Big Bus DC: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with 17 Stops
Explore DC with our flexible hop-on hop-off tours. With 17 stops to explore, you have the freedom to create your own itinerary and discover the city's iconic landmarks at your own pace.
Our tours allow you to experience the best of DC while enjoying the comfort of open-top double-decker buses. Hop on and off at any stop throughout the city, giving you the flexibility to explore.
From the historic landmarks of the National Mall to the hip neighborhoods of Georgetown, our routes cover the must-see sights of DC. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and the White House as our professional digital audio provides insightful history and hidden stories along the way.
Whether you're interested in history, culture, or simply soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of the city, our hop-on hop-off tours offer the perfect way to discover DC. Plus, with our live bus tracking, you'll always know when the next bus is arriving, ensuring a seamless sightseeing experience.
Options
24-Hour Ticket & Walking Tours
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour: Hop on and off at 17 convenient stops around the city and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Digital Walking Tours: Choice of self-guided tours to explore by foot
Free Oval Office Photo: Free Oval Office digital photo from White House Gifts
Bike Rental Offer: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free with Unlimited Biking. Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock.
What's included in Big Bus DC: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with 17 Stops
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Routes
Red Route: Hop-on Hop-off
First Departure at 9:30 am from Union Station main entrance, next to Columbia Circle (50 Massachusetts Ave NE). Last departure 4:30PM. Buses depart every 30 minutes (Nov-Feb) and every 20 minutes (March-Oct). Download the Big Bus app for route info, live bus tracking, and customer assistance via chat.
Inclusions
- Free 1-hour bike rental at Unlimited Biking
- Digital audio commentary in multiple languages
- Unlimited hop-on and hop-off access (24, 48, or 72 hours)
- Open-top Double Decker sightseeing buses with 17 stops
- Free Big Bus app with route information and real-time bus tracking
- 2-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)
- Self-Guided Digital Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Big Bus DC Hop-on Hop-off Route will be closed on JUNE 14TH for the Military Anniversary Parade.
- Download the free Big Bus app for city information and live bus tracking
- Strollers must be folded while aboard bus
- Free White House Commemorative Photo: Present your ticket at White House Gifts (701 15th ST NW) to receive a free Oval Office digital photo. One photo per ticket.
- Unlimited Biking Offer: Rent a bike for one hour and get an additional hour free. Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock, roadside assistance and an illustrated map featuring key routes and attractions.
- Visitors 18+ must show valid photo ID to enter Arlington National Cemetery. Explore this historic site with a self-guided digital walking tour, featuring the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington House, JFK's Gravesite, and the Memorial Amphitheater—complete with rich facts and stories at your own pace. 4o
Meet
Meeting Point
Refer to the confirmation for meeting point details.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Hop-on Hop-off Tours depart from Stop #1 Union Station (50 Massachusetts Ave NE, in front of Columbia Circle), or guests may board at any stop along the route. Sunset Tours depart from Stop #1 only. Download the free Big Bus app for city information and live bus tracking.