Join us for our annual trip to Norfolk to see the moving Virginia International Tattoo Show.  Each year’s show is different with new performers from across the globe, new themes of honor and patriotism, and state of the art technical effects. What never changes - massed pipes and drums, a profound sense of patriotism and an amazingly inspirational finale.

The 2025 show will feature an incredible international cast of more than 800 civilian and military performers from 7 nations. Returning favorites include Norway’s spectacular Band and Drill Team of His Majesty the King’s Guard. The remarkable Massed Pipes and Drums from 4 nations will be joined by the incredible OzScot Australia Highland Dancers. The Tattoo will include an emotional and grateful tribute to the United States Army, Navy, and Marine Corps on the occasion of their 250^th Birthdays. Of course, the Air Force and Coast Guard will be celebrated as well!  With stirring music, historic photos and videos, tributes from U.S. military bands and appearances by special guests, we will remember and celebrate the men and women who have safeguarded freedom not only for the United States but also for the world. Great seats are held just for our group!  Lunch is included en route at everyone’s favorite Wakefield, VA restaurant . . . the Virginia Diner.

Don’t miss this perfect chance to discover charming Alexandria, Virginia, which boast a nationally designated historic district on the Potomac River waterfront.  Just five miles from the nation’s capital, Alexandria bustles with life as locals and travelers stroll streets lined with sidewalk cafes, stylish boutiques, and treasure-filled galleries.  With more than 20 historic sites throughout the city, Alexandria takes pride in preserving its unique history as George Washington’s hometown.  First on the agenda is a Guided Tour (part riding and part walking).   You’ll see many of Old Town’s significant landmarks and little-known sites.  Learn the early history of Alexandria and discover what a popular place it has become to visit and live.  During the tour you’ll visit historic Christ Church, where Robert E. Lee was confirmed, and George Washington was on the vestry.

Enjoy lunch with a water view at the popular Chart House Restaurant, overlooking the Potomac River, followed by time to explore and shop. You’ll find so many unique boutique shops – or you may choose to find a bench along the water to enjoy all the boating activities. Don’t forgot to visit the unique Torpedo Factory Art Center, housed in a 100-year-old converted munitions plant.  It is home to the nation’s largest collection of working artists in their open studios all under one roof!  A guided tour is scheduled at one of Alexandria’s historic homes, the Carlyle House, a Georgian manor house build in 1753. Here, five royal governors met to discuss funding of the French and Indian War. Its story parallels the early history of Alexandria, colonial Virginia, and America.

No where in the world can you find a museum like the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C. This impressive museum holds the largest collection of international espionage artifacts on public display as well as first-person accounts from top intelligence officers. Through historical photographs, interactive displays and videos, the permanent collections trace the complete history of espionage from the Ancient Greeks to the American Revolution to the Cold War.  After an orientation by a guide, you will have several hours to explore on your own and don’t forget to leave time of their great gift shop!

Your “Spy themed” day actually begins north of Washington with a visit to the National Cryptologic Museum, which is the National Security Agency’s gateway to educate the public about the role of cryptology in shaping history. Cryptology is the science of secure communications – creating messages with hidden meaning where codes are needed to solve them.  The NCM collects, preserves, and showcases unique cryptologic artifacts and shares the stories of the people, technology, and methods that have defined cryptologic history.  Enjoy a 90-minute guided tour of the museum. After your morning tour, travel to D.C. for a delicious plated lunch at The Point DC. The afternoon will be spent at the International Spy Museum.

Scout and her brother, Jem, live with their widowed father, lawyer Atticus Finch, in a sleepy Alabama town during the Great Depression. It’s a simpler time, the children play outside, act out stories and muse about their mysterious neighbor, Boo Radley. The facade of the seemingly peaceful town begins to crack when a young black man is accused of a terrible crime. This timeless story explores prejudice, compassion and the courage to do what is right. It is based on the Pulitzer Prize winning 1960 novel that was also turned into a movie classic starring Gregory Peck.

 This matinee is performed at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts with, as always, great seats as well as a Three-course, Plated Lunch before the matinee begins.

The National Zoological Park, commonly known as the National Zoo, is one of the oldest zoos in the U.S. and is also part of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C.   There is a good chance you saw this heartwarming story on the National news, but in January of this year, after nearly a year without Giant Pandas, the Zoo is welcoming two brand-new arrivals – Bao Li and Qing Bao! These cute and cuddly icons are sure to capture the hearts of Washingtonians and visitors worldwide, embodying the spirit of cultural collaboration and international diplomacy at the heart of the nation's capital.

Our interest in Panadas originates with First Lady Patricia Nixon’s mention of her fondness for the cute creatures while at a dinner with Chinese Premier Zhou Entai in Beijing in February 1972. After the historic presidential visit, Premier Entai gifted two giant pandas to the American people as a gesture of goodwill.  While the pandas are a major attraction, they are just two of the 1,500-plus animals that call the 163-acre Zoo their home.  25% of the zoo’s residents are endangered.  So put on your walking shoes and come join SignaTours as we enjoy a day of “cuteness” at the National Zoo!   Lunch voucher will be included during your visit.

Norfolk’s 49^th Annual Harborfest is the largest, longest-running Maritime Festival in the Nation!  It’s also one of SignaTours most popular summer tours.  The Harborfest celebrates nautical history through a host of events that begin with the incredible . . .  Parade of Sails.  The name says it all as “Tall Ships” from all over the world join a regatta of pleasure boats sailing down the Elizabeth River into downtown Norfolk.  Witness this premier event aboard the Victory Rover. This ideal sightseeing boat features an enclosed first deck and open-air but covered top deck. Your excellent captain will narrate and entertain you during this three-hour morning cruise.

A buffet lunch is then included at a popular Norfolk Waterside restaurant, Blue Moon.  New this year is an afternoon guided tour of the Norfolk Naval Station! We will board their minibuses for a one-hour tour of the world’s largest Naval installation that include the 1907 Jamestown Exposition, Chambers Field Station, the impressive fleet of ships. What an exciting way to welcome the summer season!  Please Note: A Government issued photo ID will be required for the Naval Station Tour.  Additional security information, required by the Naval Station, will be collected at time of reservation.

Join us for this new tour to Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay! Travel takes us past Annapolis, over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge onto Kent Island, the largest Island in the Chesapeake Bay.  A narrow channel known as the Kent Narrows is what separates the island from the Eastern shore and that is our destination today – Kent Narrows and its popular Fisherman’s Village. It is home to a fishing marina and an Eastern Shore landmark, Fisherman’s Crab Deck.  Visitors from all over the world come here to enjoy a traditional Maryland all-you-can eat Crab Feast, right on the water’s edge! Lunch includes all you can eat crabs, crab soup, coleslaw, hushpuppies, chicken tenders, and corn on the cob. Come hungry!

Next, aboard a sightseeing Pontoon Boat for a one-hour cruise with Chesapeake Water Tours.  Sail along the waters of the Chesapeake Bay as your captain talks about the rich history of then Kent Narrows area and how it all started as marsh land and seafood packing houses.  There is nothing like being on the water and feeling that nice Chesapeake Bay breeze on your face - so come join us for this Crab-Tacular day!

Tangier Island is a remote Virginia island only accessible by air or boat, 12 miles out in the Chesapeake Bay.  All Virginian should visit Tangier Island at least once (or two or three times for the delicious seafood!). In 1608 Captain John Smith sailed up the Chesapeake Bay and landed at a small island he named Tangier.  Tangier was transformed from the hunting and fishing grounds of the Pocomoke Indians to the unique island it is today. Learn how the rich oyster and crab grounds surrounding the Island drew early settlers to Tangier many years ago and continues to draw fishermen today.

Once arriving in Reedville, Virginia, board the Chesapeake Breeze for a 1 ½ hour cruise to Tangier Island, a small, largely unspoiled, fishing village which remains the “soft crab capital” of the nation. The people of Tangier, who speak with a lingering trace of Elizabethan accent, are warm, friendly and proud of their heritage.  Once arriving at Tangier, lunch is included followed by plenty of time to explore. Stroll along the small roads and visit the unique gift shops or, for a small fee, hop aboard one of the local’s golf carts and take a tour around the island.

Don’t miss this perfect summer tour to Winchester, Virginia, and the beautiful Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre! Our day will start with a guided tour at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley. This impressive museum is a regional cultural center that includes galleries, seven acres of gardens, the Glen Burnie House, walking trails and a Museum Store. Enjoy a guided tour in the galleries that feature changing exhibitions and Shenandoah Valley decorative arts, 18th and 19th century European and American fine art, and a fascinating collection of miniature houses and rooms.

Lunch in included at a local favorite, Picadilly Public House Restaurant, followed by a great afternoon of entertainment at the Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre, a professional musical company that performs Broadway musicals every summer in the beautiful theatre at Shenandoah University.  So this afternoon. . . send your blues down the drain with this celebration of the Golden Age of Hollywood with Singing in the Rain. Complete with dazzling rain-soaked choreography and toe-tapping tunes (“Good Morning”, “Make ‘Em Laugh”), you won’t want to miss the magic as this story leaps from the silver screen to the stage!

Patriotism is proudly displayed in the many Washington, D.C. memorials, but to feel and hear patriotism at its fullest, one must experience the Marine’s Evening Parade at the “Oldest Post of the Corps.” This proud tradition is considered one of the most dramatic in military celebrations in the United States.  This year is a special year to see this as 2025 marks the Marine Corps 250^th birthday! Founded on November 10, 1775, in Philadelphia, PA, the Marine have fought from the shores of Tripoli to the valleys of Afghanistan – always the most ready when the nation is least ready.

Before this remarkable evening performance, we will first travel to Arlington National Cemetery for an included tram ride.  Stops include the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to see the impressive “The Changing of the Guard”, President John F. Kennedy Gravesite, John J. Pershing Gravesite, and Arlington House. Dinner is included at Filomena's in the heart of Georgetown.

An emotional powerhouse musical delving into the complexities of mental illness, and the impact on individuals and their families with raw honesty and emotional depth. Dad's an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet, their lives are anything but normal. Husband and wife duo Adrianne Hick and Andrew Foote return to the Riverside stage for this moving presentation. Adrianne is known at Riverside for her impactful roles in Bright Star, Ragtime, and The Bridges of Madison County. Andrew made his Riverside debut as Robert Kincaide in The Bridges of Madison County. This matinee is performed at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts with, as always, great seats as well as a Three-course, Plated Lunch before the matinee begins.

Join us as we travel northeast, passing the Rappahannock River and then the Potomac River into beautiful Southern Maryland. This scenic area, away from any Washington traffic, includes a visit to one of Maryland few islands, St. Clement’s Island State Park (pictured above).  This morning, we will arrive at St. Clement’s Island Museum, site of Maryland’s First Colonial Landing in 1634. Learn about the voyage of the Ark and the Dove, the first settlement, and about the crabbing, fishing and oystering industries in this area.  Then hop aboard their water taxi for a ride over to the island for a guided tour. The tour is along a walking trail that is one mile long, round trip (there are benches along the way, or you are welcome to opt out of the walk and wait at the pavilion by the dock). A stop will be made at the Blackistone Island Lighthouse (if interested, you can walk up to the top for great views). The lighthouse tower is inside the two-story brick keeper’s cottage. The 40-foot tower extends for the center of the roofline. The original lighthouse was built in 1851, with the replica completed in 2008. It will be open just for our group!

Travel into Leonardtown, for a lunch at The Front Porch, a local favorite, followed by an afternoon at Suttler Post Farm. Here you will discover the magnificent Southern Maryland Clydesdales Horses on an immersive farm tour. Meet these “gentle giants” up close, learn about their care, and enjoy time in their gift shop. We are sure their Dalmatian farm dog would like to say hello!

Travel to the stars today with SignaTours! First stop is just north of D.C. at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.  Your tour begins at the Visitor Center for a presentation on the mission of this facility and the various projects that Goddard supports. Next, enjoy a guided tour that includes “Building 29” where you will learn about space telescopes, including the Webb and the Hubble, and about the next space telescope project, the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope. See the Goddard “Clean Room” to learn about the process of assembling satellites and we should be able to see actual satellite components being worked on by NASA scientists and technicians. Following that, we will travel back to the Visitor Center for time to look around at exhibits.

Board the coach mid-day (box lunch will be served on board the coach) and we make our way into downtown D.C. to continue our “star” themed day at the National Air & Space Museum.  Located on the National Mall, it is one of the most visited and most popular museums in the world! Explore eight newly opened galleries, see the first airplane, see the spacesuit worn by the first person that walked on the Moon, and much more.  Experience the larger-than-life world of aviation and space!

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein has become the world’s most beloved musical. Featuring a treasure trove of cherished songs, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and the title number, The Sound of Music.  It is the inspirational story of an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision. No matter how many times you have seen this musical, it makes the heart happy to hear these memorable and classic songs again and again. . .

This matinee is performed at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts with, as always, great seats as well as a Three-course, Plated Lunch before the matinee begins.

There is nothing like getting out on the water – especially looking up at the white sails of a tall ship.  Set sail with us and Yorktown Sailing Charters as board the Schooner Alliance in Yorktown and cruise down the York River on a 1 ½ hours sightseeing cruise.  Immerse yourself in 300 years of history as you pass the Revolutionary Battlefield where our country won our independence, the Victory Monument along the banks of the river, 18^th Century homes, and hopefully you’ll spot dolphins and osprey. See up-close and learn about the Coleman Memorial Bridge, one of the only fully functioning double span, swinging bridges in the world.

But first we are going to start our maritime themed day in Newport News at the impressive The Mariners’ Museum, one of the largest maritime museums in the country!  The Museum is filled with fascinating stories, captured in priceless artifacts that celebrate the spirit of the open sea. Explore small craft from around the world, discover intricate ship models, and encounter maritime art throughout each of the galleries. Enjoy a guided, highlights tour while here will a chance to see the famous USS Monitor, the Civil War Iron clad ship that was brought out of the water in 2002 and is going through extensive conservation at this museum.  Lunch is included in Newport News at the Crab Shack on the James Restaurant, located right on the James River. Every seat offers a water view! Crab Cake Sandwich will be on the menu!

We know there are many Atlanta Braves fans in the Richmond area, so we found the only fall day game in the Washington National’s scheduled so don’t miss this opportunity! Game times is 4:00pm so plan to have dinner (on your own) during the game. Please note: Nationals Parks is a cashless venue so don’t forget a credit card. We have the same great club level seats – the top of the first section off the field, which are covered, near third base.

Dress up in your team’s gear and enjoy a great afternoon/evening of America’s favorite pastime, and we will make sure you have cracker jacks in hand!  The great rivalry continues between the Atlanta Braves and the Washington Nationals! Don’t miss out!

2025 marks the 51st anniversary of the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival! Every year, over 200 artisans display their handmade arts and crafts along the Boardwalk. This Art & Craft Show has been ranked 5^th out of 200 Fine Art and Design Shows across the country. Enjoy a free afternoon to view, shop, or browse the many artisan’s displays located along the boardwalk. Or perhaps bring a beach chair and enjoy the beach and get your feet wet! A ticket is also included to see the magnificent sand sculptures created by world-renowned international sculptors at Neptune’s International Sand Sculpting Championship.

A plated lunch is planned at Rockefeller’s Restaurant, located on Rudee’s Inlet, prior to time at the festival.

2025 marks the 250^th Birthday of the U.S. Navy and they are celebrating with yearlong commemorative events and community engagements.  Come join SignaTours as we celebrate the birth of the world’s most powerful Navy by attending the U.S. Navy Band’s Birthday Concert at the beautiful DAR Constitution Hall in downtown Washington D.C. Hosted by the chief of naval operations, the concert highlights the diversity of the Navy, its various missions around the globe and it rich history and heritage. The show features multiple ensembles from the band and includes a variety of musical styles that range from patriotic tunes and Broadway hits to movie soundtracks and sea chanteys. A great afternoon of entertainment!

The day will start at the United States Navy Memorial and Visitor Center for a guided highlights tour.   Through engaging exhibits and interactive displays, the Memorial tells the story of the American Sailor - past, present, and future - and honors, recognizes, and celebrates these brave men and women.  See an informative video about the Navy in the impressive Burke Theatre and don’t forget to leave time for the gift shop!   Mid-day lunch is included at Carmine’s in the heart of D.C.

After quickly selling out in May 2023 we are bringing this extremely popular train ride back! There is no question about it - there’s something positively timeless about train travel. Sure, there are faster ways to get from here to there, but there’s something magical about being on a train, especially one that offers unforgettable glimpses of the Shenandoah Valley as seen from your passenger window.  This morning, step aboard the new Virginia Scenic Railroad, Virginia's newest scenic railway experience.  This 3-hour, round trip journey is the Alleghany Special.   Venture westward from historic Staunton through beautiful farmlands, on a destination bound for the George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. As you travel towards the Blue Ridge and Alleghany Mountains, pass through this region’s iconic rural landscapes. The train turns around in the hamlet of Goshen in Rockbridge County. A delicious plated lunch is included while on board.  Once returning to Staunton, enjoy a Guided Tour of this historic town with a visit to beautiful Trinity Episcopal Church to see their twelve Tiffany window. Enjoy time to stretch your legs along the quaint downtown area before departing for home.  Don’t wait to sign up; we expect this tour to sell out quickly!

Travel south along I-81 and enjoy the kaleidoscope of fall color out your window with mountain ranges to the east and west.  We have a special treat for you this morning! A visit to Virginia’s largest and only drive-thru zoo, Virginia Safari Park in Natural Bridge, VA.   On our private, one-hour wagon ride, see and feed animals such as camels, zebras, elk, llamas, bison, ostrich, deer, antelope – all roaming free on this 180-acre preserve.  After the tour stroll through the 10-acre Safari Village and browse the Safari Trading Post Gift Shop for unique souvenirs and gifts. Don’t miss this fun!!!

The fun continues for lunch at the Pink Cadillac Diner, an authentic 1950’s diner with great food. You’ll find lots of Elvis memorabilia throughout the restaurant, including a pink Cadillac out front!  This afternoon, travel brings you to the historic and quaint town of Lexington, Virginia.  Enjoy a Guided, Riding Tour that includes driving through the campuses of VMI and Washington & Lee University.   See the historic residential district where your guide will share interesting information about the antebellum homes. Lexington has a wonderful cross-section of architectural styles from Cottage Gothic to Neo-Classical. Time permitting, stretch your legs in the downtown area, exploring the many specialty shops before departing for home.

Travel southwest toward the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains for the most popular fall lunch destination in Virginia, Peaks of Otter Lodge! It is located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway north of Bedford, VA.  Enjoy their special Octoberfest Buffet featuring several hot entrees, vegetables and desserts. We’ve allowed time to enjoy a walk out to the lake that sits behind the lodge.  You can’t visit this part of Virginia without a stop at a local orchard farm for freshly picked “Grown in Virginia” apples, homemade cider, apple butter, jams and jellies and other farm fresh products.

This afternoon, travel to Farmville, Virginia, home to both Longwood University and Hampton Sydney College.  Enjoy a guided, riding tour – highlighting the history of this charming and authentic all-American town. After your tour choose to either spend time along Main Street exploring the many specialty shops, including the famous Greenfront Furniture store, or join your guide on a short, flat hike to see High Bridge.  This is the longest recreational bridge in Virginia and among the longest in the nation. It stands 125 feet above the Appomattox River.  Built in 1853, the bridge is now the centerpiece of High Bridge Trail State Park. The bridge is also a Virginia Historic Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places.  Enjoy those beautiful fall views!!

Everyone’s favorite Christmas musical is coming to Riverside Center! Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. Will the show go on? With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages.  As always, great seats are held for us and enjoy a Three-course, Plated Lunch before the matinee begins.

Visiting the White House in Washington, D.C., is a time honored and treasured holiday tradition. The custom of placing a decorated tree in the White House began in 1889 on Christmas morning during the Presidency of Benjamin Harrison.  What began as a family gathering has become a national tradition. Stroll through America’s most prestigious and honored house. Experience firsthand this historic tradition while viewing the beautiful trees and decorations.  After touring the White House and the White House Visitor Center, lunch will be included at a popular area restaurant as well as an additional attraction in the afternoon.  Details will be announced once the date is finalized.

PLEASE NOTE:  For the best chance of touring the White House, we recommend signing up immediately. $100 of the tour cost is non-refundable if cancelled after names have been submitted to the White House on September 2^nd. Once names are submitted there are no substitutions, additions, or changes.  SignaTours will notify you immediately upon notification by the White House in late November.  Please, No Phone Calls. The White House makes all decisions on appointments. SignaTours has no say in the decision-making process.

The White House Tour is a “Guaranteed Departure” and will run as planned. In the unlikely event our request is denied, an optional tour will be planned in its place.   Deadline for Sign-up is September 1, 2025
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Celebrate the holidays in Richmond with a three course, plated Lunch at The Jefferson Hotel, a luxury property known not only for its incredible beauty and history, but also for its fine service and culinary expertise. As Richmond’s premier hotel, The Jefferson takes pride in its reputation as Richmond’s leader in the city’s tradition of gracious hospitality. It is in the National Register of Historic Places and is a charter member of the distinguished Historic Hotels of America. The Jefferson is one of only 31 hotels in North America to hold both the Mobil Five Star award and the AAA Five Diamond award. It will be beautifully decorated for the season, including their signature Christmas tree in the lobby.

An exciting matinee performance will be included today at Swift Creek Mill Playhouse.  At press time the title wasn’t released but we promise it will be a great afternoon of entertainment. We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate the season!

Celebrate the season with our most popular holiday lights tour! This year’s tour includes an exciting holiday festival called Christmas Village, where the campus of Regent University and the Christian Broadcasting Network in Virginia Beach are transformed into an enchanting place where the true meaning of the Christmas season is celebrated.  Afternoon arrival brings us first to the CBN Studio Headquarters Building for a guided tour that includes seeing where the 700 Club is filmed as well as a visit to their history museum and chapel.   Next, enjoy a wonderful plated dinner at the Swan Terrace Restaurant of the Founders Inn & Spa, one of the top sophisticated, luxury hotels in the Hampton Roads area.

Once the sun goes down the Christmas Lights come on! Christmas Village is the not-to-miss festival of the holiday season!  Highlights include the Christmas Marketplace, where you can complete your holiday shopping with unique gifts made my local artisans.  See the Live Nativity where you witness the miracle of Jesus’ birth with Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, wise men and live animals or catch a performance by local choirs and bands in the Shaw Chapel. Visit Santa’s Cottage and marvel at all the holiday lights and decorations!   As we work our way back to Richmond this evening, prepare for another amazing light show at the Newport News Celebration in Lights known historically as Virginia’s first drive through holiday lights event.  Amazing!

Come and experience the splendor of Christmas as the Thomas Road Baptist Church Ministry in Lynchburg, Virginia, presents their annual Virginia Christmas Spectacular.  Enjoy favorite Christmas songs and the wonderful message about the true meaning of Christmas. Now in its 49^th year, this show has become central Virginia’s most popular holiday show.

Prior to the show there is a special opportunity for shopping in Farmville, either in the quaint downtown area or at Green Front Furniture, one of America’s Top 100 Furniture Retailers.  You’ll also find quality accessories and oriental rugs.  It occupies 12 historical warehouses in the downtown area.   A hot buffet lunch is included in Lynchburg prior to the matinee production.

Gaining in popularity year after year, it is now a top seller and an annual SignaTours holiday event! The music changes each year, making the show an original production each Holiday Season! The National Cathedral is a stunning place to visit any time of year, but during the Christmas season and the events surrounding the holidays, there is simply not a better time to visit. Join us for D.C.’s favorite Christmas tradition as the National Cathedral Choral Society presents… “Joy of Christmas.” Hear voices soar under the Cathedral’s arches and stained-glass windows, delighting hearts of all ages with brand-new and classic holiday carols. With its lofty ceilings and beautiful chamber, the ambience and the sounds of the season are unmatched with any other location. There’s really no better place to feel the true spirit of Christmas than in the National Cathedral.

Before the afternoon show, a delicious lunch is planned at Tony & Joe’s Seafood Place located in Georgetown at the Washington Harbor.     Floor-to-ceiling windows provide scenic views of the Potomac River.

Celebrate the holiday season in style with SignaTours on a festive holiday lunch cruise aboard the Spirit of Norfolk! Since 1978, this iconic vessel has offered a one-of-a-kind experience, blending exquisite dining, lively dancing, and breathtaking views of the Norfolk harbor and the Navy’s Atlantic Fleet.  For this special occasion, the Spirit of Norfolk will be beautifully adorned in holiday décor, creating a warm and festive atmosphere. As you indulge in a delicious meal, enjoy the sounds of cheerful holiday music, and if the spirit moves you, join in the celebration with some dancing! Before setting sail, explore the renowned Chrysler Museum of Art, one of America’s most distinguished mid-sized museums, featuring an impressive glass collection. In the spirit of the season, enjoy a special biblical-themed tour, highlighting religious and divine influences in the museum’s art and collections.

The holiday magic continues with a visit to Portsmouth’s Art & Cultural Center for Winter Wonderland: The Coleman Collection. This nostalgic display features charming miniature holiday scenes, twinkling lights, caroling villagers, ice skaters, toy trains, and more. It’s the perfect way to embrace the season’s joy with family and friends. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming holiday experience!