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!
Reviews
Reviews and Rating (Tripadvisor)
5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
LeiA_O, 12/13/2025 11:36:24 PM
George was fantastic. So much knowledge and such a great personality. Highly recommended this tour!!
Global49700164207, 12/10/2025 10:33:54 PM
Rocky was an incredible tour guide and Kholifa was a great driver. Both very friendly and professional. Loved the tour.
Angela B, 12/8/2025 10:23:22 PM
Great experience! Great tour guides and lots of good information and stops. Great photo ops! The tour size was nice as a smaller group! Would recommend for anyone!
robert_s, 12/8/2025 11:02:41 AM
There's a lot of walking and steps so wear good shoes. Our guide Reid and bus driver were awesome. The monuments lit up at night were beautiful.
Ashley_B, 12/7/2025 2:03:52 AM
It was a very humbling experience! Educational and Entertaining! Our guide George and driver Khalifa were absolutely fabulous! Plan on booking again to bring my children so they can enjoy this experience
Kaitlyn_D, 12/6/2025 9:18:23 AM
This exceeded expectations! Our guide Deion made this tour so much fun! He kept the energy high the entire 3 hours and shared so many fun tips. Seeing the monuments at night was something truly special. Highly recommend!
Cindee_L, 12/5/2025 11:26:16 PM
Our guide was extremely informative and very nice! Also, our driver was also fantastic. Very enjoyable evening, well worth the time and money!
rebeccatG6005IL, 12/3/2025 10:24:40 PM
It was a great experience seeing DC in the evening. Buz and Tyrone were excellent guides and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this tour!
keithrD5011FH, 12/3/2025 10:23:41 PM
A really wonderful way to see the monuments. Buzz and Tyrone were great to spend the evening with: knowledgeable and helpful and always smiling. I highly recommend it.
squirrelgirl1971, 12/2/2025 10:14:34 PM
Chad was an amazing tour guide. He what's Fairy knowledgeable and answered any questions quickly and effortlessly.
- 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