Private Night-Time Tour of Washington DC | DC After Dark™
Recommended by 94% of travelers
Washington DC, USA
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy a new perspective on the nation’s capital—and see the sights without worrying about crowds—on this private driving tour. Meet your guide at your Washington DC accommodation, hop aboard a spacious SUV, and set off after nightfall. You can customize your schedule to see only the landmarks that interest you most, from the White House and US Capitol to Lincoln Memorial and beyond—and can admire them all lit up after dark.
- See more of the city in less time when you explore via luxury SUV
- This private tour is tailored to your schedule and sightseeing preferences
- Discover landmarks like the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial
- See a new side of the nation’s capital when you explore after dark
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Your chauffeur will pick you up at your accommodations anywhere in Washington DC, Virginia, or Maryland. Please note this price includes FREE pickup and drop-off within up to 15 miles of Washington DC.
Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Select your preferred tour option to see hours.
Itinerary
1
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
U.S. Capitol
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Washington Monument
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Lincoln Memorial
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
White House
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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
4.7
based on 84 reviews
Robert_F, Sep 2025
Awesome tour of night sites. The driver was friendly and courteous. The entire group had a wonderful time
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the night tour and that our driver made the evening memorable. Our team strives to be friendly, courteous and accommodating, and it means a lot to know we hit the mark. We look forward to welcoming you and your group back for another adventure in D.C. soon!
Kelli_L, Sep 2025
Very smooth tour, flexible and a knowledgeable driver. We were able to add sites that weren’t on the standard itinerary and also adjust our pick up and drop off locations.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed a smooth and flexible tour of Washington, D.C. and that our driver’s knowledge helped make the day even more special. It’s always our goal to customize the itinerary so you can see the landmarks and hidden gems that matter most to you. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you on another private tour in the future.
Thornton_K, May 2025
Best way to see the monuments, hands down! Esrick was a superb driver and guide. He put us in the right places and gave us great tips on achieving the best views. Ask for E!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for sharing such a glowing review! It sounds like Esrick turned your monument tour into something truly unforgettable. From his perfect drop-off spots to the insider tips for the best views—that’s the kind of local expertise we love delivering. We’ll make sure “Ask for E!” becomes a thing!
pam_n, May 2025
Amazing tour with knowledgeable guide (Kenneth). Great to do at the beginning of your trip as you get a lay of the land and can easily see all your must do monuments in the comfort of a private vehicle with the easiest drop off/pick ups. Kenneth was so kind and efficient with excellent local recommendations!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We're so glad you kicked off your trip with our private tour—it's the perfect way to get your bearings in D.C. and enjoy the monuments stress-free. Kenneth takes great pride in creating a seamless experience, and it’s wonderful to hear his kindness and local tips made an impact. Hope the rest of your trip was just as memorable!
Jane_K, Oct 2024
Kenneth is a wonderful tour guide. Gracious, funny, wonderful company. Took wonderful pictures of our group.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thanks for the kind words! We’re thrilled you had a great DC tour with Kenneth. He’s indeed a wonderful guide, and we're glad he made your trip memorable with his humor and photos. Hope to see you in DC again!
Nancy_S, Aug 2024
Our chauffeur took us to all the monument highlights and was very good about giving us plenty of time to take photos. Wonderful evening
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that your chauffeur made your evening special by taking you to all the monument highlights and allowing ample time for photos. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again on your next adventure!
Dennis_L, Aug 2024
First off, Surjit, our driver, was first rate. Very knowledgeable of not only the memorials we were stopping at, but also buildings that we saw along the way.
We were able to see a version of The Capitol that we had not seen before
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Dennis, thanks for the great review! Your chauffeur really knows his stuff, and we're glad he could show you a new side of The Capitol and DC's landmarks. It's awesome to hear you enjoyed the tour. We hope to have you back for another adventure soon!
Cheers!
Alesa_H, Jul 2024
Such a great time! Our guide was fantastic and so very nice and helpful. Was nice not to have to drive.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Alesa, thank you for the kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the experience and found our guide helpful. It’s great to hear you could relax and leave the driving to us. We look forward to your next trip!
Darel_I, Jul 2024
O’Dell was a great driver and guide. We enjoyed our time with him. He even went off script to take us to the Iwo Jima / Marine Corps monument per my request.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Odell as your driver and guide. It's fantastic that he was able to accommodate your request and take you to the Iwo Jima / Marine Corps monument. We pride ourselves on our team's flexibility and dedication to providing memorable experiences. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again on your next adventure in Washington DC
Julie_L, Jul 2024
Getting to share the city we took our granddaghter's dad to so many times, with them. We made grwat memories.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled you made great memories with your granddaughter. We look forward to being part of more of your special moments in the future!
Vicki_R, Jun 2024
It was a magnificent evening in DC and our driver Odell was so very friendly and accommodating. He was informative and knowledgeable. Everyone in our group of 7 had a wonderful time.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Vicki, we appreciate your feedback! We're delighted that Odell's friendliness and knowledge enhanced your magnificent evening in DC. It's fantastic to hear that all seven of you had such a great time. during our private tour of Washington DC. Thank you for choosing us!
Laurie_M, Jun 2024
The night tour was wonderful and a highlight to all in our group. It was a beautiful evening for exploring and seeing the sights. Our guide let us take our time when we got out and just followed us until we were ready to go on to the next sight. He was very kind and took good care of us. So fantastic to get picked up and returned to our VRBO in Arlington! Our experience couldn’t been better.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Laurie, thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience! We're overjoyed to hear that the night tour was a highlight for your entire group. We're thrilled that your guide was so kind and accommodating, allowing you to take your time at each stop. We're so happy that your experience couldn't have been better. We can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure with DCAcar.
Jessica_H, Jun 2024
We had a large group in town for business meetings and I wanted them to have a chance to enjoy the landmarks of DC without having to walk too much and this tour was great. We were able to spend as much or as little time as we wanted and were always easily and conveniently picked up and dropped off near the landmark. We customized the trip and pick-up/drop-off to be most convenient. The van was very comfortable and good quality, we had a lot of fun!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Jessica, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your group had a great time exploring the landmarks of DC with us. It's fantastic that the customized trip and convenient pick-up/drop-off options worked well for your schedule. We're glad the van provided a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone. If you ever have more business meetings or just want another fun outing, we'd be happy to help plan another memorable tour for you. Thanks again for choosing us!
Linda_S, Jun 2024
Our driver Kevin is a life long DC resident and is happy to share his love and knowledge of
The city! He was also a careful and skilled
Driver and adjusted the schedule
According the our wishes! Highly recommended
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Hi Linda, thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're delighted that Kevin's love for DC and his expert driving made your experience special. Adjusting the schedule to your preferences is all part of our commitment to great service. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon on another DC Tour.
Margaret_W, May 2024
This was our second time doing this tour! (We wanted our other family members to experience it, too.) Just as fantastic as we remember...
Response from Host, May 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us again! We're excited to hear that your second Washington DC tour was just as fantastic as the first. It's wonderful that you brought your other family members along to enjoy it, too. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future!
Lesley_M, May 2024
Kevin was delightful and very knowledgeable about the area. Despite the drizzle he showed us all over the area . We had a wonderful time. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2024
Lesley, thank you for your high recommendation and for taking the time to share your experience! We're so glad to hear that Kevin's knowledge and enthusiasm enhanced your Washington DC tour, even in the drizzle. It's wonderful that you had a delightful time exploring with us. We look forward to welcoming you again soon for another great adventure!
doreen_b, Apr 2024
Loved seeing the monuments lit up at night. Perfect opportunity for family photos to remember this significant trip. Our driver/guide was marvelous. The route was well planned and he was in tune with our family abilities.
Response from Host, May 2024
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're absolutely delighted to hear that the night-time views of the monuments added that special touch to your family photos. It sounds like your driver- Odell did a fantastic job. We can't wait to have you back for more memorable experiences!
Helen_H, Apr 2024
We all appreciated Andre’s knowledge and warmth.
We felt he was attentive to our needs and rhythm during the trip which was quite helpful because we were traveling as a multigenerational way. The sights were wonderful and perfectly timed to make the most of the evening/night tour. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Thank you Andre.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Helen, thank you for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that Andre's knowledge made your DC trip a success, and that he was attentive to the pace and needs of your group. It's great to know that the timing of the sights was just right for your night tour of Washington DC. We'll make sure to pass your kind words along to Andre. Thanks again, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you in the future!
Paul_R, Apr 2024
Kevin was our guide and he was absolutely phenomenal!
He shared many personal experiences related to the sites we visited, and ensured we had a memorable tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
HI Paul, thanks for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that Kevin was an outstanding guide and made your DC tour memorable with his personal stories and insights. It sounds like he went above and beyond to ensure you had a fantastic experience. We'll be sure to share your compliments with him!
Looking forward to your next visit at DCAcar.
We also offer Private tour of Mt. Vernon and President Lincoln's Cottage. Call for details
Samantha_O, Apr 2024
Great tour guide. Family friendly. Would recommend Kevin! He was kind, knowledgeable and provided a great experience.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Samantha, thanks for recommending Kevin and our DC Moonlight tour! We're glad your experience was memorable and appreciate your kind words.
sallyjmorales, Apr 2024
Driver was friendly and personable. We felt safe and not rushed. Some of the monuments were being renovated and access wasn’t as easy. But our driver got us where we wanted to be.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Sally,
It's great to hear your driver was both friendly and made you feel at ease throughout your journey. Safety and comfort are always top priorities, so I'm glad you felt both. Even with the renovation hurdles at some monuments, it sounds like your driver adeptly navigated the challenges to get you to your desired spots. Thanks for sharing your experience; feedback like yours really helps!
Kelli_H, Mar 2024
We had a wonderful tour! Our driver was amazing and very accommodating! I only gave this 4 stars instead of 5 because I was contacted through visitor and by phone asking me to change my tour time. I honestly don’t know if it was viator or the tour company. We had booked for 7 pm and were asked to repeatedly if we wanted to move our tour time up. Eventually I agreed to start at 6:30, but should not have. In late March it does not get dark in DC until closer to 8. Our driver was very surprised about this and was very accommodating to take us to see other things and then bring us back to the monuments once it was dark.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Kelli,
It's awesome to hear you had a wonderful tour and that your driver went above and beyond to accommodate your needs – that's exactly what we aim for! I'm sorry about the confusion and inconvenience regarding the change in tour time. It's understandable how important it is to experience the monuments at the right time, especially when planning around sunset views. We'll definitely take your feedback on board to ensure clearer communication in the future and to avoid any similar situations. It's great to know that despite the hiccup, your driver was able to adapt the tour to make sure you didn't miss out on seeing the monuments in all their illuminated glory. Thanks for being understanding and for sharing your experience. Your feedback helps us improve!
Melissa_S, Mar 2024
Kevin made this a memorable experience. He was polite, personable, and knowledgeable. The best part of our dc trip. We highly recommend Kevin.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hi Melissa,
Thrilled to hear Kevin played such a pivotal role in making your DC trip memorable! His politeness, and knowledge truly stand out. Thank you for recommending him and for letting us know he was the highlight of your visit. We appreciate your feedback!
Marcy_M, Mar 2024
Our driver was very nice but did not talk to us much. We were not given any extra information about places we visited. It was great to have a car waiting on us at each stop. I think I was expecting more from our guide so that’s why I gave 4/5. It was a nice experience overall.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Hi Marcy, thank you for sharing your experience and for the positive rating. We're glad to hear that having a car ready at each stop added to your convenience. We understand your expectation for more engagement and information from your guide; this feedback is invaluable as we strive to enhance our services. We'll certainly address this to ensure a more enriched experience for our VIP customers in the future. We appreciate your honesty and look forward to providing a 5-star experience next time.
dmhammond6, Mar 2024
We had a great time last night - it was a beautiful, clear night and our chauffeur was a hoot! It's so much more serene to see the monuments at night as the light plays off of the statues and engravings.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Thrilled to hear you enjoyed a beautiful, clear night with us! The serene ambiance of the monuments under the night sky truly is something special, and we're glad our chauffeur added to the experience with their lively personality. Thank you for taking a moment to share your impressions; your feedback illuminates the unique charm of our nighttime tours. We can't wait to have you join us again for another memorable adventure!
Cody_M, Mar 2024
Our family had an incredible time touring the monuments at night. I would highly recommend to everyone!
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Hi Cody,
We're overjoyed to hear that your family had an incredible time touring the monuments at night! Recommendations like yours mean the world to us and highlight the magical experiences we strive to provide. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your positive experience. We look forward to welcoming you and your loved ones back for more unforgettable moments.
Tiffany_W, Mar 2024
Omar did a great job getting us as close to the monuments as possible, and kept the vehicle nice and warm for our return. This was a great experience for our family!
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Tiffany, thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with DCAcar! We're thrilled to hear he made your family's visit to the monuments memorable by ensuring comfort and convenience. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and Omar's dedication reflects our commitment to exceptional service. We look forward to welcoming your family again for another great adventure!
Ronda_Z, Feb 2024
Friendly. Flexible. Knowledgeable. Perfect length of time and perfect selection of sights. Would do it again.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Thanks a lot for taking the time and reviewing your tour experience.
Robin_M, May 2023
We were picked up at 7:30.
Driver,O'Dell, took us to main sights.
Many before lights were on.
Tour completed before 9:30.
Alot of $ for 2 hour tour.
Very disappointed!!!
Response from Host, May 2023
Dear Robin,
We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your insights with us. Your patience during our phone conversation and thorough responses to our questions has been invaluable.
We regret to hear that your experience with our Night Tour, under the guidance of Odell, fell short of your expectations. Our primary aim is to highlight the city's principal attractions. We sincerely apologize if the scheduling of the tour led to certain sights not being fully illuminated during your visit.
Your feedback is a crucial component of our ongoing commitment to enhancing our services. If there are other ways we may assist you, or if you have further observations to share, please feel free to connect with us.
Thank you for selecting our service, and we earnestly look forward to the possibility of delivering a more gratifying experience to you in the future.
Best regards,
DCAcar
Tim_T, Apr 2023
Andrew our driver was great! Plenty of time at each stop. Very nice vehicle and timely. Seeing the city at night is outstanding
Response from Host, Apr 2023
Hi Tim! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time on our Washington DC Private Night Tour. We're glad Andrew delivered excellent service and you appreciated the quality of our vehicle and his punctuality. There's indeed something magical about seeing the city at night! We'll make sure to pass your compliments to Andrew. Thank you for the 5-star review and for choosing DCAcar!
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