Our Washington DC Sightseeing Routes (2 Routes)

Explore the USA’s capital city with Big Bus Tours. Our Washington DC bus tour routes take you to the city’s best landmarks and attractions.

Red Loop – Route Timetable

Hop-On, Hop-Off Washington DC Red Loop

Explore DC’s best sights on our Red Loop tour, featuring pre-recorded commentary in different languages. Hop on and hop off to discover iconic landmarks and attractions, including the White House, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial and many more.

*Union Station (First Stop 09:30 Last Stop 16:30)

*US Capitol at Garfield Circle (First Stop 09:39 Last Stop 16:39)

*Air & Space Museum (First Stop 09:45Last Stop 16:45)

*L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum (First Stop 09:50 Last Stop 16:50)

*The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise (First Stop 09:56 Last Stop 16:56)

*Washington Monument West (First Stop 10:02 Last Stop 17:02)

Sunset Tour – Route Timetable

Washington DC Panoramic Sunset Tour

Discover Washington DC’s famous landmarks illuminated in the evening on our panoramic Sunset Tour. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so please arrive at the departure stop at least 15 minutes in advance to secure your seat.
Book your Washington DC Sunset Tour ticket here!

*Union Station (First Stop 18:30 Last Stop 18:30)

Washington DC Hop On, Hop Off Bus Routes Map

Our Routes

The Red Loop is the official tour of the National Mall, stopping at the major Smithsonian Museums and the Nation’s famous monuments and memorials.

( LANDMARK )

•  Ulysses Grant Memorial
•  Union Station
•  WWII Memorial
•  US Treasury
•  Vietnam Memorial
•  Rock Creek Park
•  Embassy Row
•  The Bishop’s Garden

( SHOPPING )

• M and Wisconsin Avenue shops
• Pentagon City Mall

( ATTRACTION )

•  The Old Stone House
•  Smithsonian Castle
•  Sackler / Freer Gallery
•  The National Gallery of Art
•  The Exorcist Steps
•  Bureau of Engraving
•  Woodrow Wilson House
•  Smithsonian National Zoo

( DINING )

• Uno Pizzeria & Grill
• Chinatown
• Hard Rock Cafe

Washington DC Tickets & Passes

Explore Washington DC the Big Bus way. Get the Essential Ticket for our best value Washington DC sightseeing experience!

3 Days

Explore Ticket

Adult from US$89.00

What’s included:

• 3-Day Ticket
• Hop on, hop off
• 2-hour Sunset Tour
• Red Loop
• One Way Monuments Water Taxi
• Bike rental offer
• Great Extras – discounts for attractions and shopping!
• Hotel Shuttle (morning only)
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
• Fully Flexible Bus Ticket (free date change)
• Free Oval Office Commemorative Photo

1 Day

Discover Ticket

Adult from US$49.00

What’s included:

• 1-Day Ticket
• Hop on, hop off
• Red Loop
• Bike rental offer
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
• Fully Flexible Bus Ticket (free date change)

2 Days

Essential Ticket

Adult from US$69.00

What’s included:

• 2-Day Ticket
• Hop on, hop off
• Red Loop
• One Way Monuments Water Taxi
• Bike rental offer
• Great Extras – discounts for attractions and shopping!
• Hotel Shuttle (morning only)
• 25% off Sunset Tour
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
• Fully Flexible Bus Ticket (free date change)
• Free Oval Office Commemorative Photo

Night Tour

DC Holiday Tour

from US$65.00

What’s included:

• 2.5-hour Holiday Tour of Washington DC
• See iconic DC landmarks festively decorated for the holiday season
• Live Guide (Eng only)
• Live Guide (Eng only)
• Free Santa hat
• Photo opportunity at The White House Christmas Tree
• Free Treat Bag

1 Day

Best of DC

Adult from US$69.00

What’s included:

• 2-hour pass for Day Tours
• 2-hour Sunset Tour
• Red Loop
• Bike rental offer
• Great Extras – discounts for attractions and shopping!
• Hotel Shuttle (morning only)
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
• Fully Flexible Bus Ticket (free date change)
• Free Oval Office Commemorative Photo

Sunset Tour

Sunset Tour

Adult from US$59.00

What’s included:

• 2-hour Sunset Tour
• Authorized National Park Service Concessioner