As the Official Tour Provider of the National Mall, Big Bus gets you closer than anyone else to the monuments and memorials of DC. Plus, a portion of every ticket goes towards preservation. Explore DC with our flexible hop-on hop-off tours. With 18 stops to explore, you have the freedom to create your own itinerary and discover 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 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. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Lincoln Memorial and White House as our professional digital audio provides insightful commentary along the way. Enhance your Big Bus Tours experience with three exclusive, audio guide walking tours of Arlington National Cemetery, the Tidal Basin, and Georgetown.

This Tourist Scavenger Hunt takes across the Western part of the National Mall with a few side trips to see various interesting things you're expecting to see, and other things you didn't know where there. It takes 2-3 hours to complete, do it whenever you wish - you select your own date and start time, no scheduling or reservation needed. 20+ challenges, games and enigmas to solve as you walk through this historic neighborhood.

Experience DC in a way that’s easy, exciting, and completely flexible. Start your journey on a hop-on hop-off tour to enjoy sweeping views of the city from the open-top deck. You’ll pass famous landmarks like the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, and the U.S. Capitol. Along the way, engaging audio commentary shares the stories behind these historic sites. Hop off at any stop to walk around, take photos, or visit museums, then hop back on when you’re ready to continue. There’s no rush—this tour moves at your pace. Then cruise along the Potomac River with the DC Water Taxi and enjoy a relaxing, scenic ride between The Wharf, Georgetown, National Harbor, and Old Town Alexandria while taking in beautiful views of the skyline and iconic landmarks from the water. The best part? You can enjoy both the bus tour and the Water Taxi on the same day for a full adventure or spread them out over consecutive days for a more relaxed experience. It’s the perfect way to explore DC your way.