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DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available
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3 hours
Free cancellation
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About this activity
See a different side of Washington DC after dark on a guided night tour of the city's floodlit monuments. This tour runs on our standard enclosed coach — or you can upgrade at booking to our small-group convertible (open-top in warm months, glass-top in winter) for fresh air and unobstructed views. Choose your vehicle in the booking options below.
You’ll begin the tour at the U.S. Navy Memorial, then board the bus and settle in before heading off to iconic attractions, including the White House, the Korean War Memorial, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial.
After dark, each monument and building takes on a dramatic glow. Stronger verb, no repeat. Hop off the bus and explore the memorials with your guide, taking advantage of multiple photo opportunities. The full glittering sweep of the National Mall can be seen at the start and end of your tour, including the twinkling Tidal Basin and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
Kid-Friendly
Bus Tours
Night Tours
City Tours
Monuments and Memorials
Excellent Quality
Top Product
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 50 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: Profesional Tour Guide (English-speaking; on and off the bus)
- Included: Bottled water
- Included: Guided city tour
- Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: the tour is conducted by either a closed-top or open-top convertible tour bus - please make sure to select one of the bus options
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities
- Not included: Hotel pick up and drop off
- Not included: Luggage Storage
Itinerary
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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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.
End point
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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.
Using your ticket
Meeting Point:
Tours start and end at the U.S. Navy Memorial, 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests at 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 drop people on the opposite side of the block.
Getting There:
We do not have dedicated parking for this tour. Street parking and garages are available nearby, including directly under the Navy Memorial. The tour also meets just outside the "Navy Memorial – National Archives" Metro station on the yellow and green lines.
Timing and Check-in:
Tour departs promptly at 7:30 pm.
Please arrive 15–20 minutes early for check-in.
Tour Duration: approximately 3 hours.
Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
What to Bring:
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Buses have no storage for carry-on bags or strollers — please bring only purses, briefcases, or backpacks.
Accessibility:
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Your Vehicle:
The standard tour runs on an enclosed, climate-controlled luxury coach.
The convertible upgrade is open-top April–September and switches to glass-top October–March for comfort in cooler weather.
Good to Know:
Minimum numbers apply. If there aren't enough passengers to run the tour, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
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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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 recommended to travel light
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For security reasons, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board
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Please note that most attractions in Washington, DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances, and to make your sightseeing experience as seamless as possible, we recommend traveling light on our tours
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No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
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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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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.
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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.
Options
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Glass-Top Convertible Mini Bus
UPGRADE: Glass top vehicle: Less than 15 people! Enjoy a smaller group in an arched-glass convertible van. (The roof is open by default April to August)
Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
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Luxury Closed-Top Tour Bus
Up to 50 Passengers: Traditional tour bus; closed-top; climate-controlled
Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
Traveller ratings
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