About this experience
Big Bus is the only official bus tour partner of the National Park Service; no one gets you closer to the best memorials, monuments, and landmarks of Washington, DC.
Watch DC transform from a bustling capital into a glowing city of monuments and history. The Sunset Tour takes you on a journey past the city’s most iconic landmarks just as the sun sets and the monuments begin to shine. With engaging storytelling, stunning photo opportunities, and comfortable open-top sightseeing, it’s one of the most memorable ways to experience the nation’s capital.
As evening falls, climb aboard an open-top double-decker and enjoy sweeping views of DC at its most beautiful. Travel through historic streets and along the National Mall as your expert guide shares the stories behind America’s most famous landmarks.
Watch the Washington Monument rise against the evening sky, admire the Lincoln Memorial reflected in the Reflecting Pool, and see the White House and U.S. Capitol illuminated after dark.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 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
- Optional Add-on: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with digital commentary
- Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
- Open-top Double-Decker Bus
- Stops at the White House and Lincoln Memorial
- 2.5-hour Sunset Tour of DC with Live Guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary and highlights
Washington DC becomes even more beautiful after the sun sets. Join us on our 2-hour Sunset Tour to discover the nation's capital from a whole new perspective.
*The Night Tour takes two hours and is not a hop-on, hop-off tour.
15-minute stop to view and take pictures on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
View from tour
View and take pictures at the historic Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial. On the Night Tour only. 15 minute stop. It is glorious at night!
View from tour
View and take photos from the top of the bus. Experience the memorial wall of lost lives.
Admire the basin and the beauty of the Jefferson Memorial
View the seat of the Executive Branch of US government
Meeting and pickup information
- Redeem your voucher with Big Bus staff at Stop #6 - L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum (475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, across from Spy Museum in front of US Postal Headquarters)
Languages and tickets
- German — Audio
- Portuguese — Audio
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- French — Audio
- Spanish — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Big Bus Tours - USA
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to secure your seat
- Sunset Tour is not a hop-on hop-off tour
- Please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
- Guests may activate ticket via Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff
- 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
- Sunset Tour departs at 6:30 PM (March 9–April 30 & Sept 3–Dec 30), and 7:00 PM (May 1–Sept 2) . Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.
- The Hop-On Hop-Off Tour can be redeemed via Big Bus app or in person at Stop #1 Washington Monument, 1400 Jefferson Dr. SW (on Jefferson Dr. SW, corner of 14th St. by Bike Racks)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Service animals allowed
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