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Hop-On Hop-Off Double Decker Tour & Arlington Cemetery Audio Tour

3,339 Reviews 3.81 out of 5 stars Based on 3,339 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Washington DC, USA

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75 to 110 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Spanish, Portuguese

Overview

As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC. Plus, a portion of every ticket goes towards preservation.

Explore DC with our flexible hop-on hop-off tours. With 18 stops to explore, you have the freedom to create your own itinerary and discover the city's iconic landmarks at your own pace.

Our tours allow you to experience the best of DC while enjoying the comfort of open-top double-decker buses. Hop on and off at any stop throughout the city, giving you the flexibility to explore.

From the historic landmarks of the National Mall to the hip neighborhoods of Georgetown, our routes cover the must-see sights. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Lincoln Memorial and White House as our professional digital audio provides insightful commentary along the way.

Enhance your Big Bus Tours experience with three exclusive, audio guide walking tours of Arlington National Cemetery, the Tidal Basin, and Georgetown.

What's Included

  • Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
  • Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
  • Digital commentary aboard hop-on hop-off bus in multiple languages
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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What To Expect

Red Loop

11 Stops | 27 Points of Interest


Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes


Operating Schedule: Meeting Point - Stop #1 Washington Monument (1400 Jefferson Drive SW). Recommended alternative stop - Stop #3 National Japanese American Memorial (415 New Jersey Ave NW) As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC. Hours of Operation - First Bus 9:00AM, Last Bus 4:30PM

1400 Jefferson Dr SW

Stop 1 - Washington Monument

10th Street Northwest & Constitution Avenue Northwest

Stop 2 - Natural History Museum

415 New Jersey Ave NW

Stop 3 - National Japanese American Memorial

2436 Rayburn House Office Bldg

Stop 4 - US Capitol at Garfield Circle

600 Independence Ave SW

Stop 5 - Air & Space Museum

700 L'Enfant Plaza SW

Stop 6 - L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum

800 Maine Ave SW

Stop 7 - The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise

1200 Independence Ave SW

Stop 8 - Smithsonian Metro

266 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW

Stop 9 - Bureau of Engraving & Holocaust Musuem

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

Stop 10 - Jefferson Memorial

121 West Basin Dr SW

Stop 11 - FDR and MLK Memorial
Blue Loop

8 Stops | 6 Points of Interest


Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes


Operating Schedule: Meeting Point - Stop #1 Washington Monument (1400 Jefferson Drive SW (on Jefferson Dr. SW & corner of 14th St. by Bike Racks) As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC. Hours of Operation - First Bus 930AM, Last Bus 430PM

1400 Jefferson Dr SW

Stop 1 - Washington Monument

World War II Memorial

Stop 12 - World War II Memorial

100 Daniel French Dr SW

Stop 13 - Lincoln Memorial & Korean War Memoria

1 Memorial Ave

Stop 14 - Arlington Cemetery

18th Street Northwest & Constitution Avenue Northwest

Stop 15 - Constitution Gardens

1615 H St NW

Stop 16 - The White House

610 10th St NW

Stop 17 - Ford's Theater

1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Stop 18 - The Willard Hotel/US Treasury

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Your Dollars in Action: A portion of every ticket helps preserve the National Mall’s iconic monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus tour supports America’s history for generations to come
  • Complimentary shuttle services from city hotels to Stop #1 available at select times - please view ticket voucher for exact times.
  • Free Oval Office Commemorative Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Hop-On Hop-Off Double Decker Tour & Arlington Cemetery Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
  • Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
  • Digital commentary aboard hop-on hop-off bus in multiple languages
  • Open-top Double-decker buses with 18 convenient stops
  • 24/48/72hr Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
  • Professional audio-guided walking tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin, and Georgetown
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Your Dollars in Action: A portion of every ticket helps preserve the National Mall’s iconic monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus tour supports America’s history for generations to come
  • Complimentary shuttle services from city hotels to Stop #1 available at select times - please view ticket voucher for exact times.
  • Free Oval Office Commemorative Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket.
  • Choice of audio guide tours includes Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin, and Georgetown neighborhood. Guests 18 and older must provide valid photo ID to enter Arlington Cemetery.
  • Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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