DC: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with 17 Stops and Arlington Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore DC with our flexible hop-on hop-off tours. With 17 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 of DC. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and the White House as our professional digital audio provides insightful history and hidden stories along the way.
Whether you're interested in history, culture, or simply soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of the city, our hop-on hop-off tours offer the perfect way to discover DC. Plus, with our live bus tracking, you'll always know when the next bus is arriving, ensuring a seamless sightseeing experience.
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
Download the free Big Bus app for city information and live bus tracking
Strollers must be folded while aboard bus
Free White House 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.
Unlimited Biking Offer: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free. Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock, roadside assistance and an illustrated map featuring key routes and attractions.
Visitors 18+ must show valid photo ID to enter Arlington National Cemetery. Explore this historic site with a self-guided digital walking tour, featuring the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington House, JFK's Gravesite, and the Memorial Amphitheater—complete with rich facts and stories at your own pace. 4o
Arlington National Cemetery walking tour is digital and self-guided
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Free 1-hour bike rental at Unlimited Biking
Digital audio commentary in multiple languages
Unlimited hop-on and hop-off access (24, 48, or 72 hours)
Open-top Double Decker sightseeing buses with 17 stops
Free Big Bus app with route information and real-time bus tracking
2-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
Self-Guided Digital Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule:First Departure at 9:30. Tours depart from Stop #1 Union Station (50 Massachusetts Ave NE, in front of Columbia Circle), or guests may board at any stop along the route. Last departure 4:30PM. Buses depart every 30 minutes (Nov-Feb) and every 20 minutes (March-Oct). Download the Big Bus app for route info, live bus tracking, and customer assistance via chat.
Stop 1 - Union Station in front of Columbia Circle
Stop 2 - US Capitol at Garfield Circle
Stop 3 - Air & Space Museum
Stop 4 - L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
Stop 5 - 800 Maine Ave
Stop 6 - Washington Monument West
Stop 7 - 266 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW
Stop 8 - Jefferson Memorial
Stop 9 - 121 West Basin Dr SW
Stop 10 - 100 Daniel French Dr SW
Stop 11 - Lincoln Memorial North & Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Stop 12 - Arlington Cemetery
Stop 13 - World War II Memorial
Stop 14 - Washington Monument East
Stop 15 - Natural History Museum
Stop 16 - City Center & Chinatown
Stop 17 - The White House & Willard Hotel
Options
24hr Ticket & Arlington Tour
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 17 convenient stops around the city and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Arlington Cemetery Tour: Explore the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Robert E. Lee's Memorial, JFK's Gravesite and more with a digital walking tour
Free Oval Office Photo: Free Oval Office digital photo from White House Gifts
Bike Rental Offer: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free with Unlimited Biking. Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock.
2-Hour Panoramic Sunset Tour
2-Hour Tour: Narrated open-top bus tour at sunset exploring iconic DC landmarks. Not a hop-on hop-off.
48hr Ticket & Arlington Tour
48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 17 convenient stops around the city and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Arlington Cemetery Tour: Explore the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Robert E. Lee's Memorial, JFK's Gravesite and more with a digital walking tour
Free Oval Office Photo: Free Oval Office digital photo from White House Gifts
1-Hour Free Bike Rental: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free with Unlimited Biking
24hr Day Tour plus Sunset Tour
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 17 convenient stops around the city and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
7PM Sunset Tour: Departs at 7PM. 2-hour open-top sunset tour exploring iconic DC landmarks illuminated by golden hour. Not a hop-on hop-off.
72hr Ticket & Arlington Tour
72-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 17 convenient stops around the city and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Arlington Cemetery Tour: Explore the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Robert E. Lee's Memorial, JFK's Gravesite and more with a digital walking tour
Free Oval Office Photo: Free Oval Office digital photo from White House Gifts
1-Hour Free Bike Rental: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free with Unlimited Biking
Reviews
3,650 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
DC big bus
daniellesargent,
Jul 18, 2025
- Viator
2.00The bus tour was fine, information was fine but the conditions of the buses were underwhelming. No shade on the open top part and no ac in the enclosed area. It was actually unbearable and we decided not to use it for the second day that we had tickets.
The bus
Betty G,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
1.00The bus was way too hot, there was no air condition that worked. Everyone on the bus was complaining about how hot Ian’s uncomfortable the tour was. The driver was very rude with no customer service. I will never ride or recommend this tour to anybody. The amount we paid for the tour was entirely too much. We were from Illinois and we were so excited about the tour, but because of the heat on the bus it was a big letdown.
Great tour and experience
Kristina D,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing time on our trip and loved being able to hop on a bus and not have to wait to long for it. We only had one driver that left the stop fairly quickly while our son was still in the stairs, almost making him fall, but the others were great. Having someone at most of the stops made finding the spot a lot easier, and they were all very friendly.
Just ok
Sam F,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
3.00No AC on bottom deck very hot and sticky. Not all stops are wheel chair accessible. Drivers do the best they can but if you are unable to walk at all you will have to skip some stops due to city traffic and some of the buses are unable to lower properly. Even the first stop at union station requires some one to get out of their wheelchair and step up onto the sidewalk.
Stop info needs improving
Rose A,
Jul 12, 2025
- Viator
3.00Most drivers did not announce which stop we were at, nor did the recording. Signs on street poles did not list a # either. In one bus, the air was not working. In another, the bottom floor seats were full of water 1st thing in the morning. While in the upper seats, I was hit in the face with a tree branch.
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