Daily
3 hours
April-October: 10am and 2:30pm
November-March: 10am
The tour ends at the starting point
The American capital city’s most popular attractions are easily accessible by bike. Pay homage at the final resting places of America’s heroes down the centuries. Visit the monuments and memorials on the National Mall and Potomac Tidal Basin. See the Washington Monument, Vietnam Memorial, World War II memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and more.
Get off the bike and walk around and explore the enduring landmarks of American history up close and at your leisure. There will be great photo ops, so keep your camera handy!
The tour route covers about 3-4 miles and is suitable for everyone with a basic level of fitness, don't miss the fantastic tour - book today!
For this Bike Tour of Washington DC’s Monuments, make your way to the National Mall, 998 Maine Avenue SW, North Building, Suite 905, Washington, DC 20024.
You will receive your bike, helmet (mandatory for children, ages 16 and under), comfort hybrid, a handlebar bag, snacks and bottled water. Each tour begins with a safety and bike usage talk. The tour route takes place on paths, trails, and sidewalks.
Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, set out to explore the famous presidential and war memorials and monuments of Washington DC city along the National Mall and along the Potomac Tidal Basin. You will cover about 4 miles on this easy bicycle tour.
The biking tour will stop frequently for information and photo opportunities.
Highlights of the tour include:
• The Washington Monument: This obelisk is dedicated to the founder of America, George Washington and is the centerpiece of the National Mall. It is the tallest free standing masonry structure in the world.
• Lincoln Memorial: An enduring symbol of American freedom, the Lincoln memorial is a monument honoring the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The pristine white building is modeled on a Greek temple. Inside is a large sculpture of Abraham Lincoln seated in a chair.
• Vietnam Memorial: The Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors the men and women who served in the Vietnam War. Its main monument, known as 'The Wall' is the most visited memorial in Washington.
• WWII Memorial: This is one of Washington D.C.’s newest monuments. The National World War II Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces during the war and the 400,000 Americans that died in that war. It is flanked by two of Washington D.C.’s most notable structures – the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial.
• Jefferson Memorial: Modeled along the lines of the Pantheon in Rome, this tribute to Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, is located at the south side of the Tidal Basin. It is dominated by a neoclassical dome with a portico in the center of a manmade lake. The lake is surrounded by cherry trees, a gift from the city of Tokyo to the city of Washington in 1912. It is one of the most photographed sights in Washington, especially when the trees are laden with cherry blossoms.
At the end of this memorable experience, return on your bike to the starting point, where your tour ends.
Helmets are mandatory for children, ages 16 and under. Children's trailer tandems and burley trailers are available at extra cost. Please indicate which child attachment will be needed when calling the local activity operator to confirm availability
The tour may be cancelled for safety concerns such as high winds, thunderstorms, excessive heat or cold, or other severe conditions. In the event of such a cancellation, you may either reschedule or request a full refund.
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