About this experience
Explore Washington, D.C. with the Official Tour of the National Mall. As the National Park Service's authorized concessionaire, Big Bus takes you closer to the city's iconic monuments and memorials, with a portion of every ticket supporting their preservation.
Hop on and off at 18 stops to create your own itinerary and discover landmarks such as the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and U.S. Capitol at your own pace. Enjoy panoramic views from an open-top double-decker bus while listening to engaging digital commentary.
Your ticket also includes access to three self-guided audio walking tours of Arlington National Cemetery, the Tidal Basin, and Georgetown.
48-hour and 72-hour tickets also include the Georgetown Shuttle, making it easy to explore the historic waterfront, boutique shops, and charming streets of one of D.C.'s most vibrant neighborhoods.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr–1 hr 50 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr–1 hr 50 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Shuttle to Georgetown from National Mall (included with 48/72hr tickets)
- Live bus tracking and city information with Big Bus app
- Audio-guided walking tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin, and Georgetown
- Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
- Open-top double-decker buses - Access Two Routes with 18 stops
- 2.5hr Sunset Tour with Live Guide (if option selected)
- Digital onboard commentary with headphones (Hop-on Hop-off Tour)
- 24/48/72hr Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Ticket
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary and highlights
Red Loop
Stop 1 - Washington Monument
Stop 2 - Natural History Museum
Stop 3 - National Japanese American Memorial
Stop 4 - US Capitol at Garfield Circle
Stop 5 - Air & Space Museum
Stop 6 - L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
Stop 7 - The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise
Stop 8 - Smithsonian Metro
Stop 9 - Bureau of Engraving & Holocaust Musuem
Stop 10 - Jefferson Memorial
Stop 11 - FDR and MLK Memorial
Blue Loop
Stop 1 - Washington Monument
Stop 12 - World War II Memorial
Stop 13 - Lincoln Memorial & Korean War Memoria
Stop 14 - Arlington Cemetery
Stop 15 - Constitution Gardens
Stop 16 - The White House
Stop 17 - Ford's Theater
Stop 18 - The Willard Hotel/US Treasury
Georgetown Shuttle (included with 48/72hr tickets)
Washington Monument
National Geographic Museum of Exploration
Hyatt Place Georgetown
Georgetown Waterfront
Languages and tickets
- German — Audio
- Portuguese — Audio
- English — Audio
- French — Audio
- Spanish — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Big Bus Tours - USA
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests may redeem tickets via Big Bus app or in person at Stop #1 Washington Monumnent, 1400 Jefferson Dr. SW (on Jefferson Dr. SW, corner of 14th St. by Bike Racks)
- Your Dollars in Action: A portion of every ticket helps preserve the National Mall’s iconic monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus tour supports America’s history for generations to come
- Choice of audio-guided walking tours includes Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin, and Georgetown neighborhood.
- Live bus tracking, route information, and ticket activation available via the Big Bus app
- The Georgetown Shuttle operates daily every hour from 10:15 AM to 5:15 PM, with a full loop taking approximately 45–60 minutes. Please present your digital or printed ticket before boarding.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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