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Washington DC Capitol Hill Bus and Boat Tour 8 hr
TourTruth score 7.5 out of 10
GoodTop 28% in Washington DC
14 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Washington DC
- 8 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Capitol Hill, enter the U.S. Capitol, see major monuments by bus, and enjoy a seasonal Potomac River cruise.
About this tour
See Washington, DC unfold across a full day of landmark views, Capitol Hill history, and a seasonal Potomac River cruise. This Washington, DC Capitol Hill bus and boat tour pairs guided walks with comfortable sightseeing between the city’s best-known monuments.
Begin with a two-hour walk through Capitol Hill, passing the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and Senate buildings. Then enter the U.S. Capitol and visit at least three rooms, which may include the Rotunda, Crypt, or National Statuary Hall. A guided bus tour brings you to more than 10 major sites, with stops outside landmarks such as the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. You’ll also pass the Washington Monument and Tidal Basin.
Pause for lunch at your own expense. When operating, the seasonal Potomac cruise adds a fresh perspective from the water. In the off-season, the itinerary includes additional memorial stops. With a guide alongside you throughout, this Washington, DC Capitol Hill bus and boat tour makes a rewarding way to experience the capital. Reserve your place and explore the city by foot, road, and river.
Highlights
- Walk Capitol Hill past the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and Senate buildings
- Enter the U.S. Capitol and visit at least three rooms
- See more than 10 major monuments and landmarks by bus
- Cruise the Potomac River seasonally
- Enjoy bonus memorial stops when the cruise is not operating
What's included
Included
- Professional tour guide throughout the tour
- Full-day guided bus, walking, and boat tour of Washington, DC
- Two-hour Capitol Hill walking tour
- Entry to the U.S. Capitol, including at least three rooms
- Seasonal Potomac River cruise, typically mid-March to mid-October
- Complimentary bottled water
- Bonus stops at the Jefferson, Air Force, and Eisenhower memorials when the Potomac cruise is not operating
- Lunch stop at Georgetown Washington Harbor before the ferry during cruise season, or Pentagon Mall in the off-season
Not included
- Lunch
Ratings on each provider
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4.93 / 5 · 14 reviews
Important information
- Meet across the street from the Supreme Court on First Street NE
- Arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wheelchair accessible
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- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Service animals are allowed, but other animals are not permitted on tours
- Infant seat rental is available for $50
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The full-day tour lasts 8 hours.
What is included in the U.S. Capitol visit?
Entry to the U.S. Capitol is included, with visits to at least three rooms. Possible rooms include the Crypt, Rotunda, National Statuary Hall, Old Supreme Court Chamber, and Old Senate Chamber.
Does the tour include a Potomac River cruise?
A seasonal cruise typically operates from mid-March to mid-October. When it is not operating, the tour adds stops at the Jefferson, Air Force, and Eisenhower memorials.
Is lunch included?
No. The tour includes a lunch stop, but lunch is at your own expense.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet across the street from the Supreme Court on First Street NE and arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.93 from 14 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Washington DC
- 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 7.5. Top 28% in Washington DC means it ranks in the top 28% of tours in Washington DC by this score.
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