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DC: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

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Hop-on hop-off tour

DC: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

Activity provider:Big Bus Tours Washington DC
4  / 5
1126 reviews

From $54 per person

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Discover DC with a hop-on hop-off tour of the nation's capital. See the Lincoln Memorial, White House, and Washington Memorial, and even cruise along the Potomac River (depending on option selected).

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Duration 2 hours
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Driver
English
Optional audio guide
Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese

Experience

Itinerary
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    4 starting location options:

    700 L'Enfant Plaza SW, 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW, 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW, 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW

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    International Spy Museum

    Pass by

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    Washington Monument

    Pass by

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    Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Washington DC

    Pass by

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    Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

    Pass by

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    Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

    Pass by

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    Korean War Veterans Memorial

    Pass by

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    Lincoln Memorial, Washington

    Pass by

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    Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    Pass by

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    World War II Memorial, Washington DC

    Pass by

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    Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

    Pass by

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    Chinatown

    Pass by

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    Ford's Theater

    Pass by

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    The White House

    Pass by

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    InterContinental The Willard Washington D.C.

    Pass by

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    Capitol Hill

    Pass by

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    Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, Washington

    Pass by

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    Smithsonian Air & Space Museum

    Pass by

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    The Wharf

    Pass by

  • 4 drop-off locations:

    700 L'Enfant Plaza SW, 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW, 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW, 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights
  • Enjoy panoramic views of DC from an open-top bus as you learn the city's history
  • Hop off and on at any stop around the National Mall to visit famous sites
  • Explore the Lincoln Memorial and get up close and personal with Honest Abe
  • Admire the Martin Luther King Jr. and FDR Memorials near the Tidal Basin
  • Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the scenic Potomac River and see iconic monuments
Full description
Explore the grandeur of 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 Washington, 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 Capital 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. Complete your DC experience with the 3-Day Explore option and enjoy a scenic 45-minute cruise along the Potomac River between the The Wharf and Georgetown. Admire breathtaking views of iconic landmarks, including the Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Washington Monument, from the comfort of a climate-controlled vessel. Explore Georgetown's historic colonial neighborhood, with its cobblestone streets, charming shops, and unique restaurants. Alternatively, visit The Wharf for its trendy restaurants, boutiques, concert venues, and on-the-water activities, plus easy access to downtown DC and the National Mall. Ticket is valid for a one-way journey in either direction.
Includes
  • Unlimited hop-on and hop-off access for the duration of the ticket
  • Unbeatable views from an open-top double-decker bus
  • 1, 2, or 3-day ticket
  • Monuments Water Taxi cruise along Potomac River (included with 3-day ticket)
  • Professional digital commentary with souvenir earbuds
  • Free 1-hour bike rental at Unlimited Biking
  • $5 off ARTECHOUSE tickets
  • Free Big Bus app with route information and real-time bus tracking
  • Hotel pickup

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Headphones

Not allowed

  • Non-folding strollers

Know before you go

  • Guests 18 and older must provide valid photo identification to enter Arlington National Cemetery. Potomac River Cruise is valid for a one-way journey only.

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Muriel – United StatesNovember 4, 2023 – Verified booking
We had such a good time, and we felt this was such a great way to see the city. Once we figured out what the Big Bus signs looked like, we didn't have any problem with the busses. We were provided with ear buds, which was great since I was having trouble getting my wireless once to connect. We had a 3-day option with the boat tour, and I might now have done that again.
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Robin – United StatesAugust 18, 2023 – Verified booking
Enjoyed the ride made for a nice chill time to a very hot day and tired feet! Be aware that some of the buses’ speakers for headphones are not very loud and some A/C doesn’t work as well. But we were told they are pulling in buses to correct these issues. Otherwise, definitely recommend…..
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Lisa – CanadaAugust 4, 2023 – Verified booking
This is a great idea for someone who has a couple days in D.C. I always like using the hop on-hop off bus to get my bearings in a new city. You can make notes on your map of the things the stops are close to. I had the 2 day ticket and it was perfect to see a lot of the key places in Washington, D.C.
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