The White House

Bus & minivan tours

Journey from NYC to Washington on a full-day trip to see the sights of the nation’s capital with a profesional tour guide. Visit the most important monuments, memorials and buildings like the White House and the Washington Monument. Head down South from NYC in a comfortable air-conditioned bus, passing through New Jersey and Delaware, with a stop in Delaware to stretch your legs, use the restrooms and breakfast. We will continue passing Maryland and its capital Baltimore until we reach Washington DC. The tour begins by passing the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and the Pentagon and continues to Arlington National Cemetery, where your guide will escort you to the Kennedy brothers' gravesite and explore its lush gardens. Afterward, you'll head to the Iwo Jima Memorial, where you'll hop off and have time to take photos. Throughout the tour, your guide will share interesting facts about the city Next, we'll cross the Potomac River to pass through Georgetown, a charming neighborhood with Federal-style architecture and cobblestone streets. We'll pass Constitution Avenue, where you'll see the State Department, the Institute of Peace, and the Albert Einstein Memorial. Visit the National Mall and walk with your guide through locations that have appeared in films and television series. We'll walk past the Korean War Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Vietnam War Memorial. You'll recognize the Forrest Gump Reflecting Pool. You'll also see the city's most visited monuments: the World War II Memorial and the Washington Monument (the Obelisk). Back on the bus, you'll continue a tour that includes the offices of important organizations such as the Organization of American States (OAS), the American Red Cross, the Department of the Treasury, the Federal Reserve Building, and the Office of the Vice President. You'll then arrive at the White House, where you'll disembark to walk through the gardens. Then, you'll continue along Washington's main avenue (Pennsylvania Avenue) and see the FBI buildings, the National Archives, the Canadian Embassy, the IRS, the Department of Justice, and more. We will arrive at the Capitol where we will get off to walk and take pictures. Your final stop will be the National Mall, where you’ll have 90 minutes free time to visit the exhibits, have lunch, and take photos. On the way back to NYC, you’ll be treated to a night-time panoramic view of NYC from New Jersey. 

Discover the roots of American democracy on a full-day guided tour from New York City to Washington, DC and Philadelphia. Travel comfortably with roundtrip transfers as you explore iconic landmarks and historical highlights in both cities. Start your adventure early in the morning from Times Square, where a bilingual guide will welcome you aboard. First, head to Washington, DC, the capital of the United States. Visit must-see sites like the Iwo Jima Memorial and the Lincoln Memorial, then enjoy photo stops outside the White House and the Capitol Building. Continue your journey to Philadelphia, the nation’s original capital. After a short lunch break along the way, explore the charming Old City on a walking tour, including stops at Independence Hall and Liberty Bell. Climb the famous Rocky Steps before returning to Manhattan in the evening. Perfect for history lovers, this day trip offers a memorable look at America’s political heritage.

Big Bus is the official preferred tour of the Cherry Blossom Festival. No one gets you closer to the natural beauty of the Nation's Capital. Explore the Nation's capital in style with Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tours. With an entertaining and engaging audio commentary, you can sit back and relax on an open-top double-decker sightseeing bus as you journey through DC's rich history and daily life. Immerse yourself in the city's most iconic and historic memorials, monuments, and museums. Hop off at any stop to explore at your leisure. Make the most of your day with the flexibility to plan your own itinerary. Choose to do one full loop to see the city or hop off and have your photo taken with Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial. Look out over the Reflecting Pool at the Washington Monument, just as Martin Luther King Jr. did as he delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech from that very spot. With buses arriving regularly throughout the day, you have the freedom to explore at your own pace. Experience all that Washington DC has to offer, from the White House to the US Capitol Building and Capitol Hill to the Korean and WWII War Memorials, Arlington National Cemetery, and the MLK and FDR monuments along the beautiful Tidal Basin. Big Bus is the official tour operator of the National Mall, giving you the closest access to world-famous, free museums including the National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, African-American History Museum, The Holocaust Memorial, National American-Indian History, National Portrait Gallery, and more. As the official National Park Services tour partner, Big Bus gets you closest to the best DC has to offer: •National Mall •The White House •Lincoln Memorial •Martin Luther King Memorial •Jefferson Memorial •The Capitol Building •WWII Memorial •And much, much more!

Explore the political center of the United States on this day trip from New York to Washington, D.C. Join your guide and learn about the US capital and discover notable sights including the White House, the Mall, Arlington National Cemetery, and the gravesite of John F. Kennedy. Depart from central New York and head south to Washington DC in comfortable air-conditioned buses or minivans. Pass through the states of New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland before arriving in the nation's capital. Visit the Arlington National Cemetery and pause at the grave of John F. Kennedy. Continue to Capitol Hill, and admire the views of the Capitol, Senate, and White House. Learn about these iconic buildings and their important functions in the US government. Explore the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. Then, pause for reflection at the Lincoln Memorial and the Korean and Vietnam War Memorials. In the late afternoon, embark on a bus tour of other areas of the city, before heading back to New York.

Arrive at the Washington Monument and present your ticket to a ranger, who will direct you to the appropriate area. Go through a brief security check before ascending on the elevator. Upon reaching the top of the monument, take in the incredible views of Washington DC and its important landmarks like the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, the Capitol, and the White House Use your guidebook and its layouts to see what is where, read about historical insight, and discover key details to further enhance your visit. Enjoy the unique vantage point for an unparalleled perspective of the capital's layout and history before heading back down to ground level.

Head to the meeting point and hop into a luxury vintage car powered by an eco-friendly electric motor. Then, set out on your guided tour of Washington's famous monuments and memorials. As you travel, listen to the fascinating backstories of the sights you pass, making stops along the way to capture the perfect photos. See the United States Capitol Building, the Washington Monument, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and more. There will be plenty of opportunities to get off and take a closer look and take pictures. End your tour with a deeper understanding of the U.S. capital's monuments and memorials and gain insight into the historical context to some of DC's most renowned sites.

See the most popular monuments of the U. S. capital illuminated at night on a guided trolley tour. The route follows streets that have been traveled by presidents and makes three stops for you to get off the trolley and explore the memorials on your own and take photos. Enjoy entertaining commentary from a professional tour guide who will entertain you with stories about the Capitol’s colorful past. The three stops on the tour are: 1. The Martin Luther King Memorial & the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial 2. The Iwo Jima Memorial. a US Marine Corps War Memorial (this stop is currently not made due to a bridge closure) 3. The Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Besides stops at the major memorials, you will also get spectacular views of the Washington Memorial the White House, the National Mall, the Capitol Buildings, the Jefferson Memorial, the Smithsonian Museums and Castle, the FBI & Dept of Justice Buildings, and the World War II Memorial.

Take a grand, day-long tour of the best parts of Washington. See the country in between, and learn from your guide at each of the stops and monuments. Begin with early morning pickup from The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel, located between 51st and 52nd streets. Board the bus, and cross through the Lincoln Tunnel under the Hudson River to depart from Manhattan. Next, pause for breakfast in Delaware before continuing to Washington for the day. Proceeding with our journey through parts of Maryland and its major city, Baltimore, we'll eventually arrive in Washington, D.C. Then, begin the Arlington National Cemetery visit. Guided by an expert, we'll stroll among the graves to reach John F. Kennedy's tomb. Later, we'll depart for the Iwo Jima monument to take photographs. Crossing the Potomac River into Washington D.C., we'll arrive at Constitution Avenue, home to significant buildings such as the State Department, the Peace Institute, the National Association of Pharmaceuticals, and the Albert Einstein Monument. Next, at Washington Memorial Park, visit the Memorial Park, exploring The Korean War Memorial, President Lincoln Memorial, and the Vietnam War Memorial. Continuing through the Reflective Pool, we'll see iconic monuments like the "World War II" Memorial and the Washington Obelisk. Pass by the OAS, the International Red Cross, the Vice Presidency, the US Treasury Department, and along the White House gardens, where you'll have time for photos. Then, get ready for The White House. Adjacent to the main avenue, find various government buildings, including the Treasury Department, Department of Justice, FBI, National Archives, National Gallery, and National History Museum, until reaching the Museums zone. Here, you'll have free time for lunch, Capitol photos, and museum exploration. Finally, head back to New York City. On the return journey, we'll make a brief midway stop. Depending on the weather, we'll make an additional stop for panoramic views of illuminated Manhattan before arriving in New York City. Capture the iconic skyline before concluding the tour.

After climbing aboard a comfortable electric cart, set off towards the Smithsonian complex. Marvel at the size of the largest museum and research complex in the world. Next, discover three of the most well-known statues in Washington DC, those of Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and George Washington, arguably the three most beloved presidents of the U.S. From here, take a moment to pause and remember those who lost their lives in battle as you visit various war memorials. Gaze at the World War I, World War II, the Korean War Veterans, and Vietnam War Veterans memorial sites. Then, get your camera ready for one of the most recognizable landmarks in the whole world, the White House, the home of the U.S. President. Finally, feast your eyes on Capitol Hill, home to the United States Congress.

Named "Washington's Best Tour" by the Washingtonian Magazine and one of the top 10 hop-on hop-off tours in the world by Forbes, the Old Town Trolley offers the most comprehensive tour of the nation's capital. Relax while expert tour guides help you discover the beauty and majesty of Washington, D.C. This popular tour covers Washington's major attractions such as the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the museums of the Smithsonian Institution, and Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. Expert guides share colorful anecdotes, humorous stories and well-researched historical information. Upgrade to include a trolley tour of Arlington National Cemetery, an enduring tribute to those who’ve dedicated their lives to defending the nation. You’ll be transported to some of the most notable graves and memorials. DC City Tour Trolley stops: 1. 1001 E. St. NW: Washington Welcome Center/Ford's Theatre/Peterson House 2. 1401 Pennsylvania Ave: The White House/The White House Visitor Center/WWI Memorial 3. 701 Constitution Ave NW: National Archives (West/East Gallery of the NGA, Navy Memorial) 4. 400 New Jersey Ave NW: Japanese American Memorial/Hyatt Regency 5. 50 Massachusetts Ave NE: Union Station and the Smithsonian Postal Museum 6. 1st St. NE: US Capitol (Botanic Gardens, Supreme Court and Library of Congress) 7. 600 Independence Ave SW: Air/Space Museum, Museum of the American Indian/Eisenhower Memorial 8. Maine Ave SW at 9th St. SW: The Wharf 9. 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW: International Spy Museum 10. 1398 Independence Ave SW: Washington Monument, Smithsonian Museums and Castle, Holocaust Memorial Museum 11. 16 E Basin Dr SW: Jefferson Memorial/George Mason Memorial 12. 1964 Independence Ave SW: Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial/Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial 13. 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir. NW: Lincoln Memorial/Vietnam Veterans Memorial/Korean War Veterans Memorial/World War II Memorial 14. 1400 Constitution Ave NW: National Museum of American History/National Museum of African American History & Culture/National Museum of Natural History 15. 800 F St. NW: National Portrait Gallery/American Art Museum (temp closed for Holiday Market) Arlington Cemetery Trolley stops: • Arlington National Cemetery • President John F. Kennedy Gravesite • US Coast Guard Memorial • John J. Pershing • The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier • Arlington House • US Marine Corps War Memorial Iwo Jima • Arlington Niche Wall Columbarium Courts