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Duration: 2 days

Overview

Take your time exploring the capital with the Big Bus Washington DC 48 Hour Essential Pass in Washington, DC, a two-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour covering iconic landmarks, Arlington, and the National Mall with added perks like a commemorative Oval Office photo.

🚌 Enjoy 48 hours of hop on hop off access across both the Red and Blue routes covering DC and Arlington

📸 Receive a commemorative Oval Office style digital photo as a fun keepsake from the experience

🚶 Access self guided walking tours through Georgetown, the Tidal Basin, and Arlington Cemetery

🎧 Listen to multilingual audio commentary sharing the stories behind Washington DC’s landmarks and memorials

Two days in the capital opens up a lot more to see, and the Big Bus Washington DC 48 Hour Essential Pass in Washington, DC makes it easy to cover the highlights without rushing. This hop on hop off sightseeing experience includes access to both the Red Loop and Blue Loop, connecting major landmarks across the city and into Arlington. The Red Loop moves through the heart of Washington DC, passing the U.S. Capitol, Smithsonian museums, and key memorials along the National Mall, while the Blue Loop crosses the Potomac River to Arlington National Cemetery before looping back past the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and other historic sites. From the open top deck, riders can take in wide views while listening to commentary that adds context to each stop.

The experience also includes self guided walking tours through Georgetown, the Tidal Basin, and Arlington Cemetery, offering a closer look at the city beyond the bus route. A commemorative Oval Office photo adds a fun keepsake to the day, giving visitors a chance to capture a lighthearted moment in a presidential setting. As the only authorized interpretive transportation service of the National Park Service and National Mall & Memorial Parks, Big Bus Washington DC provides direct access to some of the country’s most significant landmarks. The added time allows for a more relaxed pace, making it easier to step off, explore, and fully take in the history and atmosphere of Washington DC.

Two days in the capital opens up a lot more to see, and the Big Bus Washington DC 48 Hour Essential Pass in Washington, DC makes it easy to cover the highlights without rushing. This hop on hop off sightseeing experience includes access to both the Red Loop and Blue Loop, connecting major landmarks across the city and into Arlington. The Red Loop moves through the heart of Washington DC, passing the U.S. Capitol, Smithsonian museums, and key memorials along the National Mall, while the Blue Loop crosses the Potomac River to Arlington National Cemetery before looping back past the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and other historic sites. From the open top deck, riders can take in wide views while listening to commentary that adds context to each stop.

The experience also includes self guided walking tours through Georgetown, the Tidal Basin, and Arlington Cemetery, offering a closer look at the city beyond the bus route. A commemorative Oval Office photo adds a fun keepsake to the day, giving visitors a chance to capture a lighthearted moment in a presidential setting. As the only authorized interpretive transportation service of the National Park Service and National Mall & Memorial Parks, Big Bus Washington DC provides direct access to some of the country’s most significant landmarks. The added time allows for a more relaxed pace, making it easier to step off, explore, and fully take in the history and atmosphere of Washington DC.

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily

Any restrictions to participate?

  • Age: All age groups are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

  • Children: Child tickets are available for children aged 3 to 12 years. Children aged 2 and under travel for free when accompanied by a paying adult. All children must be supervised by an adult throughout the tour.
  • Individuals with disabilities: Select buses may offer wheelchair accessibility on the lower level. Guests with accessibility needs should confirm availability in advance.
  • Languages: Audio guide includes English, French, German, Spanish & Brazilian Portuguese
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted, except for service animals.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

  • Duration: Valid for 48 hours
  • What’s included:
    • Access to the Big Bus hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour
    • Pre-recorded commentary, available via complimentary headphone
    • 3 exclusive Vox self-guided walking tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin and Georgetown.
    • 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.
    • Morning transfers from The Mayflower Hotel, Washington Hilton, Georgetown Marriott, Westin Georgetown and Embassy Suites Convention Center.
      • They also offer evening shuttles from the Embassy Suites Convention Center and Willard Hotel (Stop #18), which will transfer you to the start of the Sunset Tour.
  • Who will be present: A bus driver will operate the vehicle and guests from other bookings will join on board.
  • Spectators: Not applicable; all riders must have a valid ticket.
  • Photo/ video: Photography and video are encouraged during the tour.
  • Specific rules to follow: Guests must remain seated while the bus is in motion and follow safety instructions provided by staff.

How to prepare?

  • Weather dependency: The tour operates rain or shine. Upper deck seating is open-air, so weather conditions may affect comfort.
  • Arrival: Arrive at any designated stop to begin the tour; boarding is based on seat availability.
  • Parking: Parking availability varies by stop location; public transportation or nearby garages may be used.
  • What to wear: Comfortable clothing and weather-appropriate attire, including sun protection or a light jacket.
  • What to bring:
    • Valid ticket or mobile pass
    • Phone or camera
    • Water bottle
  • Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms are not available on the bus but can be found at many tour stops throughout the city.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

  • The hop-on hop-off format allows guests to explore attractions at their own pace before rejoining the tour.
  • Seating on the open-top level is first come, first served.
  • Accessing your ticket: Once you've purchased your ticket, open the Big Bus Tours app, tap 'Add Booking' and enter your booking reference. On the day, open your bus ticket and press 'Activate'. Your ticket countdown starts – just show your activated ticket to the driver to board.
  • Big Bus Washington DC is the only 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.

Any restrictions to participate?

  • Age: All age groups are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

  • Children: Child tickets are available for children aged 3 to 12 years. Children aged 2 and under travel for free when accompanied by a paying adult. All children must be supervised by an adult throughout the tour.
  • Individuals with disabilities: Select buses may offer wheelchair accessibility on the lower level. Guests with accessibility needs should confirm availability in advance.
  • Languages: Audio guide includes English, French, German, Spanish & Brazilian Portuguese
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted, except for service animals.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

  • Duration: Valid for 48 hours
  • What’s included:
    • Access to the Big Bus hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour
    • Pre-recorded commentary, available via complimentary headphone
    • 3 exclusive Vox self-guided walking tours of Arlington Cemetery, Tidal Basin and Georgetown.
    • 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.
    • Morning transfers from The Mayflower Hotel, Washington Hilton, Georgetown Marriott, Westin Georgetown and Embassy Suites Convention Center.
      • They also offer evening shuttles from the Embassy Suites Convention Center and Willard Hotel (Stop #18), which will transfer you to the start of the Sunset Tour.
  • Who will be present: A bus driver will operate the vehicle and guests from other bookings will join on board.
  • Spectators: Not applicable; all riders must have a valid ticket.
  • Photo/ video: Photography and video are encouraged during the tour.
  • Specific rules to follow: Guests must remain seated while the bus is in motion and follow safety instructions provided by staff.

How to prepare?

  • Weather dependency: The tour operates rain or shine. Upper deck seating is open-air, so weather conditions may affect comfort.
  • Arrival: Arrive at any designated stop to begin the tour; boarding is based on seat availability.
  • Parking: Parking availability varies by stop location; public transportation or nearby garages may be used.
  • What to wear: Comfortable clothing and weather-appropriate attire, including sun protection or a light jacket.
  • What to bring:
    • Valid ticket or mobile pass
    • Phone or camera
    • Water bottle
  • Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms are not available on the bus but can be found at many tour stops throughout the city.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

  • The hop-on hop-off format allows guests to explore attractions at their own pace before rejoining the tour.
  • Seating on the open-top level is first come, first served.
  • Accessing your ticket: Once you've purchased your ticket, open the Big Bus Tours app, tap 'Add Booking' and enter your booking reference. On the day, open your bus ticket and press 'Activate'. Your ticket countdown starts – just show your activated ticket to the driver to board.
  • Big Bus Washington DC is the only 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.

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If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.

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