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Discover the thrilling history of espionage at Washington DC's International Spy Museum. See unique spy gadgets and technology, explore exhibitions dedicated to famous spies, and learn about how global intelligence has shaped our world today. Note: on arrival at the Spy Museum you will be allocated a timed entry ticket for the next available entry. It is strongly encouraged that you arrive early to secure the best availability.

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Our Washington DC Sightseeing Routes

Experience Washington DC's most famous landmarks and attractions with Big Bus Tours. You'll enjoy unique, top-deck views of the capital's best sights, including the White House, Capitol Hill, Jefferson Memorial, Smithsonian Castle, and many more.

National Cathedral in Washington DC by day

Red Loop

With pre-recorded commentary.

First bus at Stop #1 - 9:30am

Last bus at Stop #1 - 4:30pm

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Ariel view of the Pentagon in Washington DC

American Heroes Shuttle (Blue Loop)

Features pre-recorded commentary in 8 languages.

First bus at Stop #5 - 10:26am

Last bus at Stop #5- 4:26pm

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Night Tour (Black Loop)

Discover the sights of Washington DC illuminated in the evening on our panoramic Night Tour. Tours Thursday–Sunday only

Tour departs Stop #1 - 8:00pm

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  • The Old Stone House
  • Smithsonian Castle
  • Sackler / Freer Gallery
  • The National Gallery of Art
  • The Exorcist Steps
  • Bureau of Engraving
  • Woodrow Wilson House
  • Smithsonian National Zoo
  • American History Museum
  • Bike and Roll Rental
  • Botanical Garden
  • National Portrait Gallery
  • National Air and Space Museum
  • National Museum of Natural History
  • St. Matthew’s Cathedral
  • The Renwick Gallery
  • Madame Tussauds **CLOSED**
  • The Walter E. Convention Centre
  • American Indian Museum
  • Artechouse
  • Hirshhorn Museum
  • Holocaust Memorial Museum
  • The National Archives Museum
  • Ulysses Grant Memorial
  • Union Station
  • WWII Memorial
  • US Treasury
  • Vietnam Memorial
  • Rock Creek Park
  • Embassy Row
  • The Bishop’s Garden
  • Washington National Cathedral
  • Albert Einstein Memorial
  • Arlington Cemetery
  • Folger Shakespeare Library
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial
  • Ford's Theatre
  • Lincoln Memorial
  • Peace Monument
  • Jefferson Memorial
  • U.S Capitol
  • Library of Congress
  • Martin Luther King Memorial
  • White House
  • Georgetown Canal
  • James A Garfield Monument
  • Japanese American Memorial
  • Korean War Memorial
  • Pentagon Memorial
  • Washington Monument
  • Black Lives Matter Plaza
  • M and Wisconsin Avenue shops
  • Pentagon City Mall
  • Uno Pizzeria & Grill
  • Chinatown
  • Hard Rock Cafe
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4

FDR and MLK Memorial Corner of West Basin Drive SW & West Ohio Drive SW (next to Capital Bikeshare)
First Stop 10:20
Last Stop 16:20
FDR and MLK Memorial

5

Lincoln Memorial & Korean War Memorial 100 Daniel French Drive SW (next to Korean War Memorial)
First Stop 10:26
Last Stop 16:26
Lincoln Memorial & Korean War Memorial

10

The White House & Willard Hotel 1401 Pennsylvannia Avenue NW (outside Willard Hotel, near corner with 15th St. NW)
First Stop 11:10
Last Stop 17:10
The White House & Willard Hotel

6

Arlington Cemetery 1 Memorial Avenue (in the bus parking zone)
First Stop 10:37
Last Stop 16:37
Arlington Cemetery

13

The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise 800 Maine Ave SW (north-east corner of Maine Ave SW & 9th St)
First Stop 11:34
Last Stop 17:34
The Wharf & Potomac Boat Cruise

2

Washington Monument West 2 15th St NW (On Raoul Wallenburg Place, between Jefferson & Independence Aves.)
First Stop 10:09
Last Stop 16:09
Washington Monument West

1

L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW (at crosswalk on NW corner of Spy Museum)
First Stop 10:00
Last Stop 16:00
L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum

9

City Center & Chinatown North west corner of 10th St NW & G St NW
First Stop 11:03
Last Stop 17:03
City Center & Chinatown

7

Lincoln Memorial North & Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bus stop at SE corner of 23rd Street NW and Constitution Ave NW
First Stop 10:42
Last Stop 16:42
Lincoln Memorial North & Vietnam Veterans Memorial

8

Natural History Museum Corner of 10th St NW & Constitution Ave (in front of the Natural History Museum)
First Stop 10:53
Last Stop 16:53
Natural History Museum

12

Smithsonian Museums/Eisenhower Memorial 600 Independence Ave SW (outside Air & Space Museum main entrance)
First Stop 11:28
Last Stop 17:28
Smithsonian Museums/Eisenhower Memorial

3

Jefferson Memorial East Basin Dr SW at Jefferson Memorial (bus stop along from refreshment kiosk)
First Stop 10:15
Last Stop 16:15
Jefferson Memorial

11

US Capitol at Garfield Circle East Side of Garfield Circle
First Stop 11:22
Last Stop 17:22
US Capitol at Garfield Circle

5

Lincoln Memorial & Korean War Memorial 100 Daniel French Drive SW (next to Korean War Memorial)
First Stop 10:26
Last Stop 16:26
Lincoln Memorial & Korean War Memorial

6

Arlington Cemetery 1 Memorial Avenue (in the bus parking zone)
First Stop 10:37
Last Stop 16:37
Arlington Cemetery

1

L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum 700 L'Enfant Plaza SW (at crosswalk on NW corner of Spy Museum)
First Stop 20:00
Last Stop 20:00
L’Enfant Plaza & International Spy Museum
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