Washington DC Family Bike Tours
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Washington, DC & Alexandria, VA Bike Tours

Bike and Roll offers the most entertaining and informative bike tours and Segway tours of Washington DC. We are also the only official bike tour of the National Cherry Blossom Festival! Learn about the sites, history and stories behind the National Mall and surrounding area! There is no better way to get up close and personal with all the great sites that Washington, DC and Alexandria, VA have to offer than from the seat of a bike or a Segway. Come and explore with us!

  • Bicycle tours are conducted on our Trek comfort hybrid bikes (sorry no tandems on tours)
  • Daily guided bike and Segway tours are offered from mid-March to mid-December
  • Reservations are recommended but walk-ups are always welcome!
    (we recommend checking availability before arriving)
  • Tour groups are limited to a maximum of 15 riders to ensure a safe and personal experience
  • Private tours and group tours are available with advance notice
 

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NEW! Sites by Segway reserve-now

Segway the Sites with Bike and Roll Washington DC! This Segway tour will be an overview of the National Mall from the Capitol to WWII including the north side of the White House, some fun off-the-Mall spots, and a ride down Pennsylvania Avenue. We can accommodate groups up to 8 people. Must be at least 16 years old to participate. (Min. weight 100lbs, max 260lbs). For more information please call our National Mall location at 202-842-2453. 

Click here to watch our new Segway tour video!

"Rachel, our guide, was absolutely fantastic, making sure that I was OK before we left on our adventure. This was really something unique to do while getting a full personal tour of main sites."

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Time: 2.5 hours
Distance: 6 Miles
Level: Easy
Adults: $59
Kids: NA

Departure (2013):
9:30am, 1:30pm, and 6:00pm
 
Limited tours offered all winter; please see our reservations page for availabilty or call for private group bookings

National Mall location only
 
Closed Thanksgiving: Nov 28
 

Capital City Bike Tours
Capital Sites Bike Tour reserve-now
Experience Washington, DC’s history and culture by bike. This tour provides an overview of the city as you bike to and learn about the major sites on and around the National Mall and Capitol Hill, including the Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Smithsonian Museums, World War II Memorial, the Washington Monument, and more. Learn about interesting exhibits, local events, and practical touring tips from your guide. A great way to plan for the rest of your trip!
“Our tour guide was friendly and enthusiastic. It was the best way to take in the Mall and helped me orient myself for further siteseeing. The bikes were comfortable and well tuned, and the leaders were friendly. They helped me make some other tourist plans and find a lunch spot.”

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Time: 3 hours
Distance: 7-8 Miles
Level: Easy
Adults: $40
Kids: $30

Departure (2013):
March 9 – Dec 8
Daily From National Mall: 10:00am

April 15 - Dec 8
Sa/Su
From Union Station: 2:00pm

Closed July 4 & Nov 28

 

Bike the Sites of the Nations Capital
Capital Sites@Nite Bike Tour reserve-now

You'll love the evening version of our Capital Sites tour! The stories are interesting, the illuminated views are fabulous, and you’ll be amazed at how much ground you can cover as evening falls in Washington, DC. You’ll see many of the memorials (Washington, World War II, Korean War, Vietnam Veterans and Lincoln) as well as the White House, the National Gallery of Art and the Smithsonian Institute. 

“We went to all of the monuments during the day, but seeing them at night should be a must do item. The routes we went on were very safe and our tour guide was knowledgeable and told us interesting information about each monument. It was one of the highlights of our trip!”

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Time: 3 hours
Distance: 7-8 Miles
Level: Easy
Adults: $45
Kids: $35
 
Departure (2013):
May 25-Aug 25 
Daily From National Mall:
6:00pm

Closed July 4
 

Tours the Monuments on the National Mall
Monuments Bike Tour reserve-now
Freedom, fun, monuments, and a breeze. This tour covers the monuments and memorials on the National Mall and Potomac Tidal Basin. See the Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, the new Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, and more. This tour also gives you the chance to walk around and explore the memorials in depth. There is a lot to see but we’ll get you there in this leisurely yet efficient tour.
“If you're touring DC with kids, this is a GREAT way to introduce them to DC's "Greatest Hits" in 3-4 hours. My kids (ages 10 and 9) managed the bicycles very easily, had a great time, and actually learned something! The ride itself was quite easy and relaxing for all ages.”

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Time: 3 hours
Distance: 4 Miles
Level: Easy
Adults: $40
Kids: $30
 
Departure (2013):
March 9 - Nov 2
Daily: 2:30pm 
 
Nov 2 - Dec 
Daily: 2:00pm
 
April 15 - Aug 25
Fr/Sa/Su/Mo: 9:30am
 
National Mall Location Only
Closed July 4 & Nov 28
 

Bike DC Monuments at Night
Monuments@Nite Bike Tour reserve-now
Join us as we pedal toward the setting sun ... there’s no better way to spend an evening in Washington! This evening tour takes you to the National Mall and Potomac Tidal Basin when the monuments are less crowded, the air is cooler, and the views are magnificent. Explore the new WWII memorial, Vietnam War memorial, Jefferson, Lincoln, FDR memorials, the new Martin Luther King Jr memorial, and more. Riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.
“Our family's favorite part of our D.C. visit. Our 9 and 10 year old boys were easily able to participate. After biking the short distance to each monument, our fabulous tour guide, Liz, provided us with some background. The best part was seeing monuments while they were lit up at night.”

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Time: 3 hours
Distance: 4 Miles
Level: Easy
Adults: $45
Kids: $35
 
Departure (2013):
March 23-Nov 2
Daily From National Mall:
6:30pm

May 25-Aug 25
Daily From National Mall:
7:00pm

Closed July 4

 

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NEW! Monuments River Ride reserve-now
Start your scenic journey from Old Town Alexandria, riding along the Mount Vernon Trail as you make your way into DC to tour our nation's most revered monuments and memorials. Get a chance to peruse the sites up close, as you learn about the Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, the new Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, and more. Come view the beauty of the capital on this thorough tour!
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Time: 4 hours
Distance: 16 Miles
Level: Moderate
Adults: $45
Kids: NA
 
Departure (2013):
Starting May
Sa/Su: 9:30am
 
Alexandria Location Only
Closed July 4 & Nov 28
 

Mount Vernon Bike Tour
Mount Vernon by Bike and Boat reserve-now
24-hour Advanced Reservation Required 
Start in Alexandria and cycle to George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate. In the afternoon, board the Miss Christin for a narrated boat cruise back to Old Town. Price includes bike rental/bike pick-up, admission to Mt. Vernon, and return boat ticket. Boat departs Mt. Vernon at 4:00pm; arrives in Alexandria at 5:30pm. We recommend departing Alexandria by 11:00am. Space is limited and 24-hour advance reservation required. If you have a rider ages 2 to 5 please call to make your reservation (703-548-7655). This is a discounted package, no additional discounts can be applied.

See the tour for yourself in our new Bike and Boat video!

“Zach made sure the seats on our new bikes were set just right, gave us our tickets, and we were off. Mt. Vernon has so much to see and do, we could have spent two days there! The boat ride back gave us a chance to see the area from yet another vantage point – great scenery!”

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Time: 5+ hours
Distance: 9 Miles
Level: Moderate
Adults: $63 (Value, $70)
Kids (6-12): $40
Kids (2-5):  $20 

Departure (2013):
April 2-Sept 2: 
Tu/We/Th/Fr/Sa/Su

Sept 3-Oct 14:
Fr/Sa/Su

Oct 15-Oct 27:
Sa/Su
 
Also:
Mon May 27, Sept 2, & Oct 14
 
 

Ride A Bike To Mount Vernon
Bike to Mount Vernon reserve-now
Bike to Mount Vernon with this self-guided two-way ride on the Mount Vernon Trail. This scenic trail takes riders through Dyke Marsh and Belle View Park. The canopy coverage and banks of the Potomac provide seclusion and a beautiful transition back in time to an early America, making the ride a wonderful way to approach the timeless feel of the Mt. Vernon Estates. Price includes full day comfort hybrid bike rental and estate admission. Discounts do not apply.
“We rented bikes from Bike and Roll Alexandria and rode down to Mt Vernon. My 9 and 11 year old had no problem with the 20 mile ride. There are many water fountains along the way. The bikes were well maintained and the staff friendly. It was a magnificent family day activity.”

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Time: 3-7 hours
Distance: 18 Miles
Level: Moderate
Adults:

$48 

Kids: $31
 
Departure (2013):
April -Oct
This is a self-guided tour. We recommend that you depart
from Alexandria by 1:00
 pm.