2 Hour Guided Bike Tour of Capitol Hill

5.0
(10 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Learn your civics by cycle on this 2 hour guided bike tour that takes you around Capitol Hill! Visit the three branches of the U.S. Government - Executive (White House), Legislative (Congress), and Judiciary (Supreme Country). See the Capitol Building from all angles and take a photo in front of the majestic Supreme Court Building.

Learn about the movers and shakers of American politics, past and present on Capitol Hill! You'll see where America's most important political decisions get made before cruising down Capitol Hill towards the most famous avenue in the city, Pennsylvania Avenue, where there is a special protected bike lane all the way to the White House! Where do presidents go out to eat? Where do foreign dignitaries stay when they come to DC? Who put the Capitol on that hill? Find out the answers and more!

Your guide will share insider anecdotes and fun facts as you explore! Attachments are available for children 12 months and older.

What's Included

Bicycle Bag
Helmet (Mandatory)
Use of bicycle
Gratuity

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
801 D St NW

We are located at 801 D Street NW, right by the US Navy Memorial Plaza

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    White House

    Stop at the White House - there's always something interesting going on! Learn about the history and some incredible inside facts! Maybe even get to see the President preparing to leave/ land.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Library of Congress

    Stop and learn about the history, as well as take some photos!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Supreme Court

    Learn where justice is served in the United States of America! The Supreme Court is one of the many iconic buildings in DC.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    U.S. Capitol

    The U.S. Capitol is the meeting place of the United States Congress - seating the Legislative branch of government. Learn more and take photos!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

    Stop by this new Eisenhower Memorial! Just built in 2020, it is located at the base of Capitol Hill.

    6 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    National World War I Memorial

    The new World War I Memorial is at Pershing Park and just opened in April of 2021! Stop and see the memorial commemorating the US Armed Forces in World War I.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Washington Monument

    One of the most picturesque towers of Washington DC, the Washington Monument is an obelisk within the National Mall, built to commemorate George Washington!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Also know as the General Grant National Memorial, this memorial is the official final resting place of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th president of the United States. Visit and learn more about the history!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    The National Archives Museum

    Home to the American Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, Bill of Rights, Emancipation Proclamation and more - this is a building of records that are fundamental the US.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    FBI Headquarters

    Visit the headquarters of the FBI, one of the Nation's most elusive buildings. Learn about the history and more!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We do not allow pregnant individuals that are over 7 months pregnant.
  • The bikes have a weight limit of 275 lbs.
Supplied by Unlimited Biking formerly Bike and Roll DC

Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Historical Tours
Bike Tours
Adventure Tours
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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