Hop-On Hop-Off Double Decker Tour & Arlington Cemetery Audio Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC. Plus, a portion of every ticket goes towards preservation.
Explore DC with our flexible hop-on hop-off tours. With 18 stops to explore, you have the freedom to create your own itinerary and discover the city's iconic landmarks at your own pace.
Our tours allow you to experience the best of DC while enjoying the comfort of open-top double-decker buses. Hop on and off at any stop throughout the city, giving you the flexibility to explore.
From the historic landmarks of the National Mall to the hip neighborhoods of Georgetown, our routes cover the must-see sights. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Lincoln Memorial and White House as our professional digital audio provides insightful commentary along the way.
Enhance your Big Bus Tours experience with three exclusive, audio guide walking tours of Arlington National Cemetery, the Tidal Basin, and Georgetown.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your Dollars in Action: A portion of every ticket helps preserve the National Mall’s iconic monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus tour supports America’s history for generations to come
Complimentary shuttle services from city hotels to Stop #1 available at select times - please view ticket voucher for exact times.
Free Oval Office Commemorative Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket.
Choice of audio guide tours includes Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin, and Georgetown neighborhood. Guests 18 and older must provide valid photo ID to enter Arlington Cemetery.
Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 50 minutes
Operating Schedule:Meeting Point - Stop #1 Washington Monument (1400 Jefferson Drive SW). Recommended alternative stop - Stop #3 National Japanese American Memorial (415 New Jersey Ave NW) As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC. Hours of Operation - First Bus 9:00AM, Last Bus 4:30PM
Stop 1 - Washington Monument
Stop 2 - Natural History Museum
Stop 3 - National Japanese American Memorial
Stop 4 - US Capitol at Garfield Circle
Stop 5 - Air & Space Museum
Stop 6 - L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
Stop 7 - The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise
Stop 8 - Smithsonian Metro
Stop 9 - Bureau of Engraving & Holocaust Musuem
Stop 10 - Jefferson Memorial
Stop 11 - FDR and MLK Memorial
Duration:1 hour 15 minutes
Operating Schedule:Meeting Point - Stop #1 Washington Monument (1400 Jefferson Drive SW (on Jefferson Dr. SW & corner of 14th St. by Bike Racks) As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC. Hours of Operation - First Bus 930AM, Last Bus 430PM
Stop 1 - Washington Monument
Stop 12 - World War II Memorial
Stop 13 - Lincoln Memorial & Korean War Memoria
Stop 14 - Arlington Cemetery
Stop 15 - Constitution Gardens
Stop 16 - The White House
Stop 17 - Ford's Theater
Stop 18 - The Willard Hotel/US Treasury
Options
24hr Ticket - Red Loop Only
Duration: 1 day: 24 hours of validity Red Loop (11 Stops): Discover the best of DC with a route focused on the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and world-famous monuments
72hr Ticket - Red & Blue Loops
72-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour Arlington Cemetery Audio Tour Free Oval Office Photo 1-Hour Free Bike Rental
24hr Ticket - Blue Loop Only
Duration: 1 day: 24 hours of validity Blue Loop (7 Stops): Go beyond the National Mall with a route that includes the White House, Arlington National Cemetery, and other key areas
24hr Ticket - Red & Blue Loops
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour Arlington Cemetery Audio Tour Free White House Gifts Photo 1-Hour Free Bike Rental
48hr Ticket - Red & Blue Loops
48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour Arlington Cemetery Audio Tour Free White House Gifts Photo 1-Hour Free Bike Rental
What‘s Included
Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
Digital commentary aboard hop-on hop-off bus in multiple languages
Open-top Double-decker buses with 18 convenient stops
24/48/72hr Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
Professional audio-guided walking tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin, and Georgetown
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3,961 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Possibly good
Dezeri N,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00I didn't actually get to experience the tour, we didn't make it to town in time to use it. It was past the deadline to cancel when i realized we wouldn't be there in time, so I called attempting to extend it to a two-day pass and was told someone would get back with me, no one ever did. The next day while in DC we did see several buses around so I think it would be a good hop-on/hop-off tour if you actually get to use it. I was disappointed with the lack of communication/response to my request though. Even a simple "No" would have been nice. I wasn't asking for a refund, I was asking to extend my tour. Because of this I chose another bus company for our 2nd day.
The Big Bus is a big S#&@ Show.
garyhK9642MR,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Don't use the Big Bus Tour! They left us stranded at the Lincoln Memorial for over an hour last Friday (June 19th). They "claimed" they would be cycling by every 30 minutes. After 75 minutes we took a cab back to our original starting point. In addition, the Tour Bus Operator could not be heard on the upper deck of the ride. In general, a complete cluster #$&k. While we stood there waiting for the Big Bus, other tourist bus companies continued to roll by us, which just ticked us off even more! I emailed the company, and yet to have a response.
Devaughn and tajon
bogdanri,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Devaughn and tajon were the best thank you for all the i fo you guys did amazing
Sharia rocks
Vicki O,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Can’t say enough about our driver, Sharia! She welcomed us as we boarded that morning, answered our questions and ended up being our driver later in the day as well. Sharia, you rock! Thanks for making our day!
DC review
R5273AXvs,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sharia was our bus driver and she was excellent. The guided tour on the headphones was good in explaining the sites and history of Washington, DC. The whole family enjoyed it.
GREAT experience
Hortensia C,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The big red bus is the best experience; it shows you all of Washington DC. My favorite is the Lincoln Monument. I was able to see where it all was and organize my days.. I recommend ENJOY!!
Horrible experience
Lisa L,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00It was Sunday. We waited and waited bus passed us by seen us stopped but drove by. We were at the stop. Will never use them
Amazing experience with Etana
Quest23557441838,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Etana was so kind and hospitable! He made sure we were comfortable and that we enjoyed the tour!
KVT
kyesst,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nina & Zarya were very helpful.
Devaughn was the best he gave us great food and info options thank you
Relax313025,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Devaughn was the best thank you for your help
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