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Washington DC Highlights Tour with Top Landmarks and Memorials

4.8 (514 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation
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Washington DC Highlights Tour with Top Landmarks and Memorials

About this activity

See Washington DC’s most iconic landmarks in comfort and style – in just half a day! Perfect for first-timers or short stays.

This popular half-day guided tour takes travelers to the heart of the capital, hitting all of the must-see hotspots from the White House to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

See all the highlights of the capital from the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle with a fully guided Washington DC tour. Over the course of four hours, a knowledgeable guide will accompany you to the most iconic sights and attractions – starting with the beautiful domed roof of the U.S. Capitol Building and the creamy porcelain exterior of the White House.

+ See top sites: Capitol Building, White House, Lincoln Memorial, and more

+ Enjoy guided narration by expert local guides

+ Travel in climate-controlled buses with panoramic windows

+ Multiple photo stops with time to explore

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 40 people
People per booking
1–15
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: Taxes
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Transport by air-conditioned luxury tour bus
  • Included: Live commentary on board by expert local guides
  • Included: Guided stops led by live tour guide (on and off the bus)

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

  1. United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

    Passing by

    Start/End Point

  2. U.S. Capitol

    15 min

    Guided Tour (outside only)

  3. The White House

    15 min Admission not included

    Guided Tour (outside only)

  4. National World War II Memorial

    15 min

    Guided Stop

  5. Marine Corps War Memorial

    Passing by

    Otherwise known as "Iwo Jima", this memorial has a stunning view of the Washington, DC skyline and glimpses over the hillside into Arlington National Cemetery. It showcases an iconic photograph of American soldiers lifting a flag up representing the end of the Second World War.

  6. Jefferson Memorial

    Passing by

    See the Tidal Basin!

  7. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

    15 min

    Guided Tour

  8. Lincoln Memorial

    15 min

    Guided stop - Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one below.

  9. Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    15 min

    Guided Tour - Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one above.

  10. Korean War Veterans Memorial

    Passing by

    Closed until 2022. Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one below.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • US Navy Memorial Plaza

End point

  • US Navy Memorial Plaza

Using your ticket

  • Tour starts/ends at U.S. Navy Memorial: 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004.
  • Tour departs promptly at 10 am, so please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
  • Tour duration: 4 hours
  • The sitting is assigned on first come, first served basis.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Not wheelchair accessible.
  • 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 requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or 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 too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

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

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Minimum age is 3 years

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

  • No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)

Options

  • DC Highlights Bus Tour

    4-hr guided bus tour

  • Private Group Tour with SUV

    Private SUV Tour: Accommodates up to 5 people

  • DC Highlights Bus + Boat Tour

    6-hr guided bus + boat tour: 6-hr Bus Tour with a Seasonal Boat Cruise (Apr 1 to Sep 30)

Traveller ratings

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