Historic America — Local services in Washington

I have lived in DC for almost 20 years. I’ve spent plenty of time sightseeing with friends and family over that time and consider myself pretty up to the task to show people around. When my sister and her husband were coming to visit I decided to reach out to Historic America because I knew they offered a wide range of options, but went in thinking the tour would mostly be enjoyable to the out-of-towners. I was blown away by how much fun we all had and how much I still don’t know about this city and monuments. Aaron was a consummate professional and expertly wove humor, knowledge, and reverence throughout the tour. My guests walked away thinking I had rolled out the red carpet. Honestly, I will book more tours even just for my family going forward. It’s well worth it. If you have a group coming to town you will not regret booking a tour with Historic...

I have had the pleasure of experiencing 2 tours with Historic America, and both were fantastic! Aaron is a smart, engaging guide with a vast knowledge of history and a passion for his craft. He is a master story teller, and goes above and beyond to provide a rich and immersive experience. Living in Washington, it is easy to become complacent about the history that surrounds you, but Aaron is able to bring the city to life, crafting an experience that connects you with the history of the place but is also personal and intimate. I’d recommend his tour to anyone visiting Washington looking for an enriching gateway not just to the city, but to our...

When I was planning our family trip to Washington DC, I researched tour guides. I interviewed five and picked Aaron. He accompanied us for 2 half days visiting the sites we had identified as important. He customized his approach and content for our group, our ages, and our interests. He never ran out of content and his delivery was warm, engaging, and so interesting. He shares information through telling stories and his level of knowledge is astounding. Our time with him thoroughly enriched our trip and I could not recommend him any more highly than I am. He is a 10 and will exceed your...