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The 15 Best Monument & Memorial Tours in Washington DC

67 tours  ·  from $17

Fourteen memorials, two miles, and a lot of pavement in between. These 15 sort the guided walks, the cart loops and the evening runs by price, duration and how much of the Mall each one really covers.

DC Memorials Night Tour: Glass-Roof Convertible Upgrade Option - World War II Memorial and the meaning of scale
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DC Memorials Night Tour: Glass-Roof Convertible Upgrade Option

1.DC Memorials Night Tour: Glass-Roof Convertible Upgrade Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,933 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Start at the U.S. Navy Memorial at 7:30 pm for a guided ride past DC’s best-known monuments. You’ll stop at the White House, Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and more. Choose a standard coach or a glass-roof bus, which changes to a glass-top vehicle from October through March.

“The tour guide spoke too much- too much information to absorb- should have been quiet at the Vietnam memorial & Lincoln memorial out of respect.”

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National Mall Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets - The White House Is a Photo Stop, Not a Tour Inside
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National Mall Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets

2.National Mall Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,863 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65

Ride an air-conditioned coach through Washington DC for three hours, stopping at the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, and more. Guides such as Sally, Tyrone, James, and Trevor add historical context, while optional tickets cover the Washington Monument, Air and Space Museum, or African American History Museum on a later visit.

“Sally, our tour guide, did a great job. She was highly informative about the sites and the history. It was fun to hear just a part of her knowledge of Washington. Our driver, George, was a real professional and certainly knew his job well. Both of them were exemplary.”

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Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley - Capitol Hill, the Supreme Court, and the first city views
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Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley

3.Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight Tour by Trolley

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,956 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Ride an open-air, heated trolley through Washington DC after dark, with live stories, history, and ghost tales from guides such as Smiley, MJ, and Hollywood. You’ll stop at the Lincoln Memorial, FDR Memorial, and MLK Memorial, while seeing the White House, Capitol, and Washington Monument from your seat.

“Interesting guide and easy on/offexperience. Tour gave a good general overview of many sites for those who don't have a full day to see DC”

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DC Monuments and Capitol Hill Tour by Electric Cart - Starting near the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
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DC Monuments and Capitol Hill Tour by Electric Cart

4.DC Monuments and Capitol Hill Tour by Electric Cart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,841 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55Top rated

Ride through Washington DC in an open-air, seven-passenger electric cart with a local guide. Stop for photos at the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, MLK Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial, while passing the White House, Capitol Hill, and Smithsonian museums.

“Great way to see the most important Washington, DC, monuments with entertaining history and commentary.”

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National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Monuments (Public or Private) - The Capitol begins the evening
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National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Monuments (Public or Private)

5.National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Monuments (Public or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,207 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $68

Join DC Guided Tours at 7:30 pm for a three-hour ride and walking circuit through Washington’s glowing monuments. Guides such as Sally, James, and Dwayne add history and humor, while Chris and other drivers handle the city roads. Expect 10 photo stops, limited bathroom time, and optional next-day attraction tickets.

“We learned so much about our history. Duane was amazingly informative and explained everything with such great details.”

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Washington DC: Monuments by Moonlight Nighttime Trolley Tour - First walking stop: Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean War memorials
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Washington DC: Monuments by Moonlight Nighttime Trolley Tour

6.Monuments by Moonlight Nighttime Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,529 reviews · 2h 30m · from $48

Ride through Washington DC after dark with a lively English-speaking guide such as Smiley, MJ, or Sooner Steve. You’ll stop at Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean War memorials, then FDR and MLK, while passing the White House, Capitol, and Washington Monument. Iwo Jima is currently replaced by the World War II Memorial.

“The tour guide was wonderful — passionate, friendly, and incredibly informative. He did a great job sharing both history and insight in a way that was engaging and easy to follow. I was especially thankful for the warm trolley, which made the experience comfortable and enjoyable. The only thing I would have loved even more would be the opportunity to stop at a few additional landmarks rather than just driving by them — particularly the Capitol, the Supreme Court, and Jefferson’s Memorial. Even so, it was a great tour overall, and I would absolutely recommend it.”

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Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus - Starting at Union Station, or possibly L’Enfant Plaza
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Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus

7.Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,174 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Ride an open-top double-decker bus through Washington DC for about two hours, passing the White House, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam and Korean War memorials, and Iwo Jima. The tour includes a Lincoln Memorial photo stop, recorded commentary, and a return to the starting point.

“The initial bus we got on was broken, therefore we switched buses. Instead of driving saying please choose the same seats it became a mad dash to the next bus for seats. We arrived an hour early to ensure good seats which were then taken. In addition the new bus was filthy. We spent the trip grabbing trash off of ourselves and from flying onto streets. The driver ran three red lights and stopped at two green lights. She was clearly flustered. Our stop at Lincoln moment was only 10 minutes instead of adverse 15 which caused us to run onto the bus. The trip was also at least 20…”

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Washington DC Highlights Tour with Top Landmarks and Memorials - The Capitol: a strong first look at Washington power
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Washington DC Highlights Tour with Top Landmarks and Memorials

8.Washington DC Highlights Tour with Top Landmarks and Memorials

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 489 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

See Washington DC’s major sights in four hours by air-conditioned bus, with guided stops at the Capitol, White House, World War II, MLK, Lincoln, Vietnam, and Iwo Jima memorials. Guides such as Nick, Jana, Joey, and Brittany add history, humor, and practical tips.

“Nick was our guide, he was excellent and funny. We appreciated that the bus came back to get us, when we showed up 5 minutes late. TYVM!”

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DC: Washington Monument Direct Entry with Guidebook - What your one-hour visit actually involves
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DC: Washington Monument Direct Entry with Guidebook

9.Washington Monument Direct Entry with Guidebook

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 479 reviews · 1 hour · from $25Best value

You receive a digital timed ticket and guidebook for a one-hour visit to the Washington Monument. Meet a ranger at 2 15th St NW, pass security, ride the elevator to the observation level, and use the guidebook to identify the Capitol, White House, and memorials below.

“We had a great visit to the Washington Monument. It was easy and well-organized—just arrived 20 minutes before our time slot, and the Rangers handled everything smoothly. Spent about 30 minutes on the observation deck, which was plenty of time to enjoy the stunning views of DC and beyond. Excellent value for money.”

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No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook - The views are worth planning around
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No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

10.No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $25

Receive official Washington Monument tickets in your name before your visit, then meet at 15th Street NW for a self-guided ascent to the observation level. You will ride the elevator about 550 feet, view Washington from every direction, and use a digital guidebook to add context. Expect a short security wait.

“Viator was great. But you are at the mercy of the park Rangers. They don’t always open on time or at all. We had to wait in line because they showed up 90 minutes late and almost missed our White House tour at 12”

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DC Monuments & History Guided E-Cart Tour-Blankets - Starting at Capitol Hill and the National Gallery
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DC Monuments & History Guided E-Cart Tour-Blankets

11.DC Monuments & History Guided E-Cart Tour-Blankets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 450 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $52

Ride an open-air electric cart from downtown DC to Capitol Hill, the National Mall, the memorials, and the White House. Guides such as Lorenzo, Feyzi, Elmira, and Fernando add stories and jokes, while scheduled stops give you time for photos. Blankets are provided, but winter riders need full cold-weather clothing.

“Feyzi was absolutely incredible! It was a super cold day so he brought us blankets and made a hot chocolate stop for the kids. He kept my teenagers engaged and entertained the entire tour (which is saying a lot!). We had a blast and it was the perfect way to see DC. We couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide and experience. Thanks Feyszi!”

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DC: Monuments & Memorials Sunset Tour by Open-top Bus - Starting at Union Station and settling upstairs
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DC: Monuments & Memorials Sunset Tour by Open-top Bus

12.Monuments & Memorials Sunset Tour by Open-top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 415 reviews · from $49

You’ll ride from Union Station around Washington DC’s lit monuments, the White House, Tidal Basin, Capitol, and Arlington Cemetery. A live English guide and multilingual audio commentary add context, while the 15-minute Lincoln Memorial stop gives you time for photos. Guides such as Clarence Allen and Gale have earned special praise.

“The busses only book enough so everyone has a seat on the top, they passed out new headphones to listen to the informational tour guide, and we got to stop and get off the bus at the Lincoln Memorial for 20 minutes (and a bathroom break). The staff was friendly and the night tour was a beautiful way to experience the monuments. Highly recommended!”

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Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour - Jefferson Memorial and the Tidal Basin
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Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour

13.Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 399 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Ride about four flat miles from 801 D Street NW past the Jefferson, MLK, Korean War, Lincoln, Vietnam, World War II, and Washington Monument sites. Your English-speaking guide handles the history and route. Cannondale comfort bikes, helmets, child trailers, and tag-a-longs are available.

“Benham is knowledgeable of Washington. He makes sure everyone is safe.”

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Private Night-Time Monuments Tour of DC for up to 10 Guests - The Capitol and White House set the tone
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Private Night-Time Monuments Tour of DC for up to 10 Guests

14.Private Night-Time Monuments Tour of DC for up to 10 Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 326 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

Ride in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with guides such as Christopher, Brittany, or Nick, stopping at Washington’s best-known monuments after dark. You can tailor the route, linger for photos, and avoid the hassle of parking. Pickup and drop-off are included in Washington DC and nearby areas.

“Our guide Nick was great. Very comfortable ride to all the monuments, Capitol and White House. He was knowledgeable and fun to ride with. Made for a great evening seeing DC.”

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DC: White House, National Mall and Lincoln Memorial Tour - Walking into the National Mall
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DC: White House, National Mall and Lincoln Memorial Tour

15.White House, National Mall and Lincoln Memorial Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 279 reviews · 2h 30m · from $52

Spend 150 minutes walking from St. John’s Church past the White House, the National Mall, World War II Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and Lincoln Memorial. Guides including Daniel, John, and Wayne bring political stories and local context. White House entry is not included.

“This tour was fantastic. To have someone with Daniel’s personal experience of working in the White House during JFK and LBJ presidency, and being able to quiz him on this and listen to his first hand account of key events was incredible and priceless. Daniel’s knowledge was second to none and I really thoroughly enjoyed and learned so much on this tour. Daniel was also very friendly and personable and I know my fellow guests felt the same. Highly recommended!”

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