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City Bus Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, and U.S. Capitol Entry

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Explore Washington DC on this Full Day Guided Bus, Walking, and Boat Tour.

Start your day with a 2-hour Guided Walking Tour through Capitol Hill where you'll pass by the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and Senate Office buildings. Travelers will be provided Entry into US Capitol to see a minimum of 3 rooms which may include the Crypt, Rotunda, National Statuary Hall, Old Supreme Court Chamber, or Old Senate Chamber.

Following Capitol Hill, enjoy a guided Bus Tour and make stops outside 10+ top monuments including the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and pass by sites including Washington Monument, Tidal Basin, and more.

There is a lunch break roughly halfway through the day (own expense).

Tour also features a scenic seasonal boat cruise along the Potomac River (typically mid March to mid October). When the boat is not operating, extra stops will be added to Jefferson Memorial, Air Force Memorial and Pentagon Mall.

What's Included

  • Seasonal Potomac River Cruise (typically mid-March to mid-October)
  • Pass by sites including Washington Monument, National Archives, National Mall, Kennedy Center & more
  • Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt, and old house chambers of the US Capitol building
  • Lunch (stop for lunch provided, at own expense)
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Meeting Location

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First Street Northeast
Washington, DC 20543, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20001, USA

Tours conclude at the National Archives Building

What To Expect

Supreme Court (Pass By)

Pass by US Supreme Court with a live guide who will give you details of the history of the high court with key cases and facts around them.
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Ulysses S. Grant Memorial (Pass By)

One of the largest equestrian statues in the world; sculptor took 20 years to complete.
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U.S. Capitol

Inside the U.S. Capitol: Guests go through security, have a short break, watch the orientation film, and then join the official guided tour with headsets. Typical rooms include the Crypt, Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall; sometimes the Old Supreme Court or Old Senate Chambers. The Rotunda fresco “The Apotheosis of Washington” is 180 feet above the floor; the Crypt was originally intended for Washington’s burial.*The government has the right to close or to cancel any tour inside the US Capitol without advanced notice to us.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Library of Congress

Pass by the Library of Congress
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

United States Botanic Garden (Pass By)

Guests meet directly across the street from the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory, one of the oldest botanic gardens in North America, founded by Congress in 1820, located at 100 Maryland Avenue SW.
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White House

Photo stop and time to explore outside the White House
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National World War II Memorial

Stop at the World War II Memorial stands as a wonderful tribute to the lasting memories of those soldiers that fought in this war.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jefferson Memorial

Stop at the Jefferson Memorial
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

A moving tribute to FDR.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

A tribute to a legend that fought for civil rights for all.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lincoln Memorial

You will get to walk up the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and take pictures.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

This is the most visited landmark in Washington, DC. Be ready to be moved.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Korean War Veterans Memorial

This Memorial is a tribute to those that fought in the Korean War.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tidal Basin (Pass By)

Pass by Tidal Basin
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Washington Monument (Pass By)

Pass by Washington Monument
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Supreme Court

Pass by the Supreme Court
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on City Bus Tour with 10 Stops, Boat Cruise, and U.S. Capitol Entry?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Seasonal Potomac River Cruise (typically mid-March to mid-October)
  • Pass by sites including Washington Monument, National Archives, National Mall, Kennedy Center & more
  • Visit the Rotunda, the Crypt, and old house chambers of the US Capitol building
  • Visit Georgetown Washington Harbor for lunch on own before ferry (Pentagon Mall in off-season)
  • 3-Hour Bus and Walking Tour of National Mall to follow Capitol Hill
  • Entry to US Capitol
  • Full Day Comprehensive Bus, Walking, and Boat Tour of Washington DC
  • *Bonus stops at Jefferson, Airforce, and Eisenhower Memorials when Potomac Cruise not operating
  • 2-Hour Walking Tour of Capitol Hill, pass by Supreme Court, Library of Congress and Senate Buildings
  • Photo Stops at 10 Top Attractions including White House, MLK Memorial, US Capitol & Lincoln Memorial
  • Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
  • Lunch (stop for lunch provided, at own expense)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • 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 (EST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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