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Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour & Open-top Sunset Tour with Guide

4.2 (166 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour & Open-top Sunset Tour with Guide

About this activity

Discover DC aboard a Big Bus open-top double-decker with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access and digital commentary in multiple languages. See iconic sights like the White House, Capitol Building, and Arlington National Cemetery at your own pace.

Hop off to explore top attractions including the Smithsonian Museums, the Library of Congress, and powerful memorials on the National Mall.

Then, experience the capital in a whole new light with a 2.5-hour panoramic night tour featuring illuminated sites like the Washington Monument, the Iwo Jima Memorial, and the historic Georgetown neighborhood.

Explore the nation’s capital like never before. Find hidden spots, enjoy its historic charm, and see its landmarks all lit up at night.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 50 people
People per booking
1–30
Audio guide
German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Guide
English
Operated by
Big Bus Tours - USA

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (13–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
  • Included: Open-top Double Decker Bus
  • Included: Curated audio guide tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin and Georgetown
  • Included: 2.5hr Sunset Tour with Live Guide
  • Included: 24/48/72-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour with pre-recorded commentary
  • Included: Big Bus Tours app with route information and live bus tracking

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Itinerary

  1. Washington Monument

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  2. Lincoln Memorial

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  3. Thomas Jefferson Memorial

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  4. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  5. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  6. International Spy Museum

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  7. Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  8. Arlington National Cemetery

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  9. National World War II Memorial

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  10. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  11. Chinatown

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  12. Stop 12

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  13. Union Station

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  14. U.S. Capitol

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  15. The Wharf

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  16. Georgetown

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

  17. Marine Corps War Memorial

    Passing by

    View from Big Bus

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR: Redeem ticket at Stop #1 – Washington Monument, or with the driver at any route stop.

    SUNSET TOUR: departs from Stop #6 - L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum -

    475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, across from Spy Museum in front of US Postal Headquarters

End point

  • HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR: Redeem ticket at Stop #1 – Washington Monument, or with the driver at any route stop.

    SUNSET TOUR: departs from Stop #6 - L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum -

    475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, across from Spy Museum in front of US Postal Headquarters

Using your ticket

HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR: Redeem ticket at Stop #1 Washington Monument, 1400 Jefferson Dr. SW (on Jefferson Dr. SW, corner of 14th St. by Bike Racks)

SUNSET TOUR: departs from Stop #6 - L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum

Guests may activate ticket in two ways:

1. Redeem via Big Bus app

Tap "Add Booking" and enter your booking reference. On the day of travel, open your ticket and press "Activate" then show your activated ticket to the driver at any stop along the route. Plus, use the app for route information and live bus tracking.

2. Redeem Voucher at Meeting Point - Stop #1 Washington Monument, 1400 Jefferson Dr. SW (on Jefferson Dr. SW, corner of 14th St. by Bike Racks)

Additional Perks

Choice of audio guide tours includes Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin, and Georgetown neighborhood.

Free Oval Office Novelty Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket. Included in 48/72-hour tickets only.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Tours may be taken on separate days

  • Sunset Tour is 2.5 hours and departs from Stop #6 - L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum. Sunset Tour has a live guide.

  • Unlimited Biking Offer: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free. Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock, roadside assistance and an illustrated map featuring key routes and attractions.

  • Free Oval Office Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket.

  • Exclusive audio guide tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin and Georgetown

  • Guests may activate ticket either via the Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff

  • Official Bus Tour Provider of the National Mall: a portion of every ticket helps preserve DC's monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus experience supports America’s history for generations to come

  • Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.

Options

  • 24hr Bus/Night Tour/Arlington

  • 72hr Bus/Night Tour/Arlington

    72-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour

    2-hour Sunset Tour

    Free Oval Office Photo

    1 Hour Free Bike Rental

  • 48hr Bus/Night Tour/Arlington

    48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour

    2-hour Sunset Tour

    Free Oval Office Photo

    1 Hour Free Bike Rental

Traveller ratings

4.2 out of 5 · 166 reviews
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