DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available

Duration3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

See a different side of Washington DC after dark on a guided night tour of the city's floodlit monuments. This tour runs on our standard enclosed coach — or you can upgrade at booking to our small-group convertible (open-top in warm months, glass-top in winter) for fresh air and unobstructed views. Choose your vehicle in the booking options below.

You’ll begin the tour at the U.S. Navy Memorial, then board the bus and settle in before heading off to iconic attractions, including the White House, the Korean War Memorial, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial.

After dark, each monument and building takes on a dramatic glow. Stronger verb, no repeat. Hop off the bus and explore the memorials with your guide, taking advantage of multiple photo opportunities. The full glittering sweep of the National Mall can be seen at the start and end of your tour, including the twinkling Tidal Basin and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.

Options

Glass-Top Convertible Mini Bus

UPGRADE: Glass top vehicle: Less than 15 people! Enjoy a smaller group in an arched-glass convertible van. (The roof is open by default April to August)

Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.

Luxury Closed-Top Tour Bus

Up to 50 Passengers: Traditional tour bus; closed-top; climate-controlled
Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.

What's included

Profesional Tour Guide (English-speaking; on and off the bus)
Bottled water
Guided city tour
the tour is conducted by either a closed-top or open-top convertible tour bus - please make sure to select one of the bus options

Gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop off
Luggage Storage

What to expect

United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
Pass by

Start/End Location
The White House
15m · Admission ticket not included

Guided Stop (outside only)
U.S. Capitol
15m

Guided Stop (outside only)
National World War II Memorial
15m

Guided Stop
Jefferson Memorial
15m

Guided Stop
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
15m

Guided Stop
Lincoln Memorial
20m

Guided Stop - Includes walking. This stop is conjoined with the one below.
Korean War Veterans Memorial
15m

Guided Stop
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
15m

Guided Stop
Marine Corps War Memorial
15m

Guided Stop

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Tours Start/Ends at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests in the front of the Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW.

End point

Tours Start/Ends at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests in the front of the Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW.

Additional information

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 recommended to travel light
For security reasons, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board
Please note that most attractions in Washington, DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances, and to make your sightseeing experience as seamless as possible, we recommend traveling light on our tours
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
Departure Location: Tours Start/Ends at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests in the front of the 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.
Parking/Metro: We do not have dedicated parking for this tour. There is street parking and parking garages (including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location) located in the area. Tours also meet directly outside the Metro station "Navy Memorial - National Archives" on the yellow and green lines.

Cancellation policy

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

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