Night-Time Monuments Bus Tour: Washington D.C. Illuminated
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Washington
Experience the magic of Washington D.C. at night with our Night-Time Monuments Bus Tour. See the iconic monuments and memorials illuminated under the stars for an unforgettable 3-hour adventure.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • U.S. Capitol - Get great pictures outside the beautiful and iconic U.S. Capitol as the sun goes down and the lights come up!
  • White House - See and photograph the exterior of one of the world’s most famous residences and hear the amazing history that goes with it.
  • National World War II Memorial - Visit this spectacular spot honoring the 16 million Americans who served in history’s most cataclysmic war!
  • Jefferson Memorial - Catch the Tidal Basin in all of its nighttime glory along with the memorial to one of our most accomplished and interesting Presidents.
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial - See the dramatic memorial to the legendary civil rights leader in its lovely Tidal Basin setting with beautiful trees and views.
  • Korean War Veterans Memorial - Visit this stunning memorial to the U.S. and U.N. troops who served in one of history’s most misunderstood conflicts.
  • Lincoln Memorial - Experience the majestic beauty of the Reflecting Pool, the National Mall and arguably the most famous of all of DC’s attractions honoring Abraham Lincoln.
  • Vietnam Veterans Memorial - View the world-famous “Wall” including the Women’s Memorial built to tell the complicated, often heartbreaking story of this unforgettable conflict.
  • U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial - See the so-called Iwo Jima Memorial and its famed figures raising the flag with stunning views of the city - honoring the USMC and its many sacrifices.
  • Washington Monument - UPGRADE: Optional upgrade available at checkout to include ticket for self-guided entry into the Washington Monument. Tickets will be handed out during your night tour and can be used for the following day of travel.
What's Included
  • Moonlit tour of Washington DC for a unique experience
  • Fully narrated, 3-hour sightseeing tour
  • Expert professional tour guide accompanying guests
  • Photo opportunities at 10 top attractions
  • Visits to significant DC sites, memorials, and Arlington Cemetery
  • Upgrade available for Washington Monument entry
  • Includes complimentary bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Additional Information

The city of D.C. is an intriguing place, which turns enchanting under the starlit sky at night. Experience the captivating sight of celebrated monuments and memorials under the glow of lights with our knowledgeable guide during a memorable 3-hour tour. During the spring and summer months, one might get the chance to witness a stunning sunset with symbolic landmarks like the Capitol or the Washington Monument in your view. As twilight sets, observe the illuminations brightening up popular spots like the White House and Lincoln Memorial. Throughout the autumn and winter, one can admire the city’s radiant beauty right from the inception of the tour, even delighting in the seasonal holiday decorations from November through January. This tour offers an ideal mix of riding and walking time, encompassing all major nocturnal sights in DC, all while you learn about the nation’s capital from our friendly and engaging live guide. If it’s your first time in DC, a night tour is a definite requirement. And if you’ve been here before, you’ll understand why numerous people wish to relive this experience.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Guests may choose to stay on the bus at any stop as desired or ask the tour guide how to modify the amount of walking at any stop.
  • 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. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
  • UPGRADE: Optional upgrade available at checkout to include ticket for self-guided entry into the Washington Monument. Tickets will be handed out during your night tour and can be used for the following day of travel.
  • If you purchase an additional tour or ticket: Please ask your tour guide or driver for your upgrade when being checked in.
  • All purchases of packages are final. Tickets are not refundable or transferable. Cannot be exchanged for another ticket. Only refundable in the event the site is closed.
Location
800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
Guests will meet at the bus stop on Pennsylvania Avenue, NW close to the corner with 9th Street NW, near the National Archives building. The bus will arrive approximately 15 minutes prior to your departure time. 800 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC 20004
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Wendy_n
Apr 27, 2024
Great way to see DC - Seeing DC light up at night was a magical way to see the city and added even more gravitas to our nation's monuments.
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Kayla_p
Apr 27, 2024
Best tour ever! - Such an amazing experience and honestly the tour guide James is what made the tour so great. He was hilarious and was very knowledgeable. 10/10 would highly recommend!
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Anne_m
Apr 27, 2024
Amazing Tour Experience - Sally and Godfrey made this tour memorable. Thank you for this amazing tour. We had so much fun!! My friends and I are oncology RNs attending the ONS Conference in DC and this was the perfect ending to the week.
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Patricia_s
Apr 26, 2024
DC at night! - Engaging tour guide. Beautiful city! Very thoughtful and moving, especially the WWII memorial and the Vietnam War memorial.
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Diana_m
Apr 24, 2024
Outstanding - We enjoyed this experience as part of our celebration for our 36th year wedding anniversary. Sally and Chris (driver) provided an excellent tour. Sally was very knowledgeable and Chris was a very safe driver.They even dropped us off close to our hotel after the tour. Awesome customer service.
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Rachel_c
Apr 24, 2024
5+ stars! - This tour completely exceeded my expectations! Vernon, our guide, was personable and educated us on the history behind each tour stop while throwing a joke in here and there. Even Godfrey the driver was engaging! Would definitely recommend this to anyone considering.
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722jasperf
Apr 22, 2024
If you want the best! - Chris and Sally were amazing! They provided the best insights to both the architects of the monuments and the honorees. This is the best night tour you can choose to take lead by the best guide and best driver!
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Nichola_h
Apr 20, 2024
Fantastic tour- highly recommended. - Sally was an incredible tour guide. Her knowledge was delivered in an uncomplicated, engaging and humorous style. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend to others. Thankyou Sally- a fantastic introduction to Washington DC.
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X666izjennak
Apr 19, 2024
Amazing Experience with Bus 400 - This night tour was phenomenal. Our driver Godfrey and tour guide Vernon were amazing - so friendly, warm, and experienced. Vernon really took the time to give us the history behind different monuments, including several lesser known facts, and he just made the experience really fun. Absolutely the best way to experience the monuments on a short trip to DC.
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George_w
Apr 20, 2024
Disgusted - This was our fifth trip to DC with night memorial tours with various companies and this was by far the worst experience. We brought friends and kept telling them how fabulous the night tour would be and we were nothing but embarrassed. Sally our tour director spent her time on the microphone in the bus talking about her pop culture movie opinions and how annoying 8th grade groups were -instead of giving us the memorial facts. Instead she had us “gather outside the bus” where she couldn’t be heard and wasted the time so that we were “always in a rush” and had little to no time to actually see the memorials! Because of the limited time we were forced to choose memorial to visit. For example, she talked so long outside the bus that she said we had to pick between Lincoln and the Vietnam… That we didn’t have time to see both. She instead referred to the tour as “just a taste” and that we would have to go back to see them during the day. Seriously??? That’s why we paid to have a NIGHT tour! To see the memorials at their best. Our limited time in the city did not allow for us to “revisit.” The time on the bus should have included the facts. NOT her movie opinions and we should have had ample time to see the monuments!
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