VIP Best of DC with US Capitol + National Archives Reserved Entry
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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Get the presidential treatment with the most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building! For smaller groups, fresh air & uninterrupted views, upgrade to our convertible tour bus!
Your tour includes guided stops at the White House (outside only), the National World War II and I Memorials, Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.
After lunch, summer brings the opportunity for a boat ride through Georgetown and the DC Waterfront. The tour price includes a complimentary boat ride, and you will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants. In winter, we visit the Pentagon City.
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
Walking is involved to get an up-close look at the monuments (comfortable shoes are recommended)
Strollers may not be accommodated on tour
Security restrictions at the US Capitol and National Archives Buildings prevent any food or drinks being brought through security
During peak season, security lines are long, and as such, arriving ahead of time is highly encouraged
Tour Departure Times Are Subject to Change Due to Local Traffic Conditions
Please Arrive at the Meeting Point No Later Than 8:15 AM For Check-In
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
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
Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Reserved Entry to the U.S. Capitol Building
Tickets to the National Archives Building
English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)
Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (Seasonal: April 1 to September 30)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
What To Expect
U.S. Capitol
Reserved entry to the U.S. Capitol Building - the centerpiece of the capital city!
White House
When arriving at the White House (outside only), you will see the Executive Residence of the President and his family, as well as the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. This stop also includes a walk through the Elipse, otherwise known as the South Lawn.
Options
Upgrade: Panoramic Glass Top
Glass-Top Convertible Bus: Upgrade in a stunning vehicle with an arched glass panel retractable roof. Open during the summer for fresh air! Fits 15
Standard Luxury Tour Bus
8:30 am Departure: Closed-top luxury bus with a designated driver and a tour guide
Reviews
2,484 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
Z736EHrachell,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome tour! We didn't get to go into the Capitol and National Archives due to the government shutdown, but they still made the most of it! Nick was incredibly entertaining and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend! I plan on doing it again sometime once the shutdown ends to get the full experience :)
Thank you Calvin and Brittany for a great tour experience
Meander55887851436,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Calvin and Brittany were excellent! They really helped make the tour the best experience possible. When we were unable to keep up, Calvin let us hang back with him.
Cancelled and then...
TITUS K,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Cancelled and then informed going ahead Arrived at pick up spot and there was no tour bus in sight Checked app again and was told your was CANCELLED snd I should get a refund; still waiting for refund Very traumatic experience for myself and wife
All sound a great way to...
Brett A,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00All sound a great way to see Washington DC in one day with great commentary and history from our tour guide Dion!
Fantastic Tour
anitawhiteb,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic Tour of the city. It was my first visit to DC and they covered everything and more! Nick was great!. Very entertaining!
So fun!
L930BAkaylal,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much knowledge shared with us today! It was absolutely wonderful. Very worth doing this tour if you want to see and learn about all major spots in the National mall.
Great value! Definitely worth every penny
Darcy A,
Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was fantastic! I really don't think it's possible to see everything you get to see trying this on your own vs this tour. Elvis was our guide & Tanya was our driver. They worked so well together! Everyone on this tour really had a great time. Elvis is so knowledgeable about DC & had such a wonderful personality making us laugh with the occasional joke. I have already recommend this tour to my friends & recommend it for you too
DC with Evan and friends
Terri L,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Evan was absolutely amazing. He was so knowledgeable, engaging, and helpful. I would absolutely do another tour with him. The tour itself was wonderful, even though some of the monuments were closed due to the government shut down.
Many of the major sites...
Steve A,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Many of the major sites to see in Washington DC visited. The leader informed us all very well and knew much of the background to the sites. His instructions for the tour were very clear and he was most courteous to us. He freely answered our questions.
If we were to take a tour by ourselves, we wouldn’t of had the opportunity to experience Nick‘s knowledge
billyrH7578WY,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed Nick‘s knowledge he was entertaining. He was very personable. He also was very respectful. Anyone that is in Nick future tour or go away very pleased with the experience.
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