Washington DC Night Tour: ICONIC Landmarks, Monuments SMALL GROUP
Overview
Experience Washington DC at its most striking; after dark! This guided night tour showcases the city’s most iconic landmarks beautifully illuminated, from the White House and Jefferson Memorial to the Lincoln Memorial and the Korean and Vietnam Veterans Memorials. Enjoy peaceful evening views across the Tidal Basin, explore the National Mall without daytime crowds, and take in the architectural drama of the Washington Monument and Smithsonian Castle. This tour also includes a reserved self-guided ticket to the National Air and Space Museum for the following day, allowing guests to continue their DC discovery at their own pace.
What's Included
- Select Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations available in Washington, D.C.
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Bottled Water and Snack; Granola Bar
- Free Next-Day Self-Guided Air and Space Museum Ticket
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- Gratuities (15% - 20% Recommended)
Meeting and Pickup
Hotel Pick-Up Times: 7:00PM Washington Marriott at Metro Center 7:10PM US Navy Memorial PlazaDrop-Off Locations（approximately time）:10:00PM Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill， 10:15PM US Navy Memorial Plaza， 10:20PM Washington Marriott at Metro Center， 10:30PM JW Marriott WashingtonPickup time may differ from voucher start time. Confirm with operator after booking. Check “Meeting & Pick-up” for details. Arrive 5–10 mins early.The tour lasts approximately 3 hours. Return time may vary depending on the itinerary, traffic, and weather conditions.Please allow a 5–10 minute window before and after your pick-up time, as the guide may arrive slightly early or late due to multiple stops.
What To Expect
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Washington DC (pass by)
White House
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jefferson Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tidal Basin (pass by)
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National World War II Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lincoln Memorial
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bureau Of Engraving And Printing (pass by)
Washington Monument (pass by)
Smithsonian Castle (pass by)
National Mall (pass by)
National Gallery of Art (pass by)
National Air and Space Museum (pass by)
U.S. Capitol
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Washington DC (pass by)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Select Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations available in Washington, D.C.
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests).
- Bottled Water and Snack; Granola Bar.
- Free Next-Day Self-Guided Air and Space Museum Ticket.
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey.
- Personal Expenses.
- Meals, Food and Drinks.
- Gratuities (15% - 20% Recommended).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Washington DC Night Tour: ICONIC Landmarks, Monuments SMALL GROUP is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Select Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations available in Washington, D.C.
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Bottled Water and Snack; Granola Bar
- Free Next-Day Self-Guided Air and Space Museum Ticket
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- Gratuities (15% - 20% Recommended)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
