All 8 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-15| Option | Price | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 DC Cherry Blossom Bus Tour with Tidal Basin WalkOur pick | US$ 59 per person | 4h | 4.55★ · 161 | free | — |
 Washington DC: Capitol Hill Walking Tour & Bus Tour with Capitol EntryBest value | US$ 59 per person | 3h–5h | 4.61★ · 18 | free | — |
 Washington DC Monuments by Night: Open-Top Bus TourTop rated | US$ 109 per person | 3h | 4.68★ · 69 | free | — |
 Washington DC: Capitol & National Mall Bus Tour with Boat Cruise | US$ 125 per person | 8h | 4.92★ · 13 | free | — |
 Washington DC: Monuments at Night Private Bus Tour | US$ 1,119 per person | 3h–4h | 5.00★ only 3 reviews | free | — |
 Washington DC: Holiday Lights Bus Tour & Christmas Trees | US$ 95 per person | 2h 15m | — | free | — |
 Washington DC: Capitol & Library of Congress with Night Monuments Tour | US$ 145 per person | 5h | — | free | — |
 Annapolis & Naval Academy: Private Half-Day Tour from DC | US$ 1,729 per group | 5h | 5.00★ only 1 review | free | — |
Washington DC Bus Tours 8 options
DC Cherry Blossom Bus Tour with Tidal Basin WalkFour-hour Washington DC cherry blossom tour starting at the Navy Memorial, with guided stops at Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial.★ 4.55 (161)4h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Washington DC Monuments by Night: Open-Top Bus TourEvening open-top bus tour of DC's illuminated monuments: Lincoln Memorial, Capitol, WWII Memorial & more. Expert guide, convertible roof, groups under 15.★ 4.68 (69)3h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 109per person
Washington DC: Capitol Hill Walking Tour & Bus Tour with Capitol Entry3-hour guided tour of Capitol Hill with US Capitol grounds access, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and bus tour of DC monuments including White House, Lincoln Memorial, and war memorials.★ 4.61 (18)3h–5h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Washington DC: Capitol & National Mall Bus Tour with Boat CruiseFull-day Washington DC tour with US Capitol entry, 10+ monuments, Capitol Hill walking tour, and seasonal Potomac River cruise. Includes professional guide and bottled water.★ 4.92 (13)8h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Washington DC: Monuments at Night Private Bus TourPrivate guided evening tour of DC's illuminated memorials and Capitol Building with hotel pickup, professional guide, eight landmarks, and air-conditioned transport.★ 5.00 (3)3h–4h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 1,119per person
Washington DC: Holiday Lights Bus Tour & Christmas TreesHop-on hop-off bus tour through DC's holiday displays: National Christmas Tree, U.S. Capitol Tree, Botanic Gardens, and Frosted at Franklin Square.2h 15m✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 95per person
Washington DC: Capitol & Library of Congress with Night Monuments TourFull-day combo: Capitol Hill walking tour with U.S. Capitol entry, Library of Congress, and evening monuments bus tour. Includes guide and timed entry.5h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 145per person
Annapolis & Naval Academy: Private Half-Day Tour from DCPrivate half-day tour of Annapolis from Washington DC with Naval Academy grounds, Maryland Statehouse, and colonial homes. Includes air-conditioned bus and guide.★ 5.00 (1)5h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 1,729per group
Washington DC Bus Tours at a glance
- Our pick: DC Cherry Blossom Bus Tour with Tidal Basin Walk, US$ 59 (4h, 4.55★ · 161).
- Best value: Washington DC: Capitol Hill Walking Tour & Bus Tour with Capitol Entry, US$ 59 (3h–5h, 4.61★ · 18).
- Top rated: Washington DC Monuments by Night: Open-Top Bus Tour, US$ 109 (3h, 4.68★ · 69).
Real price per person across the 7 options: US$ 59–US$ 1,119 (median US$ 109). With 100+ reviews: 1 of 8.
Of the 8 options: 8 with free cancellation, 8 with instant confirmation, 2 with hotel pickup, 8 kid-friendly, 2 private and 7 last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 8 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
DC Cherry Blossom Bus Tour with Tidal Basin Walk is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.55 out of 5 across 161 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
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