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8 hours 30 minutes
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Get the presidential treatment with the most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building! For smaller groups, fresh air & uninterrupted views, upgrade to our convertible tour bus!
Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the National World War II and I Memorials, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.
After lunch, summer brings the opportunity for a boat ride through Georgetown and the DC Waterfront. The tour price includes a complimentary boat ride, and you will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants. In winter, we get to explore the Kennedy Center for lunch where we can see exhibits and galleries, stunning views from the terrace and shop in the gift shops [show your ticket for a discount]!
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Walking is involved to get an up-close look at the monuments (comfortable shoes are recommended)
Strollers may not be accommodated on tour
Security restrictions at the US Capitol and National Archives Buildings prevent any food or drinks being brought through security
During peak season, security lines are long, and as such, arriving ahead of time is highly encouraged
Tour Departure Times Are Subject to Change Due to Local Traffic Conditions
Please Arrive at the Meeting Point No Later Than 8:15 AM For Check-In
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
The tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (Seasonal: April 1 to October 15)
Upgrade to Glass-Top/Open-Top Convertible Bus Available
Reserved Entry to the U.S. Capitol Building
Tickets to the National Archives Building
English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
8:30 am Departure: Closed-top luxury bus with a designated driver and a tour guide
Glass-Top Convertible Bus: 8:30 am Departure. Small Group Tour. Up to 14 Passengers. Glass-Top or Open-Top Convertible Sprinter Led by a Driver/Guide.
2,315 reviews on TripAdvisor
AaronKimbrough,
Apr 3, 2025
Great way to see the highlights of DC. We used it as a “first glance” to determine what we wanted to return to later to spend more time exploring. Our guide Nick and driver John were excellent. Nick knows his history and the insights he shares make the tour that much better. We spent a little more for the upgrade to the glass top bus and it was well worth it. Would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to take in the major sights of DC.
Christine B,
Apr 2, 2025
This was an amazing experience. Nick was professional, funny, and engaging throught the whole tour. I appreciated his knowledge of the area and the expertise he was able to navigate us through the crowds on one of the busiest days to ensure we recieved the most from our experience. Being a solo traveler I appreciated being able to learn about the different sites and unique facts that are not otherwise known. I was able to knock several places off my travel list with this tour.
Carla F,
Apr 2, 2025
Great tour. Nick was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable, informative and funny. Lots of walking but you see a lot of Washington DC. Highly recommend.
Michael H,
Mar 29, 2025
Nick was excellent. Knowledgable, entertaining, and professional. Everything was very organized and we enjoyed the day very much!
Lana B,
Mar 27, 2025
I’m glad this was my first tour during my DC trip!! Our tour guide, Evan, made the experience enjoyable and was very informative!! Thank you Evan! Another big thank you to our driver Ali for getting us to our destinations safely! Highly recommend this tour. You get to see A LOT of DC in a day!
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