DC Night Tour: 10+ National Mall Monuments, Entry Ticket Upgrades
Recommended by 90% of travelers
Washington DC, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Head out after dark to see the iconic monuments of Washington, DC, lit up for the night. This evening tour takes you on a scenic ride past the Capitol, the Washington Monument, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and other sites. This tour combines a ride in a tour vehicle with some stops where you'll get out to walk for a closer look. Upgrade to include a reserved entry ticket into the Washington Monument, Air & Space Museum, or African American Museum.
- See the sights of DC lit up for the night
- Combination tour with a vehicle and walking
- Nighttime tour leaves the day free for other activities
- Plenty of opportunities for frame-worthy photos
What's Included
- 3-Hour Washington DC Night-Time Monuments Tour
- Pass by top DC Sites such as Washington Monument, Smithsonian Museums, Arlington Cemetery
- Stops at 10+ Top Attractions including White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial
- Experience a moonlit tour of Washington DC for a unique experience
- **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) time to walk along cherry blossom trees
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
- UPGRADE: Add ticket for self-guided entry into the Washington Monument for use the following day
- UPGRADE: Add ticket for self-guided entry into the Air & Space Museum for use the following day
- UPGRADE: Add ticket for self-guided entry into the African American Museum for use the following day
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Meet at 790 Pennsylvania Ave NW, located outside the National Archives Building. The tour bus will be located near the corner of 9th Street NW and Pennsylvania Ave NW. Please look for the bus labeled "Signature Tours DC" or “DC Guided Tours” upon arrival. Please arrive no later than 7PM.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.7:30 pm
Itinerary
Even if you spent your day seeing every part of Washington, D.C. under the sun, you’re in for a completely different experience the minute you hop on this sightseeing bus tour. Settle into a comfortable seat and watch the sunset over the U.S. Capitol as it turns its artificial lights on.
You’ll spend three-hours on this guided nighttime tour passing by some of the top sites and monuments in the nation’s capital. Keep your eyes peeled out of the windows, while keeping an ear out for your guide who narrates throughout the tour.
The Jefferson Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery are just a few of the sites you’ll see while driving. Sip on free bottled water that’s provided; you’ll want to be refreshed for the 10 photo stops you’ll take along the way, including stops at the White House and MLK Memorial.
You’ll spend three-hours on this guided nighttime tour passing by some of the top sites and monuments in the nation’s capital. Keep your eyes peeled out of the windows, while keeping an ear out for your guide who narrates throughout the tour.
The Jefferson Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery are just a few of the sites you’ll see while driving. Sip on free bottled water that’s provided; you’ll want to be refreshed for the 10 photo stops you’ll take along the way, including stops at the White House and MLK Memorial.
The National Mall (Pass By)
1
U.S. Capitol
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
The White House
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Tidal Basin
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Cherry Blossom Festival (Pass By)
4
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Lincoln Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Washington Monument
1 minute • Admission Ticket Included
7
National Air and Space Museum
1 minute • Admission Ticket Included
8
National Museum of African American History and Culture
1 minute • Admission Ticket Included
9
U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
National World War II Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jefferson Memorial (Pass By)
11
Korean War Veterans Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
12
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Guests may choose to stay on the bus at any stop as desired or ask the tour guide how to modify the amount of walking at any stop.
- There will be standing and walking during this tour. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as much of the tour is outdoors. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
- Attraction Tickets Upgrades: 1. Due to hours of operation at the attractions, tickets will be valid for the next available day of travel after your night tour. 2. Your attraction tickets will be valid for entry on the date and time assigned by the attraction, which will be noted on your entry ticket upon receipt. Date and time cannot be selected ahead of time, and we are unable to change the date and time assigned to you by the attraction. 3. The tour operator will send your ticket to you on the date of your scheduled night tour. Tickets will be sent to travelers via WhatsApp. If you did not provide us with a valid WhatsApp phone number during checkout, please contact us prior to your tour date. 4. Attraction Tickets are non-refundable once issued to travelers. 5. Tickets are used for self-guided entry into the attractions. Entry is not a part of the guided tour experience and is for the traveler to use independently.
- **Cherry blossom season (typically late March-early April) guests will have time to walk along the cherry blossom trees during their tour. Please Note: cherry blossoms are a seasonal highlight, and when the trees are not in bloom travelers will still be able to enjoy the 10+ memorial stops and sightseeing portion of the tour without the trees. Please be advised of this when booking preferred travel date.
- Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.6
based on 2,245 reviews
Amber_L, May 2026
Truly amazing experience! The lighting at night is magical to say the least. Our driver and guide were so helpful and kind!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly happy to hear that you had such a great experience with us. It means a lot to know you enjoyed your time exploring DC. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit!
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Bradley_H, Apr 2026
The group was too big and you couldn't hear the guide unless you were right next to him. The bus also left without us.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear about your experience. Kindly reach out to us so we can learn more about what happened.
Colleen_A, Apr 2026
Beautiful to see. Guide and driver made the evening a fun and learning experience. Would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind feedback, we’re so glad you enjoyed the evening and it’s wonderful to hear the guide and driver helped make the experience memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon!
Cheryl_c, Apr 2026
Great way to get overview with all main sights. Our guide was well informed and engaging. We saw all the main monuments and pass to Washington monument next day was a bonus.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you had a great time seeing the city’s main sights and that your guide made the experience even more memorable. We're also happy to hear that you were enjoyed the Washington Monument tickets. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you again soon!
Leticia_V, Apr 2026
Excellent tour guide and driver! Made my first trip to D.C. memorable. Thank you Sally and Chris for taking great care of us!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad Sally and Chris helped make your first trip to Washington, D.C. such a memorable experience. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Tara_H, Apr 2026
Fantastic tour!! Great way to see the highlights of the city. Sally was a fantastic and extremely knowledgeable guide, and Godfrey handled the driving and maneuvering through the city seamlessly! Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We’re so glad you had a fantastic experience seeing the highlights of the city! Sally and Godfrey will be happy to hear your kind words, it’s great to know they made the tour both fun and informative. Thank you for joining us!
Brittany_U, Apr 2026
This was a really great tour. Seeing everything lit up at night was so beautiful! Our driver Tonya & Tour guide Tyrone were amazing! Couldn't of asked for better people!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
We’re thrilled you enjoyed the tour and the beautiful nighttime views of DC! Tonya and Tyrone will be so happy to hear your kind words, they love making the experience special for every guest. Thank you for joining us, we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Timothy_A, Apr 2026
Tyrone and Ibrahim did a great job. Many interesting details and amazing job maneuvering that bus in tight places.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for joining us! We're so happy to hear you had a great time exploring DC with Tyrone and Ibrahim. Thank you again for the kind words, we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Alex_C, Apr 2026
Dwayne was amazing and full with history knowledge. Safe driver and very respectful. Great views at night.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for joining us! We're so happy to hear you had a great time exploring DC during your Night tour. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Ronald_B, Mar 2026
I have done at least a dozen of these night tours and this was the best so far. Tyrone was extremely knowledgeable. Very funny and made the experience quite enjoyable. Perfect timing at each stop
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear this was your best night tour yet, and Tyrone will be delighted to hear your kind words. We’re so glad the experience was enjoyable and memorable for you, we hope to welcome you back again!
Jane_B, Mar 2026
Viewing the monuments at night was wonderful! We did a similar tour during the day and the evening tour was a very different visual and emotional experience. Dwayne was a fantastic guide, so personable, knowledgeable and his voice was so clear and audible. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the monuments at night and that Dwayne made the experience so engaging and memorable. We hope to welcome you back for another tour soon!
Leslie_B, Mar 2026
Dwayne was very informative and a great tour guide. Bus was clean and comfortable. Great way to see the sites at night!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed seeing the sites at night and that Dwayne made the tour so informative. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
TAUNJA_H, Mar 2026
Tour guides were awesome and the bus was brand new. This would have been 5 stars but we really needed more time at stops. Otherwise awesome time and experience.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour, the guides, and our brand-new bus. For guests who would like additional time at each stop, we also offer extended and private tour options to provide a more in depth experience of DC. Thank you again for joining us, we hope to welcome you back again.
Elaine_E, Mar 2026
You are able to see the high spots in this tour. You can go back in the daytime to better appreciate some of these locations.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for joining us! We're so happy to hear what a great time you had exploring DC during your Night tour. Thank you for the kind words, we hope to welcome you back again soon!
KyleAnne_H, Mar 2026
Tanya (driver) and Tyrone were amazing. Friendly, polite, professional, and entertaining. I took a similar tour 3 years ago and it was mediocre compared to Tanya and Tyrone.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for joining us! We're so glad to hear what a great time you had exploring DC during your Night tour with Tanya and Tyrone. We appreciate the kind words, and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Carri_M, Mar 2026
We were undecided about what to do on our first 1/2 day in Washington DC. This experience was perfect. We were able to book the trip about 2 hours before it started. We got to experience a lot of locations in a short amount of time. Tyrone, our tour guide, was really funny & Chris, the driver, got us to each place safely. The bus was air conditioned really well. All three of us (including a teenage boy) enjoyed our time touring DC.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that the tour was a great way to start your time in Washington, DC, and that Tyrone and Chris helped make the experience enjoyable and comfortable for your group. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
Donna, Mar 2026
Nice tour guide, very detailed information shared about the sites new bus, allowed enough time to visit monuments on your own. The four of us love the tour, definitely recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you and your group enjoyed the tour and appreciated the detailed information from your guide. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
Diane_G, Feb 2026
Horrible, the bus was freezing. The tour guide was not willing to compromise and kept the bus cold. She was only interested in her own comfort. Had to leave the tour before it even got started good. Requesting refunds.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing. Our buses are temperature-controlled, and while we do our best to maintain a setting that works well for the group, we understand that comfort preferences can vary from person to person. We strive to provide the best tour experience for our guests, and appreciate you sharing your feedback.
Donna_S, Feb 2026
Our tour guide was fantastic! She had a way of framing thoughts for reflection. It was very cold and still a lot of snow, so she gave us the overview on the bus, then let us out to go see the monuments.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear your guide made the tour thoughtful and engaging, and that the overview on the bus helped you enjoy the monuments during the chilly weather. Thank you again for joining us, we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Victoria_M, Jan 2026
Sally was a great guide with a great personality. Both she and Chris, our driver, made sure we safely visited the monuments considering there was a lot of snow and ice on the ground and on paths. A perfect way to see many sites at night.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that Sally and Chris helped make your nighttime tour both enjoyable and safe, especially with the snowy and icy conditions. They take great pride in looking after our guests, and it’s wonderful to know their efforts made a difference. We’re glad you found it a perfect way to see the monuments at night, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Richard_C, Jan 2026
Our guide was knowledgeable, considerate, and very friendly. She made the experience more than just seeing the sights.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for joining! We're happy to hear your guide made the Night tour such a great experience. We appreciate your review and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Loretta_M, Jan 2026
highly recommend James as our tour guy and CHRIS as our bus driver to anyone. They were very accommodating and thorough with the tour.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for the kind words! We're happy to hear you enjoyed exploring DC during your night tour with James and Chris. Thank you for joining us, we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Maura_R, Jan 2026
Our tour guide Sally was excellent as was our driver Chris! I am in DC for work and have very limited time for site seeing, and this tour provided the perfect safe and enjoyable solution! As a solo female traveler, I felt very safe and comfortable joining this group. It was a wonderful way to learn about DC and see the sights at a beautiful time. My night photos are gorgeous.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Sally and Chris made your night tour both enjoyable and comfortable, especially with your limited time in DC. It’s great to know you were able to experience the city lit up at night, and that you captured some gorgeous photos along the way. We truly appreciate you touring with us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Maureen_H, Jan 2026
Chris and James provided a wonderful tour. This tour is quick paced and interesting making sure that you see all the nighttime hot spots and that you are in the best spot for photos. Chris was a safe and helpful driver and James shared both common facts and interesting trivia about each stop.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that Chris and James made your tour such a great experience. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the pace of the tour, the photo opportunities, and the mix of history and fun facts along the way. We appreciate you touring with us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Brandon_C, Jan 2026
Sally and Godfrey were great. I learned a lot and had a great experience seeing everything at night. A very different experience.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing! We're so glad you had a great time exploring DC during your night tour with Sally and Godfrey. Thank you again for joining, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Tara_F, Jan 2026
This was a perfect tour for a short trip to DC. We were able to see alot of stuff and even get out and take photos.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing! We're so glad you had a great time exploring DC during your night tour. Thank you again for joining, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Stephanie_F, Jan 2026
Great experience. The live tour guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Well worth the price.
It was very busy, packed a lot of sites in in a short time.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for joining us! We're so happy you had a great time exploring the National Mall and all of the many monuments during your Night tour. We appreciate the kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon!
sagrario_j, Jan 2026
The coolest experience. You will not regret booking this. It was fun and full of history I wouldn’t have gotten otherwise. Loved it. We had our young 4 year old with us and she also had a great time.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the tour and that even your little one had a great time. It’s wonderful to know the experience was both fun and full of history. We hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
Eddie_S, Dec 2025
The tour guide is very knowledgeable and quite entertaining. The whole thing is very well organized and it was an enjoyable activity
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're happy to hear you had an amazing time during your night tour. Thank you again for joining us, and we wish you a happy new year!
Catherine_C, Dec 2025
Bus was nice. Stopped at all the greatest hits (Jefferson, Lincoln, Vietnam, etc) covered a lot of ground in a couple of hours. Rochelle had great stories about the city and the memorials. Chris was a fun bus driver. I've been to DC many times in my life and the night tours are always amazing. Completely different vibe from a day tour. All of the statues look much more grand lit up at night. Combine that with the holiday lights that were still up and the whole thing was magic. There is a small bit of walking and some stairs up to some of the memorials so wear comfy shoes. Our kids absolutely loved it and didn't complain despite the cold and the late evening.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed visiting so many of DC’s iconic memorials and that Rochelle’s stories helped bring the city and its history to life. Chris will also be happy to know he added to the fun along the way! We’re so glad your family had such a memorable evening exploring the city with us and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
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