DC Memorials Night Tour: Glass-Roof Convertible Upgrade Option
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the stunning beauty of the architecture and memorials of Washington, D.C. lit up after dark.
You’ll begin the tour at the U.S. Navy Memorial, then board the luxury, late-model tour bus and make yourself comfortable before we head off to iconic attractions, including the White House, the Korean War Memorial, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial.
Each building and monument features a special illumination at night. Hop off the bus and explore the memorials with your guide, taking advantage of multiple photo opportunities. The full shimmering skyline can be seen at the start and end of your tour, including views of the twinkling Tidal Basin and Thomas Jefferson Memorial.
For a more exclusive experience, upgrade to our convertible/glass top vehicle which serves a smaller group and provides fresh air and uninterrupted views!
Additional Info
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
Small carry-on bags are allowed; however it recommended to travel light
For security reasons, the tour operator reserves the right to search any bags or purses you bring on board
Please note that most attractions in Washington, DC are equipped with metal detectors at the entrances, and to make your sightseeing experience as seamless as possible, we recommend traveling light on our tours
No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)
Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
Departure Location: Tours Start/Ends at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. We meet guests in the front of the Memorial, a large fountain plaza, by the tall navy flags - on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 7th & 9th St NW. Please note: rideshares tend to bring people to the opposite side of the block.
Parking/Metro: We do not have dedicated parking for this tour. There is street parking and parking garages (including directly under the Navy Memorial meeting location) located in the area. Tours also meet directly outside the Metro station "Navy Memorial - National Archives" on the yellow and green lines.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
Start/End Location
The White House
Guided Stop (outside only)
What‘s Included
Profesional Tour Guide (English-speaking; on and off the bus)
Bottled water
Guided city tour
Gratuities
Hotel pick up and drop off
Luggage Storage
Options
Tour Bus
Up to 50 Passengers: Traditional tour bus
Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
Glass-Top Convertible Mini Bus
UPGRADE: Glass top vehicle: Less than 15 people! Enjoy a smaller group in an arched-glass convertible van. (The roof is open by default April to August)
Departure Time: Tours depart promptly at 7:30pm. Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in.
Reviews
7,007 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A DC MUST!
K1650UJdebbiem,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was worth the wait! George was knowledgeable, friendly, and entertaining. Alisha was an excellent driver.
Worth every penny!
977amiet,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience. Reid was super knowledgeable and Tyrone”s smooth driving made it a wonderful family evening in DC.
Easter weekend
Raschell G,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Derek was entertaining so friendly and filled with knowledge, and even though you could not order this, we had an unusually beautiful warm night
Worth the admission. learned alot from Raphael.
D2212KXjeffreyn,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Raphael and Tyrone were awesome so polite, considerate, accommodating and knowledgeable. it was a pleasure to see the sites at night and witness the enormous spectacular grands settings lighted up. Well worth the small intimate setting of only 18 people capacity van, ( we had 8 that night) .
Will do again! Would hire Derek for a personal tour if possible!
Katie P,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Derek was an amazing tour guide. He had humor and more knowledge than any history teacher I had. Curtis was a super safe driver and very kind helping us on and off the bus.
This is a very efficient...
Melissa T,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a very efficient and fun way to see the main sites if you don’t have all day! We loved the night tour!
An absolute DC must
kristiem608,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have done thia tour now 5 times and Deion "Thirteen" was the best tour guide ai have ever had. He told stories and highlights the entire trip and I learned things that I had never heard before. Really great tour. Even our 18 year old son said it was great!
DC trip with boys
H9654JTjosephh,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with my boys. The guide George was very informative and educational. Highly recommend.
Nice setting at night and very pretty around the city. Try and do this tour both day and at night.
Jeffrey M,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I enjoyed the tour especially seeing the city at night. I wish we would have had another tour guide. I did not need to hear about her political views. Very in appropriate especially if your vies were not the same.
Worth it!
Alyson W,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best part of our tour was our tour guide Deon. He was SO knowledgeable & enthusiastic about DC and history. Everything was beautiful at night. Highly recommend!
From US$69.00
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