Washington, DC, Bus Tours: Popular DC Attractions In Spring 2018

Spring is the nicest time to visit the nation’s capital, for a number of reasons. The cherry blossoms are in bloom after winter, and all kinds of activities and attractions welcome visitors on holiday, spring break and school trips. If you’re visiting in spring, DC Trails has a number of bus tours in Washington, DC geared towards helping you take full advantage of the festivities on offer. Here’s a short list of things you can see and do on your trip:

• Try a Hop On Hop Off Tour

The best way to check out as many attractions and activities as possible, these tours cover the top neighborhoods, museums, and memorials, allowing you to decide how much time you want to spend at each of them. It’s great for families and those who have specific things they would like to see. Best of all, our buses are climate-controlled and extremely comfortable.

• Visit George Washington’s Mount Vernon

The home of America’s first President gives you great insights into what our country was like in the eighteenth century. The place has been carefully restored and lets you visit its beautiful gardens, spend time inside its stunning rooms and even stop by historic spots like the slave quarters.

• Ride the Capital Wheel

This revolving observation deck is 180 feet tall and gives you the best possible views of the DC Metro area. If you like photography, it’s hard to find better views anywhere else in the city.

• Madame Tussauds DC

You don’t have to be rich and famous to get a photograph taken with some of the most celebrated people on Earth. This iconic landmark houses wax models of presidents, movie and pop stars, along with a host of other famous people.

• National Cherry Blossom Festival

Usually held between March and April, this month-long celebration of the city’s gorgeous cherry blossoms also offers visitors a number of activities, including a parade!

• Lots more history

Stop by the Lincoln Memorial, FDR Memorial or Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial. Watch and listen as the most important moments in America’s history suddenly come to life.

Ask the DC Trails Team for Recommendations

There are a lot more attractions and activities lined up for Spring 2018 in the city of Washington. For more information, check out upcoming DC Trails bus tours to find one you like. Try our hop on hop off tours, our twilight tour, or ask our team for suggestions. Contact us for answers to any questions you might have.