DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour, Open-Top Vehicle Option

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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 Oct 15 - Mar 15 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‘s Included

Profesional Tour Guide (English-speaking; on and off the bus)

Bottled water

Guided city tour

Transport by high-end open-top / glass-top convertible bus, if option selected

Gratuities

Hotel pick up and drop off

Luggage Storage

What To Expect

1

United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

Start/End Location

Admission Not Applicable
2

White House

Guided Stop (outside only)

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

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.

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.

Reviews

4.68

6,679 reviews

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  • It’s so worth it to take...

    Gloria M,

    Aug 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It’s so worth it to take this tour. Our tour guide George was very knowledgeable and funny too. Andrew our driver was awesome also👍🏻

  • Great Tour With Lots Of Information

    Helen S,

    Aug 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great experience and allows you to see all of the National monuments in one night. Having the guide means you learn about each monument and the history behind them. Definitely recommend doing this tour.

  • Very informative. Tour...

    Debbie M,

    Aug 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very informative. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and enjoyed the tour even in the light rain that happened last night.

  • Excellent

    Nora E,

    Aug 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Informative guide was funny and knowledgeable was a great experience would recommend doing this tour

  • First timer

    Michael B,

    Aug 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour shows all the memorials but tour guide elevates the experience and shows and explains little nuances that make it for a great time

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4.68
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