Washington DC Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour on Open-top Bus with 18 Stops
by Big Bus Tours
Overview
This hop-on hop-off bus tour in Washington DC offers flexible sightseeing on open-top double-decker buses. The route includes 18 stops allowing passengers to explore the city at their own pace. The tour runs between about 75 and 110 minutes per loop, with options for 24, 48, or 72-hour tickets. Passengers can see key locations such as the National Mall, the Jefferson Memorial (with exclusive access to its entry point), the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and the neighborhoods of Georgetown. Onboard digital commentary provides historical information and lesser-known facts about the city and landmarks. Additional audio walking tours are included for Arlington National Cemetery, the Tidal Basin, and Georgetown. Access to Arlington Cemetery requires guests over 18 to show valid photo ID. The company is the only official National Park Service bus tour provider in the city. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in this tour.
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Washington Monument
Drive-by stop at the Washington Monument, a 555-foot tall obelisk.
Natural History Museum
Drive-by stop at the Natural History Museum, which contains over 145 million specimens and features exhibits on human origins, gems, and ocean life.
National Japanese American Memorial
Drive-by stop at the National Japanese American Memorial honoring Japanese Americans who served in the military and those interned during the war.
US Capitol at Garfield Circle
Drive-by stop at Garfield Circle, located next to the US Capitol building with its distinctive dome.
Air & Space Museum
Drive-by stop at the Air and Space Museum, home to a large collection of historic aircraft and spacecraft.
L’Enfant Plaza & Spy Museum
Stop at L’Enfant Plaza, near the International Spy Museum. The Spy Museum offers exhibits on espionage history and spy gadgets. Admission requires a separate ticket, and the museum is open daily with varying hours.
The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise
Drive-by stop at The Wharf, a waterfront area with shops and dining. If selected, a boat cruise is available only with a 48-hour ticket and runs seasonally.
Smithsonian Metro
Drive-by stop at the Smithsonian Metro station, providing access to the Metro rail system.
Bureau of Engraving
Drive-by stop near the Bureau of Engraving.
Jefferson Memorial
Drive-by stop at the Jefferson Memorial, open year-round and accessible by foot from the bus stop.
FDR and MLK Memorial
Drive-by stop at the FDR and MLK Memorials.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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