Experience the iconic monuments and memorials of Washington DC on a guided bike tour. Get up close to famous sights like the Lincoln Memorial and explore the city in a unique and active way.
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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.
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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.
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial - As we respect our memorials, we don’t ride through the FDR Memorial, so you’ll dismount and walk your bike through the impressive four “rooms” that represent the terms FDR served our country as president. There are some unique photo opportunities inside. And make sure that you stop to rub Fala’s ears for good luck!
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial - Again, we don’t ride inside the memorials, so you’ll stop just outside and hear from your guide before taking a few minutes to walk into the MLK memorial through the “Mountain of Despair” to the Martin Luther King memorialized in the “Stone of Hope”.
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Korean War Veterans Memorial - Like many of the memorials in DC, the Korean War Veterans Memorial holds many secrets of symbolism that you may never know if you visited on your own. Your guide will share a few facts that will just add to your awe of this impressive memorial. Remember: “Freedom Isn’t Free”.
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Lincoln Memorial - Some people say that a trip to Washington, DC isn’t complete unless you see Honest Abe sitting in his place of honor overlooking the National Mall. Are Lincoln’s hands are making sign language symbols of his initials “A” and “L”? See for yourself when you climb the steps up to the top after your guide shares some insight into the design of one of our most storied memorials.
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial - You’ll stop just outside the Vietnam Wall to learn about the design and thought behind this impressive tribute to a conflict that holds such a personal connection for so many of our guests. Some of the stories that our guides share will bring a tear to your eye.
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Vietnam Women’s Memorial - The Vietnam Women’s Memorial is dedicated to the women who served, most of whom were nurses.
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National World War II Memorial - One of the newer memorials in DC pays tribute to those who served in World War II. Your guide will share some insight on the design and history before providing a few minutes to explore. You may even be able to see the only “authorized” graffiti on a DC memorial.
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Washington Monument - Have you ever noticed that the Washington Monument is actually two different colors? You’ll learn why on your tour…along with several other fun facts about this iconic memorial to the United States first president. (Note: we do not go into the Monument)
- Use of Bicycle
- Helmet (Mandatory)
- Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Discover monuments and memorials of historical significance in Washington, D.C. through a 3-hour bicycling tour guided by a knowledgeable companion. Journey around the National Mall and Tidal Basin, delighting in renowned sites, and take short pauses to step off and delve into attractions such as the Lincoln Memorial.
Our Monument tour involves crossing roads but does not include cycling on streets, making it an ideal choice for families and individuals who might be inexperienced with biking in a city setting.
Cycling allows you to cover more ground than walking or using a bus! If you have never embarked on a city tour on a bicycle, Washington, D.C. makes for a great starting point. We are confident that once you experience touring by bike, it will become your go-to touring method in all future city visits!
Please be aware that the ‘what to expect section’ offers a general itinerary; your actual tour may vary slightly depending on the events occurring in this bustling city on the day of your tour.
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
