Welcome to your exclusive guide to some of our favorite sights, eats, and spots in the city! We're a company built by travelers - just like you. Regardless if you're brand new to the Nation's Capital or have been visiting for years, after all of the planning, time, and effort spent on getting here, having a great time in D.C. should be the easy part. That's where we come in.
The people have spoken! Whether you are wanting to glide through the National Mall on a comfy beach cruiser or take a stroll through historic Capitol Hill, our tours offer something for just about everyone.
We've been perfecting our tours around the globe since 1999 and each gives a wonderful orientation to the city for people visiting for the first time, but doesn't fall short on providing fascinating history and tons of fun riding around Washington D.C. for those who have been before. Each season we hand-select the best tour guides to make your experience educational, entertaining, and most of all: fun. Our goal while you are in D.C. is to provide you with memories that last a lifetime, and we hope to see you on a tour with us soon.
From the world-class museums to the historical monuments, D.C. has no shortage of things to see. With years of experience taking guests out in D.C. and visiting the local attractions ourselves, we have the insider's perspective on how to spend your time in the Capital city. The best part is, many of the museums and attractions in D.C. are free to enter, meaning your options are endless!
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: Capitol South or Union Station
Home of the legislative branch, U.S. Senators and Members of Congress have met here for over 200 years, and shaped the course of U.S. laws and history.
Enjoy reserved access into the Capitol Building for a docent-led tour on our Capitol Hill Walking Tour.
Entry fee: Free, but must be arranged several months in advance through your representative or embassy.
Closest metro station: Farragut West or McPherson Square
The most famous address in the world! The White House has housed every President and their family since John Adams and is a United States icon.
We cruise by the White House on our Day Bike Tour, Best of D.C. Electric Bike Tour, and see it lit up at night on our Sunset Electric Bike Tour.
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: Arlington Cemetery
Witness the moving Changing of the Guard Ceremony on the hill where many U.S. fallen heroes are buried.
We park our bikes at the entrance of Arlington Cemetery to take a walk though the grounds and stop to see the Changing of the Guard Ceremony on our Monuments, Memorials, & Arlington Cemetery Bike Tour.
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: Foggy Bottom or Smithsonian
Nicknamed "America's front yard", here is where you can find most of the iconic monuments that come to mind when you think of D.C. See the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Vietnam Veteran's Memorial, and so much more here.
Nearly every tour we offer visits at least a portion, if not all of the National Mall! There's no better way to enjoy the monuments than by bike, covering more ground than you ever could on foot.
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: Smithsonian
Take in the views of the tallest free standing masonry structure in the world. Peeking out through the D.C. skyline from around the city, this monument pays homage to our country's first President, George Washington.
Spend some time enjoying the monument at your own pace with one of our bike rentals.
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: National Archives
See the most important documents in the history of the United States with your own eyes: the Bill of Rights, the U.S. Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence.
Spend the day as a VIP on the Best of D.C. VIP Tour and enjoy reserved access into the National Archives to conclude your tour.
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: Federal Center SW or L'Enfant Plaza
A favorite museum for aviation and space enthusiasts of all ages, this musuem is home to the original Wright Brothers Flyer and a number of rockets.
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: Smithsonian or Federal Triangle
Take a step back through American history, and we're not just talking about presidents! With exhibits including Julia Child's former kitchen, the first iPods, Dorothy's red slippers from the Wizard of Oz, clothing from the set of TV sitcoms, and so much more.
Entry fee: Free, but due to its popularity you must reserve a timed entry pass in advance
Closest metro station: Smithsonian or Federal Triangle
Opened in 2016, making this one of D.C's newest attractions, this museum offers a comprehensive and moving exploration through African American's history.
Entry fee: Free
Closest metro station: Smithsonian
Learn about the history of our planet at one of the most visited museums in America. Get up close and personal with dinosaur fossils and see the massive Hope Diamond for yourself.
In recent years, the D.C. restaurant scene has joined the ranks of Michelin-esteemed cities. Featuring American classics, all-day brunches, and international dishes from around the world, there's something for everyone. These are a few of our local favorites to include a bit of everything that we love about the D.C. dining scene!
Coming to D.C., but only have a few days? We’ve compiled a packed three day itinerary to help you plan your visit, making sure you see everything we love about our city. You’ll visit the sites, but we’ll also make sure you get into the neighborhoods and see what D.C. is all about.
We may be biased, but kick off your time in D.C. by taking a tour with us! Our Best of D.C. Electric Bike Tour or Day Bike Tour is a great way to see the sights quickly and get your bearings on the city. Our guides can show you the basics, but also help with some ideas on what to do the rest of your time in the city. Don't be afraid to ask them about their favorite spots!
You can't come to D.C without spending time in some of its world-class museums. The Smithsonians are packed with incredible history, and D.C. is home to 17 of them. We recommend going to one of their must-see museums first, like the Air and Space Museum, the Natural History Museum, or the Newseum. See how many you can knock off this afternoon!
Grab a ticket to any of the national shows that come through town like the Book of Mormon, Wicked, the Phantom of the Opera, or the hit Broadway show, Hamilton. There's also other great theaters in the city featuring local and national acts like the Shakespeare Theater Company, Arena Stage, Warner Theater, National Theatre, or the Woolly Mammoth Theatre. In the summer months, there are tons of outdoor movies and concerts.
Take a stroll around Capitol Hill to learn about the U.S. Government and its history by taking a tour of the U.S. Capitol. You'll see the U.S. Supreme Court, The Library of Congress, and Union Station on our tour, and we recommend exploring the area on your own as well.
After grabbing lunch on Capitol Hill (we recommend We the Pizza or Good Stuff Eatery, both from Top Chef standout Spike Mendelsohn), hop on the metro and grab the blue line to Arlington Cemetery. Take a stroll around to visit the Kennedy gravesite, Arlington House, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where you can witness the changing of the guard.
Get out into one of D.C's exciting neighborhoods for dinner and a night out. We recommend dinner on 14th Street and then walking over to the 930 Club for a show, and post show drinks at American Ice Company. So many of D.C's neighborhoods great bars, music, dancing, and eating that it's tough to go wrong.
On Sundays: we brunch. For the best brunches in the city, be sure to read our dining guide. Brunch has become an institution in D.C. and whether you're after bottomless mimosas, all you can eat waffles, or to see and be seen over eggs benedict, there's something for you.
Take in a pro-sports game for the Washington Nationals, Wizards, Mystics, Capitals, DC United, or Redskins. If you can't make it to the big game and the weather is nice, then head over to Rock Creek Park where you can find miles and miles of trails open to the public for biking, horseback riding, picnicing, and pick up games of football, dodgeball, kickball, and softball.
With your last few hours in the city, seeing the Memorials by moonlight is a must-do for any weekend trip to DC. They really come alive as the sun sets and the lights come up. If bikes are your speed, join us on our Monuments & Memorials Night Bike Tour.
Washington D.C's central location on the East Coast means that exciting cities like Baltimore, quaint towns like Charlottesville, and historic battlefields like Gettysburg are mere hours away. Grab a rental car and explore beyond D.C!
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