Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour
Overview
See Washington DC's historical monuments and memorials up close and personal on a 3-hour bike tour with an informative guide. Cruise around the National Mall and the Tidal Basin to see some of the most famous sights, and take breaks to walk around and explore attractions like the Lincoln Memorial.
Our Monuments tour does cross streets but there is no street riding making it the perfect option for families and those who may not have ridden a bike in an urban environment.
On a bike, you're able to see so much more than on foot or on a bus! If you've never taken a city tour before, DC is a perfect city to give it a try. We know that once you've toured by bike, it will be the first thing you look for on your next trip to another city!
Please note that the "what to expect section" provides a sample itinerary and you may tour in a slightly different order based on what may be going on in this busy city on the day of your tour.
What's Included
- Bike Bag
- Helmet (Mandatory)
- Illustrated Map
- Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages
- Bike Rental
- Bike tour with licensed tour guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
701 D Street NW
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Washington DC
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jefferson Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lincoln Memorial
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vietnam Women's Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
National World War II Memorial
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Washington Monument
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- 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, and no taller than 4 feet
- 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 6 to 7 miles. It is appropriate for the casual exerciser.
- E-bike riders must be 16 or older.
- Please note, no customer under the age of 18 will be given a bike without an adult over the age of 18 present.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool DC customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bike Bag.
- Helmet (Mandatory).
- Illustrated Map.
- Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages.
- Bike Rental.
- Bike tour with licensed tour guide.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Washington DC: Monuments and Memorials Bike Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool DC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bike Bag
- Helmet (Mandatory)
- Illustrated Map
- Equipment for kids of all sizes and ages
- Bike Rental
- Bike tour with licensed tour guide
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- 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, and no taller than 4 feet
- 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 6 to 7 miles. It is appropriate for the casual exerciser.
- E-bike riders must be 16 or older.
- Please note, no customer under the age of 18 will be given a bike without an adult over the age of 18 present.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
