When the museums and federal buildings close, there are still great options of what to do in DC at night - but as a tour guide, I think night tours are one of the best options.
We suggest walking tours, because that is what DC by Foot does best - but we do offer bus tours to get to some further memorials.
Washington DC is perhaps best experienced through walking tours.
Although bus and boat tours will give you a unique perspective of many historically important memorials, most of these attractions can only be accessed on foot.
Some of our walking tours are even pay-what-you-want, which means there's no cost to join and you can pay whatever you want or could afford. We also offer specialized theme tours in the evening.
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BOOK ONE OF OUR NIGHT TOURS IN WASHINGTON DC
National Mall Tour
We offer this tour both day and night.
Yes, you can walk around the monuments at night but it's so much better with a tour guide!
You can visit the memorials as late as you'd like, though facilities close, the memorials are open 24/7.
With the exception of the Vietnam Veteran Memorial, the DC monuments are lit up at night.
A professional tour guide from DC by Foot knows the best way to visit the memorials at night.
It is safe to explore the National Mall after dark but our guides know the best-lit paths, how to find the best angles for great photos, and what unique aspects of each memorial may be hidden around the corners.
Our Memorials and Moonlight tour visits:
- Washington Monument from afar
- WWII Memorial
- DC War Memorial
- MLK Memorial
- Jefferson Memorial from afar
- Korean War Veterans Memorial
- Lincoln Memorial
(we do not visit the Vietnam Wall on our moonlight tour as it is best seen during the day, but we do talk about it in case any guests want to visit it on their own)
Lincoln Assassination
Hear the tale of Abraham Lincoln’s last days and discover the truth behind the plot to assassinate our nation’s 16th president.
Uncover the truth and find out what really happened on that night over 150 years ago.
Visit locations such as the National Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, and the Star Saloon to learn more about how it all went down.
Ghosts of Georgetown
Washington DC is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the United States, and there is a lot of history in the area of Georgetown.
Do the ghosts of our nation’s past still lurk on these streets?
Join us for this family-friendly night tour and visit a variety of historic locations as you hear some of the spooky tales that were born in this area.
Why take a night tour...
- Cooler weather in the summer: Washington, DC can be hot and humid but evening tours allow for nicer temperatures.
- Something to do after the museums close: Most museums in DC close at 530pm - but there are still hours of the day left to explore the city. Guided tours give you a chance to do that!
- A local guide and built-in group: As far as cities go, DC's touristy areas are generally safe, but by joining a tour you are with a large group of people and a knowledgeable guide who will make sure you don't get lost.
- Unique experiences: I mean, you won't see a ghost in Georgetown at 10 am!
- Beautiful sights: While the memorials are moving at any time of day, many of them have an extra special feel at night.
