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Big Bus Tours - Washington DC

Washington Monument | 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Washington DC 20024

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The National Park Service has officially selected Big Bus Tours as the interpretive transportation concessioner for the National Mall & Memorial Parks. Big Bus Tours is the only sightseeing tour company with this distinction.

Big Bus Tours Washington DC offers unmissable sightseeing tours of the nation's capital city on open-top, double-decker buses. Passing all the most famous landmarks and attractions, Big Bus Tours also feature entertaining and informative pre-recorded commentary, provided by digital guides available in several languages through complimentary headphones distributed when you board the bus. You can hop on and off the bus as much as you like, from conveniently located stops. Big Bus Tours Washington DC is also the authorized interpretive transportation services concessioner of the National Park Service and National Mall & Memorial Parks. As the official sightseeing tour of the National Mall & Memorial Parks, Big Bus Tours gets you closer to the monuments and memorials that are meaningful to you and the nation.

Hours

Open Daily
Closed: 4th of July and Christmas Day

On rare occasions, we may need to temporarily suspend all service in the instance of very poor weather or for unplanned city events. We will do our best to notify customers of any service amendments or suspensions on Big Bus website or via Big Bus app.

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Discover Ticket | 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Ticket info /hours

Discover Washington DC at your own pace with our Discover 24-hours hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Explore the city with stops by the capital's most famous landmarks and attractions.

What's Included
• 1-Day ticket for the Big Bus Washington DC Hop-on Hop-off Day Tour (Red Loop)
• Hop off at any stop and explore, then hop back on when you're ready to continue
• Open-top, double-decker bus that conveniently brings you to the city's best attractions and landmarks
• Free Vox Self-Guided Walking Tours
• Bike Rental Offer
• Hotel Shuttle
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
• Pre-recorded commentary available in multiple languages (complimentary headphones provided)
• Live bus tracking available via the free Big Bus app

Stops Include
• Union Station
• US Capitol at Garfield Cirlce
• Air & Space Museum
• L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
• The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise
• Washington Monument West and more!

Standard Service Information (subject to change)
Day Tour (Red Loop):
First Bus: 9:00am from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Full-Circuit Tour: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Bus: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Full Circuit Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes (approx.)
Bus Frequency: 30 minutes

• All times are approximate.
• Seating on a first come first serve basis.
• All tours weather permitting.
• Tour routes, times and prices subject to change without notice. Not responsible for detours, delays, building closures, etc.

Hours

Open Daily
Closed: 4th of July and Christmas Day

On rare occasions, we may need to temporarily suspend all service in the instance of very poor weather or for unplanned city events. We will do our best to notify customers of any service amendments or suspensions on Big Bus website or via Big Bus app.

Terms & Conditions for Discover Ticket | 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

All tickets are non-refundable/non-returnable. We are unable to issue exchanges or refunds after a purchase has been made or for lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed tickets. Ticket package and prices are subject to change without notice.

Instructions for fulfillment Discover Ticket | 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member. Meeting Point: Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW or join at any of the stops along the route.

Download the Big Bus Tours app ahead of your trip to see all stops you can hop on and enjoy the convenience the live bus tracking offers. Bus frequency subject to change.

Save up to $13.00
Gate price Your price Qty
Adult (ages 13+) $65.00 $52.00
Child (ages 3-12) $55.00 $43.00

Essential Ticket | 2-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Ticket info /hours

See the best of Washington DC with our Essential 2-day hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Discover the capital's landmarks and attractions with Big Bus Tours!

What's Included
• 2-Day ticket for the Big Bus Washington DC Hop-on Hop-off Day Tour (Red Loop and Blue Loop) - Days must be consecutive
• Hop off at any stop and explore, then hop back on when you're ready to continue
• Open-top, double-decker bus that conveniently brings you to the city's best attractions and landmarks
• Free Vox Self-Guided Walking Tours
• Bike Rental Offer
• Hotel Shuttle
• Attractions and shopping discounts
• Free Commemorative photo
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
• Pre-recorded commentary available in multiple languages (complimentary headphones provided)
• Live bus tracking available via the free Big Bus app

Stops Include
• Union Station
• US Capitol at Garfield Cirlce
• Air & Space Museum
• L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
• The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise
• Washington Monument West and more!

Standard Service Information (subject to change)
Day Tour (Red Loop)
First Bus: 9:00am from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Full-Circuit Tour: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Bus: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Full Circuit Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes (approx.)
Bus Frequency: 30 minutes

Day Tour (Blue Loop)
First Bus: 9:00am from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Full-Circuit Tour: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Full Circuit Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes (approx.)
Bus Frequency: 30 - 45 minutes

• All times are approximate.
• Seating on a first come first serve basis.
• All tours weather permitting.
• Tour routes, times and prices subject to change without notice. Not responsible for detours, delays, building closures, etc.

Hours

Open Daily
Closed: 4th of July and Christmas Day

On rare occasions, we may need to temporarily suspend all service in the instance of very poor weather or for unplanned city events. We will do our best to notify customers of any service amendments or suspensions on Big Bus website or via Big Bus app.

Terms & Conditions for Essential Ticket | 2-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

All tickets are non-refundable/non-returnable. We are unable to issue exchanges or refunds after a purchase has been made or for lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed tickets. Ticket package and prices are subject to change without notice.

Instructions for fulfillment Essential Ticket | 2-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member. Meeting Point: Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW or join at any of the stops along the route.

Download the Big Bus Tours app ahead of your trip to see all stops you can hop on and enjoy the convenience the live bus tracking offers. Bus frequency subject to change.

Save up to $12.00
Gate price Your price Qty
Adult (ages 13+) $73.00 $61.00
Child (ages 3-12) $63.00 $52.00

Explore Ticket | 3-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Ticket info /hours

Experience Washington DC with our Explore Ticket. You'll get a 72-Hour pass to hop on and hop off our buses, allowing you to explore the capital at your own pace.

What's Included
• 3-Day ticket for the Big Bus Washington DC Hop-on Hop-off Day Tour (Red Loop and Blue Loop) - Days must be consecutive
• Hop off at any stop and explore, then hop back on when you're ready to continue
• Open-top, double-decker bus that conveniently brings you to the city's best attractions and landmarks
• Free Vox Self-Guided Walking Tours
• Bike Rental Offer
• Hotel Shuttle
• Free Commemorative photo
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
• Pre-recorded commentary available in multiple languages (complimentary headphones provided)
• Live bus tracking available via the free Big Bus app

Stops Include
• Union Station
• US Capitol at Garfield Cirlce
• Air & Space Museum
• L'Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
• The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise
• Washington Monument West and more!

Standard Service Information (subject to change)
Day Tour (Red Loop)
First Bus: 9:00am from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Full-Circuit Tour: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Bus: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Full Circuit Time: 1 hour, 50 minutes (approx.)
Bus Frequency: 30 minutes

Day Tour (Blue Loop)
First Bus: 9:00am from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Last Full-Circuit Tour: 4:30pm from Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW
Full Circuit Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes (approx.)
Bus Frequency: 30 - 45 minutes

• All times are approximate.
• Seating on a first come first serve basis.
• All tours weather permitting.
• Tour routes, times and prices subject to change without notice. Not responsible for detours, delays, building closures, etc.

Hours

Open Daily
Closed: 4th of July and Christmas Day

On rare occasions, we may need to temporarily suspend all service in the instance of very poor weather or for unplanned city events. We will do our best to notify customers of any service amendments or suspensions on Big Bus website or via Big Bus app.

Terms & Conditions for Explore Ticket | 3-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

All tickets are non-refundable/non-returnable. We are unable to issue exchanges or refunds after a purchase has been made or for lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed tickets. Ticket package and prices are subject to change without notice.

Instructions for fulfillment Explore Ticket | 3-Day Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member. Meeting Point: Stop #1: Washington Monument - 1400 Jefferson Drive SW or join at any of the stops along the route.

Download the Big Bus Tours app ahead of your trip to see all stops you can hop on and enjoy the convenience the live bus tracking offers. Bus frequency subject to change.

Save up to $13.00
Gate price Your price Qty
Adult (ages 13+) $83.00 $70.00
Child (ages 3-12) $73.00 $61.00

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