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15 Best Cycling Tours In Washington DC

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The 15 best cycling tours in Washington, with what each one covers, what it costs and how long to set aside. A shortlist for planning real days on and off the National Mall.

15 Best Cycling Tours In Washington DC

Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour - The Bikes and Safety Setup That Make This Feel Easy
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Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour

1.Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour

Ride Washington DC’s National Mall and Potomac memorials in 3 hours. Flat route, Cannondale bikes, helmets, and a pro guide.

Most Popular 4.8

“Booked last minute as our walking tour got cancelled on us the day before. We are so glad it did, as this tour was fantastic and a great way to see the monuments. Big thanks to Noah, on his first tour as well who was great. Topped off with seeing Marine one land at the…”

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Washington DC: Monuments by Night Bike Tour - Meeting at 801 D St NW and getting ready to roll
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Washington DC: Monuments by Night Bike Tour

Washington DC Capital Sites Bike Tour - Meeting point and start-time reality: get there early and you’ll have a better ride
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Washington DC Capital Sites Bike Tour

3.Washington DC Capital Sites Bike Tour

Bike past DC’s top landmarks in two hours, with a guided ride, helmet and bikes included, plus fast history and real insider tips.

4.5

“Off the 2 hour tour 45 mins we waited for late comers .. toured for 30 and then were told to return to the end point on our own !”

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Customized Private Bike Tour of DC - The value equation: what you’re really paying for
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Customized Private Bike Tour of DC

4.Customized Private Bike Tour of DC

Private 3-hour bike tour of Washington DC with hotel pickup, snacks, and a custom route through the White House, Capitol Hill, and memorials.

5.0

“Great private bike tour of Washington DC monuments! Jeff is an excellent guide, with many great stories to tell about DC.”

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Monumental Electric Bike Tour - Meeting at 801 D St NW: smooth check-in beats chaos
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Monumental Electric Bike Tour

5.Monumental Electric Bike Tour

3-hour DC e-bike tour for $89. Ride the presidential route, hit iconic monuments fast, and learn from pros with small-group pacing.

4.5

“This is my second year in a row doing this with Joe. So what does that tell you? You’ll absolutely enjoy it I promise. I don’t lie I’m not a politician. 😉”

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Washington DC Cherry Blossoms By Bike Tour - The $65 value: what you get for two hours
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Washington DC Cherry Blossoms By Bike Tour

6.Washington DC Cherry Blossoms By Bike Tour

Guided 2-hour bike tour around DC’s Tidal Basin cherry blossoms, with stops at FDR, MLK, Jefferson Memorials, and Festival lanterns.

4.5

“The tour size was too large to be enjoyable as the tour guide was speaking, we couldn't hear anything she said since we were in the back of the pack (13 bike riders). Also, because it was so crowded (not the tour's fault), we were often getting cut off from our group, losing sight of…”

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Private Family-Friendly Bike Tour of DC - What’s included so you show up light (and ready)
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Private Family-Friendly Bike Tour of DC

7.Private Family-Friendly Bike Tour of DC

Private, family-friendly bike tour of DC with hotel pickup, kid-ready bikes or tag-alongs, and a guided loop of major memorials.

5.0

“We did a Family Bike trip with Jeff and it was an awesome experience. Our kids are ages 10, 8, and 5.5. The youngest rode a tag along with Jeff and was really enthusiastic about riding with the leader. He is used to a tag along so I would make sure your child is okay…”

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Bike Tour: Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, National Mall - Meeting at 801 D Street NW by the US Navy Memorial Plaza
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Bike Tour: Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, National Mall

9.Bike Tour: Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, National Mall

Easy 7-mile guided bike ride through Capitol Hill and the National Mall, with Smithsonian views, Lincoln Memorial stops, and photo tips.

4.6

“I enjoyed this three hour trip with our guide Cameron who was friendly and knowledgeable. We saw some very interesting sights. I found it a bit too slow and would have preferred a slightly faster pace or to have seen more but in all fairness there was a nine year old girl in our group…”

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Private DC Monuments at Night Bike Tour - Where the route shines: riding DC’s bike lanes after dark
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Private DC Monuments at Night Bike Tour

10.Private DC Monuments at Night Bike Tour

Private night bike tour in Washington DC with hotel pickup, included bikes and lights, plus flexible stops for iconic monument photos.

5.0

“Jeff is a rare combination of incredibly knowledgeable and fun. All four of us - veterans of many tours, Viator and otherwise - thought he is one of the best guides we’ve ever had, regardless of type of tour. He was a careful leader (important when biking around DC), and while he kept us on…”

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Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals - Picking Up at 801 D St NW: Quick Start, What to Bring
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Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals

11.Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals

Self-guided hybrid bike rental from the DC Wharf with helmet and lock. Ride the National Mall and Potomac trails your way.

4.5

“Customer service was amazing. They made the process so east and gave us great directions for our adventure.”

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Alexandria: Full-Day Bike Tour to Mt Vernon w/ Optional Boat - Mount Vernon Trail riding: mostly easy, with a few real-life details
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Alexandria: Full-Day Bike Tour to Mt Vernon w/ Optional Boat

12.Alexandria: Full-Day Bike Tour to Mt Vernon w/ Optional Boat

Ride Old Town Alexandria to Mount Vernon on the Potomac Trail, then self-explore Washington’s estate. Boat option ends at DC Wharf.

3.7

“Great ride but possibly to be approached with caution in 90 + degrees if you are more than middle aged and without a reasonable level of fitness. It’s about a 10-11 mile ride with a lot of ups and downs. Great fun if you are up for it though.”

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Washington DC: E-Bike Tour of the National Mall - The Route: From Capitol-Side Icons to the Lincoln Memorial
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Washington DC: E-Bike Tour of the National Mall

13.Washington DC: E-Bike Tour of the National Mall

Ride an e-bike across Washington DC’s National Mall in 3 hours, hitting major monuments fast with an expert guide and easy pedal-assist.

4.8

“riding the ebikes was great fun...never felt unsafe. only dislike was not enough time spent at the sites....the Roosevelt Memorial was so amazing and we ended up going back to it on our own so we could truly enjoy it and read all of the history.”

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Washington DC eBike Rental with Helmet and Handlebar Bag for 16+ - Meeting at 801 D St NW: A Pickup That Sets the Tone
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Washington DC eBike Rental with Helmet and Handlebar Bag for 16+

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

Rent an eBike with helmet, lock, and bag to cruise Washington DC’s monuments and trails at your pace for 2 to 9 hours.

4.0

“Wow these bikes were so nice!!! I could not imagine walking through the national mall so my friends and I decided to get e-bikes instead. They were so friendly at the shop and the e-bikes were really easy to use. They gave us recommendations of a route and we loved the ride. We saw many…”

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2 Hour Guided Bike Tour of Capitol Hill - The $55 Deal: Bikes, Helmet, and Electric Options (Real Value)
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2 Hour Guided Bike Tour of Capitol Hill

15.2 Hour Guided Bike Tour of Capitol Hill

Ride Washington DC’s Capitol Hill highlights in 2 hours with regular or electric bikes, helmets, and quick stops at iconic power spots.

5.0

“It was fun trip We loved it . Will come back again. The tour guide was well explained. Ryan was very nice.”

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