Washington DC 6-Hour National Mall Bus Tour with 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, and Tickets
by Signature Tours of DC
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This six-hour bus tour covers over 100 Washington DC landmarks, including stops at more than 10 major monuments. Guests will visit the White House, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, U.S. Capitol Building, Lincoln Memorial, World War II Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Air Force Memorial, and the Iwo Jima Memorial. The route also passes by the Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and several Smithsonian museums. During cherry blossom season, usually from late March to early April, the tour includes time to walk along the blooming Cherry Blossom trees at the Tidal Basin. The guide provides historical narration and shares facts at each stop. The tour features a 40-50 minute narrated boat cruise on the Potomac River departing from Georgetown Washington Harbor. When the boat cruise is not operating in the off-season (mid-October to mid-March), the itinerary replaces the cruise with visits to the Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial, Eisenhower Memorial, and a lunch stop at Pentagon City Mall (lunch at own expense). Lunch is not included, but there is a break in Georgetown for guests to purchase food before the boat ride (or at Pentagon Mall in the off-season). Several upgrade options are available at checkout, including a two-hour guided Capitol Hill walk with U.S. Capitol admission, self-guided entry to the Washington Monument, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the National Air and Space Museum. The guide remains with the group throughout the tour to provide commentary and assist at each stop.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The National Mall
Tour the National Mall by temperature-controlled coach, stopping at 10 major monuments for photos and exploration. Sites include the White House, U.S. Capitol, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, World War II Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, and others. The route passes by over 20 additional landmarks such as the Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and multiple Smithsonian museums.
1 min
U.S. Capitol
Pause outside the U.S. Capitol to explore the area and take photos with the guide. This location represents the center of American democracy. An optional upgrade includes a two-hour guided walk with approximately 90 minutes of entry inside the Capitol.
15 min
The White House
Stop to view and photograph the White House while the guide discusses its architecture and history as the residence of the U.S. President.
20 min
Lincoln Memorial
Visit the Lincoln Memorial to see the statue of President Abraham Lincoln and the Reflecting Pool. Learn about the monument's construction and significance.
15 min
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Stop at the MLK Memorial featuring the Stone of Hope and inscriptions related to Dr. King’s life and work. The guide provides background information about his legacy.
15 min
Tidal Basin
During late March to early April, guests may walk along the Tidal Basin to view the Cherry Blossom trees. The National Park Service announces peak bloom dates each year.
30 min
National Cherry Blossom Festival
In cherry blossom season, the tour includes time to walk among the blossom trees at the Tidal Basin, coinciding with the festival dates announced by the National Park Service.
National World War II Memorial
Stop for photos at the World War II Memorial, noted for its fountains and design.
10 min
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to view the wall inscribed with names and learn about its history.
15 min
Potomac River
Included is a seasonal 40-50 minute narrated boat cruise on the Potomac River departing from Georgetown Washington Harbor, operating mid-March through mid-October. During off-season months, the cruise is replaced with visits to Jefferson and Air Force Memorials and a lunch stop at Pentagon Mall.
Pentagon Mall Lunch Stop
In winter months when the Potomac River cruise is inactive, the tour includes a 45-60 minute lunch stop at Pentagon City Mall where guests can buy food on their own.
45 min
Lincoln Memorial
Additional time to walk around and photograph the Lincoln Memorial.
Marine Corps War Memorial
Stop at the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial.
Vietnam Women's Memorial
Visit the Vietnam Women's Memorial, which honors women who served during the Vietnam War.
10 min
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Stop at the Korean War Veterans Memorial to view the statues and memorial wall.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Visit the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, one of the newer memorials included on the route.
10 min
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Upgrade option available for self-guided entry to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Washington Monument
Upgrade option available for self-guided entry to the Washington Monument.
Capitol Hill
Upgrade option for a two-hour guided walk of Capitol Hill, including entry to the U.S. Capitol.
20 min
Georgetown
Stop for lunch on own at Georgetown Washington Harbor before boarding the seasonal boat cruise.
30 min
Air Force Memorial
When the Potomac River Boat is not operating during the off-season, the tour includes a visit to the Air Force Memorial.
National Air and Space Museum
Upgrade option available for self-guided entry to the National Air and Space Museum.
Jefferson Memorial
Visit the Jefferson Memorial during the off-season when the Potomac River cruise is not operating.
10 min
Meeting point
8am U.S. Capitol upgrade option ONLY - Meets across the street from the Supreme Court on First Street NE. Please arrive 15 min before tour starts.
End point
Tour concludes near National Archives Building
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Washington DC 6-Hour National Mall Bus Tour with 10+ Monuments, Cherry Blossoms, Boat Cruise, and Tickets
by Signature Tours of DC
Choose from 6 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$138Overview
This six-hour bus tour covers over 100 Washington DC landmarks, including stops at more than 10 major monuments. Guests will visit the White House, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, U.S. Capitol Building, Lincoln Memorial, World War II Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Air Force Memorial, and the Iwo Jima Memorial. The route also passes by the Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and several Smithsonian museums. During cherry blossom season, usually from late March to early April, the tour includes time to walk along the blooming Cherry Blossom trees at the Tidal Basin. The guide provides historical narration and shares facts at each stop. The tour features a 40-50 minute narrated boat cruise on the Potomac River departing from Georgetown Washington Harbor. When the boat cruise is not operating in the off-season (mid-October to mid-March), the itinerary replaces the cruise with visits to the Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial, Eisenhower Memorial, and a lunch stop at Pentagon City Mall (lunch at own expense). Lunch is not included, but there is a break in Georgetown for guests to purchase food before the boat ride (or at Pentagon Mall in the off-season). Several upgrade options are available at checkout, including a two-hour guided Capitol Hill walk with U.S. Capitol admission, self-guided entry to the Washington Monument, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the National Air and Space Museum. The guide remains with the group throughout the tour to provide commentary and assist at each stop.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The National Mall
Tour the National Mall by temperature-controlled coach, stopping at 10 major monuments for photos and exploration. Sites include the White House, U.S. Capitol, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, World War II Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, and others. The route passes by over 20 additional landmarks such as the Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and multiple Smithsonian museums.
1 min
U.S. Capitol
Pause outside the U.S. Capitol to explore the area and take photos with the guide. This location represents the center of American democracy. An optional upgrade includes a two-hour guided walk with approximately 90 minutes of entry inside the Capitol.
15 min
The White House
Stop to view and photograph the White House while the guide discusses its architecture and history as the residence of the U.S. President.
20 min
Lincoln Memorial
Visit the Lincoln Memorial to see the statue of President Abraham Lincoln and the Reflecting Pool. Learn about the monument's construction and significance.
15 min
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Stop at the MLK Memorial featuring the Stone of Hope and inscriptions related to Dr. King’s life and work. The guide provides background information about his legacy.
15 min
Tidal Basin
During late March to early April, guests may walk along the Tidal Basin to view the Cherry Blossom trees. The National Park Service announces peak bloom dates each year.
30 min
National Cherry Blossom Festival
In cherry blossom season, the tour includes time to walk among the blossom trees at the Tidal Basin, coinciding with the festival dates announced by the National Park Service.
National World War II Memorial
Stop for photos at the World War II Memorial, noted for its fountains and design.
10 min
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to view the wall inscribed with names and learn about its history.
15 min
Potomac River
Included is a seasonal 40-50 minute narrated boat cruise on the Potomac River departing from Georgetown Washington Harbor, operating mid-March through mid-October. During off-season months, the cruise is replaced with visits to Jefferson and Air Force Memorials and a lunch stop at Pentagon Mall.
Pentagon Mall Lunch Stop
In winter months when the Potomac River cruise is inactive, the tour includes a 45-60 minute lunch stop at Pentagon City Mall where guests can buy food on their own.
45 min
Lincoln Memorial
Additional time to walk around and photograph the Lincoln Memorial.
Marine Corps War Memorial
Stop at the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial.
Vietnam Women's Memorial
Visit the Vietnam Women's Memorial, which honors women who served during the Vietnam War.
10 min
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Stop at the Korean War Veterans Memorial to view the statues and memorial wall.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Visit the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, one of the newer memorials included on the route.
10 min
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Upgrade option available for self-guided entry to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Washington Monument
Upgrade option available for self-guided entry to the Washington Monument.
Capitol Hill
Upgrade option for a two-hour guided walk of Capitol Hill, including entry to the U.S. Capitol.
20 min
Georgetown
Stop for lunch on own at Georgetown Washington Harbor before boarding the seasonal boat cruise.
30 min
Air Force Memorial
When the Potomac River Boat is not operating during the off-season, the tour includes a visit to the Air Force Memorial.
National Air and Space Museum
Upgrade option available for self-guided entry to the National Air and Space Museum.
Jefferson Memorial
Visit the Jefferson Memorial during the off-season when the Potomac River cruise is not operating.
10 min
Meeting point
8am U.S. Capitol upgrade option ONLY - Meets across the street from the Supreme Court on First Street NE. Please arrive 15 min before tour starts.
End point
Tour concludes near National Archives Building
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.