Hop-on Hop-off Tours Washington DC

Old Town Trolley: Washington DC Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

4.8/5(29)

Chris W

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

It was comfortable, informative and a great way to see the highlights of DC. We liked the places the trolley stopped at, over where other buses stopped. We didn't have to wait long at any stop for the trolley to come. The drivers were friendly and helpful!

Patrick P

Group

Verified booking

Mar 2026

My brother, nephew, and I are running the Marine Corps Quantico 17.7 5K race Saturday. We decided to get on using Old Town Trolley and see some of the sites we had already seen. Our driver,Joe Morgan, made the ride and review of all of historic sites in Washington DC so exciting and knowledgeable that next year we are sure we will go again. Joe Moe's intelligent and comical. Explanations of the city and sites truly made this the best part of our trip. My brother and nephew came down from Ohio and I lived in Front Royal Virginia. We recommend Old Town Trolley to anyone visiting Washington DC.

Uncover Washington D.C.'s history at your own pace with a 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour on the distinctive orange and green trolleys.

Experience "Transportainment®" as friendly guides narrate your journey with a lively mix of trivia and humorous stories.

Hop aboard comfortable, state-of-the-art stadium trolleys featuring padded seats, free Wi-Fi, on-board history monitors, and enjoy free self-guided walking tours.

Visit iconic landmarks like the U.S. Capitol, Smithsonian Museums, and the Lincoln Memorial, and over 100 points of interest.

Choose a 1-day ticket or a 2-day option, giving you more time for museum visits, extra photo stops, and slow strolls through each neighborhood.

1- or 2-day unlimited Hop-on Hop-off trolley tour of Washington DC (as per option selected)

Hop-on Hop-off at 15 stops near the National Mall

Access to the Trolley tour

Live English-speaking guide

Free self-guided walking tours

State-of-the-art stadium trolleys

On-board history monitors

Free WiFi on board

Real-time trolley tracking map

Admission to attractions and museums not specified as included

TOTAL DURATION1 hour 30 minutes
Timeline
Map
1. Union Station
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3 attractions
Union Station
National Postal Museum
5 minutes walk
Columbus Circle and Fountain
7 minutes walk
2. National Japanese American Memorial
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3 attractions
National Japanese American Memorial
National Building Museum
6 minutes walk
Senate Fountain
3 minutes walk
3. U.S. Capitol
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3 attractions
U.S. Capitol
Library of Congress
5 minutes walk
Supreme Court of the United States
5 minutes walk
4. Smithsonian Air & Space Museum
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3 attractions
Smithsonian Air & Space Museum
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
4 minutes walk
National Museum of the American Indian
3 minutes walk
5. The Wharf - Boarding for Water Taxi Boat Cruise
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3 attractions
The Wharf
Potomac River
11 minutes walk
East Potomac Park
10 minutes walk
6. International Spy Museum
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3 attractions
International Spy Museum
L’Enfant Plaza
3 minutes walk
Smithsonian Castle
3 minutes walk
7. Washington Monument
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3 attractions
Washington Monument
Artechouse
6 minutes walk
Tidal Basin
5 minutes walk
8. Jefferson Memorial
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2 attractions
Jefferson Memorial
George Mason Memorial
1 minute walk
9. FDR Memorial/ MLK Jr. Memorial
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3 attractions
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
11 minutes walk
Japanese Pagoda
10. Lincoln Memorial
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3 attractions
Lincoln Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
5 minutes walk
Albert Einstein Memorial
1 minute walk
11. National Museum of American History
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3 attractions
National Museum of American History
Constitution Gardens
4 minutes walk
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
4 minutes walk
12. National Portrait Gallery/African Art Museum
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3 attractions
National Portrait Gallery
Chinatown DC
3 minutes walk
Renwick Gallery
10 minutes walk
13. Washington Welcome Center
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3 attractions
National Mall
8 minutes walk
United States Botanic Garden
9 minutes walk
Museum of the Bible
10 minutes walk
14. The White House
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3 attractions
The White House
3 minutes walk
Willard InterContinental Hotel
3 minutes walk
Eisenhower Executive Office Building
6 minutes walk
15. National Archives
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3 attractions
National Archives
Old Post Office Pavilion
6 minutes walk
Ford's Theatre
6 minutes walk

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Kathy C
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
Engaging tour guides. Nice trolley ride and good locations for on/off site seeing.
Chris W
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
It was comfortable, informative and a great way to see the highlights of DC. We liked the places the trolley stopped at, over where other buses stopped. We didn't have to wait long at any stop for the trolley to come. The drivers were friendly and helpful!
Nancy B
Family
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Great guides. Able to see all the sites we wanted to see. Would recommend.
Sandy B
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
The ease of getting on and off at the places we wanted
Dane C
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Allows you to enjoy DC stress free with live narrative as you pass by landmarks.

What to bring

Your mobile or printed ticket to board at any designated trolley stop.

A smartphone if you'd like to access the complimentary self-guided walking tours and real-time trolley tracker.

What's not allowed

Pets are not permitted onboard, except registered service animals.

Accessibility

Most trolleys are wheelchair accessible. Please contact the operator in advance if you require an accessible vehicle.

Additional information

You can board the trolley at any designated stop along the route.

Choose between a 1-day or 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass, depending on the option selected.

Children aged 3 and under travel free.

The tour operates rain or shine.

Free self-guided walking tours and the real-time trolley tracker can be accessed on your smartphone after booking.

The tour does not operate on Independence Day (July 4), Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and during the Army Ten-Miler road closures.

Routes, stops, and operating schedules may change due to road closures, special events, or city regulations.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.