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Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat Cruise
4.7
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6 hours
Free cancellation
out of 5
3,749 reviews
About this activity
Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC!
Expanding on our popular Highlights Tour, this six-hour excursion also includes a lunch break and the opportunity to travel through the Tidal Basin.
See the very best of Washington DC in one day! Enjoy guided walks around the U.S. Capitol Building, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and more! For a unique experience, this tour includes a leisurely seasonal (Apr 1 to Sep 30) cruise on the Potomac River! In winter, we get to explore the Pentagon City.
Upgrade to our convertible tour bus for a unique sightseeing experience with an open-air view when weather permits, and a climate-controlled, glass-top roof for comfort during sudden weather changes!
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 55 people
- People per booking
- 1–30
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- USA Guided Tours
Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: April 1 to September 30)
- Included: Upgrade to glass-top bus available
- Included: English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)
Not included
- Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Not included: Gratuities
- Not included: Lunch
Itinerary
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one hour Admission included
SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Sep 30); in the warmer months, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and can purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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For either the Discover DC Guided Bus Tour (6349touronly) or the Upgrade: Glass-Top/Convertible (TG4) departure @ 10 AM: Look for the tour greeter near the tall, white flagpoles on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza (between 7th & 9th Streets) outside the Archives metro.
End point
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For either the Discover DC Guided Bus Tour (6349touronly) or the Upgrade: Glass-Top/Convertible (TG4) departure @ 10 AM: Look for the tour greeter near the tall, white flagpoles on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza (between 7th & 9th Streets) outside the Archives metro.
Using your ticket
Departure Location: Tours Start/Ends at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests in the front of the Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW. Please note: rideshares tend to bring people to the opposite side of the block.
Parking/Metro: We do not have dedicated parking for this tour. There is street parking and parking garages (including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location) located in the area. Tours also meet directly outside the Metro station "Navy Memorial - National Archives" on the yellow and green lines.
- Tour departs promptly at 10 am, so please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
- Tour duration: 6 hours
- Climate-controlled buses – closed-top bus or upgrade to convertible glass-top / open-top bus.
- The sitting is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Upgrade to glass-top bus available
- Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
- Tour buses do not have storage for accommodating carry-on bags or baby strollers. Please only bring purses, briefcases, or backpacks for your tour.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- The boat cruise is seasonal from Apr 1 to Sep 30.
- In off-peak season (Oct 1 – Mar 31), instead of boat cruise and Georgetown stop, we'll have lunch at the Pentagon City.
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% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Small carry-on bags are allowed, however it is recommended that you travel lightly. Due to security concerns, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board. Many of the attractions in Washington DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances. Traveling without bags or purses is recommended
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Due to time restrictions, you cannot go inside any of the monuments, however you can spend about 15-20 minutes at each stop to enjoy up-close views
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No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
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The boat cruise is seasonal from Apr 1 to Sep 30
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Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
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If you're driving, there is street parking and garages available near the meeting location, including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location.
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We will meet guests in the front of the Navy Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW. Please note: rideshares tend to bring people to the opposite side of the block.
Options
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Discover DC Guided Bus Tour
Duration: 6 hours: 6hrs tour approx
Closed-Top Bus: Fully Guided Day Bus Tour in a Luxury Climate-Controlled Bus. Free Bottled Water. Lunch is Not Included in the Price.
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