Big Bus: Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Sunset Tour
Big Bus: Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Sunset Tour
Duration: 10 min (approx.)
10 min (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore Washington DC with ease on the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Red Loop Tour, offering unparalleled access to top attractions like The White House and Air & Space Museum. Available in five languages, this tour lets you experience each landmark on your own schedule thanks to pre-recorded commentary. Start or end your journey anytime between 9:30 am and 5:30 pm from Union Station with buses arriving every 15 to 20 minutes.
Explore Washington DC with ease on the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Red Loop Tour, offering unparalleled access to top attractions like The White House and Air & Space Museum. Available in five languages, this tour lets you experience each landmark on your own schedule thanks to pre-recorded commentary. Start or end your journey anytime between 9:30 am and 5:30 pm from Union Station with buses arriving every 15 to 20 minutes.
Explore Washington DC on your own schedule with a 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour that lets you visit all major attractions on demand.
Experience the flexibility of touring the US capital as buses arrive every 30-45 minutes, allowing for multiple visits to any of the Red and Blue route's 19 stops.
Enjoy an informative journey through DC history with a double-decker bus equipped with audio guides available in five languages.
As an Authorized National Park Service concessioner, this tour includes famous landmarks such as the Jefferson Memorial, White House, and Korean War Memorial.
Entry for unlimited hop-on hop-off tour valid for 24/48/72 hours
Access granted to both Red & Blue routes
Self-guided walking exploration of Arlington Cemetery
Bike rental offer: book an hour, get another free (book 1 hour, get 1 free)
Guided walk through Arlington National Cemetery lasting 2-hours (based on option selected)
Experience a 2-hour sunset tour with available discounts of 25% (based on option selected)
Morning shuttle service from Mayflower, Hilton & Marriott to Union Station stop #1 (based on option selected)
Discounts at I Love DC Gifts, Artechouse, International Spy Museum Store & Unlimited Biking (based on option selected)
Receive a complimentary Oval Office photo from White House Gifts (based on option selected)
Pre-recorded audio commentary available in English, French, German, Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese (on the bus)
Exclusive drop-offs near key monuments
Mobile app featuring detailed maps with live bus tracking
Individual Costs
Open-top tour bus near Washington Monument, Washington DC Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour.
The Red Loop offers an exciting way to explore the best sights of DC. With pre-recorded commentary available in five different languages, you'll learn about each landmark as you travel.
Schedule and Stops
- First bus departs at 9:30am from stop #1 (Union Station).
- Last bus leaves at 5:30pm from the same location, Union Station.
- Buses run every 15 to 20 minutes for convenience.
- Popular stops include the Natural History Museum, The White House & Willard Hotel, and Air & Space Museum.
To view a detailed route map and boarding points, click here.
You have the flexibility to join at any stop and hop on or off throughout your ticket's duration.
Additional Tours
Enhance your visit with a 48-hour pass, allowing you to start an memorable 2-hour Sunset Tour. Marvel at DC’s iconic monuments during this scenic journey that begins in the evening. Additionally, consider exploring Arlington Cemetery through a self-guided walking tour where dreamy reflections of landmarks like the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial await.
For those interested in morning activities:
- The Sunset Tour departs at 6:30pm & 7pm from Union Station.
Hospitality Transfers
- Morning shuttles start at different times, including 9:20am from Mayflower Hotel, 9:30am from Washington Hilton, and 9:45am from Georgetown Marriott.
Group taking a selfie in front of a Big Bus Tours vehicle during Washington DC Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour.
Big Bus tour in front of the US Capitol, Washington DC.
Open-top tour bus near Washington Monument, Washington DC Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour.
Group taking a selfie in front of a Big Bus Tours vehicle during Washington DC Hop-On-Hop-Off Tour.
Big Bus tour in front of the US Capitol, Washington DC.
Tourists enjoying Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour in Washington DC.
Packing tips and restrictions
Please remember that food and alcohol are prohibited on this tour, though non-alcoholic drinks in screw-top bottles are permitted. Plan your packing accordingly.
Accessibility features
- The buses accommodate wheelchairs and prams/strollers for easy access.
- To ensure everyone's safety, individuals with mobility issues should remain on the lower deck as they cannot be accommodated on the upper decks.
Pets are not allowed on board except for ADA service animals due to bus restrictions.
Important dates and tour specifics
- Please note that tours do not operate on Independence Day (Jul 4), Oct 29, or Christmas (Dec 25).
- The Sunset Tour is a direct route without the option for hop-on/hop-off.
You'll receive specific details about any add-ons included in your tickets, such as walking tours, after making your booking.
Tour timings and transport options
Duration: 2-hour Sunset tour
Sunset Tour departs at 6:30pm & 7pm from Union Station.
Hotel shuttle service details:
The shuttle leaves Mayflower Hotel at 9:20am, Washington Hilton at 9:30am, and Georgetown Marriott at 9:45am.
Open-top Big Bus tour in Washington DC passing a historic building.
Tourists on open-top bus viewing Washington Monument, Washington DC.
Tourists enjoying Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour in Washington DC.
Open-top Big Bus tour in Washington DC passing a historic building.
Tourists on open-top bus viewing Washington Monument, Washington DC.
Book your hop-on hop-off bus tour at least a day in advance to secure your preferred departure time from Union Station and avoid missing out during peak hours.
If you're planning to explore multiple attractions, start with the furthest stop on either route for efficient use of your 24/48/72-hour pass.
Upgrade to a 48-hour ticket if you want to enjoy additional benefits like the optional sunset tour and discounted guided walking tours at Arlington Cemetery.
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