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Highlights
Explore Washington D.C.'s iconic landmarks at your own pace with a full-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket, offering flexibility.
About This Deal
Highlights
- Guests enjoy seamless exploration of Washington D.C.'s most famous attractions.
- Visitors benefit from the flexibility of hop-on hop-off access throughout the entire day.
- They can experience a comprehensive tour covering key sights with ease and comfort.
- The service allows for personalized sightseeing itineraries that cater to individual interests.
- Perfect for gifting! A thoughtful gift for explorers and history lovers, offering a comfortable and flexible way to discover Washington, D.C.’s iconic sights and create memorable moments along the way
Choose Your Ticket – What's Included
Both options are operated by Big Bus on open-top double-decker buses, but they differ in validity, routes, and inclusions:
24-Hour Pass
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus & Arlington Audio Tour – Choice of Red or Blue Loop
A 24-hour pass – perfect for a whirlwind highlights tour. Choose the Red Loop or Blue Loop and enjoy unlimited hop-on, hop-off access to 50+ top sights, plus an exclusive Arlington Cemetery Self-Guided Audio Tour.
- Valid for 24 hours from first use on your choice of the Red Loop or Blue Loop.
- Includes the Arlington Cemetery Self-Guided Audio Tour.
- Entertaining expert digital audio commentary available in multiple languages.
- Buses run daily from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, every 20 minutes (subject to seasonal change); the full circuit takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Plan your schedule hassle-free with the free Big Bus mobile app for live bus arrival and departure times.
- Select a time and date at checkout or follow the post-sale instructions. Redeem with any Big Bus representative or driver at the Washington Monument, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, or at any Big Bus stop.
Valid Any Day
One Full-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket for Ages 3+; Valid Any Day
An all-day ticket with unlimited hop-on hop-off access to over 17 iconic Washington DC stops – valid any day the tour operates, with no booking required.
- Valid any day the tour operates – no reservation needed; simply show your Groupon voucher, hop aboard, and begin your adventure.
- All-day access on the day you ride, with buses arriving at each stop approximately every 30 minutes.
- Expert, entertaining pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, French, German, and Portuguese.
- Buses run daily from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM; the entire loop without hopping off lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Stops include the White House, Capitol Building, Smithsonian Castle, and Arlington National Cemetery.
- Hop on at the kiosk at the Washington Monument, 1400 Jefferson Drive SW (Jefferson Dr. SW & 14th St., by the bike racks).
Red Loop vs. Blue Loop (24-Hour Pass)
The 24-Hour Pass lets you choose one loop. Here’s what each route covers:
Red Loop
Explore the heart of Washington, DC on the Red Loop, with hop-on, hop-off access to the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, U.S. Capitol, Jefferson Memorial, MLK Memorial, The Wharf, and more. Enjoy panoramic open-top views and informative recorded commentary as you discover the capital’s most famous landmarks at your own pace.
Blue Loop
See DC’s must-visit monuments and historic landmarks on the Blue Loop. Hop on and off near the White House, Lincoln Memorial, World War II Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, Ford’s Theatre, and more, with open-top sightseeing and recorded commentary along the way.
What to Expect
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Washington D.C., where history comes alive with every turn. Guests can immerse themselves in the nation's capital, discovering iconic monuments, museums, and historic sites at their own pace. The open-top bus offers panoramic views, allowing passengers to capture stunning photographs and create lasting memories.
With the freedom to hop on and hop off at designated stops, visitors gain unparalleled flexibility to explore attractions that pique their interest. Whether admiring the grandeur of the Lincoln Memorial or delving into the rich exhibits of the Smithsonian, this tour provides a convenient and comfortable way to experience the best of D.C. without the hassle of navigation.
Plan Your Visit
Operating Hours
24-Hour Pass: first bus departs 9:00 AM, last bus 4:30 PM, every 20 minutes. Full-Day Ticket: first bus departs 9:30 AM, last bus 4:30 PM, every 30 minutes. Hours are subject to seasonal change; check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
Ticket Validity
24-Hour Pass: valid for 24 hours from first use on the date selected at checkout. Full-Day Ticket: valid any day the tour operates – no date selection required.
Meeting Point
24-Hour Pass: redeem with any Big Bus representative or driver at the Washington Monument, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, or at any Big Bus stop. Full-Day Ticket: hop on at the kiosk at the Washington Monument, 1400 Jefferson Drive SW.
Important Information: Children aged 2 and under ride for free. Please note that the service is closed on the 4th of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
How It Works
- Plan your visit
Select your ticket – 24-Hour Pass (Red or Blue Loop) or Full-Day Ticket (valid any day).
- Grab the Deal
For the 24-Hour Pass, select a date at checkout or follow the post-sale instructions; the Full-Day Ticket needs no booking.
- Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival.
- Enjoy the Experience!
Have a wonderful time on your tour!
Fine Print
- Ages 2 and under are free.
- Ticket valid for the date selected.
- Closed on 4th of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
About DC Hop-On Hop-Off
DC Hop-On Hop-Off aims to provide positive customer experience. Dedicated and knowledgeable guides invite participants of all ages to a sightseeing trip of Washington, DC. Guests may learn more about the Capitol as they hop on an open-top, double-decker bus, get a chance to see important buildings, and admire picturesque views of the city.
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