Highlight monumental moments in the nation's capital with these exclusive and entertaining experiences.
Day 1: Arrival and DC Welcome
Evening: Rooftop Welcome Reception
Once guests have arrived, checked in to their hotel and are greeted by a welcome note and local gift, gather on a rooftop terrace overlooking the city.
Serve DC’s iconic cocktail – the Gin Rickey – and a light dinner with monumental views. Enhance the evening with a live Go-Go band and custom cocktails on a rooftop terrace.
End the evening with a “Monuments by Moonlight” tour for guests who want to stretch their legs and enjoy the iconic DC sights, lit up in all their glory. No long lectures, just great storytelling and scenic views.
Day 2: Best of Both Worlds
Morning: Halls of Power Tour
Engage a private tour guide with Fiat Luxe Tours or Washington Walks for an exclusive, behind the scenes look at the heartbeat of the U.S. government.
Stops can include:
• U.S. Capitol
• Library of Congress
• Supreme Court
Afternoon: Smithsonian Museum Free Time
Book a private dining room for guests to try local chef Jose Andres’ iconic eats at Oyamel or Jaleo.
Next, enjoy the incredible Smithsonian Museums that dot the National Mall. Guests can personalize their experience with Museum Hack VIP Tours and choose the museum that suits them best, exploring on their own, or, in small groups.
Additional popular options outside of the Smithsonian Museums include:
• The People's House
• National Archives Museum
• National Gallery of Art
Evening: Sports Game
After a day of exploring, it’s time to root for the home team in a private suite. Depending on the season, guests can enjoy one of the many professional sports teams in the city from soccer at Audi Field and hockey or basketball in Capital One Arena to baseball at Nationals Park.
Consider providing guests with a tour of the stadium, personalized jersey or video board welcome to further elevate the experience.
Day 3: Living Like a Local
Morning: Nature Break
Start the morning off right in the great outdoors, enjoying one of DC’s 697 parks and green spaces while connecting with colleagues through wellness-focused and team-building experience. Options range from forest bathing to giving back to the community with a park cleanup.
Visit:
• Rock Creek Park: 1,700 -acre green oasis surrounding Rock Creek – visitors can enjoy horseback riding, golfing, tennis, hiking, cycling and picnicking
• Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens: This 1950’s estate, built by Marjorie Merriweather Post, features 13 acres of stunningly landscaped gardens. Enjoy the gardens with a guided tour, or a Guided Forest Bathing Walk.
• Dumbarton Oaks: Built on the highest point in Georgetown, Dumbarton Oaks stands on nearly 40 acres of landscaped gardens. Explore the gardens at leisure or enjoy one of their seasonal activations.
Afternoon: Georgetown Lunch Hour
After the morning nature break, enjoy a casual lunch in the oldest neighborhood, Georgetown. Take your meal along the water at Nick's Riverside Grille or try Martin's Tavern – a restaurant steeped in history. After lunch, guests can explore the neighborhood’s waterfront, cobblestone streets and boutiques.
- Activity Options:
- Kayaking or paddleboarding on the Potomac River
- Neighborhood Tours:
- Free time for shopping along M Street with a complimentary gift card
Evening: Offsite Dinner
End the night exclusive DC venue, where guests can get a taste of the District’s incredible dining scene.
Explore private group dining options or spend the night at a museum by catering to the National Portrait Gallery, the National Building Musuem or the National Women in the Arts Museum.
Day 4: Farewell & Departure Day
Morning: Mural Tour & Market
Begin the final morning exploring one of DC’s newest up-and-coming neighborhoods, NoMa. Guests can enjoy the unique art and street murals through a private DC Mural Tour. End your tour at Union Market, where you can sample from a wide variety of food vendors and shops.
Afternoon: Farewell Cheers
Wow guests with a farewell cruise on the Potomac and Anacostia rivers with City Cruises.
As guests set to depart, provide private transportation and a personalized note and gift as a reminder of their only-in-DC experience.