Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + boat cruise

Overview

Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC! Expanding on our popular Highlights Tour, this six-hour excursion also includes a lunch break and the opportunity to travel through the Tidal Basin. See the very best of Washington DC in one day! Enjoy guided walks around the U.S. Capitol Building, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and more! For a unique experience, this tour includes a leisurely seasonal (Apr 1 to Sep 30) cruise on the Potomac River! In winter, we get to explore the Pentagon City. Upgrade to our convertible tour bus for a unique sightseeing experience with an open-air view when weather permits, and a climate-controlled, glass-top roof for comfort during sudden weather changes!

Itinerary

1. United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

   Starts/Ends

   · 15 min

2. U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

   Guided Walking Tour of the U.S. Capitol Building (outside only)

   · 20 min

3. The White House

   Guided Walking Tour of the White House (outside only)

   · 15 min· Admission not included

4. National World War II Memorial

   Guided Walking Tour of WWII Memorial

   · 15 min

5. Jefferson Memorial

   Guided Walking Tour of Thomas Jefferson Memorial

   · 15 min

6. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

   Guided Walking Tour of FDR Memorial

   · 15 min

7. Georgetown

   SEASONAL (Apr 1 - Sep 30); in the warmer months, guests enjoy a boat cruise on the Potomac River and can purchase lunch and explore Georgetown.

   · 1 h· Admission included

8. The Pentagon

   SEASONAL (Oct 1 - Mar 31); The Pentagon City; lunch break & free time.

   · 1 h

9. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

   Guided Walking Tour of MLK Memorial

   · 20 min

10. Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    Guided Walking Tour of Vietnam Veterans Memorial

    · 15 min

11. Korean War Veterans Memorial

    Guided Walking Tour of Korean War Veterans Memorial

    · 15 min

12. Lincoln Memorial

    See the iconic memorial up close!

    · 20 min

How to use your ticket

Departure Location: Tours Start/Ends at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests in the front of the Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW. Please note: rideshares tend to bring people to the opposite side of the block. Parking/Metro: We do not have dedicated parking for this tour. There is street parking and parking garages (including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location) located in the area. Tours also meet directly outside the Metro station "Navy Memorial - National Archives" on the yellow and green lines. • Tour departs promptly at 10 am, so please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in. • Tour duration: 6 hours • Climate-controlled buses – closed-top bus or upgrade to convertible glass-top / open-top bus. • The sitting is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. • A moderate amount of walking is involved and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. • Not wheelchair accessible. • Upgrade to glass-top bus available • Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures • Tour buses do not have storage for accommodating carry-on bags or baby strollers. Please only bring purses, briefcases, or backpacks for your tour. • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. • The boat cruise is seasonal from Apr 1 to Sep 30. • In off-peak season (Oct 1 – Mar 31), instead of boat cruise and Georgetown stop, we'll have lunch at the Pentagon City.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Small carry-on bags are allowed, however it is recommended that you travel lightly. Due to security concerns, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board. Many of the attractions in Washington DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances. Traveling without bags or purses is recommended
• Due to time restrictions, you cannot go inside any of the monuments, however you can spend about 15-20 minutes at each stop to enjoy up-close views
• No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
• The boat cruise is seasonal from Apr 1 to Sep 30
• Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
• If you're driving, there is street parking and garages available near the meeting location, including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location.
• We will meet guests in the front of the Navy Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW. Please note: rideshares tend to bring people to the opposite side of the block.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 6349DAYTOUR

Activity offered by USA Guided Tours via Viator.