DC Memorials Night Tour: Glass-Roof Convertible Upgrade Option
Overview
Available languages
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!
Additional Info
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 October and March 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
Start/End Location
White House
Guided Stop (outside only)
What‘s Included
Profesional Tour Guide (English-speaking; on and off the bus)
Bottled water
Guided city tour
Gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop off
Luggage Storage
Options
Standard Tour Bus
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.
Smaller Glass-Top Convertible
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.
Reviews
6,907 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Monuments at Night are Best
Dan G,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Seeing the monuments at night put them in a different perspective than seeing them in the daytime. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and done an excellent job.
Very much worth it. We...
Big S,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very much worth it. We were even running 5 minutes late and they sent a van to pick us up and drop us off with the rest of the group.
Night Lights in DC
Explore14191887193,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best way to see it all! The glass rooftop is magical! Elvis is so informative and made the experience historical as it should be.
Great tour experience
LeiA O,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00George was fantastic. So much knowledge and such a great personality. Highly recommended this tour!!
DC at Dusk
Global49700164207,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rocky was an incredible tour guide and Kholifa was a great driver. Both very friendly and professional. Loved the tour.
10/10!
Angela B,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Great tour guides and lots of good information and stops. Great photo ops! The tour size was nice as a smaller group! Would recommend for anyone!
There's a lot of walking...
robert s,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00There's a lot of walking and steps so wear good shoes. Our guide Reid and bus driver were awesome. The monuments lit up at night were beautiful.
It was a very humbling...
Ashley B,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very humbling experience! Educational and Entertaining! Our guide George and driver Khalifa were absolutely fabulous! Plan on booking again to bring my children so they can enjoy this experience
This exceeded...
Kaitlyn D,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This exceeded expectations! Our guide Deion made this tour so much fun! He kept the energy high the entire 3 hours and shared so many fun tips. Seeing the monuments at night was something truly special. Highly recommend!
Our guide was extremely...
Cindee L,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was extremely informative and very nice! Also, our driver was also fantastic. Very enjoyable evening, well worth the time and money!
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