Tours/Washington DC/City Cruise Water Taxi Pass & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Sightseeing Tour
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City Cruise Water Taxi Pass & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Sightseeing Tour

4.1(7)Washington DC1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.1(7)

Description

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.

Tour Options

Hop-on Hop-off and Water Taxi
  • Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour: 24-hour ticket for Red Loop only Potomac Water Taxi: 1-day pass with access to harbors along the Potomac River

Highlights

Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
Digital commentary of DC history and sights
Tours may be taken on separate days
1-Day Potomac Water Taxi Pass with unlimited stops
24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Red Loop only

What's included

Included
Official Tour Provider of the National Mall - a portion of every ticket goes to preservation
Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
Digital commentary of DC history and sights
Tours may be taken on separate days
1-Day Potomac Water Taxi Pass with unlimited stops
24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Red Loop only

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Your Dollars in Action: A portion of every ticket helps preserve the National Mall’s iconic monuments and memorials—so your Big Bus tour supports America’s history for generations to come.
  • For wheelchair access, please notify Big Bus 48 hours in advance
  • Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.

Reviews(7)

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C915WUkerryf
July 19, 2026
Wonderful service and experience

Excellent customer service experience Lena was very helpful in getting me on the right bus to make the best experience of the tour in Washington. Will highly recommend it and will do the trip again.

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joshuakX1473KA
July 14, 2026
Great

I recently took the hop-on hop-off bus tour and had the pleasure of being guided by Leana and Marie. They were absolutely amazing! Their knowledge of the city was impressive, and they shared interesting stories and insights at every stop. Both of them were incredibly friendly, approachable, and made sure everyone on board felt welcome and engaged. They went above and beyond to answer questions, offer recommendations, and ensure we had the best experience possible. Thanks to Leana and Marie, the tour was not only informative but also fun and memorable. I highly recommend this tour, especially if you get the chance to have them as your guides!

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Traveler29988150972
July 9, 2026
Tianee Went Above and Beyond

Our family had a wonderful day on the Hop-On Hop-Off Washington, DC tour. It was a great way to see the city, and we especially enjoyed the audio tour, which added interesting context throughout the ride. The only challenge we encountered was that some members of our family who wear hearing aids had difficulty hearing the narration. It would also be a nice improvement if there were benches at the pickup locations, especially for guests who may have difficulty standing for extended periods. What truly made our experience exceptional was the outstanding customer service from your drivers, especially Tianee. I was assisting my mother-in-law, who uses a wheelchair, and Tianee went above and beyond to make sure she was comfortable, safely accommodated, and treated with genuine kindness and respect. Her patience, professionalism, and compassion made a lasting impression on our family and turned a great day into an exceptional one. Thank you to Tianee and the entire team for helping make our visit to Washington, DC such a memorable experience.

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Robin13041
July 6, 2026
Want a refund for Bus

the water taxi was awesome - great time and a/c worked great - drop off at King st and took the free trolley thru Old Town. Big Bus was awful - had to find a stop to get on the bus. They was no one at the Union Station and no Big Bus available from there. when we were in DC for Cherry Blossums in March, Big Bus as at Union Station and it want wonderful. Took 1 Big Bus on July 3rd and it was fine then they put us in a different bus after 2 stops that had no A/C and it was 108 degrees- we sat in that bus for over 30 minutes. Then they put us in another bus and that bus had no A/C so we got off and went to the Water Taxi and left DC and Big Bus.

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Road51046918372
June 20, 2026
Take the Trolley, not Big Bus

Choose the Trolley, not Big Bus! Big Bus dropped us off at Wharf, then refused to pick us up. We are two 70+ old ladies that had to walk to another pick-up point in the heat. Next day (Sunday) we got to pick-up point at 10:00 only to be told they weren’t starting til noon. Later that day they let us off three blocks from the Capital, saying they couldn’t stop there. Again, two old ladies walking-we were late for our tour. When I called to complain and asking for a refund, I got $13 back. Not worth the money, frustration and disappointment.

Operator response

Dear valued customers, we apologize for the inconvenience and frustration you experienced with Big Bus. We prioritize the comfort and safety of our passengers, especially our elderly guests. We guarantee a reliable and timely service with multiple convenient pick-up points. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will ensure this does not happen again. Please contact me at tracyk@bigbustours.com so a full refund could be processed for you. I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.

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Dreamer57839273657
May 28, 2026
Overall Great Bus Ride

We took the BigBus ride on our first day here in Washington DC. The first thing I wanna mention, is how confusing the tour system was for us. I’m sure it wasn’t that confusing for everyone, but my family didn’t seem to catch on. Luckily, the staff working with BigBus were so helpful, and not only helpful, but very patient. They sat through my mom and sister bickering and helped us place our tickets so we could see all the critical points in DC with just one bus ride. The two employees I’d like to specifically name are Tajon and Von. The bus trips were not very long, and they are perfect for those who are only visiting for a few days. My only warning is the amount of people who take the bus ride. When we went on our trip the bus was full of people, so when it rained that day we didn’t have enough lower deck seats. I had to sit in the rain. Come to DC, take the BigBus tour, have Tajon and Von help you, and BRING AN UMBRELLA.

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We're so glad to hear that Tajon and Von were able to assist and guide you during your time on the BigBus tour. We apologize for any confusion with the ticket system and will work to make it more user-friendly. Thank you for choosing BigBus and we hope you enjoyed exploring DC with us! 🚌🇺🇸 #sightseeing #WashingtonDC #BigBusExperience

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amethystv2026
April 4, 2026
Best tour experience

Great experience very informative , Kaleb was very helpful

Operator response

"Thank you for the positive feedback! We're happy to hear that Kaleb provided informative assistance. We appreciate your business!" #CustomerSatisfaction #InformativeAssistance #ThankYou

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