Washington DC Cycling Tours: The 5 We Would Book

1.Washington DC Sites at Night Guided Bicycle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 536 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65Our pick

Ride about four to five mostly easy miles past Washington DC’s best-known memorials after sunset. Guides such as Joe, Matt, Jose, Abby, and Shir share stories at the Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR, Vietnam, Korean War, and WWII memorials. Helmets, lights, reflective vests, bikes, water, snacks, and child equipment are included.

“Definitely a must for your visit! Best way to see the monuments. Joe was an awesome guide and took great care of us!”

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2.Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 399 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Ride from 801 D Street NW to Washington’s key memorials with an English-speaking guide. You’ll cover about four flat miles on a Cannondale comfort bike, stopping at the Jefferson, MLK, Korean War, Lincoln, Vietnam, World War II, and Washington Monument sites. Toddler trailers and tag-a-longs can be rented.

“The bike tour was AMAZING! Greg S was such a great tour guide. I am so happy I took this tour on the bike as opposed to other means because it was a great opportunity to see the city and become immersed in the culture of the city as they do a lot of bike riding. I would do this tour again and recommend it to others!”

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3.Monuments by Night Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 254 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Spend three hours cycling about four easy miles from the US Navy Memorial Plaza to DC’s best-known memorials. Guides such as Joe, Jose, Abby, and Sydney combine history with humor, while short stops let you walk inside the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. Bikes, helmets, reflective vests, and safety lights are included.

“Our tour was great. Our guide was really nice and knowledgeable.”

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4.Customized Private Bike Tour of DC

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) Top rated

Ride through Washington DC with a private cyclist-guide such as Jeff or Charlie, using bike paths and quieter streets to reach the White House, Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, and more. The route can match your interests and pace, with hotel pickup, bikes, gear, snacks, and water included.

“If there’s one thing you do while visiting DC with 11-year-old kids it’s Jeff tour. We spent the day with him and had truly the greatest time if we left the day after our trip to DC would be complete. He was patient knowledgeable, and wonderful company for the day. I can’t wait to book him again the next time we’re here.”

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5.Bike Tour: Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, National Mall

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 69 reviews · 2 hours · from $55Best value

Ride 7 easy miles through Washington, D.C., from Capitol Hill to the National Mall and Washington Monument. Your English-speaking guide points out the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, Archives, White House, Blair House, museums, and memorials. Bikes and mandatory helmets are included, with trailers and tag-a-longs available for young children.

“David tells passionately and impressed with his knowledge! We had the pleasure of spending a nice morning with him.”

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