Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Smithsonian Institution Building

  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
• 2
  National Gallery of Art

  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
• 3
  U.S. Capitol

  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
• 4
  Library of Congress

  The Library of Congress sits just east of the Capitol Building.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Supreme Court

  From the east side of the Capitol, you'll see the Supreme Court.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

  Ride past Natural History - we recommend going to see the Hall of Gems and the Hope Diamond!

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Washington Monument

  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
• 8
  White House

  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
• 9
  National World War II Memorial

  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
• 10
  Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

  Visit this new memorial and learn about the infamous Dwight Eisenhower!

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  Ulysses S. Grant Memorial

  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
• 12
  The National Archives Museum

  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
• 13
  FBI Headquarters

  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

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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.
• Please note, attachments such as double trailers and tag-a-long bikes are not permitted on this tour for safety reasons.

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