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Washington DC Monuments Bike Tour

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icon3 hours  (Approx.)
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iconOffered in: English
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Overview

See the historical sights of Washington DC with an up-close view of significant monuments on a bike tour by comfortable cruiser. Ride an easy route over flat terrain from the National Mall to the Potomac Tidal Basin and view DC landmarks including the Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial as you explore the attractions with a knowledgeable guide.
  • Washington DC bike tour of monuments and memorials
  • Hear anecdotes and history from a knowledgeable guide
  • Visit DC icons like Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial
  • Cruise through DC on a comfortable hybrid bike, customized to your size
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Comfort bike rental
Helmet
Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure Point

998 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA

Please meet at 998 Maine Avenue, Washington DC, 20024. We're on the corner of Maine Avenue and Blair Alley SW

Departure Time

2:30 PM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
At your selected departure time, meet your local guide and get fitted for a hybrid comfort bike near the National Mall, and embark on a bike tour of Washington DC's monuments and memorials.

Follow your guide at a leisurely pace over relatively flat terrain, using bike lanes that wind past notable historic landmarks in the dynamic capital. Stop en route to hear interesting facts from your guide about each site you visit, including the Washington Monument, a towering obelisk that honors the first US president.

Learn about the architectural features of the memorials along the Potomac Tidal Basin, including the stately Lincoln Memorial and Jefferson Memorial. Read the many famous quotes at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and note the more than 58,000 names on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, a tribute to men and women who served in the Vietnam War.

Check out the National World War II Memorial and more before you ride back to the starting point, where your tour concludes.
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Washington DC
Arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour time to check-in and be fitted on your bike. You'll meet your guide and go over a few safety rules and learn what to expect during your tour.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Tidal Basin
Ride along the Tidal basin on the way to the Jefferson Memorial
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Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Jefferson Memorial
Arrive at the Jefferson Memorial and hear a few facts about one of the most impressive monuments in DC. You'll have a chance to walk up the steps and check out Jefferson's bronze statue and enjoy the views across the Tidal Basin.
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
As we respect our memorials, we don't ride through the FDR Memorial, so you'll dismount and walk your bike through the impressive four "rooms" that represent the terms FDR served our country as president. There are some unique photo opportunities inside. And make sure that you stop to rub Fala's ears for good luck!
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Again, we don't ride inside the memorials, so you'll stop just outside and hear from your guide before taking a few minutes to walk into the MLK memorial through the "Mountain of Despair" to the Martin Luther King memorialized in the "Stone of Hope".
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Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Korean War Veterans Memorial
Like many of the memorials in DC, the Korean War Veterans Memorial holds many secrets of symbolism that you may never know if you visited on your own. Your guide will share a few facts that will just add to your awe of this impressive memorial. Remember: "Freedom Isn't Free".
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Lincoln Memorial
Some people say that a trip to Washington, DC isn't complete unless you see Honest Abe sitting in his place of honor overlooking the National Mall. Are Lincoln's hands are making sign language symbols of his initials "A" and "L"? See for yourself when you climb the steps up to the top after your guide shares some insight into the design of one of our most storied memorials.
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Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
You'll stop just outside the Vietnam Wall to learn about the design and thought behind this impressive tribute to a conflict that holds such a personal connection for so many of our guests. Some of the stories that our guides share will bring a tear to your eye.
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Duration: 7 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Vietnam Women's Memorial
The Vietnam Women's Memorial is dedicated to the women who served, most of whom were nurses.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Constitution Gardens
Ride through Constitution Gardens. We suggest returning to walk out to Signer's Island.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence Memorial
We'll ride by "Signer's Island" where the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence are memorialized with gold engravings of their signatures.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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National World War II Memorial
One of the newer memorials in DC pays tribute to those who served in World War II. Your guide will share some insight on the design and history before providing a few minutes to explore. You may even be able to see the only "authorized" graffiti on a DC memorial.
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Duration: 7 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Washington Monument
Have you ever noticed that the Washington Monument is actually two different colors? You'll learn why on your tour...along with several other fun facts about this iconic memorial to the United States first president. (Note: we do not go into the Monument)
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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White House
View the White House from the south side (there is no official "front" or "back"!) and learn how the the home of the president has changed over the years. Note: we will not go into The White House.
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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National Museum of African American History and Culture
Ride by Washington's newest Smithsonian museum. We highly recommend planning a visit!
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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National Museum of American History
Ride by the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. We recommend you make a visit to see icons like the infamous Woolworth's counter, Julia Child's kitchen, and the original Star Spangled Banner!
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Ride by the Natural History Museum. Plan your own visit to see the Hall of Gems!
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Smithsonian Institution Building
Also known as "Smithsonian Castle", this is the signature building and home to the Visitor's Center.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Smithsonian Institution Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
Ride by the Freer and Sackler museums, which focus on Asian art.
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Unlimited Biking Washington DC
Finish your back where you started at L'Enfant Plaza. Your guide will wrap up your tour and be happy to provide a few tips for the rest of your visit to our Nation's Capital.
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Pass By:  
Washington DC
Explore Washington DC, learn about the history and take photos!
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Tours begin on time, your tour check-in time is important. You must check-in 15 minutes prior to tour departure time. We can not guarantee we can accommodate late customers. Please OPEN your voucher and read directions, you may need extra time to find us if you are traveling during rush hour or on metro train on a weekend.
  • Tour may be canceled if the weather makes for dangerous riding conditions
  • Trailer carriages and trailer tandems are available for children not old enough or comfortable on their own bikes
  • To ride in a trailer carriage, children must be able to hold up their heads and wear a helmet
  • Please note that due to security at our location, we are unable to hold luggage while you are on tour.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • We reserve the right to outfit youth riders on equipment appropriate for their size and safety. If any of your riders are 4'4" or shorter, please make sure you've spoken to us once you've booked.
  • Late arriving participants risk forfeiture of their seats. Instead, guests may be offered a rental bike and/or rescheduled based on availability. Rescheduling fee may apply.
  • This tour covers approximately five miles of rider over three hours. It is appropriate for the casual exerciser.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Bike and Roll DC

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Learn more about cancellations.

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Traveler Tips

  • "If you are bringing kids (ours were between 10 to 11), then consider doing this monument tour instead of a guided bus monument tour." See review

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One stop shop
linda_m
, Sep 2021
So much history. Great way to learn about it and see it! Guide was very knowledgeable. Suggestion - keep your political views to yourself, we were not offended but I’m sure it will happen at some point with someone else. Otherwise it was excellent
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Best way to see D.C.
Adam_S
, Aug 2021
The whole tour was amazing. You’re able to see a ton of the historical monuments and memorials in such a quick and easy way. There was plenty of time to take them in and get some pictures. Our tour guide was super knowledgeable, personable, and made sure the group was happy at each location.
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Highly recommend this bike tour!
Ryan_R
, Aug 2021
This was an absolutely fabulous way to see the monuments! The tour was a tight 3 hours, we had plenty of time to explore each monument, our guide (Ignacio) was very knowledgeable and gave us lots of fun facts, and riding a bike was SO much better than trying to walk it all. We also loved that we were on a bike instead of a bus as we were able to enjoy the sunshine. Three hours was plenty of time to see monuments without feeling like it took up the whole day.
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Fun and hits important monuments
Carole_G
, Aug 2021
It was a really fund way to see a lot of important sights and monuments. A great way to engage kids into sightseeing.
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Highly recommend!
Reem_L
, Aug 2021
We really enjoyed our tour. It was a great way to see the sites and our tour guide, Emily, was wonderful!
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A great way to view the mall
George_C
, Aug 2021
Our guide was exceptional with knowledge and was so very helpful with our grandchildren. There was a heat advisory and she took great steps to make sure we were all comfortable. Our granddaughter was getting a little overheated and she loaned us her ice pack for her water. She answered so many questions and just made the tour fun.
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Fun rides
ErnieAvino
, Aug 2021
Truly a wonderful experience biking to see the monuments. Better and quicker than walking. Our guide was great!
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Monument Bike Tour - Guided by Paul
Kevin_M
, Aug 2021
Paul is a great guide! He was very knowledgeable and engaging. My family had a great time on the tour.
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Pedaling along the tidal basin
Daina_S
, Aug 2021
I loved peddling along the tidal basin! It was a fantastic way to see the monuments and save our feet. We had sufficient time to explore at each stop.
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Amazing
Regina_S
, Jul 2021
Emma was great! Very thorough and knowledgeable. She was very patient and her attentive as well. Definitely would choose her again!
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