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Monuments by Moonlight Night Tour in Washington, DC

Old Town Trolley Tours Washington DC • 1001 E St. NW • Washington, DC 20001

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The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. is illuminated at night under a cloudy sky.

Night view of Washington, D.C. landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the illuminated U.S. Capitol in the background.

United States Marine Corps War Memorial at dusk, showing soldiers raising an American flag, with the Washington Monument and Capitol visible in the background.

A neoclassical building with columns is illuminated at night, with a person standing in its entrance and a bright light visible in the sky above.

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About Monuments by Moonlight Night Tour

Overview

Hop aboard the Old Town Trolley for a fully-narrated Monuments by Moonlight Night Tour with panoramic views of the nation's capital. The tour includes stops at the Iowa Jima, FDR, Lincoln, Vietnam Veterans, Korean War, Vietnam Veterans, and Martin Luther King, Jr. memorials.

up to 2.5 hrs 1 or more people

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Tour duration: approximately 2.5 hours.
Live narration from expert local guides.
Includes stops at the Iwo Jima, FDR, Lincoln, Vietnam Veterans, Korean War, and Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorials.
Trolley departs from the Washington Welcome Center in Lincoln Square.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to tour departure time.
Family-friendly; free admission for children 4 and under.
Tour runs rain or shine—dress accordingly.
Wheelchair-accessible trolley available with at least 24-hour request.
Restrooms available at designated stops.

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The Washington Monument stands illuminated at dusk, with a vivid pink and purple sky in the background and city lights beginning to appear.

The White House is illuminated at dusk with the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial visible in the background.

Description

When the sun goes down, DC turns into a different city and Old Town Trolley Tours knows just how to show off the Capitol City at night! Experience the sights and sounds of this truly magnificent city at night with experienced tour guides aboard the Washington DC Monuments by Moonlight tour by trolley.

Be transported back in time as you ride along the same streets presidents traveled, and hear historical tales and anecdotes about the city’s fascinating history, such as The Curse of the Hope Diamond and its legacy of death and despair and the Medal of Honor winner who donated his amputated leg to a museum and often visited it!

On board, you'll see some of the city's most popular monuments such as the Capitol Building, the White House, and the Washington Monument. The tour stops at the MLK Jr. Memorial/ FDR Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, and the Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial. The Lincoln Memorial stop also serves the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial and the Korean War Veteran's Memorial allowing you to see these sights in a different light. The MLK and FDR Memorials are the same stop.

Climb aboard Monuments by Moonlight for a new view of the city and all it is famous for. Tour departs from the Washington Welcome Center at 1001 E St. NW.

Monuments by Moonlight Night Tour Reviews

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0darrenb

Matawan, New Jersey

"Not worth it"

Reviewed December 01, 2025 NEW

100% not worth it. We paid $120 for 2 tickets. Driver said next bus would come in 30 minutes. It didn’t come for over 45 minutes. The map was not correct. Two stops on the map didn’t happen. We were two couples and paid $240 total. Would have been better just taking Ubers to each location

371haydenh

"Unhelpful information given"

Reviewed November 25, 2025 NEW

In our experience, the map dictating the trolly stops was inaccurate. This caused us to miss the trolly several times. Even after attempting to contact customer service, the information given was wrong once again. Additionally, the drop off locations were still quite far from the attractions. This was not worth our time or money and left our family unsatisfied.

A5379NRadamj

"Very kind people and amazing tour!"

Reviewed November 07, 2025

Absolutely amazing experience and worth what you pay! I was skeptical of the price at first but Sarah really sold me on it! She was externally kind, patient, and helpful! My driver was Birdie, was very knowledgeable and friendly, she went above and beyond making my experience memorable. Would love to bring my friends and family along on a tour in the future! Highly recommend, and thank you guys!

dinab943

Birmingham, West Midlands, England

"Best Value Trolley tour for visiting Washington."

Reviewed September 30, 2025

The most amazing trolley tour where you have a sticker which you wear so you can get on and off all day. The staff are really informative and always willing to help and answer any questions. Trollies are frequent with one along quite frequently and they stop near places to eat especially at the Arlington pick up stop to go to the monument and cemetery.

sophiez273

"Stops are not clearly marked"

Reviewed July 30, 2025

The tour advertises itself as a circular route where you can start at any of the stops. We chose to start at the nearest stop to our hotel. We looked at the map and went to the location marked on it. There was no signage to indicate where the stop might be. We then tried the next nearest stop. Again there was no signage but we waited in the spot marked on the map. After some time, a bus went past and stopped a significant way down the street where we were unable to get to it in time. In the end we had to take the metro to the first stop. When we were on the tour, the bus would stop in a place were there was no signage. This meant you had to get back on there rather than skip a stop as otherwise you would never find where you were meant to catch it. An accurate map needs to be made if it is to be advertised as a tour you can start anywhere, or signs at the stops like other companies do. They could even use what3words to help accurately pinpoint the stops.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Monuments by Moonlight Night Tour

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.

Where does the tour depart from?

Monument by Moonlight Night Tour departs nightly from the Washington Welcome Center, 1001 E St NW, Washington, DC 20004.

What languages are the tours in?

The tour is in English.

Is the trolley wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the trolley is wheelchair accessible with advance notice. Please call Old Town Trolley using the number on your e-ticket at least 24 hours before your tour to confirm arrangements.

Is there a place for me to put my stroller?

A dedicated space is available on the trolleys for strollers and folding wheelchairs.

Are food and drinks allowed on the tour?

Food and drinks are welcome. However, alcoholic beverages are not allowed.

Is the trolley enclosed and climate-controlled?

Yes, the trolley is enclosed and comfortable for evening weather.

Are the trolleys air-conditioned?

No, the trolleys are open-air vehicles with windows that can be opened and closed as needed. With the cold nighttime air and temperatures, it is recommended that passengers bring a jacket.

Are the trolleys heated?

Yes. During the wintertime, heated trolleys are glass-enclosed specifically for the colder weather.

Are there restroom breaks during the tour?

Yes, select stops have public restrooms available.