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.
Discover Arlington Cemetery with an expert local guide leading you through the historic landmarks and resting places of this national memorial ground.
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 atmosphere of the city, our tours offer the perfect way to discover DC.
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.
Arlington Walking Tour with Guide: departs at 1PM and meets at the Arlington Cemetery Visitors Center. Included in 48/72-hour tickets only. Operates September to October 30.
Guests 18 and older must provide valid photo identification to enter Arlington National Cemetery.
Guests may activate ticket in two ways: 1. Download and open the Big Bus app. Tap "Add Booking" and enter your booking reference. On the day of travel, open your ticket and press "Activate" then show your activated ticket to the driver at any stop along the route. Plus, use the app for route information and live bus tracking. 2. Redeem voucher and activate with Big Bus staff at Stop #1 - Union Station - bus meeting point in front of Union Station (50 Massachusetts Ave NE), or with any driver at any stop along the route.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
2-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (72-hour ticket only)
Free 1-hour bike rental at Unlimited Biking
Walking tour of Arlington Cemetery with Local Guide (48/72-hour tickets only)
Unlimited hop-on and hop-off access (24/48/72 hours)
Self-guided Arlington Tour also available on all tickets (no live guide)
Digital audio commentary in multiple languages
Open-top Double Decker sightseeing buses with 17 stops
Free Big Bus app with route information and real-time bus tracking
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule:Operating hours: 10AM-5PM 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. 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
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
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
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.
24hr Ticket Only
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.
DIGITAL Arlington Tour: Self-guided tour with no live guide
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.
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.
Reviews
3,797 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Would use again.
Susan E,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
4.00I can’t give an honest review. We never rode the bus. Everyone we saw one arrive at a stop it would drop people off and go. Never waited any time. So I would make sure to be at the stop if you want to use it. Another reason we never used the timing was never in our favor. To walk would only take 7 minutes to wait for the bus 20 minutes. We only had two days so waiting the 20 minutes didn’t work for us. I understand that most of this is not their fault and would definitely use them again when I return for another trip.
Washington DC Hop on Hop off Bus Tour
Linda G,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00All the employees were great and helpful. Answered questions and very knowledgeable. Made our trip very enjoyable.
We purchased the 72-hour...
Candice C,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
3.00We purchased the 72-hour ticket and our tour showed that a 2-hour panoramic Sunset Tour was included. We arrived at the Big Bus station and were told that the Sunset Tour was not included in the tour we purchased. I showed them where it showed it on the Viator website and they ended up honoring it. It also shows a walking tour of Arlington Cemetery with local guide was included (with 72-hour ticket), but it never gives any info about where or who to meet for this tour. When we asked at the Cemetery Visitor's Center we were told there are no guided walking tours. We ended up purchasing the pass from them to tour the cemetery instead.
Ok but needs to start before 10 am
Danelle J,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
3.00If you want to see everything on the 17 stop route, you need a 72 hour pass. We got a 48 hour pass and missed out on several stops that we now have to go on our own. The bus may start at 10 am but only in one location. Due to traffic and I feel not having enough busses it's too late of a start. Ends at 5. You shouldn't hop off at any site after 330 or you will never make it back.
This sucks
Angelica T,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
1.00Bought the 48 hour ticket. Didnt see any bus. Booking reference number given doesnt work on Big Bus app. Never got to activate our ticket. Not even 24 hours later, ticket disappeared.
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