Melanie & Ted

June 12, 2017 • Arlington, VA

Melanie & Ted

June 12, 2017 • Arlington, VA

Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

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50 Massachusetts Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20002

With impressive monuments, stately government buildings, and world-class museums, the nation's capital offers up plenty to see and do. Explore it all at your own pace, taking in the sights from a double-decker bus and hopping off at your leisure to delve further into D.C.

Take a seat on a double-decker bus and cruise around town, admiring D.C.'s remarkable architecture, bustling boulevards, and urban green spaces as a guide provides running commentary on the history and culture of the capital of the United States.

Pass by the White House, Union Station, and the Jefferson Memorial, and then hop off at the National Mall to tour stirring monuments like the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. Pass over the Potomac to pay your respects in Arlington National Cemetery, and then check out the Pentagon, the US Capitol, and the White House for a behind-the-scenes look at where the government works.

Stroll the riverfront promenade in lively Georgetown, step into the hallowed halls of the Smithsonian Institution, and immerse yourself in the rich history and modern, cosmopolitan vibe of Washington D.C.

Red Loop stops include:

  • Union Station
  • U.S. Capitol
  • National Air & Space Museum
  • National Mall
  • World War II Memorial
  • National Gallery of Art

Yellow Loop stops include:

  • Ford's Theatre
  • White House
  • Constitution Gardens
  • Georgetown University
  • Washington National Cathedral
  • Dupont Circle

Purple Loop stops include:

  • Lincoln Memorial
  • Arlington National Cemetery
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Panoramic Night Tour

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, Washington, D.C.,

Experience the floodlit splendor of the capital city on this nighttime bus tour. With an onboard guide, learn the fascinating history behind the iconic sites, including the Lincoln, WWII, and Vietnam War Veterans memorials, and discover some the best spots to capture impressive photos.

As the sun begins to set and the lights start to twinkle, see D.C. from a whole different perspective—by night. Hop aboard at one of the starting points, the Willard Hotel or Union Station, and meet your friendly guide. Then take a seat and enjoy a leisurely ride by famous landmarks and historic districts while you listen to fascinating commentary about the city's rich history and heritage.

See the glimmering lights illuminate the memorials and monuments of Lincoln, Washington, and other American heroes such as the WWII, Vietnam War, and Korean War Veterans memorials. Then admire a grand view of the White House—the official residence of the president—and snap memorable photos at the great locations along the way to capture picture-perfect moments.

Segway Tour of National Mall & Memorials

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502 23rd Street NW, Washington, D.C.,

Glide around the District of Columbia seeing more than 7 national treasures in just a fraction of the time compared with walking. After your 30-minute orientation, step onto your own Segway to begin your tour of the National Mall.

In a mere 3 hours, take in the sights of such historic landmarks as the Washington Monument and the White House. At the Lincoln Memorial, stop for a short break and a chance to climb the 58 steps to the chamber. Marvel at the statue created from marble and limestone mined from 5 different US states.

Take a moment of silence as you pass by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, where the solemn-faced Three Soldiers statue looks across the grass to the more than 58,000 names engraved on the Memorial Wall. Your day is filled with tributes to American history and the buildings that house the presiding government. You can see it all with minimal physical effort; just press a button, lean forward, and go.