DC Express With Convertible Glass-Top Bus
Overview
Two hours. Every DC icon. Zero filler.
Hop aboard our open-top convertible bus and see Washington DC the way it’s meant to be seen — wide open, top down, nothing between you and the monuments. Your expert guide does double duty as driver and live narrator, so you’re getting real stories the whole way, not a recorded loop.
This isn’t a packed 50-seat coach. It’s a small-group Mercedes-Benz SkyVue, so you get panoramic views, easy photos, and a far more personal experience. In a single two-hour loop you’ll take in the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and more — perfect for first-time visitors who want to see it all without burning a whole day.
Worried about weather? Don’t be. The glass roof is fully waterproof and air-tight, so we run year-round, rain or shine!
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Transport by glass-top or open-top, convertible tour bus
- English-Speaking Live Tour Guide/Driver
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
701 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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White House
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National World War II Memorial (pass by)
Washington Monument (pass by)
Jefferson Memorial
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial (pass by)
Lincoln Memorial
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Tour buses do not have storage for accommodating carry-on bags or baby strollers. Please only bring purses, briefcases, or backpacks for your tour.
- No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!).
- Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between Oct - Mar due to colder temperatures.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-6349P25
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