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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the stunning beauty of the architecture and memorials of Washington, D.C. lit up after dark.
You’ll begin the tour at the U.S. Navy Memorial, then board the luxury, late-model tour bus and make yourself comfortable before we head off to iconic attractions, including the White House, the Korean War Memorial, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial.
Each building and monument features a special illumination at night. Hop off the bus and explore the memorials with your guide, taking advantage of multiple photo opportunities. The full shimmering skyline can be seen at the start and end of your tour, including views of the twinkling Tidal Basin and Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
For a more exclusive experience, upgrade to our convertible/glass top vehicle which serves a smaller group and provides fresh air and uninterrupted views!
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Small carry-on bags are allowed; however it recommended to travel light
For security reasons, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board
Please note that most attractions in Washington, DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances, and to make your sightseeing experience as seamless as possible, we recommend traveling light on our tours
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between Oct - Mar due to colder temperatures
Departure Location: Tours Start/Ends at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests in the front of the Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW. Please note: rideshares tend to bring people to the opposite side of the block.
Parking/Metro: We do not have dedicated parking for this tour. There is street parking and parking garages (including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location) located in the area. Tours also meet directly outside the Metro station "Navy Memorial - National Archives" on the yellow and green lines.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Profesional Tour Guide (English-speaking; on and off the bus)
Bottled water
Guided city tour
Gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop off
Luggage Storage
United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
Start/End Location
White House
Guided Stop (outside only)
Up to 50 Passengers: Standard Bus
Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
UPGRADE: Glass top vehicle: Less than 15 people! Enjoy a smaller group in an arched-glass convertible van. (The roof is open by default April to August)
Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
6,804 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Christine W,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
Since this is an evening tour it might be smart to use your phone light in certain areas. Lots of wonderful information on this tour. A full three hours. Wear good walking shoes!
Samuel R,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
Awesome trip, we saw all the monuments, and learned about the city. Seeing all the buildings you see on TV was super cool.
Jessica G,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
We decided to book this night time open roof tour for our honeymoon as a fun excursion. We were thoroughly disappointed since they over booked the tour and we had to sit in the very front where you can’t see anything and it’s not open, not only that but since the tour guide is behind you in the open spot, you also can’t hear. I was to the point of tears I was so upset and disappointed, I made the drive 13 hours, which was out of our way in order just to do this tour. Luckily, they closed the windows so we could actually see and most of the tour was outside instead of in the bus. The tour guide was great and the driver was too. A little advice: if they try to put you in the very front two seats say no and tell them you want to be on a different bus. We ended up having a good time and rented the scooters on the street after to get back to our location. The tour guide made it better, I would go again but I would absolutely refuse the front seat and get on another bus or book another day (if we had the time). Over all the tour is great and we would give it another shot.
Michele M,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
Great tour, our guide was very knowledgeable. Most Monuments looked amazing lit up, although a couple were too dark to really see properly. Definitely recommend.
Tim O,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
Great tour with a smaller group. Our guide Derek was knowledgeable and fun. The night view of monuments was amazing and vibrant.
Operated by USA Guided Tours