(Glass Roof / Open-Top) Discover DC
6 Hours • All Ages • Driver/Guide in One
Overview
Activity details
Board our one-of-a-kind glass-top bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC. This six-hour excursion also includes a lunch break and the opportunity to travel through the Tidal Basin.
Once you’ve learned about some of the most fascinating landmarks in the USA, including the White House, U.S. Capitol Building, and National Archives, you’ll get to see the breathtaking memorials of Thomas Jefferson and Franklin Roosevelt.
After lunch, summer brings the opportunity for a boat ride through Georgetown and the DC Waterfront. The tour price includes a complimentary boat ride, and tourists will have the opportunity to purchase lunch at one of several waterfront restaurants in the summer. In winter, instead of the seasonal boat ride, this Washington bus tour culminates with a visit to the iconic Kennedy Center.
What's included
- Washington DC sightseeing bus tour
- Climate-controlled glass-top buses
- Expert tour guides and live narration
- Bottled water on buses
- Guided walks
- Seasonal boat cruise (Apr 1 – Oct 15)
What's not included
– Lunch (available, and payable separately)
– Gratuities
– Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
- US Navy Memorial (Start/End)
- US Capitol Building
- White House
- World War II Memorial
- Thomas Jefferson Memorial
- FDR Memorial
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
- Boat Cruise (Apr 1 to Oct 15)
- The Kennedy Center (Oct 16 - Mar 31)
- Korean War Memorial
- Lincoln Memorial
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- Georgetown Waterfront Park
Additional information
Check-in details
Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes before your departure time for a timely check in process.
What to bring
Comfortable shoes and clothes.
Restrictions
While there will be some walking involved in the tour, your comfort is one of our top priorities. If you prefer, you are able to remain on the bus while sightseeing, as we do not require all guests to get off at every stop.
Disclaimers
Wheelchair & baby strollers accommodation:
We strive to make our tours accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our small-capacity tour buses can accommodate foldable wheelchairs and foldable baby strollers. However, if you or a member of your party uses a full-size wheelchair that requires a ramp, we kindly ask you to contact us directly. We're more than happy to make arrangements to accommodate your mobility needs.
Operational Dates: 7 days a week, rain or shine
Blackout Days:
Jan 1 New Year’s Day – All Tours Closed
Jan 20 March for Life – Day Tours Closed
Mar 18 Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon – Day Tours Closed
Apr 2 Cherry Blossom Ten Miler – Day Tours Closed
Apr 15 National Cherry Blossom Parade® – Day Tours Closed
May 7 National Women’s Half Marathon – Day Tours Closed
May 28 AMVETS’ “Rolling to Remember” – Day Tours Closed
May 29 Memorial Day – All Tours Closed
July 4 Independence Day – All Tours Closed
Aug 28 The Commitment March – Day Tours Closed
Oct 8 Army Ten Miler – Day Tours Closed
Oct 29 Marine Corps Marathon – Day Tours Closed
Oct 31 Halloween – Night Tours Closed
Nov 23 Thanksgiving Day – All Tours Closed
Dec 24 Christmas Eve – Night Tours Closed
Dec 25 Christmas Day – All Tours Closed
Dec 31 New Year’s Eve – All Tours Closed
Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are not provided
Parking:
Although there is no dedicated parking for our tours, many parking garages are nearby, along with street parking.
Colonial Parking - 601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
S&P Parking - 625 Indiana Avenue NW
LAZ Parking - 601 E St NW
Colonial Parking - 555 11th St NW
Important Note: If you are on a night tour, DO NOT park at the garage directly below the Navy Memorial Plaza. Some garages (including the one at the address we depart from) close before our tour returns at 10:30 pm. Please pay attention to hours before entering.
Cancellations
• Free Cancellation up to 24 Hours in Advance > if you cancel your booking 24 hours in advance of your tour departure time - a full refund will be issued
• Free Cancellation up to 1 Hour in Advance with Tour Booking Insurance > if you purchase Tour Booking Insurance at $5.99 per booking, booking cancellations may be made up to 1 hour in advance of your tour departure time for a full refund minus the value of the insurance.
• Please note that all our DC private tours carry a 7-day cancellation policy, and tour booking insurance is not available for private tours. Please note that insurance is non-refundable.