Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat Cruise

Tour guide informs visitors to the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.

Visitors head toward the United States Capitol Building on a cloudless day.

Visitors get clear views of the Washington Monument.

Jefferson Memorial shelters a 19-foot bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson.

Tour guide prepares his tour group on a charter bus in Washington, DC.

Crypt in the US Capitol Building contains 40 Doric columns made of smooth sandstone.

George Washington rises to the heavens on the rotunda of the US Capitol Building.

Visitors photograph works of art in the US Capitol Building.

Visitors mingle among the Doric columns of the US Capitol Building.

Duration6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 55 travelers

Overview

Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC!

Expanding on our popular Highlights Tour, this six-hour excursion also includes a lunch break and the opportunity to travel through the Tidal Basin.

See the very best of Washington DC in one day! Enjoy guided walks around the U.S. Capitol Building, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and more! For a unique experience, this tour includes a leisurely seasonal (Apr 1 to Sep 30) cruise on the Potomac River! In winter, we get to explore the Pentagon City.

Upgrade to our convertible tour bus for a unique sightseeing experience with an open-air view when weather permits, and a climate-controlled, glass-top roof for comfort during sudden weather changes!

Options

Discover DC Guided Bus Tour

Duration: 6 hours: 6hrs tour approx
Closed-Top Bus: Fully Guided Day Bus Tour in a Luxury Climate-Controlled Bus. Free Bottled Water. Lunch is Not Included in the Price.

Discover DC with Nick

Discover Washington DC with Nick McCall — "The DC Tour God" — as
seen on Netflix's Queer Eye!

What's included

Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: April 1 to September 30)
Upgrade to glass-top bus available
English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Lunch

What to expect

United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
15m

Starts/Ends
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
20m

Guided Walking Tour of the U.S. Capitol Building (outside only)
The White House
15m · Admission ticket not included

Guided Walking Tour of the White House (outside only)
National World War II Memorial
15m

Guided Walking Tour of WWII Memorial
Jefferson Memorial
15m

Guided Walking Tour of Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
15m

Guided Walking Tour of FDR Memorial
Georgetown
1h · Admission ticket included

SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Sep 30); in the warmer months, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and can purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.
The Pentagon
1h

SEASONAL (Oct 1 - Mar 31); The Pentagon City; lunch break & free time.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
20m

Guided Walking Tour of MLK Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
15m

Guided Walking Tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
15m

Guided Walking Tour of Korean War Veterans Memorial
Lincoln Memorial
20m

See the iconic memorial up close!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For either the Discover DC Guided Bus Tour (6349touronly) or the Upgrade: Glass-Top/Convertible (TG4) departure @ 10 AM: Look for the tour greeter near the tall, white flagpoles on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza (between 7th & 9th Streets) outside the Archives metro.

End point

For either the Discover DC Guided Bus Tour (6349touronly) or the Upgrade: Glass-Top/Convertible (TG4) departure @ 10 AM: Look for the tour greeter near the tall, white flagpoles on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza (between 7th & 9th Streets) outside the Archives metro.

Additional information

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Small carry-on bags are allowed, however it is recommended that you travel lightly. Due to security concerns, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board. Many of the attractions in Washington DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances. Traveling without bags or purses is recommended
Due to time restrictions, you cannot go inside any of the monuments, however you can spend about 15-20 minutes at each stop to enjoy up-close views
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
The boat cruise is seasonal from Apr 1 to Sep 30
Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
If you're driving, there is street parking and garages available near the meeting location, including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location.
We will meet guests in the front of the Navy 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.

Cancellation policy

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

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