Discover the best of Washington D.C. on this Hop-on Hop-off trolley tour, with 15 stops at iconic sites across the city. Upgrade to include a tram tour of Arlington National Cemetery.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 1 day
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Live tour guide
- English
- Audio guide included
- Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Itinerary
Starting location:
Washington Welcome Center
Ford's Theater
Pass by
Petersen House
Pass by
The White House
Pass by
World War I Memorial, Washington
Pass by
National Archives, Washington, DC
Pass by
National Japanese American Memorial, Washington DC
Pass by
Union Station, Washington, DC
Pass by
United States Capitol, Washington DC
Pass by
Smithsonian Air & Space Museum
Pass by
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
Pass by
The Wharf
Pass by
International Spy Museum
Pass by
Washington Monument
Pass by
Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Washington DC
Pass by
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Pass by
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
Pass by
Lincoln Memorial, Washington
Pass by
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Pass by
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Pass by
National Museum of American History
Pass by
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Pass by
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Pass by
Arrive back at:
Washington Welcome Center
Main stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Enjoy an entertaining narrated tour of DC covering over 100 points of interest
- Tour at your own pace with unlimited on and off privileges at 25 popular stops
- Upgrade to include a tram tour of historic Arlington National Cemetery
- Choose between 1-day or 2-day tickets
- Download the App for commentary in 7 foreign languages and for GPS bus tracking
Full description
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
Includes
- 1 or 2-day admission to Old Town Trolley City Tour of Washington D.C.
- Admission to Arlington National Cemetery tram tour (if option chosen)
- Live English-speaking guide
- Downloadable pre-recorded commentary of the City Tour in 7 foreign languages
- Stadium Seating for City Tour Trolleys
- Transportation between Trolley Tour and Cemetery Tour
- Gratuities
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Meeting point
Board the trolley at the Washington Welcome Center, 1001 E Street NW, or any of the stops along the route.
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Not allowed
- Smoking
- Luggage or large bags
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
- Alcohol and drugs
Know before you go
- The Arlington Cemetery Tram Tour is 45-minutes long Monday-Friday; 1-hour long Saturday & Sunday
- Visitors who chose the option with the Arlington Cemetery Tram Tour can do this tour the day they go on the Trolley Tour or the next day
- Visitors may use the language app with GPS tracking technology for pre-recorded narration of the City Tour in Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, and Japanese
- Parking available near Washington Welcome Center Stop (10th & E St), paid parking is also available at Union Station and Arlington National Cemetery
- A valid passport or driving license (US residents only) is required for entrance to Arlington National Cemetery. Without this, entry will be refused and no refunds will be issued. Visitors aged 16 and 17 can present a valid school ID. Foreign ID cards will not be accepted