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See the very best of Washington DC in a single morning on this guided 3-hour National Mall bus tour. Travel comfortably on a climate-controlled coach while your knowledgeable local guide brings the city’s history, architecture, and landmarks to life.
This tour features 10 iconic stops where you’ll hop off the bus to walk, explore, and take photos of the most famous monuments and memorials:
White House (exterior)
U.S. Capitol (exterior)
Lincoln Memorial
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
World War II Memorial
FDR Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall
Vietnam Women’s Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
U.S. Marine Corps (Iwo Jima) Memorial
At each stop, enjoy 10–20 minutes to explore the area with your guide, take memorable photos, and hear stories that bring the history to life.
Upgrades: Enhance your tour experience with self-guided entry to the Washington Monument, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, or National Museum of African American History and Culture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Bus stop is located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW near the corner of 9th Street NW and close to the National Archives building. There will be sign on a pole with Signature Tours next to a bench. Please arrive no later than 9:45 AM. The address is 800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20004
Itinerary
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1U.S. Capitol
You will see the outside of our Nation's Capitol. This is a photo stop only.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2White House
You will get to see the outside of the White House. This is a photo stop only.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3National World War II Memorial
Stop at the World War II Memorial stands as a wonderful tribute to the lasting memories of those soldiers that fought in this war.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Jefferson Memorial
Stop at the Jefferson Memorial
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
A moving tribute to FDR.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
A tribute to a legend that fought for civil rights for all.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Lincoln Memorial
You will get to walk up the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and take pictures.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Vietnam Veterans Memorial
This is the most visited landmark in Washington, DC. Be ready to be moved.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Korean War Veterans Memorial
This Memorial is a tribute to those that fought in the Korean War.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Tidal Basin (Pass by)
Pass by the Tidal Basin. Bonus: Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travelers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees. The official Cherry Blossom peak bloom dates are announced by the National Park Service closer to the dates.
Admission ticket free -
10National Air and Space Museum
UPGRADE: option available at checkout to include self-guided entry to Air and Space Museum.
Admission ticket included -
11National Museum of African American History and Culture
UPGRADE: option available at checkout to include self-guided entry to the National African American History Museum.
Admission ticket included -
12Washington Monument
UPGRADE: upgrade option available at checkout to include self-guided entry ticket to the Washington Monument for use following city tour. Tours will conclude at the Washington Monument for those who selected this upgrade option at checkout.
Admission ticket included -
13Vietnam Women's Memorial
A tribute to our women soldiers who have served.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
National Cherry Blossom Festival (Pass by)
Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travelers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees during tour. The official Cherry Blossom peak bloom dates are announced by the National Park Service closer to the dates.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Buses are able to accommodate non-motorized/folding wheelchairs only
- There will be standing and walking during this tour. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as much of the tour is outdoors. DC can be very hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
- ATTRACTION TICKET UPGRADES (if purchased at checkout) Travelers who upgraded their tour to also include self-guided Reserved Entry to the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum, please be advised of the following: Ticket Upgrades: due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your tour and entry time assigned by the attraction based on availability.
- Cherry Blossom season (typically late March-early April) travelers will have time to walk along Cherry Blossoms trees. The official Cherry Blossom peak bloom dates are announced by the National Park Service closer to the dates.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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