About this experience
Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Washington DC Guided Moonlit Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night via temperature-controlled coach bus, learning about various sites you pass along the way.
Travelers will have a chance to stop at 10 top sites for photos including the White House, US Capitol, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, World War II Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, and more. Enjoy the views as your route passes by 20+ additional sites including the Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and many of the Smithsonian museums.
Tour Stops:
• National Archives
• The U.S. Capitol
• White House
• WWII Memorial
• MLK Memorial
• Korean War Memorial
• Lincoln Memorial
• Vietnam Memorial
• Vietnam Women Memorial
• USMC Memorial
* Travelers will also have the option to upgrade their tour at checkout to include Reserved Entry Tickets to the Washington Monument, National Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 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
- 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.
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What is included
- Experience a moonlit tour of Washington DC for a unique experience
- UPGRADE: Add ticket for self-guided entry into the Air & Space Museum for use the following day
- Stops at 10+ Top Attractions including White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial
- Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
- Pass by top DC Sites such as Washington Monument, Smithsonian Museums, Arlington Cemetery
- UPGRADE: Add ticket for self-guided entry into the Washington Monument for use the following day
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- UPGRADE: Add ticket for self-guided entry into the African American Museum for use the following day
- **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) time to walk along cherry blossom trees
- 3-Hour Washington DC Night-Time Monuments Tour
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Itinerary and highlights
Experience Washington DC lit up at night during this 3-Hour Guided Night Tour of the National Mall and Monuments. Make your way through the city at night via temperature-controlled coach bus, learning about sites you pass along the way.
Travelers will have a chance to stop at 10 top sites for photos including the White House, US Capitol, MLK Jr Memorial, WWII Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, & more. Enjoy the views as your route passes by 20+ additional sites such as Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery, and many of the Smithsonians.
Tour Stops:
• National Archives
• The U.S. Capitol
• White House
• Lincoln Memorial
• WWII Memorial
• MLK Memorial
• Korean War Memorial
• Lincoln Memorial
• Vietnam Memorial
• Vietnam Women Memorial
• USMC Memorial
**In December, see the holiday lights outside the White House, US Capitol, Canadian Embassy, Willard Hotel
*Travelers may upgrade to include Tickets to the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, African American Museum.
Explore outside the United States Capitol on Capitol Hill to explore the grounds with your guide, take photos, and experience the symbolic center of American democracy up close.
Stop at the White House to explore the area with your guide, take photos, and admire the iconic residence of the U.S. President while learning about its history, architecture, and role as a symbol of American leadership.
**Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) guests will have time to walk along the cherry blossom trees during their tour.
**Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) guests will have time to walk along the cherry blossom trees during their tour.
Stop at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial to discover the tribute to Martin Luther King Jr., featuring the Stone of Hope and inspiring inscriptions, while your guide shares insights into his life and legacy in this serene setting.
Stop at the Lincoln Memorial to visit the majestic tribute to Abraham Lincoln, admire its grand architecture, learn about its history, and capture memorable photos of the iconic statue and the nearby Reflecting Pool.
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include reserved self-guided entry tickets to the Washington Monument.
*due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your night tour.
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include reserved entry tickets to the National Air & Space Museum.
*due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your night tour.
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include reserved entry tickets to the African American History Museum.
*due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be available for the next available day of travel from your night tour.
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.
Visit this spectacular spot honoring the 16 million Americans who served in history's most cataclysmic war!
Catch the Tidal Basin in all of its nighttime glory along with the memorial to one of our most accomplished and interesting Presidents.
Visit this stunning memorial to the U.S. and U.N. troops who served in one of history's most misunderstood conflicts.
View the world-famous "Wall" including the Women's Memorial built to tell the complicated, often heartbreaking story of this unforgettable conflict.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet at 790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, located outside the National Archives Building. The tour bus will be located near the corner of 9th Street NW and Pennsylvania Ave NW. Please look for the bus labeled "Signature Tours DC" or “DC Guided Tours” upon arrival. Please arrive no later than 7PM.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- DC Guided Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Attraction Tickets Upgrades: 1. Due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be valid for the next available day of travel after your night tour. 2. Your attraction tickets will be valid for entry on the date and time assigned by the attraction, which will be noted on your entry ticket upon receipt. Date and time cannot be selected ahead of time, and we are unable to change the date and time assigned to you by the attraction. 3. The tour operator will send your ticket to you on the date of your scheduled night tour. Tickets will be sent to travelers via WhatsApp. If you did not provide us with a valid WhatsApp phone number during checkout, please contact us prior to your tour date. 4. Attraction Tickets are non-refundable once issued to travelers. 5. Tickets are used for self-guided entry into the attractions. Entry is not a part of the guided tour experience and is for the traveler to use independently.
- **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) guests will have time to walk along the cherry blossom trees during their tour. Please Note: cherry blossoms are a seasonal highlight, and when the trees are not in bloom travelers will still be able to enjoy the 10+ memorial stops and sightseeing portion of the tour without the trees. Please be advised of this when booking preferred travel date.
- Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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