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Washington DC Day Trip from Manhattan or New Jersey

TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10

AverageTop 41% in New York City

180 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • New York City
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Explore Washington, DC’s iconic monuments, memorials, and Arlington National Cemetery on a day trip from Manhattan or New Jersey.

About this tour

Trade Manhattan’s morning bustle for a day among the monuments and memorials of the nation’s capital. This Washington, DC day trip pairs a 5-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour with a 1-hour walk along the National Mall, giving you time to take in the city’s defining landmarks.

See the U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Reflecting Pool, then pause at the Korean War Veterans Memorial, World War II Memorial, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. The itinerary also includes Arlington National Cemetery and a stop at the White House. An air-conditioned vehicle makes the journey more comfortable, and the day ends at Union Station before the return trip to New York City. Departures are available from Manhattan or New Jersey; the listed New Jersey meeting point is in Union City.

Choose this Washington, DC day trip for a convenient introduction to American history and iconic city sights. Bring the required identification, dress for the weather, and get ready to explore the capital.

Highlights

  • Explore Washington, DC’s landmark-filled National Mall
  • Admire the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Reflecting Pool
  • Pay tribute at the Korean War, World War II, and Martin Luther King, Jr. memorials
  • Visit Arlington National Cemetery and the White House
  • Relax on the return journey to New York City

What's included

Included

  • 5-hour Washington, DC hop-on hop-off tour by bus
  • 1-hour walking tour of the National Mall
  • Arlington National Cemetery entrance
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenirs
  • Seat selection

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Important information

  • Bring a valid passport; U.S. residents may bring a state ID or driver's license
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Every traveler, including infants, must have their own seat; infants cannot sit on laps
  • Child or booster seats are required by law based on a child's age, height, and weight; bring your own
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  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers; moderate physical fitness is recommended
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • No suitcases or large bags; a $10-per-bag fee may apply
  • Restrooms may not be available on the vehicle
  • Dress for all weather conditions; the itinerary may change without notice
  • A Spanish-speaking guide may occasionally be unavailable
  • Travelers in the same party may be seated separately
  • Traffic and road conditions may change the tour duration
  • New Jersey meeting point: 820 31st St, Union City, NJ 07087; departure at 5:50 AM

Frequently asked questions

What should I bring?

Bring a valid passport, or a state ID or driver's license if you are a U.S. resident.

Are child seats provided?

No. Bring any child or booster seat required by law for your child's age, height, and weight.

Can infants sit on an adult's lap?

No. Every traveler must have their own seat.

Is the tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

Can the itinerary or duration change?

Yes. Traffic, road conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances may alter the itinerary or tour duration.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.50 on Viator and 4.63 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.2. Top 41% in New York City means it ranks in the top 41% of tours in New York City by this score.

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