Does Washington DC have bike share?

With Capital Bikeshare you can take a bicycle from more than 500 stations across the Washington, DC, metro region and return it to any station near your destination. Check out a bike for your trip to work, Metro, run errands, go shopping, or visit friends and family. The first 30 minutes of each trip are free.

How much does it cost to rent a bike in DC?

OTHER BIKE RENTALS On average, ticket prices range from $40-$45 for adults and $25-$30 for kids. In other words, a family of four can expect to pay about $125-$150 for the trip.

How do you use Capital Bikeshare?

Experience Metro DC on Two Wheels

Join. Become a member online or purchase a short-term pass from the app or kiosk to use the Capital Bikeshare system.
Unlock. Find an available bike nearby, scan the QR code in the app, get a ride code at the kiosk, or use your bike key to unlock it.
Ride.
Return.

Do I need a helmet for Capital Bikeshare?

In over two million rides on Capital Bikeshare, there have only been a handful of accidents. Wearing a helmet in D.C. is only required for those under 16.

Is Washington DC bike friendly?

In 2018, our nation’s capital was named a “Gold” Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists, establishing DC as the first large eastern city to receive the designation.

Can you leave Capital Bikeshare anywhere?

You can ride a Capital Bikeshare bike outside of the service area, but it’s a good idea not to go too far since you will have to return to the service area to lock your bike. If you keep a bike out for longer than the length of time included in your pass or membership, you will incur additional usage fees.

Can you ride a bike on the sidewalk in Washington DC?

While not recommended safe cycling practice in most instances, DC code states that cyclists are allowed to ride on the sidewalk as long as they are outside the central business district (CBD). However, if cyclists do ride on the sidewalk they must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.

Can you ride bikes in Washington DC?

The D.C. area has several trails open to cyclists. Some of the more popular trails include the Mount Vernon Trail, the Washington and Old Dominion Trail, the Capital Crescent Trail, the C&O Towpath and the North Bethesda Trail.

Can kids use Capital Bikeshare?

Potential barriers to family-friendly bikeshare One of the first challenges to family-friendly bikesharing in DC is that Capital Bikeshare explicitly prohibits riders under the age of 16 (though in practice, it seems that almost anyone who can fit on the bikes can be seen riding them regardless of age.)

How do you get free Capital Bikeshare?

To sign up, residents should go to the “Ride Plans” section of the Capital Bikeshare or Lyft apps, or the “Pricing” section of the Capital Bikeshare website. Those who take advantage of the membership will get unlimited free 45-minute rides on the classic bikes.

Can you ride bikes on sidewalks in DC?

Can you ride a bike on the National Mall?

Bicycles are welcome in the National Mall and Memorial Parks and bicycle parking is provided near each of the major memorials as well as along the National Mall. Please remember that riding your bicycle is not permitted within the memorials themselves.