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: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.
Union Station
Stop 1 - Union Station in front of Columbia Circle
United States Capitol
Stop 2 - US Capitol at Garfield Circle
Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
Stop 3 - Air & Space Museum
International Spy Museum
Stop 4 - L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
The Wharf DC
Stop 5 - 800 Maine Ave
Washington Monument
Stop 6 - Washington Monument West
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Stop 7 - 266 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Stop 8 - Jefferson Memorial
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Stop 9 - 121 West Basin Dr SW
Lincoln Memorial
Stop 10 - 100 Daniel French Dr SW
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Stop 11 - Lincoln Memorial North & Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Arlington National Cemetery
Stop 12 - Arlington Cemetery
World War II Memorial
Stop 13 - World War II Memorial
Washington Monument
Stop 14 - Washington Monument East
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Stop 15 - Natural History Museum
Chinatown
Stop 16 - City Center & Chinatown
The White House
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
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.
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 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.
Reviews
3,725 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not so great.
David G,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
3.00Not that great. Not enough onfo nor help with calls for info by anyone who knows anything. Schedules not consistent with brochures.
Hop On/Hop Off is the...
Carol B,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Hop On/Hop Off is the best way to see DC. It gets you around to so many sights with a great, informative audio tour. I do this in every city I visit - never disappointed.
Big Bus DC tour
Chris P,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience! Best way to see DC efficiently! Night tour was awesome. Easy on and off bus. Plenty of stops, gives you flexibility.
funday day Friday......hit DC in a fun fashion
Joe R,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00I was scared to sign up for the Big Red Bus after reading some negative comments but went for it anyway It was fantastic and I went on a Friday Because I was cautious , I went to Union Station ( first station ) The Big Red Bus departed every 20 to 25 minutes as they claim I actually went inside Union Station and checked out the eateries ( McDonalds, Chic-Fila, Raising Canes and many more places ) Then got in line to board bus ( right outfront ) Bus loaded up and it was then about 70% full Every stop had a Big Red Bus employee standing at Drop off/ Pick up spot Everything went smoothly, Bus was never full to 100% capacity on my day I rode up Top all the times I was on bus......Temperature was 88 but no problem They even handed out ear buds for commentary
Very nice
Christy L,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was very nice. My daughter and I had a blast learning about our nation's monuments. We loved the fact of the sunset tour made everything look so magical
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