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U.S. Capitol – Lincoln Memorial loop from Stadium–Armory

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United States

District Of Columbia

U.S. Capitol – Lincoln Memorial loop from Stadium–Armory

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U.S. Capitol – Lincoln Memorial loop from Stadium–Armory

01:08

16.1km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.33 km for 161 m

After 6.36 km for 53 m

After 7.30 km for 288 m

After 8.11 km for 129 m

After 9.57 km for 58 m

After 9.71 km for 70 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.94 km

U.S. Capitol

Highlight • Monument

The lesser-known east side of the Capitol. Here is the entrance to the underground visitor center and close to the headquarters of important institutions such as the National Library and the Supreme Court.

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5.01 km

Smithsonian Castle

Highlight • Monument

The Smithsonian Castle's construction was fininshed in 1855. And as visitors enter through the National Mall entrance they pass the crypt of James Smithson, who is the institution's founder.

It …

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6.40 km

World War II Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The World War II Memorial is very large, 7.4-acres to be exact! The memorial is made up of 56 granite pillars, each 17 feet tall. There is an amazing amount of landscaping and water in the fountain here as well.

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6.71 km

Elm Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Elm Walk features a beautiful tree tunnel, with long rows of elm trees and walkways that frame the view to and from the Capitol. The surrounding museums create a cultural …

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7.48 km

Lincoln Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The Lincoln was built to honor Abraham Lincoln. He was the 16th president, assassinated on April 14, 1865 as the civil war was concluding. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his …

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7.50 km

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

Highlight • Monument

The Lincoln Memorial and adjoining reflecting pool are another must-see when visiting Washington. Of course, the mall is perfect for a run and early in the morning you have "Abe" …

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8.19 km

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The Korean War Veterans Memorial is a must-see sculptural group when visiting Washington

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9.77 km

Washington Monument

Highlight • Monument

Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president. 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C. Need a ticket to go inside.

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16.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.19 km

6.25 km

744 m

439 m

376 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.39 km

3.07 km

2.42 km

2.11 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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U.S. Capitol – Lincoln Memorial loop from Stadium–Armory

U.S. Capitol

Smithsonian Castle

World War II Memorial

Elm Walk

Lincoln Memorial

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Washington Monument

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