Best of DC VIP Tour with U.S. Capitol and National Archives Entry - Full-Day Tour - Washington D.C.

Get the presidential treatment with our most comprehensive Washington DC day tour! The tour includes reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building!

Enjoy guided DC tour in our one-of-a-kind convertible tour buses for a unique sightseeing experience with an open-air view when weather permits, and a climate-controlled, glass-top roof for comfort during sudden weather changes.

Seasonal Note: Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October 15 and April 1 to accommodate colder temperatures.

Your VIP experience begins at Neptune Fountain in front of the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building.

Check out every memorial of the National Mall with this eight-hour voyage around the city. One of the best Washington DC sightseeing tours money can buy, this excursion begins with an in-depth look at some of the city’s most poignant sights and sounds, from the White House to the National Monuments and Memorials. Reserved entry into the U.S. Capitol Building is included!

During this tour, you will have the opportunity to explore significant landmarks alongside a knowledgeable guide who will share the stories behind each site. Seasonal variations in the itinerary offer unique experiences. In the summer months, relax with a complimentary boat cruise along the beautiful Potomac River and Georgetown Waterfront after lunch, with the option to purchase a meal at one of the many waterfront restaurants. In contrast, the winter season features a stop at the iconic Kennedy Center.

A fascinating look at the interior of the National Archives makes for a sensational finale.

Highlights

Washington DC sightseeing bus tour

Reserved access to the National Archives Building and the U.S. Capitol Building

Climate-controlled glass-top buses

Expert tour guides and live narration

Itinerary

Neptune Fountain at the Library of Congress (Start)

White House (outside only)

The U.S. Capitol Building Entry

World War II National Memorial

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Boat Cruise (Apr 1 to Oct 15)

The Kennedy Center (Oct 16 - Mar 31)

Lincoln Memorial

Korean War Memorial

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

FDR Memorial

The National Archives Building Entry (End)

Important information

While there will be some walking involved in the tour, your comfort is one of our top priorities. If you prefer, you are able to remain on the bus while sightseeing, as we do not require all guests to get off at every stop.