Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with 18 Stops plus Guided Sunset Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
As the official tour of the National Parks Service, no one gets you closer to the National Mall monuments and the stunning Cherry Blossom Festival.
Discover DC aboard a Big Bus open-top double-decker with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access and digital commentary in multiple languages. See iconic sights like the White House, Capitol Building, and Arlington National Cemetery at your own pace.
Hop off to explore top attractions including the Smithsonian Museums, the Library of Congress, and powerful memorials on the National Mall.
Then, experience the capital in a whole new light with a 2.5-hour panoramic night tour featuring illuminated sites like the Washington Monument, the Iwo Jima Memorial, and the historic Georgetown neighborhood.
Explore the nation’s capital like never before. Find hidden spots, enjoy its historic charm, and see its landmarks all lit up at night.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours may be taken on separate days
Sunset Tour is 2 hours and departs from Stop #6 - L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
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.
Free Oval Office Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket.
Exclusive audio guide tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin and Georgetown. Guests must be 18 to enter Arlington.
Guests may activate ticket either via the Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff
Official Bus Tour Provider of the National Mall: a portion of every ticket helps preserve DC's monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus experience supports America’s history for generations to come
Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
What To Expect
Washington Monument
View from Big Bus
Lincoln Memorial
View from Big Bus
Options
72hr Bus/Night Tour/Arlington
72-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour 2-hour Sunset Tour Free Oval Office Photo 1 Hour Free Bike Rental
24hr Bus/Night Tour/Arlington
48hr Bus/Night Tour/Arlington
48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour 2-hour Sunset Tour Free Oval Office Photo 1 Hour Free Bike Rental
What‘s Included
24, 48, or 72-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour validity (up to $83 value)
2hr Sunset Tour (Live Guide during March and April 2026)
Exclusive digital tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin and Georgetown
Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
Open-top Double Decker Bus
Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
Digital commentary aboard bus in multiple languages
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
97 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Your comfort really depends on the weather
swoopypie,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00First, the 7pm Black loop is TOTALLY WORTH IT. Its cool enough, and includes 2 stops. They gave us too much time at the Dr King memorial and too little time at the Lincoln memorial, but seeing DC from 7pm to 9pm is the way to go, imho. But if its a hot or muggy day, the photos of smiling passengers will not be indicative of your red/blue line experience. These buses have no A/C, and if you want to sit al-fresco and its a sunny day, you'll be just as sweaty. Think: "summertime Alabama prison bus experience" and this will meet that expectation.
First ride on a tour bus.
Experience645948,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brandon B. Was a great operator. He explained in detail about the tour and how I could hop on and off the bus. He was very professional and very knowledgeable about all things DC. Me being by myself, he assured me that I would have a great experience. A very nice young man. The only problem was when the tour bus had to stop for about 10 minutes to change a belt. It eventually got fixed. Some passengers complained and got off the bus, but I just waited patiently. Things happen. Overall, it was a nice tour of the city.
Hop on and hop off to see the best of Washington DC.
N2736SLdebbiec,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great way to easily get around and see the sights of this beautiful city! All of the staff was very friendly and helpful, especially Shavar. He was a wealth of information! The sunset tour was really nice. We’d highly recommend this tour!
A must in DC!!
Norma T,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ms Gail was a great driver and our historian was AMAZING!! I cannot remember her name but she was amazing!! She knows history!!!!!
Wonderful experience!...
Nancy P,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience! Sunset Tour was very educational Nur our curator was very knowledgeable & engaging.
Great Experience- Tajon Fox
aliciaz496,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were out walking and saw the bus tour and we talked with Tajon and he was AMAZING, so kind and helpful and gave us a great experience. Loved talking to him and getting out group setup for a tour.
devaughn was great
elleases2026,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00devaughn was great he was an amazing
Family trip
richnsuel,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Devaughn was great amazing costumer service
Family Trip to Dc
Passport03108938905,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Devaughn was awesome and super helpful! Great tour.
Great experience!👍
790sangeetas,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed all our Big Bus rides. Levon was very helpful and guided us well 😊.. Thanks!
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