What You Will Do
This Segway tour is an overview of the National Mall and covers the Capitol Building, the south side of the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, some fun off-the-Mall spots, and a ride down Pennsylvania Avenue. Public tour participants are divided into groups of eight (8) or fewer riders, with multiple groups departing during each tour time slot
Must be 16+ as required by DC law.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Please meet at 998 Maine Avenue, Washington DC, 20024. We're on the corner of Maine Avenue and Blair Alley SW
1
Washington DC
30 minutes
Arrive 15 minutes prior to start time to check-in and sign a waiver. We'll start with a bit of training to introduce you to the joy of riding a Segway. Your guide will provide one on one training before letting you test ride for a bit before setting out on tour.
2
Smithsonian Institution Building
5 minutes
Stop outside of "The Castle", the original Smithsonian Building and learn about the founder, John Smithson. Find out why he donated his estate to the United States although he'd never stepped foot on American soil during his life... (We will not enter The Castle)
3
National Mall
2 hours
We'll spend much of the tour riding along the National Mall where your guide will point out Smithsonian Museums and orient you with "America's Front Yard".
4
Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
5 minutes
Pass by the Hirschhorn Museum
5
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
10 minutes
Ride by Natural History. Plan to pop in during your DC stay to see the Hope Diamond!
6
National Air and Space Museum
10 minutes
This museum is one of the world's most visited! Stop in while you're in DC to find out why!
7
National Gallery of Art
10 minutes
Ride between the East and West buildings. Which would you rather see? Classic art or Modern art? Your guide can point you in the right direction!
8
Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
8 minutes
Take a short break here (we don't want you to get "Segleg"!) and learn about the famed Civil War general.
9
U.S. Capitol
8 minutes
Stop outside the US Capitol Building and learn about the design and function of the site where members of the House and Senate convene. Do you know who sits atop the Capitol? What does it mean when the flags are flying? (We will not go into the Capitol)
10
United States Botanic Garden
5 minutes
The Botanic Garden maintains a fabulous collection of nearly 26,000 plants.
11
Embassy of Canada to the United States
10 minutes
Learn why our neighbor to the north has their embassy on famed Pennsylvania Avenue and not along "Embassy Row".
12
Newseum
10 minutes
See the newspapers from various states and countries, which are updated and posted every single day.
13
The National Archives Museum
10 minutes
Glide past the building that holds America's most important documents.
14
FBI Headquarters
10 minutes
As you Segway down the middle of Pennsylvania Ave (in a protected bike lane!) , you'll pass by the FBI Headquarters.
15
White House
5 minutes
See the home of the president from the south side (did you know that there is no "front" and no "back"? (We will not go into the The White House)
16
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
7 minutes
Learn about the controversial design and some of the symbolism behind one of the most solemn memorials in DC. If you shed a tear while your guide is sharing information, you'll be in good company. It's difficult not to get emotional during this stop.
17
Lincoln Memorial
10 minutes
Your guide will tell you all about the memorial dedicated to our first President before you climb the steps to see Abe sitting atop and take in the sweeping views of the entire National Mall.
18
Korean War Veterans Memorial
5 minutes
If you visit without a guide, you'll likely miss much of the symbolism hidden behind the memorial dedicated to "the Forgotten War".
19
National World War II Memorial
5 minutes
Your guide will share the stories behind the pillars, the gold stars, and the two pavilions of this memorial dedicated to those who fought in the second World War.
20
Washington Monument
5 minutes
Did you notice that the Washington Monument is two different colors? You'll learn the story behind this fact, among others, during this stop. (We do not go into the Monument)
21
National Museum of African American History and Culture
10 minutes
DC's newest Smithsonian is a site to behold. We highly recommend a visit; be sure to reserve your tickets in advance.
22
National Museum of American History
10 minutes
Make sure to go see the original Star Spangled Banner and Julia Child's kitchen!
23
Unlimited Biking Washington DC
5 minutes
Glad back to our shop to end your tour. We hope you had a blast!
24
Washington DC
2 hours 30 minutes
Explore Washington DC, learn about the history and take photos!
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