Big Bus: Washington DC Sunset Bus Tour
Washington DC
Big Bus: Washington DC Sunset Bus Tour
2 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Watch Washington DC light up after dark on the 2-hour sunset tour letting you experience the city in a whole new light.
The Black Loop sweeps you on a non-stop tour revealing the city's iconic landmarks shine against the night sky.
Travel through time as you glide past the Lincoln Memorial and the White House, where history was made and continues to unfold.
2-hour sunset tour of Washington DC
English-speaking guide (from Fri to Sun until Sep 2)
Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish & Brazilian Portuguese
Complimentary headphones
Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Free child (aged 2 and under) tickets
Hop-on hop-off service
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Black Loop
Discover Washington DC in its nighttime glory with the 2-hour sunset tour, where the city sparkles under the stars. The Black Loop whisks you past iconic landmarks, glowing against the night sky, giving you a whole new perspective of DC. Whether it's the weekend, with expert live guides adding flair to the experience, or weekdays, where digital commentary brings history to life, this tour is a must.
Glide by the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and more., where history’s biggest moments come alive in the evening light.
Schedule
- Departure: 7pm from stop #1 (Union Station)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Frequency: Once every evening
Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.
Know before you go
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.
- 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).
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