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Explore the Nation’s Capital
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Wed Apr 16 2025

Continuing what ATD did last year in New Orleans, ATD25 attendees will have the opportunity to tour Washington, DC, while they have a bit of free time during the conference this May.
ATD is partnering with USA Guided Tours, Big Bus DC, Mangia DC Food Tours, Monument at Night, and Neighborhood Food Tour in Georgetown to offer both tours of the area to see local sites and scenery and the opportunity to network with other ATD25 attendees. In-person attendees can register themselves for tours.
USA Guided Tours’ award-winning Washington, DC, tours take visitors to landmarks throughout the city with experienced local tour guides. USA Guided tours has also offered complimentary hotel pick-up from select conference hotels. Discover DC’s must-see sights with their expert tour guides, and make the most of your visit with engaging, informative, and comfortable tours designed to fit into your schedule. Attendees can choose from six tours, including seeing monuments and Old Town. Save 10 percent using the promo code ATD10.
Big Bus DC is offering ATD25 attendees a 15 percent discount when they register through their link. The Big Bus tour includes open-top buses, pre-recorded commentary, and a free mobile app to enhance your experience. Big Bus DC is offering one-, two-, and three-day hop-on/hop off tour packages, and a two-hour Sunset tour. Get the most out of your DC stay and tour at your own pace with a Washington, DC Essential or Explore package and receive a two- or three-day ticket and bike rental offer.
Monuments at Night offers a three and a half-hour night cruise through the nation’s capital. Your guide will narrate live. The tour costs $69 per person and begins at 7:30 p.m.
Neighborhood Food Tour takes attendees on a food tour through Georgetown, where you’ll learn the history of local eateries, and enjoy food and drinks. The tour costs $89 per person for four portions.
Each tour will instruct you when and where to meet your selected tour group.