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15 Best DC Night Tours

After dark the marble glows, the school groups vanish and the city finally looks like the postcards. The moonlight trolley runs are the local secret.

1.DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour, Glass Top Upgrade Option

Discover Washington DC's stunning monuments illuminated at night on this 3-hour guided bus tour, with optional glass or open-top upgrades for a memorable experience.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Wonderful tour experience. This is the most I have ever learned on a guided tour. Dion was so knowledgeable and engaging! Highly recommend.”

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4.Washington DC by Moonlight Electric Cart Tour

Discover Washington DC's iconic monuments illuminated at night on a comfortable, eco-friendly electric cart tour, perfect for first-time visitors and night owls.

★ 5.0

“We visited several monuments and we were able to stop and take pictures at several, including the Lincoln Memorial, the MLK Memorial, and the White House. Lorenzo was our tour guide and he was amazing and shared so much knowledge with us! It was a…”

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5.Night Monuments Tour with 8 Stops and Admission Ticket Upgrades

Discover Washington DC’s iconic monuments lit up at night with this 3-hour guided tour, combining vehicle rides and walking stops for authentic memories.

★ 4.5

“highly recommend James as our tour guy and CHRIS as our bus driver to anyone. They were very accommodating and thorough with the tour.”

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8.Big Bus DC: Monuments & Memorials Night Tour by Open-top Bus

Experience Washington DC’s illuminated monuments from a comfortable open-top bus with guided commentary on a 2-hour night tour—perfect for first-timers.

★ 4.5

“The tour was beautiful! The driver and other employees were so kind and welcoming. Fabulous experience on our first night in DC!!!!”

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10.Ghosts of Georgetown Night-Time Walking Tour

Explore Georgetown’s haunted past on this engaging night-time ghost tour, blending history, spooky stories, and iconic sights for a memorable evening.

★ 5.0

“The tour guides always make or break the tour and Sonia did not disappoint. Great stories, good laughs, lots of knowledge. This was a great haunted tour!”

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11.Washington DC Sites at Night Guided Bicycle Tour

Discover Washington, D.C. at night on a guided bike tour covering iconic monuments like Lincoln, Jefferson, and the WWII Memorial, all in three hours.

★ 4.5

“It was really fun and our guide Joe was a hoot. I would recommend for anyone (as long as you have beginner bike skills). You get to see all of the monuments much quicker than walking and easier than driving with less people because its…”

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12.DC: Monuments & History Guided Tour by E-Cart – Day &Night

Discover Washington DC’s top landmarks in a cozy vintage electric cart with engaging guides, short stops, and flexible options—perfect for busy days or night tours.

★ 4.5

“This was an amazing way to view the city. Elmira was our tour guide and she knew so much about everything she drove past. She knew we got to see some of the main memorials and locations in Washington DC. She let us out to…”

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14.Washington, DC: Day & Night Electric Cart & Vintage Car Tour

Explore Washington, DC's iconic monuments on a 2-hour vintage electric car tour, with expert guides, photo stops, and evening illumination views.

★ 4.7

“Vernon is a legend. He was inviting, knowledgeable, and a ton of fun. I'm sure this tour would be fun regardless, but do your best to get Vernon. The man made the evening absolutely perfect.”

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15.Private Night-Time Monuments Tour of DC for up to 10 Guests

Experience Washington DC’s illuminated monuments on a private night tour with customizable stops, expert guides, and scenic views—all in comfort.

★ 5.0

“Christopher was our tour guide and he did an awesome job sharing his knowledge of the area and monuments while also keeping it fun.”

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More DC Night Tours

4.6Washington DC: National Mall Night Bus Tour3 hours$55 4.0Washington DC After Dark Night-Time Sightseeing Wonder Tour3 hours (approx.)$59.00 4.6Washington DC: Night Under the Stars Bus & Walking Tour3 hours$68 5.0Discounted DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Snacks, LED Bracelets3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$52.00 4.3Washington DC: Monuments by Night Bike Tour3 hours$65 5.0Moonlight Tour of Washington DC3 hours (approx.)$62.00 4.0Washington DC Night-Time Minibus City Tour3 hours (approx.)$68.00 5.0The Night of Lincoln’s Assassination Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$49.00 4.0Night-Time City Tour of Washington DC3 hours (approx.)$59.00 5.0Dark Nights in D.C. – Walking Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$34.99 4.5Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$25.00 4.53-4 Hour Private DC City Moonlight Tour by Van3 to 4 hours (approx.)$496.00 4.7Washington DC: Small-Group 3-Hour Night Tour3 hours$99 5.0Washington DC Monuments and Memorials Night Tour3 hours (approx.)$89.00 4.5Washington DC Open-Air Bus Day or Night-Time Monuments Tour2 hours (approx.)$49.00 4.0Washington DC Night-Time City Bus Tour with Optional Mount Vernon3 to 4 hours (approx.)$59.00 5.0Washington DC Moonlight Tour by Electric Cart or Vintage Car2 hours (approx.)$53.10 4.8D.C: Monuments & History Guided Open-Air Bus Tour-Day &Night$40 5.0Stretch Limo Private Day & Night Custom Tours of Washington DC3 to 4 hours (approx.)$660.00 5.0DC Monuments Day or Night American History Guided E-Cart Tour2 hours (approx.)$59.00 5.0DC Night Tour With Magic LED- Pick Up/Drop, Snacks, LED Bracelets3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$68.00 4.5Private Night-Time Tour of Washington DC | DC After Dark3 hours (approx.)$519.00 4.1Washington, DC: Holiday Lights Nighttime Bus Tour3 hours$69 4.5DC: Hop-on Hop-off Bus, Arlington Walking Tour, and Night Tour2 hours (approx.)$75.00