Pack your snacks because the lunch spot will run out of the hot sandwiches leaving you to have to eat what’s left, cold salad and chips.”

2,607 reviews11 to 13 hours (approx.)From $129.00by Empire Vacations

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New York City: Full-Day Washington DC City Highlights Tour

/ June 4, 2026

4.New York City: Full-Day Washington DC City Highlights Tour

Full-day DC highlights from New York: JFK at Arlington, White House and Capitol Hill photos, Air and Space Museum, and war memorials.

★ 4.5

“Great tour and considering the time allowed for such a long day trip the guide and operator managed it brilliantly! Definitely got to see a lot and definitely good value for money!”

2,551 reviewsFrom $149by Amadeo Travel

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Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

/ June 4, 2026

5.Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

One coach day from NYC to Washington DC and Philadelphia, guided in English/Spanish. Monuments, Independence sights, Rocky Steps, and the full-day logistics.

★ 5.0

“Excellent trip! Everything was alright. Ceey well organized. The schedules, the guide attention,. Thank you very much!”

2,109 reviews15 hours (approx.)From $128.52by Amigo Tours USA

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Washington DC Day Tour from New York City

/ June 4, 2026

6.Washington DC Day Tour from New York City

Washington DC day tour from NYC with Wi‑Fi coach, Arlington Cemetery, National Mall memorials, White House photos, and Union Station.

★ 4.5

“Host and drivers where great was a long drive but the whole experience was worth every penny. Please remember to tip drivers and host. Unfortunately I didn't have cash on me and cash is only accepted.”

917 reviewsFrom $125.00by Tour America

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Washington DC Day Trip by Bus from New York City

/ June 4, 2026

7.Washington DC Day Trip by Bus from New York City

A 14-hour bus day trip from NYC to Washington, DC with a live guide, major memorials, Arlington Cemetery, and free Union Station time.

★ 4.7

“Alan is a very friendly person who can tell you so many things and facts about us history. Really a very interesting day.”

600 reviews14 hoursFrom $129by TOUR AMERICA

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2-Day Experiences, New York City, Philadelphia & Amish Country Day Trips, Tour Reviews, Tours, Washington DC Day Trips

NYC: Philadelphia, Washington DC & Amish Country 2-Day Tour

/ June 6, 2026

8.NYC: Philadelphia, Washington DC & Amish Country 2-Day Tour

2-day guided trip from New York with Philadelphia highlights, an Amish buggy ride, then Washington DC monuments and museums.

★ 4.3

“We really enjoyed the information the guide gave us. Furthermore he was very nice and funny. He made us feel really comfortable. The sites we discovered were all we expected to see. The hotel, although a bit far away from shops or town, was correct. The food in the morning was correct too.”

243 reviewsFrom $340by Amadeo Travel

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4-Day Experiences, New York City, Niagara Falls Day Trips, Philadelphia & Amish Country Day Trips, Tour Reviews, Tours, Washington DC Day Trips

NYC: Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC 4-Day Tour

/ June 10, 2026

9.NYC: Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington DC 4-Day Tour

Four days from NYC to Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Amish Lancaster, and Washington DC, with Niagara boat rides and Arlington ceremonies.

★ 4.2

155 reviews4 daysFrom $805by Empire Vacations

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Philadelphia, Washington DC & Amish Country, 2-Days from NYC

/ June 11, 2026

10.Philadelphia, Washington DC & Amish Country, 2-Days from NYC

Two days from NYC to Philadelphia, Amish Country, and Washington DC with guided history, a buggy ride, and an overnight hotel.

★ 4.5

“Great way to see Philadelphia and Washington in 2 days. The tour was good. Our guide Moses was very knowledgeable and friendly. The trip back home a little too long. But that's expected given traffic. My only advice would be to provide water on bus. I've been on many tours all over the world and…”

126 reviews2 days (approx.)From $350.00by Empire Vacations

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