Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour
Overview
Get to know the seat of US power on this 2-hour guided bike tour through Capitol Hill and downtown Washington, DC. It's a lively, fast-paced way to see all three branches of government in one ride.
Stop for photos at the US Capitol, the Supreme Court and the Library of Congress, then see the Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial and the World War I Memorial. Learn some history outside the National Archives and FBI Headquarters, then ride down Pennsylvania Avenue for views of the White House and Lafayette Square. Your guide shares insider stories and fun facts at every stop.
The route has some uphill sections, and e-bike upgrades are available for riders 16 and over. Your bike, helmet and bike bag are included, and kids' bikes, trailers and tag-a-longs are available on request.
Tours start at our store on D Street NW.
What's Included
- Bike Bag
- Helmet (Mandatory)
- Expedited check-in with Fast Track through the Unlimited Biking app
- Illustrated Map
- Bike Rental
- Fully guided two hour bike tour
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and beverages, unless specified
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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Smithsonian Institution Building
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
National Gallery of Art
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
U.S. Capitol
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Library of Congress
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Supreme Court
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Washington Monument
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
White House
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
National World War II Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The National Archives Museum
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
FBI Headquarters
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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.
- Double trailers for toddlers and tag-a-long attachments for young children are available at an additional cost upon request.
- Please note that due to security at our location, we are unable to hold luggage while you are on tour.
- Please note: the itinerary is subject to change based on traffic and other factors. The itinerary does not account for travel time.
- E-bike riders must be 16 or older. Children never ride e-bikes.
- 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 Shore Excursions 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).
- Expedited check-in with Fast Track through the Unlimited Biking app.
- Illustrated Map.
- Bike Rental.
- Fully guided two hour bike tour.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
- Food and beverages, unless specified.
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Washington DC: Best of Capitol Hill Bike Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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)
- Expedited check-in with Fast Track through the Unlimited Biking app
- Illustrated Map
- Bike Rental
- Fully guided two hour bike tour
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and beverages, unless specified
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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.
- Double trailers for toddlers and tag-a-long attachments for young children are available at an additional cost upon request.
- Please note that due to security at our location, we are unable to hold luggage while you are on tour.
- Please note: the itinerary is subject to change based on traffic and other factors. The itinerary does not account for travel time.
- E-bike riders must be 16 or older. Children never ride e-bikes.
- 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
