Available in 6+ cities · 100% private · Custom itineraries
Washington DC will always be home, but our guides don’t stop at the Beltway.
DC by Foot arranges fully private, custom walking tours in some of America’s most storied cities, as well as London, England. Whether you are planning a family trip, a corporate outing, or a special occasion with friends, we’ll design an experience built entirely around your group and your interests.
Every Beyond DC by Foot tour is 100% private. You will never share your guide with strangers. Your itinerary, your pace, your story.
Where We Go
We currently offer private tours in the following cities. Each tour is crafted to your group’s interests, schedule, and goals. Contact us to start planning.
New York City
Few cities carry as much history as New York. From the colonial streets of Lower Manhattan to the literary blocks of the West Village, our private NYC tours go well beyond the tourist surface. Your guide will lead you through the neighborhoods, stories, and turning points that shaped the city and the nation.
Charleston
Charleston is one of the most beautifully preserved cities in America, and one of the most complex. Our private Charleston tours explore antebellum architecture, Gullah Geechee culture, the port that shaped the slave trade, and the stunning beauty of the Low Country streets. It is a city that rewards the curious and the thoughtful.
Philadelphia
The city where America was argued into existence is best explored on foot with a guide who knows the alleyways as well as the history books. Our private Philadelphia tours bring the founding era to life in the streets where it actually happened, from Independence Hall to the neighborhoods that have defined American democracy for centuries.
Annapolis, Maryland
Just forty minutes from Washington, Annapolis punches far above its size when it comes to American history. As the first peacetime capital of the United States, the city where the Treaty of Paris was ratified, and home to the oldest statehouse still in continuous legislative use in the country, Annapolis rewards anyone willing to slow down and look closely. Our private tours explore the colonial streets, the maritime heritage of the Chesapeake, and the stories of the enslaved and free Black communities whose history is inseparable from the city’s own.
Chicago
Chicago is a city built on reinvention. From the Great Fire to the architecture that rose from its ashes, from the jazz halls of Bronzeville to the political machines of City Hall, our private Chicago tours dig into the layers of a city that has never stopped remaking itself. Your guide will take you beyond the Magnificent Mile and into the real Chicago.
London, England
For American travelers heading across the Atlantic, our London private tours offer a natural extension of the history you love at home. The connections between the American story and the streets of London are deeper than most people realize. Your guide will walk you through the city that shaped the colonies, the revolution, and so much of what became the United States.
Who We Serve
Beyond DC by Foot tours are designed for groups of any size and any purpose. We work with:
Families and individuals who want a personalized experience rather than a crowded group tour. You set the pace, the focus, and the mood.
Corporate and professional groups looking for a meaningful team outing, a client experience, or a conference add-on that goes beyond the usual dinner and reception.
Youth and civic organizations including scouts, clubs, and community groups seeking an educational and engaging city experience tailored to their members.
School and student groups planning an educational trip with curriculum connections and age-appropriate storytelling. School groups can learn more and book through our dedicated educational tour platform at EducaTours by Foot.
How It Works
Every Beyond DC by Foot tour begins with a conversation. Tell us your city, your dates, the size of your group, and what you want to experience. We’ll work with you to design a custom itinerary and connect you with an expert local guide who knows the city the way our DC guides know Washington.
Use the booking tool below to get started. We’ll follow up to confirm your details and begin building your experience.
Your City. Your Story. Your Guide.
DC by Foot has spent more than fifteen years helping people fall in love with Washington. We bring that same commitment to expertise, storytelling, and personalized service to every city we serve. Wherever you are headed, we would love to be part of your trip.
Planning a school or student group trip? Visit EducaTours by Foot for curriculum-connected educational tour experiences.