Washington DC Monuments Bike Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Use of Bicycle

Helmet (Mandatory)

Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Washington DC

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.

15 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Jefferson Memorial

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.

5 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Bike Tour, eBike Option (16+)

Pedal Assist eBike: This option is for riders 16+ Enjoy a 3 hour guided bike tour of Washington DC on our high quality eBikes!

Bike Tour, Regular Bikes

Standard Bike: Enjoy a 3 hour guided tour of Washington DC on our high quality bikes!

Reviews

4.76

808 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

701

Biking Tour with Biking Unlimited
West M,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This biking tour was absolutely amazing!! I highly recommend doing this tour especially if it is your first time visiting the National Mall in D.C. The tour lasts for about 3 hours and you stop at various monuments and memorials along the way for photos and to explore. Each stop lasts about 10 to 20 minutes and the tour guide gives you info about the stop before giving you time to explore and take pictures. On my tour we stopped at these places on the National Mall: Washington Monument, South Lawn of White House, World War 2 Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial. My tour guide from Unlimited Biking was Tim. Great tour guide. If you get him, he will give you a great tour. Make sure to leave him a good review. He also accepts tips as well.
Excellent way to see the monuments!
Jeremy R,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fantastic Way to See the Monuments! We had an amazing time on this bike tour. The bikes were in excellent condition and easy to ride, making the experience smooth and enjoyable. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, adding a lot of interesting context to the sights. Despite the heat, the breeze from riding made the weather much more bearable. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see the monuments efficiently and enjoyably!
Standard bike tour with e-bikes at e-bike price.
Angela K,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Tour guide Abby was fantastic. The reduced stars are due to the fact that we were placed on a regular bike tour when we paid an e-bike tour. Due to the pace of the tour we basically did not use the e-bike options. We were left with paying more for peddling a heavier bike. The e-bikes were not in great shape, one lacking a functional kickstand and the other lacking front brakes. The tour was also very large, 12 people, making it difficult to cross streets within the allotted time.
It is really really fun...
Paul D,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It is really really fun but they should add more time to the FDR memorial, because we didn’t have enough.
fun, nice exercise!...
Shiho F,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00
fun, nice exercise! It can efficiently travel around major buildings and places in the capital. Even elementary school children can participate if they can ride a bike, and parents and children can enjoy it. The guides are polite and kind. I was able to move my body and enjoyed sightseeing very comfortably.