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 Oct 15) cruise on the Potomac River! In winter, we get to explore the Kennedy Center for lunch where we can see exhibits and galleries, stunning views from the terrace and shop in the gift shops [show your ticket for a discount]!
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!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: April 1 to October 15)
✔ Upgrade to glass-top bus available
✔ English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Gratuities
✖ Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure:
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U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
Starts/Ends
Duration: 15 minutes
2
U.S. Capitol Visitor Center
Guided Walking Tour of the U.S. Capitol Building (outside only)
Duration: 20 minutes
3
White House
Guided Walking Tour of the White House (outside only)
Duration: 15 minutes
4
National World War II Memorial
Guided Walking Tour of WWII Memorial
Duration: 15 minutes
5
Jefferson Memorial
Guided Walking Tour of Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Duration: 15 minutes
6
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Guided Walking Tour of FDR Memorial
Duration: 15 minutes
7
Georgetown
SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Oct 15); in the warmer months, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and can purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.
Duration: 1.5 hours
8
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
SEASONAL (Oct 16 - Mar 31); lunch break & free time - enjoy the terrace for a view of the whole city, the exhibits and galleries & gift shops [show ticket to cashier for discount].
Duration: 60 minutes
9
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Guided Walking Tour of MLK Memorial
Duration: 20 minutes
10
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Guided Walking Tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Duration: 15 minutes
11
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Guided Walking Tour of Korean War Veterans Memorial
Duration: 15 minutes
12
Lincoln Memorial
See the iconic memorial up close!
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• 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 ravel 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 April 1 to October 15
• Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between Oct 15 - Mar 15 due to colder temperatures
