Experience the beauty and awe of our country's most stirring monuments in a whole new way... by moonlight. On the Monuments by Moonlight Tour you'll be transported to many of the city's most famous sights, while enjoying the tranquil night and evening breeze.
Tour Itinerary
Note: Washington, D.C.'s spectacular monuments at night are not to be missed. With stops at the Iwo Jima Memorial, FDR Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and more. Washington, D.C. is most beautiful after the sun sets.
During the 2-½ hour tour, the trolley will stop at the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial, FDR Memorial, and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial. You'll see the Capitol Building, the White House and more. As the tour journeys through the city, our knowledgeable conductors share amusing anecdotes, historical facts and even some spooky stories about ghostly sightings in the city.
At the end of the tour, we will return to the departure point for dropoff. See "Depature and Return Details" for more information.
The capital of the United States of America sits on the scenic Potomac River. Monuments, museums, and Americana characterize this historic city, which is located in the District of Columbia between the states of Maryland and Virginia.
This iconic American monument honors the 16th president of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was president during the American Civil War, and is most famous for the Emancipation Proclamation that freed all of the slaves in the US.
This memorial in Washington, DC serves as a place to remember the American soldier who were lost or killed during the tumultuous Vietnam War. Originally controversial in design, the simple memorial has become a shrine for the American people.
This memorial commemorates those who served for the United States in the Korean War. It is located south of the Reflecting Pool at the National Mall. The simple memorial is triangular in shape will a circle at the top.
Also known as the Iwo Jima Memorial, this iconic pavillion was dedicated by Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1954 in remembrance of members of the US Marine Corps who died in battle since the United States' founding in 1775.
The memorial to the great Martin Luther King, Jr. on the southwest side of the National Mall was opened in 2011. It depicts Dr. King standing as a "stone of hope" carved from a "mountain of despair."
(Outside Visit)The world-famous White House in Washington, DC is the official residence of the president of the United States and the place where most of the work is done. The facade of this neoclassical mansion is a global icon.
*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.
Departure Time: Daily at 7:30 pm from Union Station . Closed on 4th of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Narration by professional tour conductor(Level 2: semi-guided tour)
Taxes
Exclusions
Items of a personal nature
Food and beverages
Gratuities (optional)
Parking Information
Additional Notes
The tour makes three stops, at the MLK Jr. Memorial/ FDR Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial. The Lincoln Memorial stop also serves the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial and the Korean War Veteran's Memorial. MLK Jr. and FDR Memorials are the same stop.
Booth Location:
Union Station | 50 Massachusetts Ave NE | Washington DC 20001
Parking is available at Union Station.
Nearest Intersection: Massachusetts Ave. and 1st St. NE
It is highly recommended to bring bottled water along on the tour during the hot Summer months. Water can be purchased at Union Station prior to boarding for the tour. There are no opportunities during the tour to purchase water along the route.
Assistance animals, such as seeing-eye dogs, are the only animals that are allowed on board the trolleys.
Policies
Confirmation
Your ticket(s) will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please allow up to 8 hours to receive the confirmation. Your booking will be processed as soon as possible.
Redemption
For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher which is presented at the destination.
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Email.
Terms & Condition
24 hour notice is required to change or cancel tour.
All sales are final and attract 100% cancellation penalties.
Prices may vary subject to availability/season/weekend/holiday.
We reserve right to cancel a schedule to fully refund affected customers although we will make every effort to maintain the regular operation.