Hop-on Hop-off Tours Washington DC

Big Bus: Washington DC Sunset Bus Tour

U.S. Capitol building at dusk viewed from a tour bus during a Big Bus 2-hour night tour.

Tourists on a night bus tour photographing the illuminated World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Night view of Jefferson Memorial from a Big Bus tour in Washington, D.C.

Washington D.C. night skyline with Washington Monument and Capitol Building on Big Bus tour route.

Duration

2 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Hop on an open-top bus for a 2-hour sunset tour of Washington DC, exploring iconic landmarks at your own pace with expert commentary and unlimited access to multiple stops.

Operator: Big Bus Tours

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.

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

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Emily
Oct 2025
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5/5
Kimberly
Oct 2025
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4/5
Kimberly
Jun 2025
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1/5
This was NOT a "hop on hop off" experience. We drove past many sites without getting off.
Joshua
Mar 2025
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1/5
The bus was in disrepair. The engine was super noisy.
Angelo
Oct 2024
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4/5

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.

What's not allowed

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

Accessibility

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.

Additional information

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

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

Get Directions to the Meeting Point