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The 15 Best Bike Tours in Washington DC

21 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Flat, wide and closed to cars in places, the Mall is better on two wheels than on foot. These 15 cover the monument loops, the night rides and the towpath out to Georgetown, priced and timed.

Washington DC Sites at Night Guided Bicycle Tour - Check-In, Bikes, and Safety Equipment
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Washington DC Sites at Night Guided Bicycle Tour

Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour - Starting at 801 D Street NW
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Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour

2.Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour

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

See Washington DC’s major memorials by bike in three easy hours, with a guide, helmet, Cannondale comfort bike, and flat National Mall route.

“The bike tour is a great way to see certain monuments as they take a long time to walk between but no time on a bike. The route is flat which makes it accessible for all. Marcus was very informative, happy to take photos and gave us enough time to explore the monuments.”

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Washington DC Capital Sites Bike Tour - The Smithsonian Castle and National Gallery
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Washington DC Capital Sites Bike Tour

4.Washington DC Capital Sites Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

See Washington DC’s top monuments by bike in two hours, with local history, easy riding, family options, and practical tips for booking.

“David was a great guide. My bike kept changing to a lower gear. Then the chain came off. When I returned bike there appeared to be no attempt to fix the problem. Won’t be doing this again.”

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Monumental Electric Bike Tour - Pennsylvania Avenue, the Archives, and the White House
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Monumental Electric Bike Tour

6.Monumental Electric Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

See 14 Washington DC landmarks by e-bike in three hours, with a local guide, small groups, and useful tips for making the most of your ride.

“What a fantastic trip with Shane, we had six in our group plus another family of three for a total of nine bikes. We had a terrific time, every time we stopped Shane knew all the details, his explanation of each monument was exactly what we all were looking for. His can-do attitude, his knowledge of the city, his passion for history and his friendly nature all made the trip around the monuments the best. I can't imagine sitting in a car or bus and having the same experience we had.”

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Washington DC Cherry Blossoms By Bike Tour - Japanese Stone Lantern and the first trees
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Washington DC Cherry Blossoms By Bike Tour

7.Washington DC Cherry Blossoms By Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 88 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $65

Ride Washington DC’s cherry blossoms, memorials, and Tidal Basin with a guide, but plan carefully for crowds, weather, and peak bloom dates.

“We had a great ride with Aiden through DC stopping to see a few monuments as we took in the cherry blossoms at their peak. Interesting facts, a moderate pace, and good safety protocols. Aiden even quickly helped another bike group with a bike chain issue. Great service, great ride, great day!!”

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Private Family-Friendly Bike Tour of DC - The Capitol view and the long ride along the Mall
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Private Family-Friendly Bike Tour of DC

8.Private Family-Friendly Bike Tour of DC

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Ride past Washington DC’s major monuments with a private guide, family bike gear, hotel pickup, snacks, and a flexible three-hour route.

“Jeff was an awesome giude! Very knowledable about all of the different monuments and historical sites which made the tour fun and interesting. He went at a comfortably pace and we never felt rushed at any of the sites. I would highly recommend this tour to other families!”

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Bike Tour: Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, National Mall - Capitol Hill, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress
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Bike Tour: Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, National Mall

Private DC Monuments at Night Bike Tour - Pickup, equipment, and the first few minutes
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Private DC Monuments at Night Bike Tour

11.Private DC Monuments at Night Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.)

Ride Washington DC’s glowing monuments with a private guide, flexible stops, included bikes, and hotel pickup in a memorable night tour.

“Jeff was a very informative and energetic guide. He was very attentive to our biking needs and passionate about the local history.”

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Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals - Picking up your bike and getting oriented
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Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals

12.Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · 2 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $19Best value

Rent a hybrid bike in Washington DC for 2 to 9 hours and visit the National Mall, monuments, riverfront, and trails at your own pace.

“The bike rental went very smooth. There was a stand outside Union and the hand over of the bike happened in a few minutes. As such, I didn't lose any time and could enjoy the bike rental for pretty much the entire day. The people at the stand were very clear and answered all my questions without a problem. I'm happy I rented the bike with them because it gave me the opportunity to discover most if not all of the D.C. landmarks in one day.”

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Alexandria: Full-Day Bike Tour to Mt Vernon w/ Optional Boat - Following the Potomac toward Mount Vernon
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Alexandria: Full-Day Bike Tour to Mt Vernon w/ Optional Boat

13.Full-Day Bike Tour to Mt Vernon w/ Optional Boat

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 50 reviews · 390 - 450 minutes · from $74

Cycle from Alexandria to Mount Vernon on the Potomac, tour Washington’s estate, then bike back or cruise to Washington DC.

“From the beautiful, historic town of Alexandria, following level terrain along the Potomac river with some wooded sections with modest hills. This was a ride that we were able to do, even though my wife and I are aged 70, with histories of knee and hip surgeries, and our granddaughters ages 8 and 12. Ending with a tour of the home of George Washington and visit to the tomb of the first President and his wife. At the tomb, because of my military service, I was asked to read Washington's prayer to the nation and lead the visitors in the Pledge of Allegiance. Our granddaughters were asked to lay a…”

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Washington DC: E-Bike Tour of the National Mall - From the Capitol to Pennsylvania Avenue
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Washington DC: E-Bike Tour of the National Mall

14.E-Bike Tour of the National Mall

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 42 reviews · 3 hours · from $89

See Washington DC’s major monuments by pedal-assist e-bike on a three-hour guided tour from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial.

“Our family of four had a great time with Mark Z, who was very knowledgeable, organized and helpful. He answered all our questions and provided the historical facts of all the monuments we visited. Using the E-bike is a great way to see all the National Mall monuments comfortably in a short time, since some distances are quite long to walk. Highly recommended tour!”

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Washington DC eBike Rental with Helmet and Handlebar Bag for 16+ - Your route from the White House to the National Mall
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Washington DC eBike Rental with Helmet and Handlebar Bag for 16+

15.Washington DC eBike Rental with Helmet and Handlebar Bag for 16+

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 20 reviews · 2 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $42

Explore Washington DC by pedal assist eBike, from the White House to the monuments, with a helmet, lock, map, and handlebar bag included.

“So after spending hundreds of dollars on Viator Travel over the past month, I had to cancel ONE booking…simply ONE! Just ☝🏾…I was in DC, had to cancel a Washington DC e-bike rental due to the weather, they refused to reimburse me. I told them I had to cancel cause the weather was bad and didn’t want my kids riding under such weather conditions. REFUSED. So, because of the weather, that I have no control over, you’re not willing to accommodate? How disappointing. After years of using VIATOR, I definitely will NEVER be using them again. Once again, how disappointing. I guess they needed the money more than I did.”

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