Tour guide in Washington DC William H.

Washington Dc, United States

English

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Since May 30, 2023

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I'm William H., your private tour guide in Washington Dc

Guide #53413

4.8 (10)

I am a Washingtonian, born and bred, and I mean that literally. I am a descendant of the enslaved at Mount Vernon. Tracing my roots back eight generations to Mount Vernon. As a young boy walking on Capitol Hill, I remember the Tour Guides guiding the out-of-towners about the city. Most were then ladies with white gloves and umbrellas. I didn't think much of the white gloves, but that's a bygone era and what women of culture wore. I remember thinking, what a fantastic job to have, showing folks about the monuments, the Memorials, and the Halls of Congress. After 30 years of working as a government attorney dealing with labor law, retirement allowed me to seriously pursue tour guiding. I earned an undergraduate degree in English Literature and Education from Fisk University (Nashville, Tennessee) and a law degree from Howard University. After 30 years of working as a government attorney dealing with labor law, retirement allowed me to seriously pursue tour guiding. I am also a copywriter promoting bleisure travel, food, and wine. And a fiction author of a legal thriller and mystery series. As a storyteller, my tours include anecdotes packed with historical facts. No matter your particular interest, I can help you plan the perfect DC tour. My guiding experience includes being a step-on guide for student buses during the busy Spring high season. These tours usually include Mount Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery, the National Mall monuments, and memorials. I provide Smithsonian Museum tours, including the National Gallery of Art and the Museum of African American History and Culture, and treks through historic neighborhoods. I make every tour special - blending in-depth information, local insight, illuminating stories, and chocked with discoveries. I bring enthusiasm and expertise with the hope of creating a memorable one-of-a-kind tour experience. District of Columbia Licensed Tour Guide Member of the Washington Guild of Professional Tour Guides Received Training from the Guide Services of Washington Willing to make transportation arrangements. I can accompany you in your vehicle, or I can arrange for a separate car and driver. Visitors are advised to consider the cost of parking using the subway system Visitors will also incur the cost of parking.

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  • Ellen S.
    May 2026

    It was a great tour to see the monuments.

  • Anna Marie S.
    March 2026

    William made sure we had a most memorable trip to Washington DC.

  • Claus H.
    October 2025

    Fantastic tour 👍. Our guide William gave lively and informative explanations about the various memorials.

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    Thank you so much for your thoughtful message. It was a pleasure guiding your students again. I was impressed by their curiosity, engagement and thoughtful questions. They showed a deeper appreciation for American hisotry and culture than many of the U.S. students. Their enthusiasm made the experience both enjoyable and rewarding. Don't hesitate to reach out the next...

  • Mark F.
    May 2025

    This was a great tour. We appreciate the information provided by William. We put together a 3 day custom tour which was perfect for our needs. I would highly recommend any tour by William.