6 hours
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English
Overview
Meet your guide and the rest of the tour group at the National Archives Building to begin this comprehensive tour around Washington DC. Travel aboard an air-conditioned deluxe coach with an expert local guide who knows the city inside and out.
Visit the most popular monuments, memorials, and museums in DC. Drive by more than 100 of Washington, DC’s top sights, with stops at 10 of them, including the United States Capitol, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and more.
Along the way, hear the historic stories and facts that make the city of Washington, DC one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States. There is a lunch break at approximately the halfway point of the day.
This tour also features a scenic boat cruise along the Potomac River (seasonally, approximately April - mid October), and the chance to upgrade to include admission to the National Air and Space Museum or the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Operated by
Signature Tours of DC
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It was like we were in a race
Alan_M, Mar 2025
It was the worst, James took off at a pace half the group couldn’t keep up with, many were pissed. Before end of tour my wife had enough and we asked how to get back to bus and he would not accommodate. We finally left on our own and got a taxi forfeiting boat cruise we paid for. Total chaotic nightmare. He said himself that was the fastest he had went to that many sites, wasn’t our goal to set a record, after 250 bucks we were looking for vacation enjoyment
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Paula_W, Mar 2025
Bus tour was nice. Able to see lots of meaningful sites. However, upset about river boat tour being cancelled till over 1/2 way thru bus tour. Never was told, I overheard guide telling someone else!!!! Also, I signed up for Wash monument tour and was texted tickets for Sun when I signed up for and was on the Sat tour!!!! The MAIN reason we signed up was for the riverboat tour. Feel like we were deceived and almost held hostage when you knew the boat tour had been cancelled before we boarded the bus in the morning when we specifically mentioned the boat tour would be later in the day! Would like a partial refund for the monument tickets and cancelled boat tour. Paula Wagner 412-354-2850
Boat portion of tour was canceled without notice
Lisa_E, Mar 2025
This tour was booked solely on having the boat portion of the tour. We were not told until we asked during the tour. We were told that the boat was probably bought out for more money and they just found themselves. The bus was clean, but very hot. Thankfully, there was water provided. We boarded at 10 and didn't get to eat until almost 4pm. We left before completing the tour at 4pm with 2 more stops left.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
please call us (202)498-2346
Great guide
Cindi_M, Mar 2025
Everything was great. Highly recommend. Guide was great. Probably would not recommend the Potomac boat ride. Wasn't much to it, but the monuments were great. Loved the information.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thanks for sharing your thoughts about your tour experience with us. It also helps other future guests see what we are all about! It is always our goal to give people a tour to remember and we are so happy you thought it was! We love hearing that our guests loved their tour experience. It really makes our day! We strive to make our tours fun and memorable for everyone every time. Hopefully we will see you back with us soon! Malaak.
Itinerary
White House
You will see the outside of the White House.
20 minutesJefferson Memorial
You will visit the Jefferson Memorial ONLY during the winter months when the seasonal boat cruise of the Potomac River is not operating.
10 minutesLincoln Memorial
You will walk up the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
10 minutesVietnam Veterans Memorial
You will get to see the Vietnam Veteran's Wall with all the history and view the names.
15 minutesVietnam Women's Memorial
A stop which pays homage to our Women in Vietnam.
10 minutesU.S. Capitol
Visit the outside of our US Capitol.
15 minutesFranklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
One of our newest and most liked Memorials.
10 minutesNational World War II Memorial
You will want to take lots of pictures at this memorial. Lots of gorgeous fountains.
10 minutesMartin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
You will love this memorial which pays homage to one of our most famous people that fought for our rights, Martin Luther King, Jr.
10 minutesPotomac River
Seasonal boat cruise of the Potomac River is also included with your tour (seasonally, approximately April - mid October). During the months the ferry is not operating, you will be able to visit Jefferson Memorial and Eisenhower Memorial instead.
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
You will visit the Eisenhower Memorial ONLY during the winter months when the seasonal boat cruise of the Potomac River is not operating.
Washington Monument
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the Washington Monument.
Admission IncludedNational Air and Space Museum
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the National Air & Space Museum.
Admission IncludedNational Museum of African American History and Culture
UPGRADE: Upgrade option available during checkout to include self-guided entry to the African American History Museum.
Admission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- *Tickets handed out at tour check-in. Due to attraction hours, tickets are valid for following day
- UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to also include self-guided entry to Washington Monument
- Visit Georgetown Washington Harbor for lunch on own before ferry (DC Wharf when ferry not operating)
- 6-Hr DC Sightseeing Tour with 10+ Stops & Seasonal River Cruise or Jefferson & Eisenhower Memorials
- Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
- Bonus stops at Jefferson & Eisenhower Memorials when Potomac Cruise not operating (Oct 17-March 25)
- Stop at top DC Sites including the U.S. Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, & more
- UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to also include self-guided entry to the African American Museum
- UPGRADE: Upgrade at checkout to include self-guided entry to the Air & Space Museum
- Pass by over 100+ top Washington DC Sites and Memorials
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Food & Drinks (stop for lunch on own during tour)
- NOTE: Hotel pickup or Drop-Off is not provided. Please plan accordingly.
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Boat ride of Potomac River is seasonal (March 26 - October 16). When the boat is not operating, you will visit the Jefferson Memorial and Eisenhower Memorial instead
- If you upgrade your tour at checkout to include an Attraction Ticket, they will be handed out to you upon tour check-in. Please ask your tour guide or driver for your tickets when being checked in. NOTE: Due to the hours of operation at the attractions, your entry tickets will be valid for use the FOLLOWING day of travel from your tour.
- All purchases of packages are final. Tickets are not refundable or transferable. Cannot be exchanged for another ticket. Only refundable in the event the site is closed.
- NOTE: Due to the hours of operation at the attractions, your entry tickets will be valid for use the FOLLOWING day of travel from your tour.
- There will be standing and walking during this tour. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as much of the tour is outdoors. DC can be very hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.