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The 15 Best Washington DC Night Tours of the Monuments

56 tours  ·  from $25

Floodlit marble, cool air and almost nobody else on the steps. The 15 below run after dark, and they differ on how many stops you get out at, whether entry tickets are included and how long you actually stand at each memorial.

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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Washington DC Moonlight Tour by Electric Cart - The Capitol and the National Mall museums
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Washington DC Moonlight Tour by Electric Cart

4.Washington DC Moonlight Tour by Electric Cart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,610 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $74Top rated

Cruise Washington DC after dark in a seven-passenger electric cart with a local guide. Stop at the Lincoln, MLK, and Vietnam memorials, view the White House and Capitol, and hear stories from guides such as Joel, Sam, Lorenzo, and Amanda. Dress warmly, since the carts are open to the weather.

“loved the xperience for the group and hoping to do it again soon. i will bring as many groups as possoble”

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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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Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions - Jefferson Memorial and the Tidal Basin bring quieter views
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Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions

6.Small Group National Mall Night Tour with 10 Top Attractions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,658 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Ride with a guide such as Dean, Dustin, Corey, or Daniel through Washington DC after dark. Stop at the Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, White House, Jefferson Memorial, war memorials, and more. The van limits long walks, but you still need to walk at each stop.

“Ramon was interesting and entertaining, traffic was terrible and he was so knowledgeable that he filled the time perfectly. Favorite stops were Korean memorial, Washington Monument and the capital.”

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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

7.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

8.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 Sites at Night Guided Bicycle Tour - Starting at D Street and getting fitted
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Washington DC Sites at Night Guided Bicycle Tour

9.Washington DC Sites at Night Guided Bicycle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 536 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65

Ride about four to five easy miles through Washington, DC after dark, stopping at the White House, Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR, Vietnam, Korean War, and WWII memorials. Guides such as Joe, Matt, Jose, and Sri add history and local detail. Bikes, helmets, lights, vests, water, and snacks are included.

“The best way to see all of the landmarks in DC! Jose was an awesome guide with tons of knowledge on all the sites. It felt very safe and we had plenty of time at each monument!”

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Washington DC Night-Time City Tour - The White House and nearby city sights
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Washington DC Night-Time City Tour

10.Washington DC Night-Time City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 435 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

Start at 7 pm near the National Mall and ride an air-conditioned bus or van through Washington DC after dark. Guides such as Kareem, Regis, and Vernon mix landmark stories with trivia, while short stops cover the Capitol, memorials, White House, and Iwo Jima Memorial. Bottled water and phone charging are included.

“Don’t go at night. Most of the monuments are not well lighted. Only Jefferson, Washington monument Lincoln and the White House really were lit up. The rest were too dark to really appreciate. The Guide on our bus was absolutely wonderful. He did a great job so it’s not the tours fault.”

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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

11.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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Washington DC: National Mall Night Bus Tour - Starting at the U.S. Navy Memorial
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Washington DC: National Mall Night Bus Tour

12.National Mall Night Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 313 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Ride from the U.S. Navy Memorial through Washington, DC’s illuminated monuments, stopping for photos and short walks at major sites. English-speaking guides such as Dion, George, and Sam are praised for lively history, humor, and helpful photo tips. Choose a closed-top bus or a convertible glass-top option when available.

“Weather was cold, however Derek and Osay were the best! Derek took great care of folks with special needs. We highly recommend the tour! Thanks for the water too!”

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Washington DC After Dark Night-Time Sightseeing Wonder Tour - Starting at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill
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Washington DC After Dark Night-Time Sightseeing Wonder Tour

13.Washington DC After Dark Night-Time Sightseeing Wonder Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 298 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Start at the Hyatt Regency at 7:30 pm for a three-hour shared tour in an air-conditioned van or minibus. You’ll visit major sights including the Capitol, White House, World War II Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and Washington Monument, with guides such as Bobby, Jeffrey, or Roberto depending on the date.

“The tour was okay, covered a lot. The driver was difficult to hear at several points, although he gave great presentation. He tried to leave early from the stops, almost leaving people behind.”

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Washington DC: Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Admission Tickets - Starting at the National Archives
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Washington DC: Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Admission Tickets

14.Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Admission Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 286 reviews · 3 hours · from $68

Ride a temperature-controlled coach through Washington DC after dark, stopping at the White House, Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, and more. Guides such as Sally, Rochelle, Dwayne, and James bring the monuments to life, while optional tickets add the Washington Monument or Smithsonian museums.

“It was extremely well done. Our guide James and driver Chris were both wonderful. We were given so much information and had time to get out at several of the monuments in town. We had an excellent time!”

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Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets - White House and the federal core
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Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets

15.Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 267 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

This 3.5-hour evening tour begins at McPherson Square and visits the White House, Capitol, and major National Mall memorials. Guides such as David and Larry bring history to life while earpieces let you wander for photos. Expect a comfortable bus, snack, water, and glowing LED bracelets.

“The staff made the entire experience more than memorable and we learned so much! My 8th grader stated he learned more on this tour than in his history class.”

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New in Washington DC Monuments Night Tours

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★ 3.7Washington After Dark Night TourFrom $5912 reviews
★ 5.0Customizable Private Night Tour of Washington DC4 reviews
★ 3.5Private Monuments At Night Tour3 reviews
★ 4.0Washington DC Night-Time City Tour with Visit to Mount VernonFrom $1586 reviews
★ 3.0Afternoon Mount Vernon and Alexandria Tour plus DC Night TourFrom $1583 reviews
★ 5.0DC Monuments by Moonlight: Small Group Walking TourFrom $773 reviews
★ 4.0DC Lights Night TourFrom $5914 reviews
★ 4.5National Mall Night Tour with Washington Monument & 2 MuseumsFrom $1446 reviews
★ 4.5Small Group Washington DC Night TourFrom $753 reviews
★ 5.03- Hour Private Customizable Moonlight Washington DC Tour12 reviews
★ 5.0Private DC at Night Tour3 reviews
★ 3.9George Washington’s Mount Vernon & DC Monuments Night TourFrom $997 reviews
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