Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour in Washington DC
Visit the three branches of the U. S. government - Executive (Whie House), Legislative (Congress) and Judiciary (Supreme Court). 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 to eat? Where to foreign dignitaries stay when they come to DC? Who put the Capitol on that hill? Find the answers to those questions and more! You'll also see the new Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial and get tips for visiting newly reopened Smithsonian museums. Your guide will share insider anecdotes and fun facts as you take in all the sights on this high energy two hour guided bike tour.
All the necessary equipment is provided - a great Cannondale bike rental (optional eBike upgrade available), a basket or bike bag, helmet, bike lock and map of the area. Other available options include double trailers for toddlers and tag-a-long attachments for young children. All the optional items involve additional cost on the day of the tour, payable direct to the bike outfitter.
Rates - including tax
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
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Adult Rate (Ages 13+, At Least One Must Be Age 18+): |
$44.00 |
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Child Rate (Ages 6-12, Must Be Able to Ride Bike Alone): |
$39.00 |
Tour / Activity Details
12:00 pm & 3:00 pm daily (through October 2022)
10:00 am & 2:30 pm daily (April through October 2023)
Check-in is at least 15 minutes before the tour departure time and tours depart promptly on time.
Minimum age is 6 for riding a bike. Maximum 15 persons per tour. Hotel pickup is not included; the meeting location near L'Enfant Plaza will be specified on your E-Ticket. Please order online or call us at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.
There is a $6.95 USD processing fee per order. This is a flat fee regardless of the number of tickets or tours purchased on an order. There is a service charge per ticket. This charge will be reflected on your summary before you checkout. The total shown at checkout includes any fuel surcharges, service charges and tax. There are no additional charges, unless otherwise specified.
Tour / Activity Policies
Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds. All sales are final.
Change Fee Policy: If changes are allowed on a tour or activity, a $20.00 per reservation change fee will be applied for any change to a reservation. Please note that some tours and activities do not allow any changes. Date changes can only be made only if we can confirm availability on the new date. While we cannot guarantee any changes can be made, all change requests must be submitted a minimum of 24 hours prior to the tour departure and must be handled on an individual basis through our Reservations Center.
Tour / Activity Description
Guest Requirements
- All guests must be able to ride a bicycle on their own (unless on attachments).
- Double trailers for toddlers and tag-a-long attachments for young children are available at additional cost payable the day of the tour (details to make those arrangements will be on your E-Ticket).
- No guest under the age of 18 will be provided a bike without an adult over the age of 18 present on the tour.
- You must bring one government-issued photo ID and a credit card in the same name, both to be held as a security deposit for the bicycle rentals during the tour.
Included
- 2 hour guided bike tour through some of the most iconic landmarks in Washington, DC
- Cannondale Bicycle Rental (eBike upgrade available at additional cost payable day of tour - details to make the arrangement on your E-Ticket)
- Helmet, Basket/Bike Bag, Bike Lock, Map of the Area
Not Included
- Food or Beverages
- Admission to any attractions
- Guide Gratuity
- Transportation to/from the meeting location
What You'll See
- Two hour guided small group (maximum 20 riders) tour of Washington, DC by a professionally licensed guide who will provide you with great service
- Stop at the famous sights of the Capitol building, Supreme Court building, Library of Congress
- Take photos at the Washington Monument, Ulysses S. Grant Memorial and more
- Stop and learn some history around the National Archives and FBI Headquarters
- Ride down Pennsylvania Avenue and get amazing views of the White House and Lafayette Square
Suggestions
- Dress for the weather
- Bring a bottle of water
- Don't forget your camera
Minimum age is 6 for riding a bike. Maximum 15 persons per tour. Hotel pickup is not included; the meeting location near L'Enfant Plaza will be specified on your E-Ticket. Please order online or call us at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.