Enjoy a combo tour of Hop On, Hop Off Washington DC bus tour and sunset tour
Choose from a 24, 48 or 72 hour Hop On, Hop Off Washington DC bus pass
Travel on Red and Blue routes around Washington DC
With the sunset tour, discover the city that turns magical after dark
Listen to pre-recorded commentary in multiple languages
Take advantage of the bike rental for an extra free hour
Get a free commemorative Oval Office digital photo
Smartphone Voucher Accepted! No need to print the tickets

The “Best of DC” combo ticket is a great way to explore the best of Washington DC in a simple and flexible way. Take the Hop On, Hop Off Washington DC bus tour and a sunset tour to ride across the famous landmarks and sights. Take the Hop On, Hop Off Washington DC bus tour with a ticket valid for a 24, 48, or 72 hrs pass to match your trip. This makes it easy for both short visits and longer stays. The tour covers major landmarks, monuments, and museums. Enjoy clear views and photo opportunities from the open deck. You can hop on and hop off whenever you are ready. The Hop On, Hop Off Washington DC bus tour takes you around 2 loops – red and blue with stops near the famous landmarks. The combo tour also includes a Sunset Tour to enjoy an evening view of the city. Admire the city in golden light, creating a magical vibe. With pre-recorded commentary, hear fun and interesting stories in multiple languages. There is even a bike rental to explore the hidden gems.

The Best of DC tour is a flexible and immersive way to experience Washington D.C., combining daytime sightseeing with a special evening perspective, all in one easy ticket. At the start of your journey, you can choose from three bus pass options- 24, 48, or 72 hrs that best suit your travel style, allowing you to explore the city with complete freedom while enjoying open-top views and engaging commentary along the way. Your exploration begins with daytime discovery across Washington D.C.’s most celebrated landmarks using the Hop On, Hop Off Washington DC bus tour. With access to carefully designed two sightseeing routes, you can sit back and relax as the bus takes you close to meaningful monuments and memorials, or hop off at key points of interest to explore at your own pace. Pre-recorded commentary is available on all buses through complimentary headphones, offering stories and facts about the capital in multiple languages, making the journey informative and enjoyable throughout.

As the route unfolds, the Red Loop takes you through the heart of the city, passing iconic sites such as the U.S. Capitol, Jefferson Memorial, Smithsonian Castle, and the Martin Luther King Memorial. This part of the tour offers a deep look into the historic and cultural core of Washington D.C., with stops placed near major attractions so you can easily explore world-renowned museums and landmarks before continuing your ride through the city. The experience then expands further with the Blue Loop, which begins at the Washington Monument and continues past famous memorials, including the Lincoln Memorial and the Korean War Memorial. The journey crosses the Potomac River into Arlington County, Virginia, where you visit the United States military cemetery, the final resting place of thousands of U.S. veterans. The route then returns to the city, passing the White House and offering excellent views of this iconic symbol of the nation, while virtual guides continue to share stories from America’s past and present.

As part of the Best of DC combo ticket, guests also have access to the Sunset Tour, which showcases the city as it transforms at twilight and highlights Washington D.C.’s monuments in a completely different light. This experience is designed as a panoramic tour rather than a hop-on, hop-off service. Alongside sightseeing, the Hop On, Hop Off Washington DC bus tour includes a range of thoughtful extras that enhance your overall experience. To add more ways to explore the city, the tour also includes a bike rental for one hour offer with Unlimited Biking, giving you the chance to discover Washington D.C. on two wheels using provided equipment and mapped routes. You can also enjoy a free commemorative Oval Office digital photo, collected through a simple redemption process near the White House, creating a memorable keepsake from your visit. The tour also offers a hotel shuttle service for a hassle-free experience. The ticket is fully flexible, allowing you to change your bus tour date without extra cost, and a free mobile app helps you stay informed throughout your journey.

Red Loop:

First Bus: 09:00am, Last Bus: 04:30pm

Full Loop: 110 Minutes

Frequency: Every 30-45 minutes

First Stop: Washington Monument

Blue Loop:

First Bus: 09:00am, Last Bus: 04:30pm

Full Loop: 75 Minutes Approx

Frequency: Every 30-45 minutes

First Stop: Washington Monument

Washington DC Panoramic Sunset Tour:

Start Time: 06:30pm (Please arrive 20 minutes prior to the start time)

Duration: 110 Minutes Approx.

Start Point: 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW (Across from Spy Museum in front of US Postal Headquarters)

(Please check the calendar to know about the availability)

24, 48 or 72 Hours Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Ticket (as per option chosen)
2 Hours Sunset Tour
Bike Rental Offer
Attraction and Shopping Discounts
The only National Park Service Concessioner
Free Oval Office Photo

Hotel Transfers
Lunch
Entrance Fees (Unless Specified)

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Activate your HOHO Bus Booking in one of the two ways :
1. Download Big Bus App and use your booking confirmation number mentioned on your booking voucher to activate your HOHO Bus ticket when you're ready to travel. You can then board the bus from any of the stops.
2. Present your paper or mobile voucher to a Big Bus staff member at any stop during operating hours.
All vouchers will now be valid for 06 months from the date of purchase.
Important Notes
- Each group ticket must be used on a single device, and all travellers must stay together.
- If you wish to travel separately, please print individual tickets before activation or contact us to split the booking.
- Keep your phone charged. You’ll need to show your active ticket to board, and it will continue to work offline once activated.

Redemption Info for Bike Rental: On arrival please present your ticket (issued by BBT staff member), your passport or ID card, and a credit card. Bike rental is $10 an hour per person to be paid directly.

How to Get a Free Commemorative Photo: Simply present your Ticket at White House Gifts: 701 15th ST NW, Washington DC 2005 and receive a free Oval Office digital photo. Please note it's one photo per ticket.

Voucher Information: Mobile or Paper Vouchers both are accepted!

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes (Wheelchair accessible vehicles that can accommodate a weight up to 650 pounds.)

Pets Allowed: No

Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.

No food or alcohol is permitted on board the bus. Please feel welcome to bring.

Multiday tickets can only be used on consecutive days.

Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.

Disclaimer:Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.

Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. NO REFUND possible in such conditions.

Extras:

-I ❤️ DC Gifts: Show your Big Bus ticket at the I ❤️ DC Gifts store by Big Bus Stop #11 (City Center & Chinatown) to receive a free souvenir!

-ARTECHOUSE: Show your Big Bus ticket at ARTECHOUSE for $5 off an Anytime Ticket! ARTECHOUSE is located at 1238 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC, 20024, and is open daily from 10:00am–10:00pm

-International Spy Museum Store: Show your Big Bus ticket at the Spy Museum Gift Shop to receive 10% off your purchase. The International Spy Museum Store is located at 700 L Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington DC, 20024, and is open daily between 9:00am–6:00pm

-Unlimited Biking: Show your Big Bus ticket at Unlimited Biking to receive $5 off per person for a Segway tour. Unlimited Biking is locatred at 998 Maine Avenue SW, Washington DC 20024.

Authorized National Park Service Concessioner : Big Bus Washington DC is the authorized interpretive transportation services concessioner of the National Park Service and National Mall & Memorial Parks. As the official sightseeing tour of the National Mall & Memorial Parks, Big Bus Tours gets you closer to meaningful monuments and memorials.

Bike Rental Offer:

-Rent Bike for 1 Hour and get additional 1 Hour Free

-Rental includes bike, helmet, basket, lock, roadside assistance and an illustrated map

-Bikes are to be collected and dropped off at Unlimited Biking Washington DC (801 D Street NW, Washington DC 20004)

-Please note: all guests must be able to ride their own bike. No guest under the age of 18 will be supplied with a bike without the consent of an accompanying adult (18+).

Note: Please arrive in good time to secure your seat. The Sunset Tour operates on a loop, and is not a hop-on, hop-off tour. Tour times are subject to traffic, weather and other events, so please contact us or check with a member of staff for the most up-to-date Sunset Tour scheduling information.

Free Commemorative photo: Please head to Stop #17 (The White House & Willard Hotel, 1401 Pennsylvannia Avenue NW), where a Big Bus Staff member will present you with a paper coupon. You can then redeem this coupon at White House Gifts: 701 15th ST NW, Washington DC 2005 and receive a free Oval Office digital photo. Please note it's one photo per ticket.

Please click HERE to know about the free shuttle service from Hotels.

You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.