Take the New York to Washington D.C. bus tour and explore the many great sights of the capital within a short period of time. This Washington day trip from New York is a great opportunity to add another impressive city to your itinerary. Explore the highlights of the country’s capital and return to New York by the end of the day.
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What do you see during the Washington day trip from New York?
On the day trip from New York to Washington DC by bus, you’ll see a lot of the capital in a very convenient way.
The bus picks you up at Port Authority Bus Terminal early in the morning. Be sure to have some breakfast beforehand and bring plenty of water and snacks with you for the ride.
The bus route takes you through the states of New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland before arriving at its destination: Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
Visit Arlington Cemetery and Lincoln Memorial
You’ll visit the Arlington Cemetery and the grave of the former president, John F. Kennedy. Throughout the tour, the guide describes the history and facts of the nation’s capital.
You will see the great Lincoln Memorial as well as the memorials commemorating the soldiers of the Vietnam and Korean wars. Continue on to visit the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, where you’ll see the largest collection of historic space and aircraft in the world. (If the Air and Space Museum is inaccessible, you’ll visit the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History instead.)
See the Capitol and the White House
The tour also heads to the Capitol, where the U.S. Congress meets. Of course, you’ll also see the White House, the residence and workplace of the President of the United States. Finally, the bus will embark on a last tour of the city, so have your cameras ready to snap the views.
During this day trip, you will drive through 5 different states: New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia. You’ll be back in New York in the early evening, usually around 20:00, but it can be later due to traffic, so don’t plan anything for that evening.
If you have a few more hours to spare, you can also add Philadelphia sightseeing to your day. Do the two capitals in one day by choosing this day trip to Washington D.C. and Philadelphia.
Practical Information
After purchasing, you will receive a voucher that you can print and use as your ticket, or show as a mobile ticket on your phone.
- Duration: 11 to 13 hours
- Departure Point: Port Authority Bus Terminal (42nd Street, between 8th and 9th Avenue)
- Departure Time: 06:30
- Accessibility: The tour is wheelchair accessible
- Note: Bring your passport, as that is required to enter Arlington Cemetery.
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