Best Observation Decks & Towers in Washington DC

4 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work

We compared 4 observation decks & towers in Washington DC using 425 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is Washington DC Washington Monument Ticket and Guidebook 1 hr (7.8/10). Prices start at $22 and most cost between $22 and $25. A typical one lasts 1 hr.

Top picks

Best overall

49 reviews · $24 · 1 hr

Reviewers like: panoramic views, white house views, knowledgeable guide

Watch for: alternative ticket options, high fees

Compare at a glance

#TourScoreRatings by siteFromDuration
1 Washington DC Washington Monument Ticket and Guidebook 1 hr TourTruth score 7.8 out of 10 Viator 3.0★ (6) · GetYourGuide 4.8★ (43) $24 1 hr
2 Washington, DC National Mall Tour with Monument Entry 2.5 hr TourTruth score 7.8 out of 10 GetYourGuide 5.0★ (14) $47 2 hrs 30 min
3 Washington Monument Entry and Guidebook, 1 hr TourTruth score 6.1 out of 10 Viator 3.8★ (20) $22 1 hr
4 Washington Monument Self-Guided Tour 1 hr TourTruth score 2.6 out of 10 Viator 3.2★ (342) $25 1 hr

Questions

What is the best observation decks & tower in Washington DC?

Washington DC Washington Monument Ticket and Guidebook 1 hr has the highest TourTruth score (7.8/10) of the 4 observation decks & towers in Washington DC we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 49 reviews.

How much do observation decks & towers in Washington DC cost?

Listed prices start at $22; the median is $24, and most cost between $22 and $25. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.

How long are observation decks & towers in Washington DC?

The median listed duration is 1 hr.

Which observation decks & tower in Washington DC has the most reviews?

Washington Monument Self-Guided Tour 1 hr, with 342 reviews and a TourTruth score of 2.6/10.

Scores compare each tour's ratings with all others on the same booking site and weight them by review count. How scores work · Same tour, different price on Viator and GetYourGuide