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Big Bus: Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Potomac River Cruise

Double-decker bus on Washington DC Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour passing the US Capitol building.
Big Bus tour passing Washington DC landmarks, including the Capitol Building.
Big Bus tour passing by the Washington Monument in Washington DC.
Open-top double-decker bus touring Washington D.C. landmarks, including the U.S. Capitol.

Roam the city of Washington DC with this hop-on-hop-off tour and visit some of the most famous landmarks with amazing offers included in your ticket.

    • Speed through Washington DC on a 1/2/3-day hop-on hop-off bus tour and explore the capital's must-see spots on your terms.

    • Your DC trip is running on your schedule as the Red Loop’s got 17 stops and buses every 15-20 mins – hop on, hop off, and repeat.

    • Upgrade to a 2 or 3-day pass to sail the Potomac River, take a 2-hour sunset tour, see the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, and enjoy sweet discounts!

    • Jump on a double-decker bus, tune in to the audio guide in 5 languages, and let the US capital's history unfold as you ride.

    • Discover landmarks like Jefferson Memorial, White House, and Korean War Memorial as an Authorized National Park Service concessioner.

    • 1/2/3-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

    • Access to Red Loop

    • 45-min Potomac River one-way boat ride (based on option selected)

    • Morning shuttle transfers from Mayflower, Hilton & Marriott to stop #1 Union Station (based on option selected)

    • 2-hour sunset tour (based on option selected)

    • 25% off on sunset tour (based on option selected)

    • Bike rental offer (book 1 hour, get 1 free)

    • Discounts at I Love DC Gifts, Artechouse, International Spy Museum Store & Unlimited Biking (based on option selected)

    • Free commemorative Oval Office photo from White House Gifts (based on option selected)

    • Pre-recorded audio commentary in English, French, German, Spanish & Brazilian Portuguese (on the bus)

    • Exclusive drop-offs close to monuments

    • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from Brazil, Australia, United Kingdom and over 20 countries have loved this experience
    Shannon Saltz

    Shannon

    4/5

    Oct, 2024

    It was awesome to see all of the stuff along the route. We tried to board on stop 15....not aware that the stop was not in service... we waited for 45 minutes then walked to another stop. The driver said said it was cancelled for the day. This should have been noted on the site.
    Tajinder Pal Singh

    Tajinder

    4/5

    Sep, 2024

    It was nice. Very easy to change your ticket again booking QR code. And then Inlearntvthatvtiu can track buses also on their app. That was a good experience.
    Betty J Underwood

    Betty

    5/5

    Oct, 2024

    Ticketing was very easy. Boarding the bus was also easy. We left the driving up to Nick, our bus driver.
    Barbara Wunder McAslan

    Barbara

    4/5

    Mar, 2025

    Ticketing was fine. Busses were irregular. Waited forever at Airand Space. Did have one excellent driver. Helpful and friendly who picked me up at stop 13 yesterday around 11 am.
    David Wirth

    David

    5/5

    Feb, 2025

    Well worth the price. Got us around to some main landmarks and saved miles of extra walking. Ordered on line the night before and met at a spot near our hotel.
  • What's not allowed

    • Keep in mind food & alcohol (except non-alcoholic drinks in screw-top bottles) are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

    Accessibility

    • The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Your safety comes first so visitors with mobility issues are restricted on the upper decks.

    • The Georgetown dock for the Potomac boat ride is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

    • Due to restrictions on the bus, pets (except ADA service animals)are not allowed onboard.

    Additional information

    • The tour remains closed on Independence Day (Jul 4), Oct 29 & Christmas (Dec 25).
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Carry a printout of your voucher and hop on to the bus from any stop on the route. The driver will exchange it for the bus ticket.

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