DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available

See a different side of Washington DC after dark on a guided night tour of the city’s floodlit monuments. This tour runs on our standard enclosed coach — or you can upgrade at booking to our small-group convertible (open-top in warm months, glass-top in winter) for fresh air and unobstructed views. Choose your vehicle in the booking options below. You’ll begin the tour at the U.S. Navy Memorial, then board the bus and settle in before heading off to iconic attractions, including the White House, the Korean War Memorial, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. After dark, each monument and building takes on a dramatic glow. Stronger verb, no repeat. Hop off the bus and explore the memorials with your guide, taking advantage of multiple photo opportunities. The full glittering sweep of the National Mall can be seen at the start and end of your tour, including the twinkling Tidal Basin and the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.

Itinerary

What’s included

• Profesional Tour Guide (English-speaking; on and off the bus)
• Bottled water
• Guided city tour
• the tour is conducted by either a closed-top or open-top convertible tour bus – please make sure to select one of the bus options

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Luggage Storage

Additional Information

• 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 recommended to travel light
• For security reasons, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board
• Please note that most attractions in Washington, DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances, and to make your sightseeing experience as seamless as possible, we recommend traveling light on our tours
• No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
• Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
• 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.

Cancellation Policy

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

Cancellation Window	Refund Eligibility
24 hours or more before start time	100% refund (Full refund)
Less than 24 hours before start time	Non-refundable (0%)

This experience may be cancelled due to bad weather. This experience may be cancelled if there are not enough travelers.

Important Information

Meeting Point:
Tours start and end at the U.S. Navy Memorial, 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests at 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 drop people on the opposite side of the block.
Getting There:
We do not have dedicated parking for this tour. Street parking and garages are available nearby, including directly under the Navy Memorial. The tour also meets just outside the "Navy Memorial – National Archives" Metro station on the yellow and green lines.
Timing and Check-in:

Tour departs promptly at 7:30 pm.
Please arrive 15–20 minutes early for check-in.
Tour Duration: approximately 3 hours.
Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

What to Bring:

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Buses have no storage for carry-on bags or strollers — please bring only purses, briefcases, or backpacks.

Accessibility:

A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Not wheelchair accessible.

Your Vehicle:

The standard tour runs on an enclosed, climate-controlled luxury coach.
The convertible upgrade is open-top April–September and switches to glass-top October–March for comfort in cooler weather.

Good to Know:

Minimum numbers apply. If there aren't enough passengers to run the tour, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

Age Policy

Infant: 0–2 years · Child: 3–12 years · Adult: 13–99 years