Breathtaking DC Night Tour: Illuminated Monuments & Memories
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!
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Leonardo_N, 10/28/2025 9:20:04 AM
We had a fantastic time. We booked literally last minute and we got on. It was so worth it. Very knowledgeable tour guide. Always had a lot of cool facts to share.
Sonal G, 10/27/2025 9:23:37 PM
Great guide. Great historical stories. Great driver. Loved the experience of monuments at night. Pleasant. Clean car.
Suzanne_O, 10/27/2025 2:52:37 PM
The DC Memorials Night Tour was fantastic and better than expected! Our tour guide was knowledgeable, engaging and full of fascinating stories and history about the memorial sites and architecture. The driver was equally wonderful and made the ride smooth, fun and comfortable - even letting me use his phone charger! The glass-roof convertible upgrade gives a stunning view of the illuminated memorials and worth the additional cost. Make sure you have transportation lined up after the tour ends at night and know that there is some stair climbing.
525essayash, 10/26/2025 9:31:53 AM
Driver and tour guide was professional, well organized and very helpful. We were able to get very deep explanations history of all the monumental places.
968daniseb, 10/25/2025 1:52:19 PM
Deon is the best travel guide for DC…knowledgeable and witty and safety conscious! Sean is safety first wheeling that beautiful clean transportation modern bus around DC. The three hours were comfortable and more fun than I expected. We highly recommend!
Patricia_G, 10/25/2025 10:06:41 AM
We had a great time on this tour the tour guide was very knowledgeable and made it fun. I like the fact that you could get on and off the bus there is walking involved but not much.
Nicky_C, 10/25/2025 8:15:48 AM
Very good introduction to Washington, lots of information and history given on the tour. We went during the federal shutdown and Will our guide gave information on what was open and alternative things to do. Our driver Kalief was fab at getting us close to the Martin Luther King memorial during road works blocking the route.
Jeannine_G, 10/24/2025 11:25:48 PM
Interesting and informative tour guide. Tour guide and driver were great. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the DC area.
Pamela_L, 10/24/2025 10:44:25 PM
Great guide with attention grabbing and informative narration of all the monuments and history of DC
Jill_S, 10/24/2025 11:17:42 AM
Great opportunity to see the most iconic monuments at night. Our guide, Reed, was extremely knowledgeable and gave great information at all the sites. Mr. Calvin was a wonderful driver and entertaining as well. There was a lot more walking than I was prepared to do; lots of off and on the bus. I am sore today but it was well worth it! Highly recommend!
- 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.
Departure point
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.Return details
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!Redemption
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. • Tour departs promptly at 7:30 pm • Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes prior to the departure time for a timely check-in. • Tour duration: 3 hours • The sitting is assigned on first come, first served basis. • A moderate amount of walking is involved. • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. • Not wheelchair accessible. • Tour buses do not have storage for accommodating carry-on bags or baby strollers. • Please only bring purses, briefcases, or backpacks for your tour. • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. • Climate-controlled convertible glass-top / open-top bus. • Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund