From NYC: Washington & Philadelphia Full Day Guided Tour

Name: From NYC: Washington & Philadelphia Full Day Guided Tour
Brand: GetYourGuide
Price: 115.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.63 (3854 reviews)

4.6 (3,854 verified reviews)

The U.S. Capitol reflected in the Capitol Reflecting Pool

The U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, the Iwo Jima flag-raising statue

Visitors on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial

Soldier statues of the Korean War Veterans Memorial

About This Experience

Two capitals in one very long day, for $115 per person. The coach leaves the Times Square area at 5:00 AM with a bilingual English and Spanish guide licensed in both Washington and Philadelphia.

In Washington you drive past the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery, spend 45 minutes at the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, visit the Lincoln Memorial, and stop outside the White House and on Capitol Hill, with an hour for lunch.

Philadelphia comes next: a guided walk through Old City to the Liberty Bell and past Independence Hall, and the Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The coach returns to Midtown in the evening, with drop-offs at Port Authority and Central Park West.

The same operator also runs this route as a private tour; with 4.6 from more than 3,800 reviews, this shared version is the budget way to see both cities.

Highlights

Washington and Philadelphia in one day: 4.6 from more than 3,800 reviews
45 minutes at the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial
Lincoln Memorial, White House and Capitol Hill stops
A guided walk through Philadelphia's Old City to the Liberty Bell
The Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
A bilingual guide licensed in both cities

What's Included

✓ Round-trip coach from New York City
✓ Bilingual English and Spanish guide, licensed in Washington and Philadelphia
✓ Guided sightseeing in Washington (about 2 hours 45 minutes)
✓ Guided walking tour in Philadelphia (about 1 hour 40 minutes)
✓ One hour of free time for lunch
✓ Evening drop-off at Port Authority or Central Park West

Not Included

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips

What to Bring

Cash
Your own child safety seat if travelling with young children

Good to Know & Caveats

The tour begins at 5:00 AM.
Commentary is bilingual, in English and Spanish.
Traffic can shorten the itinerary.
Guests under 18 must travel with an adult.
No pets and no smoking.

Meeting Point

Times Square area, Midtown Manhattan. The tour begins at 5:00 AM.

What Travelers Say

Rated 4.6/5 by 3,854 verified GetYourGuide travelers.

I had such a great experience traveling from New York to Washington with Carlos! He was incredibly friendly, professional, and made the journey so enjoyable. The drive was smooth, and we had a lot of fun along the way. I really liked his energy and personality. Thank you, Carlos, for making the trip so memorable! ⭐️
— Hind, September 1, 2026

Carlos was a fantastic tour guide! Besides being very friendly and engaging, he was extremely organized, knowledgeable, and professional. He made the entire tour enjoyable and interesting from beginning to end. I would definitely book another tour with him and highly recommend him!
— Gabrielle, August 30, 2026

Fantastic day packed with loads of impressive sights. Carlos’ enthusiasm was contagious, and I was really impressed at his knowledge and delivery. The tour is in Spanish and English so expect moments to feel rushed, and understandably most of the tour is stopping by places, taking a photo and moving on, but that was more than sufficient given the amount of content that was packed in. Thank you for a really great day!
— Christopher, September 5, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see Washington DC and Philadelphia in one day from New York?

Yes, on a 15-hour coach tour like this one, leaving at 5:00 AM. You get about 2 hours 45 minutes of guided time in Washington and 1 hour 40 minutes in Philadelphia.

Is there a private version?

Yes. The same operator runs a private Washington and Philadelphia tour with pickup from your Manhattan address.