Hop-On Hop-Off 21 Stop Trolley Tour + Arlington Cemetery Tour
Washington DC, USA
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Enjoy a comprehensive, self-paced tour of Washington DC's top attractions—and even cross the Potomac to discover Arlington National Cemetery—on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour. Choose a start time that works best for you; then, set off to see everything from the Washington Monument and White House to the Jefferson Memorial. Along the way, listen to your guide's on-board commentary, and disembark at any of the 21 stops for a closer look.
- This hop-on hop-off tour offers a flexible way to see Washington DC
- Travel further than other tours with a stop at Arlington National Cemetery
- Learn the stories behind the sights from your guide's live narration
- Enjoy a charming way to travel aboard a trolley bus
What's Included
- Live commentary on-board the trolley
- Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Washington DC and Arlington National Cemetery
- Children 3 and under are free
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees
Meeting and Pickup
Operating hours
- 04/29/2026 - 04/29/2026
Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 04/30/2026 - 05/01/2026
Thursday - Friday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 05/02/2026 - 05/03/2026
Saturday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 05/04/2026 - 05/10/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 05/11/2026 - 05/11/2026
Monday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 05/12/2026 - 05/17/2026
Tuesday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 05/18/2026 - 05/23/2026
Monday - Saturday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 05/25/2026 - 05/27/2026
Monday - Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 05/28/2026 - 05/31/2026
Thursday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 06/01/2026 - 06/28/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 06/29/2026 - 07/05/2026
Monday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 07/06/2026 - 07/19/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 07/20/2026 - 07/25/2026
Monday - Saturday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 07/26/2026 - 07/26/2026
Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 07/27/2026 - 10/04/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 10/05/2026 - 10/10/2026
Monday - Saturday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 10/12/2026 - 10/18/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 10/19/2026 - 10/24/2026
Monday - Saturday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 10/25/2026 - 10/25/2026
Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 10/26/2026 - 11/22/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 11/23/2026 - 11/29/2026
Monday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 11/30/2026 - 12/20/2026
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 12/21/2026 - 12/27/2026
Monday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 12/28/2026 - 12/31/2026
Monday - Thursday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Departure Point
- You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.
Itinerary
At whichever time suits you best, make your way to the Washington DC Welcome Center, and board your hop-on, hop-off trolley bus.
Settle in and begin your flexible tour of Washington DC. Listen to your guide's commentary as you pass the White House, the National Mall, and many other major sights.
When you reach a stop that interests you, simply disembark and spend as much time as you'd like exploring. Trolleys arrive roughly every half hour, so you can hop back on when you're done.
This tour also includes transportation to Arlington National Cemetery, and a trip past its major sights.
Settle in and begin your flexible tour of Washington DC. Listen to your guide's commentary as you pass the White House, the National Mall, and many other major sights.
When you reach a stop that interests you, simply disembark and spend as much time as you'd like exploring. Trolleys arrive roughly every half hour, so you can hop back on when you're done.
This tour also includes transportation to Arlington National Cemetery, and a trip past its major sights.
Hop-on Hop-Off Trolley Tour and Arlington National Cemetery Tour
21 Stops
17 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: Tours depart every half hour from Union Station (50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002) beginning at 9am until 4pm. Tour operates daily. Shuttle available from Lincoln Memorial to transfer to Arlington National Cemetery for that portion of the tour. Shuttles run every half hour from 9am - 3:30pm
1
Washington Union Station - Main Entrance
2
National Japanese American Memorial
3
United States Capitol
4
Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum
5
The Wharf DC
6
International Spy Museum
7
Washington Monument
8
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
9
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
10
Lincoln Memorial
11
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
12
National Portrait Gallery
13
Washington Welcome Center
14
The White House
15
National Archives Museum
16
Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center
17
President John F. Kennedy Memorial
18
Arlington Cemetery Future Expansion Area
19
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
20
Arlington House
21
226 Ord & Weitzel Dr
Points of interest passed by on this route
Arlington National Cemetery
The White House
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Smithsonian Institution Building
Old Town Trolley Tours
Lincoln Memorial
U.S. Capitol
Jefferson Memorial
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
John F. Kennedy Grave Site
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Supreme Court
Library of Congress
National Air and Space Museum
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infants must sit on laps
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Collapsible strollers are allowed on the trolley
- Wheelchair accessible; please advise when booking if you require a wheelchair-accessible trolley
- No emotional support animals or pets allowed
- Transfer from Lincoln Memorial to shuttle for Arlington National Cemetery Tour
- Arlington National Cemetery requires a 100% ID Check with no exceptions. All US guest must provide a State or Government Issued picture ID. Visitors 16 and 17 may present a valid school ID. All foreign guest must present a PASSPORT. Foreign ID Cards will not be accepted. US State or Government issued picture ID or PASSPORTS ONLY can be used for entry into Arlington National Cemetery.
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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
4.0
based on 442 reviews
Anitra_W, May 2026
The host/driver was excellent! Made the trip very enjoyable. Very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor
stevefavazza, May 2026
Viator lists incorrect pickup sites. I lost 2 hours trying to find the correct location. I couldn’t reach Viator. I finally reached the actual carrier and they informed me of the correct stop locations. They told me they notified Viator weeks prior to change the locations. The bus and drivers were good.
Maria_P, May 2026
THIS is the way to do Washington DC!
Multiple trolleys-multiple drivers, and each one with a unique personality and DIFFERENT commentaries about the monuments (not a memorized script) One comes by every 20 minutes. All the great stops-none of the walking!!
Theresa_R, May 2026
The tour (other than the Arlington Natl Cemetery part of it) was very good. There are lots of stops, at any of which you could spend hours. This is what we did, thus we missed a lot because it was getting late and we were tired. I would love to be given the option to split this tour into two days, so you could see more.
As for the Arlington National Cemetery part of the tour, this wasn't nearly as well run or organized. There were supposed to be five stops on this tour, but there were only three. Also, when we were ready to depart, we had to wait a long time for the bus. There was one parked at the pick-up spot, but the driver sleeping in the back informed us that he was "on break". While I completely understand that breaks are necessary, I feel he should have moved his bus out of the area. We asked a couple of employees when the next bus would be along ... one of them was nice enough to make a call to find out, but the only answer that was given was "she'll be along". Not helpful.
Michele_D, May 2026
This is 100% the absolute best way to see DC!!! Also, should definitely add The Arlington Cemetery tour to your package!
Lucie_C, Apr 2026
It's nearly everywhere you want to be, or certainly close.
Drivers Joe Moe and Hollywood provided plenty of helpful and interesting narrative about events and places we otherwise would have missed. Be sure to include Arlington. There is an extra charge when you arrive at Arlington if you want to take the tram instead of walk, but it's well worth it.
These drivers let you know they are there to make sure you enjoy your spin(s) around DC, high marks and thank you!
Shari_S, Apr 2026
Best way to get an overview and learn to patience with Changing of the Guard there's more ti it than you realized.
Bill_A, Apr 2026
Lots and lots of walking. Always seemed rushed to get back to pickup spot to make next stop. Didn't have time to utilize HOHO efficiently to see the city. Would be better if it ran later. Probably could have utilized taxis for the same price and not felt hurried.
george_j, Apr 2026
Informative. Quality drivers. They were well-versed in all aspects of the tour. Easy to understand, willing to answer questions.
Connie_R, Apr 2026
Waited too long this time for pickups. In the past it has been much quicker. Would still do again but frustrated
Jackie_S, Apr 2026
This is not a 21 stop tour as it is advertised. It is a 15 stop tour. Yes you can get on the trolly at any of the 15 stops, but you need to be standing by a green and orange trolley bus sign. We started at the Air and Space Museum and were standing 200 feet down the sidewalk from the sign and never got picked up. After calling customer service we were first told that museum was no longer a stop. Then told to walk 20 minutes to get to a different stop. Then told we needed to look for a trolly that stated 21 stop on it (we saw the 15 stop trolley) and then we were hung up on by customer service after about a 30 minute call. We ended up taking an Uber to the start of the tour. We were upset when we stopped at stop 4 of the tour and it was the Air and Space Museum! Customer service needs to be better or don’t have someone answering the phone. The tour was a lot of waiting for the trolly. The tour guides were very knowledgeable and we saw a lot of the city and Arlington Cemetery. Just don’t think I will suggest this to anyone else. We wasted an hour and a half of our tour time just trying to get on the trolly.
Kathleen_O, Apr 2026
Joe Moe was a great guide! Our only issue was difficulty in finding the stop at the Capitol building...no signage and couldn't find a map of drop off locations...
Would recommend 😊
Harry_W, Apr 2026
must be early or on time or bus leaves without you. not exact time for pick up. don't have a minimum for review
Claudia_E, Apr 2026
It moves quickly so have your cameras ready. Also if it’s cooler outside pull the window coverings down.
Daniel_T, Apr 2026
The drivers / tour guides were good drivers, very knowledgeable, and personable. A tour bus is the idea strategy to see a new city.
ROGER_D, Apr 2026
The guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. The ability to hop on and off was very convenient as you will be near Ann of the main sites. We walked between a few of the stops just because but could have easily taken the tour bus and seen everything too
We got on at union station. Information is a little iffy on the pickup location but it’s right out front. We drove into town, finding parking was a nightmare as was the traffic on a Sunday.
Checkin went smoothly once the checkin agent came over to the stand
A little pricy … as everything in DC was but all in all worth it for the ease of seeing the sites
ANGELA_L, Apr 2026
Drivers and staff were great! Traffic in DC not so great. You can get much more in with your time with the Metro
Sara_H, Apr 2026
Start at union station! Easy to hop on and off. Very informative and drivers are great! A lot of construction downtown so it was easier to use trolly!
Penny_C, Apr 2026
Start early to take advantage of this. Wish it ran till about 8. Would be helpful. Drivers were great. Had a brand new guy and he was awesome!!!!
Would do this again.
Shelly_K, Apr 2026
We had an excellent day exploring DC on the hop on/hop off trolley! We never waited more than 10 minutes at a location and saw quite a bit. Drivers were very good. All around good experience. We did the one that went to Arlington National Cemetery and I would highly recommend seeing that also.
Patricia_B, Apr 2026
Very confusing about getting on different buses the guide talked so fast I could barely understand him
Aaron_W, Apr 2026
The tour was educational!
The lack of being told so many road closures would create such an issue with the tour is another thing. Several of the stops were unavailable because of the road closures.
Would have been best if a disclaimer was on the website stating such an issue.
M Dot is an excellent tour guide!
Carlos_H, Apr 2026
Hollywood-Driver and tour guide was exceptionally courteous and professional. Planning is really necessary due to traffic congestion can cause delays and less time to visit all sites.. Get more tour days.
MaryD, Apr 2026
Most economical and efficient way to see Washington DC. Drivers are knowledgeable and fun. Appreciate their information.
Annabel_M, Apr 2026
The stops are too far apart and Arlington is not direct and not after 4.
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Lesley_C, Apr 2026
I never received my tickets. I was not able to get anyone to communicate regarding the confirmation and they would not refund
David_P, Apr 2026
The tour was OK and convenient. One driver and guide we thought was not good. His name was Duke. He talked down to people trying to board the trolley and was harsh in his descriptions of the sights. The driver from the Lincoln Memorial to Arlington and back was great!
Benwie_T, Apr 2026
The tour was amazing. No delays. The staff has a great sense of humor, and were knowledgeable about the tour.
KAREN_K, Apr 2026
Do not do this tour. First of all there were not 21 stops plus Arlington as advertised. This is False advertising. There were 15 of which 3 were not accessible due to 250 anniversary renovations. I realize that part is not in their control and I am not dinging them for that. However I do not know what happened to the other 6 stops plus Arlington cemetery. When I went to the main welcome center the guy scanned our ticket and gave us a booklet with 15 stops. I said what about Arlington he said you need a ticket for that. and he had no idea as to the 21 stops. I said my ticket included Arlington - you would think he would have seen it when he scanned it. He said well stops 8 and 9 are closed so you need to get off at 7 and walk quite a ways to take another bus…not to mention it was very hard to find the stops,. We started at their main center thinking we can take the bus straight through and then on the next round get off where we wanted. . We waited 30 minutes there for the bus to leave only to go one stop with a tour guide that talked so fast we could not understand him, we were told that we had to change buses to continue. We then waited 20 minutes for that next bus to leave. After two stops we just got off. We realized we had spent more time waiting then in the bus. It was not only a complete waste of money but also a complete waste of time! We did take two different tours on our trip to DC which we enjoyed very much. This one was a complete disappointment!
Martha_C, Apr 2026
Get there early, check the trolley stop maps for what you most want to see. We should of just rented an electric bike
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