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Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour + boat cruise

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 6 hours
Service animals welcome

Board your glamourous, climate-controlled panoramic bus at the U.S. Navy Memorial for one of the best bus tours in Washington DC!

Expanding on our popular Highlights Tour, this six-hour excursion also includes a lunch break and the opportunity to travel through the Tidal Basin.

See the very best of Washington DC in one day! Enjoy guided walks around the U.S. Capitol Building, the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial, and more! For a unique experience, this tour includes a leisurely seasonal (Apr 1 to Sep 30) cruise on the Potomac River! In winter, we get to explore the Pentagon City.

Upgrade to our convertible tour bus for a unique sightseeing experience with an open-air view when weather permits, and a climate-controlled, glass-top roof for comfort during sudden weather changes!

What's included

  • Boat Cruise on the Potomac River (seasonal: April 1 to September 30)
  • Upgrade to glass-top bus available
  • English-Speaking Live Tour Guide (on and off the bus)

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Gratuities
    • Lunch

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Location

    Departure point

    US Navy Memorial Plaza, Pennsylvania Ave NW 701, Northwest Washington, Washington, DC, 20004
    For either the Discover DC Guided Bus Tour (6349touronly) or the Upgrade: Glass-Top/Convertible (TG4) departure @ 10 AM: Look for the tour greeter near the tall, white flagpoles on the Pennsylvania Avenue side of the U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza (between 7th & 9th Streets) outside the Archives metro.

    End point

    US Navy Memorial Plaza, Pennsylvania Ave NW 701, Northwest Washington, Washington, DC, 20004

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