Day Bike Tour

Highlights / General details

Whether you’re new to Washington DC or can already recite every word to “America, the Beautiful”, this tour has something for you! Our knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most poignant, fascinating and incredible stories about Presidents, Congress, memorials, parks, spies, and scandals. Our comfortable bikes and smooth route make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing. After 13 years of experience guiding hundreds travelers all over the world we have become the benchmark. Be sure to ride with us and make the most of your time in Washington, DC. Our Day Bike Tour is the perfect tour for both those new to the city and those locals looking to experience Washington, DC with minimal effort. For the newbies to DC, this tour will offer you a fantastic orientation and give you an opportunity to see virtually all of the sites you’ve read about. For the veterans and locals, we’re positive you’ll learn new facts and stories about Washington that you’ve never heard. And we’re sure you’ll both agree that two wheels is the best way to see the ‘Capital City’. White House: One of the most photographed building in the world and the greatest symbol of power. Every President except George Washington has lived in this Executive Mansion. Washington Monument: The pinnacle structure dedicated to the founder of our country, George Washington. The centerpiece of the National Mall. Jefferson Memorial: Dedicated to our Third President, this striking memorial looks eerily similar to his house down in Virginia. Hear about the trouble caused when President Roosevelt tried to get a better view of it. United States Capitol: The government moved to “Jenkins’ Hill” in 1800 and the building has been in constant development ever since. The dome itself can hold the entire Statue of Liberty standing up. Lincoln Memorial: A temple built on the edge of the Potomac River dedicated to the 16th President. It has been at the center of the Civil Rights movement for nearly a century. Smithsonian Castle: Established by British scientist, James Smithson who sent his fortune in 100 bags of gold for "the increase and diffusion of knowledge", this building is the first endowment of the Smithsonian Institution which has grown to 15 buildings and complexes. National Galleries of Art: Pieces from the world’s finest artisans over the last 3 centuries are found can be found in the only non-Smithsonian Museum on the National Mall. See the site of one of the Presidential Assassination most people have never heard of! As well as... Vietnam Memorial WWII Memorial Korean Memorial Old Executive Office Building The National Mall

Inclusion

Guided Tour, Bike and Orientation session

Hours of operation

Available Daily January through February and December: 1:30pm only March through November: 9:30am and 1:30pm Closed January 1, July 4, November 28, December 24 & 25

Duration

Approximately 3 hours

Location Departs from 502 23rd Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037

Participant restrictions

Anyone suspected of being under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted
to ride. Unfortunately, pregnant women will not be permitted to participate.

Location

Departs from 502 23rd Street, NW, Washington, DC 20037

Participant restrictions Anyone suspected of being under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted
to ride. Unfortunately, pregnant women will not be permitted to participate.

Policies Anyone suspected of being under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted to ride, and will not be refunded. Insurance requires that Capital City Bike Tours/Bullfrog Bike Tours pre-authorize $500 on a credit card. Please have clients bring any credit card with them for this deposit. Each member of the party will be required to complete and sign a liability waiver form.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation