The DC Ducks
Experience the Potomac River on a fun filled Boat with Wheels!
Historic Tours of America
Washington, DC is beautiful in the summer months. The fabulous weather and wide variety of outdoor activities and attractions call visitors to explore the outdoors. From guided sightseeing tours to a relaxing day at the park, you can find just what you're looking in Washington DC.
There's no need to be cooped up in a crowded tour bus to enjoy the sights and sounds of Washington DC. You can enjoy the convenience of a guided tour and still enjoy the weather with the many open-air tours of Washington DC available. The DC Ducks tour is a ninety minute tour that takes you through the city in an open air, amphibious vehicle. This unique vehicle provides you with land views of the city's top attractions, and then makes a big splash in the Potomac River to provide you with views from the water. Some of the sights you will see include Union Station, the National Mall, the Washington Monument, the Smithsonian Institute, and more. The Washington DC Segway Tour is also a popular way to see the city. This tour gives you a brief safety and instruction lesson on how to use your i2 Segway, and then takes you through the streets of town in style on the Segway with a guided tour. As you enjoy the smooth and exciting ride of the Segway, you will pass by such landmarks as the Washington Monument, the Supreme Court, the FBI Headquarters, Ford's Theatre, the White House, and many more. For a more traditional tour of the city, treat yourself to the Bike the Sites Guided Bike Tour of Washington DC. This three hour bike tour covers a total distance of about eight miles, taking you by the Potomac River, the National Mall, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and other sites. These are all great ways to see the sights of the city and enjoy the fresh air and warm weather along the way.
You can also enjoy the great Washington DC weather on your own with a day at the area's many parks. One of the most popular local pars is Anacostia Park. Sitting on 1,200 acres, this park actually contains two parks inside it, the Kenilworth Park and the Aquartic Garden. At Kenilworth Park, you can enjoy a large natural area inhabited by rare plants and a variety of wildlife. Aquatic Gardens boasts recreational areas such as soccer and baseball fields as well as basketball and tennis courts. Anacostia Park also provides water sports on the Anacostia River, as well as an 18-hole golf course, roller skating, and more.
Your family will love spending the day at Six Flags America in Washington DC. This thrill park features exciting rides for all ages, from the Ferris wheel and Great Race Antique Cars to the Batwind and Two-Face roller coasters. You will also find plenty of live entertainment, including regular daily shows and special performances from big name stars. Hurricane Harbor, Six Flag's water park, is also located on-site and provides you with a fun way to cool off with water slides, tube chutes, inner tube rapids rides, a lazy river, and more.
If you're planning a visit over the extended Labor Day weekend, be sure to check out some of the special events taking place in the city. Glen Echo Park is hosting an Art Show and Irish Festivities throughout the holiday weekend, with local artists' work on display, as well as Irish cultural music, dancing, and other events. The Greenbelt Labor Day Festival runs Friday through Monday on the Labor Day weekend, and features carnival rides, a petting zoo, live entertainment, athletic competitions, a Miss Greenbelt pageant, and more. On Sunday evening, September 6, the National Symphony Orchestra is kicking off its fall season with a free concert at the West Lawn of the US Capitol. You can also catch the Olde Towne Gaithersburg Labor Day Parade or the Kensington Labor Day Parade, featuring live high school band performances and others marching in the parades.
With so much to do and see outdoors in Washington DC, you will have a fabulous time exploring the sights and sounds of the area this summer!
