Washington DC

DC in a Day: 10+ Monument Stops & Seasonal Potomac River Cruise

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Guided Tour of Washington DC

From US$80.00

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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance.
  • 6 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the famous landmarks and monuments of Washington DC on this guided 6-hour walking and riding sightseeing tour. Hop aboard a deluxe motor coach and enjoy an educational and entertaining narrated history of the nation’s capital. Stop at the White House and the United States Capitol, plus the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and much more. The full-day tour features more than 30 sites with stops to at least 12 sites. It’s a great way to see many of DC’s popular attractions.
  • 6-Hour Guided Sightseeing Washington DC tour
  • Stop at top sites with detailed narration from your guide on board the bus and at each stop
  • Get great photo ops of the White House, Lincoln Memorial, US Capitol Building and more
  • Seasonal Boat Cruise of Potomac River departing from Georgetown
  • Bonus stops to Jefferson Memorial and Eisenhower Memorial when Potomac Cruise not operating

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

A balance of driving and site visits keeps the pace varied, and the commentary engages even the older kid and tween set. Experience over 30+ Washington DC sites with stops at 12 of them including White House, MLK Memorial, U.S. Capitol and more. Boat Cruise of Potomac River available seasonally.

What's Included

  • 6-Hr DC Sightseeing Tour with 10+ Stops & Seasonal River Cruise or Jefferson & Eisenhower Memorials
  • Stop at top DC Sites including the U.S. Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, & more
  • Seasonal Boat Ride along the Potomac River (March 26-October 17)
  • Visit Georgetown Washington Harbor for lunch on own before ferry (DC Wharf when ferry not operating)
  • Professional Tour Guide that stays with you through out tour, and walks you through the sites
  • Pass by over 100+ top Washington DC Sites and Memorials
  • Bonus stops at Jefferson & Eisenhower Memorials when Potomac Cruise not operating (Oct 17-March 25)
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Drinks (stop for lunch on own during tour)
  • NOTE: Hotel pickup or Drop-Off is not provided. Please plan accordingly.

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

  • 800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
    800 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA

    Bus stop is located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW near the corner of 9th Street NW and close to the National Archives building. There will be sign on a pole with Signature Tours next to a bench. Please arrive no later than 9:45 AM. The address is 800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington DC 20004

Start time

10:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Meet the guide and the rest of the tour group at the National Archives Building to begin this comprehensive 6-hour tour around and through the nation’s capital, Washington DC. Travel aboard an air-conditioned motorcoach with an expert local guide who knows the city inside and out.

Visit the most popular monuments, memorials, and museums in DC. Drive by 30 of Washington, DC’s top sites with stops at 12 of them, including the United States Capitol, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, the Marine Corps War Memorial (aka the Iwo Jima Memorial), the World War II Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Vietnam Women’s Memorial and the United States Air Force Memorial.

Along the way, hear the historic stories and facts that make the city of Washington, DC one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States. There is a lunch break at approximately the halfway point of the day.

This tour also features a scenic boat cruise along the Potomac River (seasonally, approximately April - mid October) and a chance to stop at either George Washington Harbor or DC Wharf for lunch on own.

White House

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Jefferson Memorial

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Lincoln Memorial

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Vietnam Women's Memorial

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

U.S. Capitol

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

National World War II Memorial

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Potomac River

Admission Ticket Free

Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Boat ride of Potomac River is seasonal (March 26 - October 16). When the boat is not operating, you will visit the Jefferson Memorial and Eisenhower Memorial instead
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • There will be standing and walking during this tour. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as much of the tour is outdoors. DC can be very hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Umbrellas and layers are recommended.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Elizabeth S
Great experience, for me and my kids. A lot of history was shared. The Tour guide did her job in a way that keep all of us really attend to everything she was explaining. *Only inconvenient was went some of the tourist get lost and we all loose the time of lunch before the boat ride. Will be better to have enough time for lunch and enjoy the beautiful view at Georgetown* Other than that everything was Amazing!

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Excellant
Aveen_C, Sept 2023
Tour guide James and Kris were marvellous throughout the day and a fountain of knowledge. The tour was excellant, bus was very comfortable with a ready supply of cold water. I would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for your comment. I'm happy to hear that our team provided you with excellent service. I'll make sure that they receive your feedback. I'm sure it will make their day! Malaak
Lovely day in DC!
Deborah_C, Sept 2023
Linwood and Chris were great! Friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating. Water and umbrellas were available. He spoke at a good pace...clear and easy to follow. Was lovely to hit so many points of interest since we were only in DC for 1 day. Since we were limited in time, in retrospect I might have forgone the Potomac part of the excursion. I'd rather have hit the Smithsonian for a couple of hours instead. The motor coach was clean and comfortable and a great way to see the town. Overall, great experience!
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for your positive review , We're glad that you enjoyed your tour with us and we hope to see you again ,“We are grateful that you took the time out to leave us a review. Malaak..
Great tour - well worth doing
mariakraushar, Sept 2023
Our guide Sally and driver Chris were brilliant. Chris was very helpful and Sally was extremely knowledgable and made the tour so interesting and fun. The tour covered a lot of the major sites and Sally’s recommendations and advice were very good. Would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for nice review, it really makes me happy to hear. we’are glad to have you and we hope to see you again. Malaak
Best DC Tour
Simone_H, Sept 2023
Our tour guide James and bus driver Kris were an amazing duo! The time went by seamlessly. I would definitely recommend
Exceptional.! I use a cane, an Kris was a huge help.
Bonnie_D, Sept 2023
That our guide James was so informed, he was telling us things about other buildings besides the obvious ones.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for your positive review , We're glad that you enjoyed your tour with us and we hope to see you again ,“We are grateful that you took the time out to leave us a review. Malaak.
Five Star Tour Experience
Christina_B, Sept 2023
James, tour guide, and driver Kris were extremely professional and knowledgeable. James provided outstanding historical insight and demonstrated genuine interest in answering all questions asked throughout the 6 hour tour. I highly recommend this tour of DC with James and Kris.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
thank you for joining us on our tour and we are happy to hear that. We’re glad to have you and we hope to see you again. Malaak.
A great beginning quick departure.
Debbie_B, Sept 2023
Unfortunately l got sick and had to leave the tour. I do want to tell you how great the driver Chis was. He found us a taxi and made sure we were able to get back to our car. You have some very fine employees. Tyrone was also great. Thank you for all the help. Debbie
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for your review, We're really grateful and appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us.” We hope to see you again soon. Malaak.
Wonderful Tour
Dennis_G, Sept 2023
Kris ( Driver) James ( Guide ) Made the Tour wonderful experience! James is a book of Knowledge. Very informative about the history of Washington DC. Kris moves You through DC smooth and effortless.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
thank you for being with us on the tour . “We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us and We hope to see you again. Malaak
Do the walking/bus tour!
Mark_T, Sept 2023
Awesome experience! Tyrone and Chris were excellent and Tyrone was extremely engaging! A+++ Could've done without the Potomac Cruise part (different company). Hard to hear the person over the boat noise (especially if people were talking) even with the microphone.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for your positive review , We're glad that you enjoyed your tour with us and we hope to see you again ,“We are grateful that you took the time out to leave us a review. Malaak.
Great way to see DC hotspots
Asha_B, Sept 2023
Tyrone is an amazing tour guide and made this trip worthwhile. He’s a wealth of knowledge of the city of DC and has a great personality too. He engaged with each guest and also took pictures for people who did the tour solo like me ☺️ If I could change one thing it would be to make the boat ride at least an hour long. It was 45 minutes and went entirely too fast. Thanks signature tours and Tyrone!
Response from Host, Sept 2023
thank you for taking the tour with us. we're glad to have you and we hope to see you again. we will consider. Malaak
Amazing 👏
Arni_C, Sept 2023
Our driver and tour guide were fantastic. It was a great experience. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and an amazing entertainer.
Response from Host, Sept 2023
“This review made our day!” “Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this amazing review.” “We are so grateful for your kind words. Thanks for sharing your review with us and we hope to see you again. Malaak
The most memorable thing...
Sylvia_R, Sept 2023
The most memorable thing was learning so much about our History. Our tour Guide Sally was amazing and so was our driver Chris
Response from Host, Sept 2023
Thank you for your comment. I'm happy to hear that our team provided you with excellent service. I'll make sure that they receive your feedback. I'm sure it will make their day! Malaak
Great 60th birthday!!
Dixie_S, Aug 2023
Ty and David were great!! Ty was so funny and informative. My husband and I had a great day! It was a wonderful way to spend my birthday.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for nice review, it really makes me happy to hear. we’are glad to have you and we hope to see you again. Malaak
Would highly recommend...
Pamela_S, Aug 2023
Would highly recommend the tour plus the boat ride. Relaxing and gives another view from the walk/bus tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
thank you for being with us on the tour . “We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us and We hope to see you again. Malaak
Glad we did it!
Casi_P, Aug 2023
The tour was amazing on its own, but our tour guide Tyrone made it even better, he really knew his stuff and he kept it interesting the whole time! My teens loved it and even my monster toddler kept it together all day and 6 hours normally does him in.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for your positive review , We're glad that you enjoyed your tour with us and we hope to see you again ,“We are grateful that you took the time out to leave us a review. Malaak.
The tour guide and driver is good.
Isabelita_O, Aug 2023
Everything is really great. Our driver is approachable and very considerate to DLL or needs. The tour guide too is knowledgeable and helpful.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
thank you for enjoying the tour with us. We're glad to hear that the driver and guide were attentive to your needs. That's what we would expect. Malaak...
DC trip
Karolina_B, Aug 2023
Our tour was expertly led by Tyrone, who effortlessly blended a wealth of information with humor, creating a truly memorable experience. Chris, our driver, ensured our safety and punctuality at every turn. This tour proves to be an excellent choice for those eager to explore extensive ground and absorb copious amounts of information in a single day. Without a doubt, I would recommend it to both my friends and family.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for nice review, it really makes me happy to hear. we’are glad to have you and we hope to see you again. Malaak
Great overview of DC monuments
Jean_M, Aug 2023
Sally and our driver were both excellent. Sally gave us many inside details regarding the monuments, their origins, and future details as well. We enjoyed every part of this tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
“Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again.” “We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us . Malaak..
Great tour!
Kristina_A, Aug 2023
Booked this tour last minute and was really impressed with it. Our whole family had a wonderful day. Tyrone was a fabulous tour guide and was super personable. We saw and learned lots about Washington and going on the river cruise at the end was a bonus on a hot day. 10/10
Response from Host, Aug 2023
thank you for joining us on our tour and we are happy to hear that. We’re glad to have you and we hope to see you again. Malaak.
Happy day in lovely Washington
Christopher_R, Aug 2023
Excellent tour guide Tyrone,and driver Chris,made the day,that much better, excellent sense of humour,great examples of the good folk of Washington.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for your comment. I'm happy to hear that our team provided you with excellent service. I'll make sure that they receive your feedback. I'm sure it will make their day! Malaak
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