Washington Dc Hop on Hop Off Bus Tours

Highlights

• Absorb America’s capital city aboard a hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
• See famous landmarks such as the Washington Monument, United States Capitol and Lincoln Memorial.
• Select a 1 or 2-day tour pass and set your own itinerary.
• Access 2 routes of the open bus tour with a total of 30 stops.

What It Includes

• Live commentary by a guide in English.
• A pre-recorded commentary that is available in 8 languages.
• Premium 2-day ticket includes admission to Madame Tussauds and the President Gallery.
• Deluxe 2-day ticket includes admission to Madame Tussauds and the President Gallery as well as 2-way water taxi tickets.

Verdict

• Ideal for first-time visitors who wants a great overview and orientation of the capital city. Explore two routes using one ticket only with a total of 33 bus stops. 
• Perfect for all kinds of travelers. Ramps are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. Travelers with service animals are permitted. 

Highlights

• Immerse yourself with famous sights aboard a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
• Select a 1 or 2-day tour pass that will allow you to create your own travel plan.
• Access 4 different routes of the open bus tour.
• Stop by the National Museum of African American, the United States Holocaust Memorial, National Museum of American History and the National Museum of Natural History
• A cruise along Potomac River for 48-hour ticket holders.

What It Includes

• Live commentary by a guide in English.
• A pre-recorded commentary that is available in 8 languages.
• 48-hour ticket includes admission to the Night tour and National Ferry Cruise.
• All electronic vouchers must be redeemed at the local partner’s redemption desk in Station. A paper voucher is required.

Verdict

• Ideal for returning visitors with four routes to choose from. The red loop covers the historic center, Blue Loop takes you across Potomic River, Yellow Loop also takes you to the historic center all the way to Georgetown and Green Loop will take you to National Cathedral.
• Perfect for all kinds of travelers. Ramps are accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

Highlights

• Take charge of your tour plan with a hop-on hop-off bus tour pass.
• Select a 1 or 2-day tour pass that will give you access to 3 bus routes.
• See famous buildings and landmarks such as the United States Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and the Smithsonian Institution Offices.
• The Moonlight Tour, which is available for 48-hour ticket holders, is the perfect way to appreciate the city at night.

What It Includes

• Live commentary by a guide in English.
• A pre-recorded commentary that is available in 9 languages.
• 48-hour ticket includes admission to the Night tour.
• All electronic vouchers must be redeemed at the local partner’s redemption desk in Station. A paper voucher is required.

Verdict

• Recommended for travelers staying for a long period. One can choose their preferred attractions such as Newseum, Bike and Roll DC, Myths and Misconceptions Walking Tour, and a lot more. You can visit these attractions within the 14-day period.
• Wheelchair ramps are available for usage.

Highlights

• Explore the city on board a hop-on hop-off bus tour with a 1 or 2-day validity.
• Hop on and off the open bus in any of the 20 stops.
• Learn about the history through several museums including the National Museum of African American, the United States Holocaust Memorial, National Museum of American History and the National Museum of Natural History
• 48-hour ticket holders will enjoy a free Evening Twilight Tour.

What It Includes

• Free Wi-Fi connection on board the sightseeing bus tour.
• Live tour guide in English and pre-recorded commentary which is available in 9 languages.
• A complimentary night tour for 48-hour ticket holders.

Verdict

• Recommended for those travelers who require comfort and convenience. All buses are equipped with free Wi-fi and bathroom.
• Ideal for travelers with limited movement. Wheelchair ramps are available to make your tour experience easy.

Highlights

• Hop on and off the sightseeing bus tour in any of the 25 stops.
• Experience the "Washington's Best Tour" according to Washington Magazine aboard the Old Town Trolley. 
• See the Monuments at night during the Moonlight Evening tour including the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and the Smithsonian Institution Offices.

What It Includes

• An audio commentary that is available in 7 languages.
• Admission to the Monuments by Moonlight tour.
• Admission to Arlington National Cemetery Trolley tour or shuttle to Arlington National Cemetery.
• GPS-Tracking app to guide you to the next trolley arrival.

Verdict

• Recommended for those travelers with limited time. Get a comprehensive overview of the city with the combined trip on the Old Town Trolley and the Moonlight tour with just a day.
• Ideal for vacationers who are not fluent in English. A free downloadable app will give them access to tour narration in 7 languages. 

Highlights

• Hit all 25 stops during a 1-day or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour.
• Decide if you want to visit Arlington National Cemetery or enjoy a relaxing cruise down Potomac river.
• Learn as much about the city by the fully narrated tour covering over a hundred points of interest. 

What It Includes

• Audio commentary is available in 7 languages.
• Admission to Arlington National Cemetery Trolley tour or shuttle to Arlington National Cemetery.
• GPS-Tracking app to guide you to the next trolley arrival.
• Taxes, fuel surcharges, and service fees are included.
• Round-trip water taxi (available March 3 to December 31)
• An extra Trolley ride during the Winter period (January 2 to March 2)

Verdict

• Recommended for vacationers staying in the city for a short period of time. Get an all-inclusive impression of the city with the Old Town Trolley Tour and the boat cruise along Potomac.
• Ideal for vacationers who are not fluent in English. A free downloadable app will give them access to tour narration in 7 languages. 

Highlights

• Explore Arlington National Cemetery aboard a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
• Visit prominent graves and memorials of JFK, Jackie O, and Bobby Kennedy.
• Pay your respects to the unidentified fallen soldiers at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

What It Includes

• Learn about the history of the famous cemetery from a live commentary guide.
• Admission to Arlington National Cemetery Trolley tour.
• Unlimited hop-on hop-off at any of the six stops of the tour.

Verdict

• Ideal for travelers looking for a short tour. Route duration is only 45 minutes.
• Recommended to all types of travelers. Indicate during booking if a wheelchair-accessible trolley is required. 

Highlights

• Set your own travel plan and explore the city at your own pace with a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour pass.
• Select from the 3 bus loops or get on all of them.
• Choose entry to famous sights like the National Geographic Museum and Madame Tussauds DC.

What It Includes

• Learn more about the city by listening to a pre-recorded audio commentary available in 11 languages.
• Unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour with 3 available routes.
• Free admission to up to five city attractions.

Verdict

• Ideal for returning tourists. A lot of route options and you can select the city attractions you want to go to.
• Recommended to all types of travelers. Indicate during booking if a wheelchair-accessible trolley is required. 

Highlights

• Tour the Capital city using the Washington DC Explorer pass that is valid for 30 days.
• Select from the 25 activities/things to do such as a hop-on hop-off bus tour, a boat cruise, see the Crime Museum and a lot more.
• Enjoy direct admission to attractions like International Spy Museum, Madame Tussauds DC, Newseum, Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and The Lyceum.

What It Includes

• A digital guidebook that helps you make the most of your time in the city.
• Enjoy skip-the-line features during the sightseeing bus tour.
• Admission to top attractions such as International Spy Museum, Madame Tussauds DC, Newseum, among others.

Verdict

• Tourists staying in the city for a long period of time can take advantage of this tour. The pass is valid for 30 days from the time of first use.
• Recommended to all kinds of travelers. Save time with the skip-the-line option in top attractions. Wide variety of attractions to choose from.

Highlights

• Aboard the WWII amphibious vehicle for a unique duck tour that you will never forget.
• See the well-known monuments onboard a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
• Embark from any of the 17 stops. See the United States Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and the Smithsonian Institution Offices.

What It Includes

• Learn more about the city by listening to a pre-recorded audio commentary available in 7 languages.
• Local taxes included in the pass.
• Admission to Arlington National Cemetery Trolley tour or shuttle to Arlington National Cemetery.
• DC Duck tour.

Verdict

• Recommended to tourists looking for a unique tour experience. Take this 90-minute tour aboard a WWII amphibious vehicle.
• Families with children can benefit from this tour. Children 3 years old and below are free.