There’s Washington by day, and then there’s Washington by night — when the marble monuments glow against the dark sky and the National Mall turns into a river of light. This 3-hour guided night tour is one of the most beloved ways to see the capital at its most magical, and it comes with nearly 6,000 glowing reviews.
You’ll ride through the city in a comfortable, temperature-controlled coach, stopping at 10 top sites for photos — including the White House, the U.S. Capitol, the MLK Jr. Memorial, the WWII Memorial, and the Vietnam War Memorial. Along the way, you’ll glide past more than 20 additional landmarks, from the Washington Monument to Arlington Cemetery and many of the Smithsonian museums.
A knowledgeable guide shares the stories behind the stones as you travel, making history come alive in a way no guidebook can. With tickets included and everything organized for you, all you have to do is bring your camera and enjoy the lights.
Prices start at around $63 per person — a wonderful value for an evening that ends up being the highlight of many travelers’ trips to D.C.
See the capital shine after dark. Book this tour on Viator
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