2 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
Washington DC is full of historical sites and while it’s easy to explore on foot or by bus, this 2-wheel tour option gives travelers access to some of the city’s most popular landmarks. Check out the Lincoln Memorial, White House, Supreme Court and the Capitol on this Capital Sites Bike Tour. Your friendly guide shares plenty of history, facts, and city knowledge on this easy bike ride through the nation’s capital.
Stop outside of the original Smithsonian, known as “The Castle” and here some interesting facts about the founder of DC’s renowned museum institution. (We do not go into The Castle)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
We’ll pass between the East and West side of the National Gallery and see the mini glass pyramids erected by the same designer as the Louvre. (We do not go into the museum)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Cycle up and around to the east side of the Captiol Building. Learn a bit about the place where the House and the Senate convene. It’s a site to behold! This is a great opportunity for a photo! (We do not go into the Capitol)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
The Library of Congress sits just east of the Capitol Building.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
From the east side of the Capitol, you’ll see the Supreme Court.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ride past Natural History – we recommend going to see the Hall of Gems and the Hope Diamond!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Did you notice that the Washington Monument is two colors? Your guide will tell you why…and more! (We do not go into the Monument)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
We view the White House from the south side. Did you know that there is no “front” or “back”? Your guide will tell you about some of the renovations that various Presidents’ made during their terms of service. (Note – we will not enter The White House)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
There is symbolism in all of the prominent features of the World War II Memorial. Learn about the significance of the pillars, the stars, and the Pavilions. Ask you guide to point out the only “graffiti” on any memorial on the National Mall.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Visit this new memorial and learn about the infamous Dwight Eisenhower!
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
An American military officer who became the 18th president of the United States, Ulysses S. Grant has a memorial where his body is laid to rest.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The museum of records is an independent agency of the US government that holds over 13.28 billion pages of textual records!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Visit the FBI Headquarters, home to one of the most important organizations in the United States. Stop and learn about some of the things that they do!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free