DC Memorials Night Tour: Glass-Roof Convertible Upgrade Option

Overview

Available languages

English

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

Admission Not Applicable

The White House

Guided Stop (outside only)

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

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

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6,936 reviews

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Excellent Tour around DC!
Kasey N,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great tour! Our driver and tour guide were amazing and took good care of us. The stories were interesting and there was plenty of opportunity to take photos! Thanks for a great evening! I would recommend that you wear good walking shoes! Book this tour, you won’t regret it.
Very cold but worth it
Annie H,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
even colder as we made our way through ice and slush while walking to the sites. Even though our group was shivering, Reed was as professional as they come. The amount of knowledge this young man shared over 3.5 hours was truly impressive. Let’s also give a shout-out to Tyron, our driver for the night. He was laid-back, kept us safe, and helped make the experience even better. The nighttime tour was absolutely stunning, and I highly recommend it.
It’s 3 hours so plan...
Dondra B,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It’s 3 hours so plan accordingly. Water is provided but have dinner before you leave. Guide was very knowledgeable
Highly Recommend Night Viewing of Memorials
Kristine P,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Dion was the BEST tour guide and very entertaining with his highlights and knowledge of the museums we saw during the night tour. He definitely made the viewing of statues and memorials very memorable. Very cool experience to see the memorials lit up at night and hopping on and off the bus was a great way to see many memorials in a short period of time.
Excellent Tour
Ronda H,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Seeing the sights at night was awesome. Our guide was the bomb. He was knowledgeable and fun. Don’t miss this tour.
Night tour
julialZ956RW,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We came the night before the big winter storm, it was freezing and windy but our guide was on point! He was well informed, told jokes and kept the whole night light and fun! Highly recommend!
Great energy, great info!
GoPlaces823973,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Elvis is the man! His energy was wonderful and got our grouped hyped even on a bitterly cold evening. He was so knowledgeable and I learned more than I imagined. Alicia was a wonderful sidekick, very kind and helpful. You both are amazing. Thank you!!!
Insightful!
Alfredo R,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Derrick & Tyrone were super insightful! Really enjoyed the tour! Tour was fun and full of information.
Helpful, honest , comfortable
wendellt446,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Appreciate Bryan for the early check in very mannerable. Appreciate him & because of him I would come again.
Absolutely book this tour
U9376ETmichaelab,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour exceeded the expectations. Sam and Tyrone were absolutely the best. The night tour had its own charm compared to the day tours, less people/barely any, and the lights at night highlight the monuments in the best ways. Sam is an excellent guide. If you want to see all the highlights in one evening, learn more about the history and the whys, and save your feet, absolutely book this tour.