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Open-Top or Glass-Top National Mall Bus Tour Plus Seasonal Cruise

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Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

There’s no better way to tour Washington, DC, than with USA Guided Tours’ Glass-Roof Convertible Bus Tour! This unparalleled, glass-roof sightseeing experience features our glass-top, convertible Mercedes-Benz Sprinter!

Hop aboard and catch incredible panoramic views with an expert tour guide as your chauffeur and narrator. You will begin by exploring the National Mall to observe the United States Capitol, White House, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial, and much more while passing by and learning about other significant landmarks.

This tour operates year-round, rain or shine. The glass top, when closed, is completely waterproof and air-tight, so sudden weather or temperature changes are never a problem.

For a unique experience, this tour offers a leisurely cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: Apr to Oct) in Georgetown in the warmer months, and during the fall/winter, we get to experience the Pentagon City.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Shuttle buses and vans do not have storage for accommodating carry-on bags or baby strollers. Please only bring purses, briefcases, or backpacks for your tour.

No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!).

Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between Oct - Mar due to colder temperatures.

The tour price includes a boat cruise, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer.

In off-peak season (Oct – Mar), instead of boat cruise and Georgetown stop, we'll have lunch at Pentagon City Mall

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: April 1 to September 30)

Bottled water

Transport by glass-top or open-top, convertible tour bus

Live commentary on board

English-Speaking Live Tour Guide/Driver

Gratuities

Lunch

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

1

United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

Starts/Ends

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

Guided Walking Tour of the U.S. Capitol Building (outside only)

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

VIP Panoramic Tour

Glass Top Convertible: Upgrade in a stunning vehicle with an arched glass panel retractable roof. Open during the summer for fresh air! Fits 15
Seasonal Cruise: Seasonal Potomac River Cruise (April 1 to September 30)

Reviews

4.75

99 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • So-so experience, not our thing

    Lisa R,

    Jun 28, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    Not good time management... couldn't have a "sit down" lunch in Georgetown as advertised. Guide told us to "just get a sandwich or something and take it with us". I didn't pay over a $100 per ticket to eat a sandwich in my lap while a guide talked to much and we saw too little.

  • Excellent overview of the...

    joan w,

    Mar 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Excellent overview of the area. Brittany was an amazing tour guide with lots of interesting tidbits to add at each venue. Leah our driver was skilled at navigating traffic for a very smooth ride.

  • This tour is basically to...

    Rabindra P,

    Feb 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This tour is basically to visit Memorials of the American modern history. All the places visited are free admission to all.

  • Recommend highly Christopher

    Emmanuel B,

    Aug 23, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    First and foremost Christopher our tour guide was wonderful. We really enjoyed his fun sense of humor, he was very knowledgeable about the sights and history. We were also grateful for our experienced tour bus driver. Totally recommend!

  • Beautiful day in DC

    Jenny M,

    Aug 18, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    The friendliness and knowledge of the driver. We learned alot of history and it was enjoyable 😉. Hoping to come back in the future for a nighttime tour.

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