Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus

Overview

Available languages

German

Portuguese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

2 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

Hop on board and discover Washington DC on this 2-hour tour, lit up for the night. Listen and learn of the fascinating history of each landmark with recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish & Brazilian Portuguese.

Cruise by historical landmarks and highlights such as the Capitol Building, the Washington Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the White House, Rosslyn, Georgetown, Pentagon and others. Marvel at the Lincoln Memorial as the illuminating lights reflect over the Lincoln Memorial Pool.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Wheelchair accessible

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

Panoramic night tour operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to secure your seat. Everyone sits on top deck, unless otherwise requested

Night Tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour

Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required

Guests may activate ticket via Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Union Station

Washington DC becomes even more beautiful after the sun sets. Join us on our 2-hour Sunset Tour to discover the nation's capital from a whole new perspective. *The Night Tour takes two hours and is not a hop-on, hop-off tour.

Admission Not Applicable

Lincoln Memorial

15-minute stop to view and take pictures on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Save up to 40% when you bundle Hop-on Hop-off and Night Tour

15-minute photo stop at The Lincoln Memorial

2-Hour Panoramic Night Tour of DC

24 or 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 stops (if option selected)

Open-air, double decker bus

Digital Audio Commentary in multiple languages

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

2-Hour Panoramic Night Tour

Departs at 630PM: See DC illuminated at night

48-Hour Ticket & Night 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.
2-hour Panoramic Night Tour: See DC illuminated by night. Departs Union Station at 630PM
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

24-Hour Ticket & Night 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.
2-hour Panoramic Night Tour: See DC illuminated by night. Departs Union Station at 630PM
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

4.27

1,173 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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146

110

Great Experience
C1755FTlaurenb,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ms Gale was the best thing smoking! She definitely made my experience extraordinary. Definitely looking forward to coming back during cherry blossom season.
Excellent attendiment
G6171DErenatof,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I loved the experience, especially the excellent attendiment! The lady was very kind to us, she is named Sharia Hammonds!
Great time
timmA3737MI,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were at the table at Union Station looking at the brochures but no one was there. Finally a young man by the name of DeVaughn approached us. For some reason the attendee of the stand was not there and DeVaughn came to help us on his day off. We did both the day and evening tour and it was awesome. Thanks DeVaugh. You better give him a good cut of our price we paid.
Not worth it
Jennifer F,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Monument by night tour description states it is approximately 2 hrs 15 min. We were back at Union Station in 1 hr and 45 min. Totally not worth it.
Great way to see Wasjington DC at night
Carol S,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a way to see Washington after dark. All the monuments lit up and look different from day time. It takes 2 hours but dont stress they do make one stop for a look break 😆. Our bus driver Miss (can't remember) was an excellent driver and quite funny and very happy to answer any questions.
Amazing & worth it!
BackPacker746874,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ms. Gail was a fantastic driver for our group. She has a great personality, full of enthusiasm, energy and was very helpful.
Magical evening. Seeing...
Leslie B,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Magical evening. Seeing monuments at night and riding on top of bus easy and comfortable. Miss Gale exceptional and fu
Pleasant tour experience!
Jeffreychu0912,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ms.Gale is very thoughtful tour guide, very polite and knowledgeable, gave us a wonderful touring experience, appreciated!
DC monuments at night and much more!
Barbara A,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was well done. We saw everything on the itinerary and this tour included the DC monuments but also a tour through Georgetown, old town Alexandra and parts of Arlington. A very inclusive tour.
Not great!
jrudpik,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Speaker for ear plug info did not work- bus broke down- lower bus no air & windows very difficult to see through- driver rude & did not inform passengers throughly- I hate to say it..... big bus 👎

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