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Big Bus Washington DC Open Top Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Big Bus Washington DC Open Top Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Overview

Explore DC with our flexible hop-on hop-off tours. With Big Bus DC, you have the freedom to create your own itinerary and explore 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 as many times as you like 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. Take in breathtaking views of the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and the White House as our professional digital audio provides professional commentary 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.

City: Washington DC

Mon 07 Jul

Other dates

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Starting at $49.00

Make a reservation

Mon 07 Jul

Starting at $49.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

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)

Free Big Bus app with route information and real-time bus tracking

2-hour Panoramic Sunset Tour (if option selected)

Infants under age 3 are free

Views from an open-top double-decker bus

Additional Info

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
Tickets are valid from the first date of redemption
Download the free Big Bus app for city information and live bus tracking
Strollers must be folded while aboard bus

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

Thomas_A

Mar 2025

Only one of the earphones worked when plugged in. The bus seats are hard plastic and very little let room. The open air top that was half covered and half uncovered was excellent. The view and the pictures from there were excellent.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hi Thomas! Thank you for your valuable feedback about our headphones! We’re really sorry to hear that the sound quality wasn’t up to par. We’ve recently improved our complimentary on-board headphones, and we believe you’ll notice a significant difference on your next Big Bus tour. We also recommend that guests bring their own headphones, as our immersive audio guides can connect via AUX! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the views and captured beautiful pictures. We hope to see you again very soon! Alexandra I. @ Big Bus Tours

Madhurima_D

Mar 2025

The bus was supposed to stop at 17 different stops, but it did not do that. It stopped at random places instead of stopping at the attractions. It skipped World War II memorial, holocaust museum, Vietnam veterans memorial, and White House. It passed by Chinatown and stopped 2-3 blocks away. As for the White House, in the itinerary was said that there would be a commemorative photo taking, but it skipped that part as well and directly went to Union Station (stop 1). Not worth $49.00 that we paid for.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hi Madhurima! We are genuinely sorry to find out that the bus missed the scheduled stops and some significant landmarks, such as the World War II memorial and the White House. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! Our website team is committed to updating our service information page every day to reflect any changes or diversions. You can also connect with us anytime via live chat or email, as we provide support around the clock. We hope you’ll consider giving us another opportunity to enhance your experience in the future! Alexandra I. @ Big Bus Tours

spaula2020

Mar 2025

As always (for Mrs. H & I) a great way to get an overview of any major tourist city. Normally we plan 2 - 3 days in a big city to see SOME of the sights it has to offer doing a day 1 bus tour, this time (ONLY $10.00 MORE) we took the 2 day & because of days 2's weather it proved extremely valuable. If I did have 1 personal criticism it would e that a TWO HOUR loop, if you only wanted (day 2) to see a couple of things, proves to be a lot of time wasted, so we suggest to plan ahead .......

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hello Spaula2020, thank you; we appreciate your feedback! We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help!