Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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You haven't seen Washington DC until you've seen it at night! On this evening 100% live narrated tour, you'll enjoy the sights and sounds of Washington DC, and see first-hand how Washington turns into a magical city when the sun goes down. You cannot miss this experience of a lifetime!
Select one of these two departure points:
Union Station 50 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington DC, 20002
Washington Welcome Center 1001 E ST. NW, Washington DC, 20004
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If wheelchair access is required, please advise at time of booking
Emotional support animals and pets are not allowed on the tour
Guests must check in 30 minutes prior to tour time to secure your seat. VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE READ FOR THE DEPARTURE LOCATION YOU'VE CHOSEN ******The departure location for the Union Station departure is 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE, Washington DC, 20002 - located at front of Union Station in Columbus Circle bus departure lane (2nd lane) and for the Washington Welcome Center, the departure location is 1001 E St. NW, Washington DC, 20004.
100% Live Narration on every tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Union Station
Tour departs from Union Station if you chose it in your purchase. 50 Massachusetts Ave NE. If you chose Washington Welcome Center please board at 1001 E Street NW. Please check in 30 Minutes prior to tour time.
Supreme Court
Supreme Court
What‘s Included
Open Air Trolley
All taxes
Professional Tour Guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks
Restroom on board
WiFi on board
Options
Departs Union Station
50 Massachusetts Ave NE
Washington Welcome Center
Departs: 1001 E Street NW
Reviews
3,955 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend!
Nichole B,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour! Travels all over DC to view the sights at night. Three stops with plenty of time to explore. Highly recommend to easily see DC at night! MJ our guide was fantastic - he gave so much interesting information the entire trip!
Disappointed
Rance M,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I have no ideas.We arrived five minutes late and the trolley was gone. Being that we're traveling from out of town from florida.It didn't seem unrealistic that we might be a few minutes late, trying to figure out how to go to the pickup location.Also, there were delays on the metro.That we had no control over.
Tour review
Jin S,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a nice tour! I could go important spots where I could not go alone. My children also like this tour.
Monument History at Night
leighannea2026,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was my first night tour of the monuments. I highly recommend it!! It is such a different emotional experience seeing them illuminated that I was expecting. Also, the tour guides are super knowledgeable which makes the trip a treasure trove of joy and laughter, as well as a history lesson.
Great experience
Dawn B,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting guide and easy on/offexperience. Tour gave a good general overview of many sites for those who don't have a full day to see DC
Refund
Kiran G,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I did not get picked up because the trolley did not arrive at the pick up location. There were 2 locations to be picked up from to choose and I chose 50 Massachusetts but it did not arrive there
Loved it
C1532GVcarmenc,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome loved this. So much to see. Even when you think you know enough - you will still learn more from the Tour. Smiley was funny, entertaining and made the Tour more educational!! Considering the day Tour to see more
Smiley is the best tour guide!
Jacki S,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Smiley our guide, was excellent!!! He was very personal, knowledgeable, enteraining/interactive with everyone on the trolley. I will definitely request to have him as our guide on another tour!!
100% do it now!
grace a,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a fun experience! MJ our driver was so knowledgeable and funny and elevated the experience that much more. 10/10 i recommend to all my friends! Must
Facts you don't learn in school.
Jennifer Y,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A informational tour of our capital. The guide was fabulous. I would definitely recommend to anyone visiting our capital.
From US$48.95
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