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Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat Cruise

4.7(3,760)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3760 reviews6 hFree cancellationBy USA Guided Tours
Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + Boat CruiseTour guide informs visitors to the Library of Congress in Washington, DC.

About this activity

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!

What's included

  • ✓Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: April 1 to September 30)
  • ✓Upgrade to glass-top bus available
  • ✓English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Lunch

Meeting and pickup

  • For either the Discover DC Guided Bus Tour (6349touronly) or the Upgrade: Glass-Top/Convertible (TG4) departure @ 10 AM: Look for the tour greeter near the tall, white flagpoles on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza (between 7th & 9th Streets) outside the Archives metro.

Good to know

  • 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.

Cancellation policy

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

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