Big Bus tour in Washington DC passing the Lincoln Memorial.
U.S. Capitol building at dusk viewed from a tour bus during a Big Bus 2-hour night tour.
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Highlights

  • Watch Washington DC light up after dark on the 2-hour sunset tour letting you experience the city in a whole new light.
  • The Black Loop sweeps you on a non-stop tour revealing the city's iconic landmarks shine against the night sky.
  • Weekends come with expert live guides, while weekdays offer digital commentary that turns your tour into an engaging history lesson.
  • Travel through time as you glide past the Lincoln Memorial and the White House, where history was made and continues to unfold.

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Big Bus tour in Washington DC passing the Lincoln Memorial.
U.S. Capitol building at dusk viewed from a tour bus during a Big Bus 2-hour night tour.
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Black Loop

Discover Washington DC in its nighttime glory with the 2-hour sunset tour, where the city sparkles under the stars. The Black Loop whisks you past iconic landmarks, glowing against the night sky, giving you a whole new perspective of DC. Whether it's the weekend, with expert live guides adding flair to the experience, or weekdays, where digital commentary brings history to life, this tour is a must.

Glide by the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and more., where history’s biggest moments come alive in the evening light.

Schedule

  • Departure: 7pm from stop #1 (Union Station)
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Frequency: Once every evening

Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 2-hour sunset tour of Washington DC
  • English-speaking guide (from Fri to Sun until Sep 2)
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, German, Spanish & Brazilian Portuguese
  • Complimentary headphones
  • Authorized National Park Service Concessioner
  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
  • Free child (aged 2 and under) tickets
  • Hop-on hop-off service

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Union Station Washington DC.

  • Address: Washington Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States

  • Landmark: In front of Shake shack

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Booking FAQs

The tour departs at 7pm from stop #1 (Union Station).

It lasts for 2 hours.

You will glide by iconic locations such as the White House, Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial.

Food and alcohol are not permitted on board. Non-alcoholic drinks in screw-top bottles are allowed.

Yes, the buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible; however, visitors with mobility issues may be restricted from using upper decks.

Pets are not allowed onboard except for ADA service animals due to bus restrictions.

Live guides are present from Friday to Sunday until September 2, while digital commentary is provided on weekdays.

The pre-recorded commentary is available in English, French, German, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese.

Yes, you can use a mobile app that provides a detailed map and live bus tracking.

No, the sunset tour is not part of the hop-on hop-off service. It's a non-stop experience covering major landmarks in Washington DC during nighttime.

Keep in mind food & alcohol (except non-alcoholic drinks in screw-top bottles) are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Your safety comes first so visitors with mobility issues are restricted on the upper decks. Due to restrictions on the bus, pets (except ADA service animals)are not allowed onboard.

The tour remains closed on Independence Day (Jul 4), Oct 29 & Christmas (Dec 25).

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