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Tours/Washington DC/Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour

Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour

3.9(30)Washington DC3 hours
VIATOR3.8(22)TRIPADVISOR4.3(8)
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
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Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour
Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$59 / person
Location
Washington DC, United States
Rating
3.9 / 5 · 30 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 14
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
City Tours by LOBA
Meeting point
AddressHyatt Regency at Capitol Hill, 400 New Jersey Ave. NW, Washington DC, 20001.

Description

If you only have a short time in Washington DC, then this 3-hour sightseeing tour is for you. Traveling by van or minibus, see all of DC’s major landmarks including the White House, the US Capitol Building, the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial and much more. Your guide will provide illuminating commentary about all the sights you see.

Tour Options

10:30am Morning Tour
  • Duration: 3 hours: 3-Hour Express Morning DC City Tour. Begins 10:30am.
7:30pm Night Tour
  • Duration: 3 hours: 3-Hour Washington DC Express Night Tour. Begins at 7:30pm.

Itinerary

The White House
Admission not included

Your guide will then take you on a comfortable 2-hour tour of Washington DC by 15-person van or 25-person minibus with large windows, depending on the size of the group. See DC’s most iconic landmarks including the US Capitol Building, the White House, the Library of Congress, the Washington Monument and the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court
Admission not included
Marine Corps War Memorial

Pass U.S. Corps War Memorial

Lincoln Memorial
Pass by

You’ll also catch views of famous memorials including the Lincoln Memorial, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, the Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial) and the Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial.

Washington Monument
Pass by
U.S. Capitol
Admission not included

See DC’s most iconic landmarks including the US Capitol Building, the White House, the Library of Congress, the Washington Monument and the Supreme Court.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Pass by
Loba Tours

Your guide will then take you on a comfortable 2-hour tour of Washington DC by 15-person van or 25-person minibus with large windows, depending on the size of the group. See DC’s most iconic landmarks including the US Capitol Building, the White House, the Library of Congress, the Washington Monument and the Supreme Court. You’ll also catch views of famous memorials including the Lincoln Memorial, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, the Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial) and the Martin Luther King, Jr Memorial. Opt for a late evening tour of the city and admire the glowing lights of the monuments and memorials. Throughout your ride, your expert guide will offer interesting and informative commentary about the sights you see, including their historical significance, and will answer any questions you have. Your tour ends at the original departure location.

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Professional guide
3-Hour Washington DC Express Morning or Night-Time City Tour
Transport by van or minibus
Not included
Entrance into buildings (tours do not go inside any buildings during tour)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Transportation vehicle depends on the size of the group
  • Tour involves some walking. Comfortable shoes and clothes are recommended
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour take?

Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour cost?

Prices start at $59 per person for this Washington DC experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Address: Hyatt Regency at Capitol Hill, 400 New Jersey Ave. NW, Washington DC, 20001. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Washington DC 3-Hour Express Sightseeing Monuments Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(30)

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Roxana_b
March 30, 2026
Great evening tour with john!

John was very informative. Learned and saw a lot in 3 hrs despite traffic. Just wish windows weren’t tinted. Made it s bit harder to see in the evening. But overall GREAT!

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r0nih
July 24, 2025
A non-monumental tour

We were very disappointed with the tour. We rode in a black van with large windows but they weren’t clean so we couldn’t see clearly. The driver was also the guide and he wasn’t very pleasent. The information about the monuments was dull and unintersting. Almost no historical details. After 9:30 PM it’s hard to see what’s going on outside. It was long a boring. A few weeks ago we had a similar tour in Boston which was way better so we can compare.

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Monicadreamer17
January 21, 2025
D.C. Baby!

We enjoyed this night tour and was so thankful to our tour guide who was so informative and helpful to us with dropping us at our hotel that was close by at the end of the tour! Thank you

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Debbie_H
May 9, 2024
Worse than bad

This tour was disappointing. I had done something similar a few years ago so I had an idea of what it should be and was excited to share the experience with my husband and friend. This basically ended up being a "drive by" of most monuments. If we did stop, you had 10 minutes. We heard a lot about the trees blocking the view because that's 80%of what we got - views from inside the bus (windows weren't even clean). Driver didn't even leave the bus when we did stop. A dangerous drive. An "exchange" between the driver and park patrol due to the drivers reckless driving. The driver loves the horn! What a way to take the joy and excitement out of the tour. The driver was also very unfriendly! My husband loves everyone. Not this driver. He was very rude, ignored questions from the passengers, and just plain unpleasant. The ticket said water included. Nope. The driver rudely said there was no water and that we were misled by "a third party" vendor. He told one passenger to go ask for water from another unrelated bus. He told another one to go to the water fountain. I could go on but I won't. I would never recommend this company and I would reconsider having this trip on your site.

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Sedar_J
May 9, 2024
Awful driver!

I was really excited about this tour to explore all the iconic monuments in DC. However, upon boarding the bus, I was disappointed to find out that there was no water available despite it being mentioned on my ticket. The driver's unfriendly demeanor didn't help either. When I inquired about the water, he dismissively directed me to another bus. It was disheartening to receive such a response, especially considering the price of the ticket. Throughout the tour, the driver continued to disappoint. He ignored questions, drove recklessly, and even attracted attention from a police officer for his behavior. The lack of safety measures and the uncomfortably hot conditions inside the bus made the experience even worse. His rudeness towards passengers was the final straw for me, and I seriously considered leaving the tour halfway through. Overall, I cannot recommend this tour to anyone. The unprofessionalism and disregard for passenger comfort exhibited by the driver made it a disappointing and potentially unsafe experience.

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Christy_B
February 8, 2024
Beautiful at night but with so much history that could have been shared, the tour could have been better.

We booked the tour through Viator but the guide had no record of my husband and I so we had to send over a copy of our tickets to someone on the phone which was not a great way to start. Enjoyed seeing the sights at night. We got very close to the White House which was really cool. The city is quite beautiful at night. Our guide could have been better, I always prefer tours where the guide is not just pointing out sights but telling some history and stories to engage you. Our guide was focused on making sure we knew were we were around the city providing street names and directions, also helpful but not my preference. The other thing that was annoying was that he kept telling us we were behind schedule. I am not sure how that happened as it was a 730pm tour and there were no tickets to get into sites.

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SharonG244
July 18, 2023
Great guide with a wide knowledge of the city.

We did the morning tour. This was an excellent way to get a feel for the city and an overview of the different sites. Our driver and guide who went by the name, Big Red, did an excellent job. We did a hop on hop off tour the day before and wished we had done things in reverse. Either way I would highly recommend this tour, especially if walking is not your thing.

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julesaust
May 14, 2023
Brilliant Tour

Frank our bus driver was very informative and hosted a great tour. Frank went above and beyond to assist all on the tour.

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Erica C
May 28, 2022
Great tour for adults who are interested in a lot of places in a half day

saw most of the top memorials and places of interest with as many stops as they could pack in, fun filled day and nice large bud with 12-20 people max

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Haya_A
April 10, 2022
Super fun, educating and entertaining

The tour guide Bobby and his amazing sense of humor is the most memorable part of my trip. He educated us in a very entertaining way. I also almost got lost the group but everyone looked for me and I continued the tour with them.

$59/ person
3.9(30)
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEN
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