3-Hour Washington, DC Sunset Tour with Monuments by Night

3 Hours Round trip from Freedom Plaza **1325 Pennsylvania Ave NW Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Sunset views at the World War II Memorial with its iconic fountain
02 Scenic drive around the Tidal Basin with the Jefferson Memorial and MLK Jr. Memorial
03 Nighttime stop at the Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial with Washington, DC glowing behind it
04 Powerful evening visits to the Vietnam, Lincoln, and Korean War Memorials
05 Final photo opportunity at the US Capitol overlooking the National Mall

See Washington, DC in its most atmospheric light on this 3-hour evening tour, traveling in the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle with your guide and driver, with water provided. As the sun sets and the city begins to glow, you'll combine short walks with scenic drives for memorable photo stops and storytelling at the nation's most iconic landmarks. From the White House and World War II Memorial at golden hour to the luminous Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and Arlington's Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial after dark, the evening concludes with powerful visits to the Vietnam, Lincoln, and Korean War Memorials and a final photo stop at the US Capitol.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Washington D.C.

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Washington, DC Monuments at Sunset and by Night

Meeting: Meet your guide and driver in the heart of DC and get ready to embark on a journey to our national monuments, all in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. Water will be provided.
Stop 1 - The White House: Stop outside the Executive Mansion for photos and a brief overview of presidential history (10 minutes).
Stop 2 - World War II Memorial: Explore this beautiful monument at sunset, with its iconic fountain and views of both the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument. This is also the first restroom stop on the tour. (20 minutes)
Stop 4 - The Thomas Jefferson Memorial: As we drive around the Tidal Basin, you will learn why the basin was built, why the Jefferson Memorial was chosen for its location, and the architectural and historic meanings behind the famous design. (20 minutes)
Stop 5 - Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial: Experience the beauty of this memorial at night, as many have said the sculpture of Dr. King looks like a shining beacon of hope after dark. You'll also enjoy direct views of the glowing Jefferson Memorial. (15 minutes)
Stop 7 - The Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial: Take a quick dip into Arlington, VA, and learn how this small county was once part of the District of Columbia. Witness this stunning memorial at night, with Washington, DC glowing behind it. (15 minutes)
Stop 8 - The Big Three (Vietnam, Lincoln, and Korean Memorials):
- Experience the somber and chilling Vietnam Veterans Memorial, composed of the Women's Memorial statue, the Vietnam Wall, and the Three Servicemen statue.
- Walk up to the iconic Lincoln Memorial for great views of the National Mall, as well as a backside view of Arlington. Stand in the exact spot where Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his famous