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Duration: 3 hours

Overview

Celebrate the season on a Washington DC holiday lights and Christmas trees tour in Washington, DC, featuring festive displays and iconic landmarks across the city. This guided evening experience highlights the capital’s most dazzling decorations and seasonal traditions.

🎄 Visit multiple famous Christmas trees across DC and nearby Alexandria

🌉 Travel across the Potomac River for different holiday viewpoints

🏨 Step inside a resort to view an indoor holiday light display

📸 Stop at festive locations for seasonal photos and sightseeing

Get into the holiday spirit with a Washington DC festive holiday lights and Christmas trees tour in Washington, DC, a guided evening experience filled with seasonal displays and iconic landmarks dressed for the holidays. Travel through the capital in a comfortable bus as twinkling lights, decorated trees, and festive traditions bring the city to life. Along the way, a knowledgeable guide shares the stories behind each stop, adding meaning to every glowing display.

From the National Christmas Tree near the White House to the waterfront sparkle of National Harbor, this tour covers some of the most impressive holiday sights in and around DC. Cross the Potomac to Old Town Alexandria for a charming seasonal stop, then return to the city for more festive landmarks and photo-worthy moments. It’s a relaxed, visually rich way to experience Washington DC during the most magical time of year.

Sample Itinerary:

  • U.S. Navy Memorial departure and return
  • The Park at CityCenterDC Christmas Tree
  • White House and National Christmas Tree with Pathway of Peace
  • Old Town Alexandria Market Square Christmas Tree
  • Gaylord National Resort holiday lights display
  • United States Capitol Christmas Tree on the West Lawn
  • Embassy of Canada Christmas Tree stop

Get into the holiday spirit with a Washington DC festive holiday lights and Christmas trees tour in Washington, DC, a guided evening experience filled with seasonal displays and iconic landmarks dressed for the holidays. Travel through the capital in a comfortable bus as twinkling lights, decorated trees, and festive traditions bring the city to life. Along the way, a knowledgeable guide shares the stories behind each stop, adding meaning to every glowing display.

From the National Christmas Tree near the White House to the waterfront sparkle of National Harbor, this tour covers some of the most impressive holiday sights in and around DC. Cross the Potomac to Old Town Alexandria for a charming seasonal stop, then return to the city for more festive landmarks and photo-worthy moments. It’s a relaxed, visually rich way to experience Washington DC during the most magical time of year.

Sample Itinerary:

  • U.S. Navy Memorial departure and return
  • The Park at CityCenterDC Christmas Tree
  • White House and National Christmas Tree with Pathway of Peace
  • Old Town Alexandria Market Square Christmas Tree
  • Gaylord National Resort holiday lights display
  • United States Capitol Christmas Tree on the West Lawn
  • Embassy of Canada Christmas Tree stop

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.

Seasonal,
December:
Daily 7:30pm

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.

Seasonal,
December:
Daily 7:30pm

Any restrictions to participate?
  • Age: All age groups are welcome.
Who can you accommodate for?
  • Children: Children under 3 years old ride for free if held in a parent's lap during the tour. Children ages 3–12 qualify for the discounted child's price.
  • Individuals with disabilities: Foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated on board. Full-size wheelchairs that require a ramp cannot be accommodated on the standard fleet — guests should contact the provider to make alternative vehicle arrangements.
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted. Certified service animals are welcome; staff may ask what task the animal has been trained to perform.
What to expect on the day of the experience?
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • What's included:
    • A  fully guided evening holiday lights bus tour aboard a luxury climate-controlled bus, with live expert narration throughout.
    • The tour visits six iconic Christmas tree displays and holiday light exhibitions across Washington DC, Old Town Alexandria, and the National Harbor: the Park at CityCenterDC Christmas Tree, the White House National Christmas Tree and its "Pathway of Peace" (56 surrounding trees), the Old Town Alexandria Market Square Christmas Tree, the Gaylord National Resort holiday lights display, the US Capitol Christmas Tree, and the Embassy of Canada Christmas Tree (final photo op).
    • The tour also passes the Washington Monument and other National Mall landmarks along the way.
    • Gratuities are not included in the ticket price.
  • Who will be present: A professional local tour guide and driver will be with the group at all times. The mini-coach seats up to 15 passengers, ensuring a small-group experience.
  • Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all guests must have a ticket/reservation.
  • Photo/video: Photos and videos are encouraged throughout the tour.
  • Specific rules to follow: No food or luggage is permitted on the bus. Full-size baby strollers cannot be accommodated; collapsible strollers that fit under a seat are acceptable.
How to prepare?
  • Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the tour will be running.
  • Arrival: Plan to arrive at least 15–20 minutes before departure. Seats are held up to 10 minutes before departure; after that, outstanding reservations may be marked as "no shows." If running late, call 202-733-7376.
  • Parking: SpotHero is recommended for reserving parking near the departure point. Additional options can be found via Google Maps. The Archives/Navy Memorial Metro stop (Green and Yellow Lines) is directly adjacent to the departure location.
  • What to wear: Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes are recommended.
  • What to bring:
    • The email booking confirmation
    • Tips for the guide and driver are not included (standard rate: 15%, or $8–$10 per person)
  • Restrooms: Restrooms are available at the US Navy Memorial departure point and at stops throughout the tour.
Anything else I should know?
  • The tour departs from and returns to U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza, 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 
  • The Gaylord National Resort holiday display is a highlight — a return visit on a separate occasion to enjoy their ice skating and other activities is highly recommended.
  • Blackout dates for night tours include: Dec 24 (Christmas Eve) and Dec 31 (New Year's Eve).

Any restrictions to participate?
  • Age: All age groups are welcome.
Who can you accommodate for?
  • Children: Children under 3 years old ride for free if held in a parent's lap during the tour. Children ages 3–12 qualify for the discounted child's price.
  • Individuals with disabilities: Foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated on board. Full-size wheelchairs that require a ramp cannot be accommodated on the standard fleet — guests should contact the provider to make alternative vehicle arrangements.
  • Pets: Pets are not permitted. Certified service animals are welcome; staff may ask what task the animal has been trained to perform.
What to expect on the day of the experience?
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • What's included:
    • A  fully guided evening holiday lights bus tour aboard a luxury climate-controlled bus, with live expert narration throughout.
    • The tour visits six iconic Christmas tree displays and holiday light exhibitions across Washington DC, Old Town Alexandria, and the National Harbor: the Park at CityCenterDC Christmas Tree, the White House National Christmas Tree and its "Pathway of Peace" (56 surrounding trees), the Old Town Alexandria Market Square Christmas Tree, the Gaylord National Resort holiday lights display, the US Capitol Christmas Tree, and the Embassy of Canada Christmas Tree (final photo op).
    • The tour also passes the Washington Monument and other National Mall landmarks along the way.
    • Gratuities are not included in the ticket price.
  • Who will be present: A professional local tour guide and driver will be with the group at all times. The mini-coach seats up to 15 passengers, ensuring a small-group experience.
  • Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all guests must have a ticket/reservation.
  • Photo/video: Photos and videos are encouraged throughout the tour.
  • Specific rules to follow: No food or luggage is permitted on the bus. Full-size baby strollers cannot be accommodated; collapsible strollers that fit under a seat are acceptable.
How to prepare?
  • Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the tour will be running.
  • Arrival: Plan to arrive at least 15–20 minutes before departure. Seats are held up to 10 minutes before departure; after that, outstanding reservations may be marked as "no shows." If running late, call 202-733-7376.
  • Parking: SpotHero is recommended for reserving parking near the departure point. Additional options can be found via Google Maps. The Archives/Navy Memorial Metro stop (Green and Yellow Lines) is directly adjacent to the departure location.
  • What to wear: Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes are recommended.
  • What to bring:
    • The email booking confirmation
    • Tips for the guide and driver are not included (standard rate: 15%, or $8–$10 per person)
  • Restrooms: Restrooms are available at the US Navy Memorial departure point and at stops throughout the tour.
Anything else I should know?
  • The tour departs from and returns to U.S. Navy Memorial Plaza, 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 
  • The Gaylord National Resort holiday display is a highlight — a return visit on a separate occasion to enjoy their ice skating and other activities is highly recommended.
  • Blackout dates for night tours include: Dec 24 (Christmas Eve) and Dec 31 (New Year's Eve).

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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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