Washington DC Monuments Bike Tour

See Washington DC’s historical monuments and memorials up close and personal on a 3-hour bike tour with an informative guide. Cruise around the National Mall and the Tidal Basin to see some of the most famous sights, and take breaks to walk around and explore attractions like the Lincoln Memorial.

Our Monuments tour does cross streets but there is no street riding making it the perfect option for families and those who may not have ridden a bike in an urban environment.

On a bike, you’re able to see so much more than on foot or on a bus! If you’ve never taken a city city tour before, DC is a perfect city to give it a try. We know that once you’ve toured by bike, it will be the first thing you look for on your next trip to another city!

Please note that the “what to expect section” provides a sample itinerary and you may tour in a slightly different order based on what may be going on in this busy city on the day of your tour.

Arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour time to check-in and be fitted on your bike. Unlimited Biking is located at 701 D Street NW Washington DC 20004.

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.

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!

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”.

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”.

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.

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.

The Vietnam Women’s Memorial is dedicated to the women who served, most of whom were nurses.

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.

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)

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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 tag-a-longs are available for children not old enough or comfortable on their own bikes. For safety, these can’t be attached to electric bikes.
• To ride in a trailer carriage, children must be 12 months and able to hold up their heads and wear a helmet
• 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.

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• Use of Bicycle
• Helmet (Mandatory)
• Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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We are located at 701 D Street NW, right by the US Navy Memorial Plaza
• Tours depart on time. Check in 15 mins before tour time.
• Dress for the weather

Please bring one government-issued photo ID to be retained as a deposit for all rentals and a credit card to be kept on file for the security of the bikes.

For your safety and the safety of the group, all tour participants are required to wear the provided helmets for the duration of the tour

Please email sales@unlimitedbiking.com with any questions or concerns.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Unlimited Biking formerly Bike and Roll DC.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 735 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.