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- German
- Portuguese
- English
- French
- Spanish
As the official tour of the National Parks Service, no one gets you closer to the National Mall monuments and the stunning Cherry Blossom Festival.
Discover DC aboard a Big Bus open-top double-decker with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access and digital commentary in multiple languages. See iconic sights like the White House, Capitol Building, and Arlington National Cemetery at your own pace.
Hop off to explore top attractions including the Smithsonian Museums, the Library of Congress, and powerful memorials on the National Mall.
Then, experience the capital in a whole new light with a 2.5-hour panoramic night tour featuring illuminated sites like the Washington Monument, the Iwo Jima Memorial, and the historic Georgetown neighborhood.
Explore the nation’s capital like never before. Find hidden spots, enjoy its historic charm, and see its landmarks all lit up at night.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR: Redeem ticket at Stop #1 – Washington Monument, or with the driver at any route stop. SUNSET TOUR: departs from Stop #6 - L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
Itinerary
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Washington Monument (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Lincoln Memorial (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Thomas Jefferson Memorial (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
International Spy Museum (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Arlington National Cemetery (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
National World War II Memorial (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Chinatown (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
The White House South Lawn (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Union Station (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
U.S. Capitol (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
The Wharf DC (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
Georgetown (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free -
U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (Pass by)
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Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tours may be taken on separate days
- Sunset Tour is 2 hours and departs from Stop #6 - L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
- Unlimited Biking Offer: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free. Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock, roadside assistance and an illustrated map featuring key routes and attractions.
- Free Oval Office Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket.
- Exclusive audio guide tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin and Georgetown. Guests must be 18 to enter Arlington.
- Guests may activate ticket either via the Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff
- Official Bus Tour Provider of the National Mall: a portion of every ticket helps preserve DC's monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus experience supports America’s history for generations to come
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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