DC Water Taxi & Sightseeing Tour – Explore Washington Your Way
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Discover Washington, D.C., at your own pace with the DC: Water Taxi Unlimited Pass & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour. Start your adventure on a comfortable open-top bus, offering sweeping views of iconic landmarks like the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and U.S. Capitol. As you ride, engaging audio commentary shares fascinating stories behind these historic sites.
Feel free to hop off at any stop to explore, take photos, or visit nearby museums. When you're ready, hop back on and continue your tour—there's no rush. The flexibility makes it easy to customize your experience to suit your interests and schedule.
Then, enjoy a scenic water cruise along the Potomac River with the DC Water Taxi. Travel smoothly between The Wharf, Georgetown, National Harbor, and Old Town Alexandria, all while taking in stunning skyline views and landmarks from the water. Whether you choose to do both tours in one day or spread them out over multiple days, this experience offers a relaxing way to see the city from land and water.
Frequently asked questions
Can I hop off and rejoin the tour later?
Yes, you can hop off at any stop along the route and rejoin the tour when you're ready. The tour is designed to be flexible so you can explore at your own pace.
How long does the tour last?
The combined experience lasts from approximately 45 minutes up to 1 hour and 50 minutes, depending on how long you spend at each stop.
Are the tours accessible for wheelchairs?
Yes, both the bus tour and water taxi are wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy the experience.
What is included with the ticket?
Your ticket includes a 1-day Potomac Water Taxi pass with unlimited stops, a 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour on the red loop, digital commentary, and a portion of each ticket supports the preservation of the National Mall.
Can I do both tours on different days?
Absolutely! The tours can be taken on separate days, giving you the flexibility to explore DC at your own pace.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 45 minutes – 1 hour 50 min
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Guided experience
German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Official Tour Provider of the National Mall – a portion of every ticket supports preservation
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking, and ticket activation)
- Digital commentary on DC history and sights
- Tours can be taken on separate days
- 1-Day Potomac Water Taxi Pass with unlimited stops
- 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour – Red Loop only
Not included
- Food & Drinks
Itinerary
Hop on and off at various stops to explore DC’s landmarks, then enjoy a scenic water taxi ride along the Potomac River connecting The Wharf, Georgetown, National Harbor, and Old Town Alexandria.
Meeting point & pickup
No specific meeting point is provided. Details will be shared after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 1 day before
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of departure
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $79.00 per person
- Free cancellation
- Secure checkout with our booking partner
