Boston City View Bicycle Tour: History and Landmarks
Reviews Summary
Customers consistently describe the bike tour as an "incredible," "amazing," and "fantastic" way to see Boston. They highlight the fun, unique perspective, and ability to cover a lot of ground.
Features
2.5 hours
- See top Boston attractions including Fenway Park, Boston Common, and Copley Square
- City Bike or E-bike UPGRADE - must select when booking (E-bikes may not be available every day)
- Explore 6 Boston neighborhoods including historic North End "Little Italy" and Back Bay
- Helmets Provided
- 2.5-3 Hour Guided Bicycle Tour of Boston
- Gratuities
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Discover Boston’s famous sites and hidden treasures on this 2.5 to 3-hour guided bike tour – a perfect way to explore the city! Start in Boston’s North End and pass sites like Copley Square, Fenway Park and the Faneuil Hall marketplace. Cruise through Beacon Hill and admire the diverse neighborhoods...
- Duration 2 Hours and 30 Minutes
- Group Tour
- Max 32 people in the group
- 1
Urban AdvenTours
Arrive at our shop 30 minutes prior to your tour time. You'll be asked to sign a waiver and be fitted on your bike. You guide will provide an overview of the ride, what to expect, as well as our safety tips and rules of the road.
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- Admission Ticket Included
- 2
North End
Our ride will start in the North End, Boston's Italian neighborhood. You will likely smell the garlic as we roll through. At the end of your tour, you guide will be happy to recommend a restaurant or pastry shop (mmm...cannolis!)
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 3
USS Constitution Museum
During one of our first stops, you'll see "Old Ironsides" from across the water.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 4
Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge
Curious to know the inspiration behind Boston's new(ish) bridge? Our guides will let you know a few fun facts behind the design...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 5
TD Garden
Along our route, we'll ride past TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, and many a concert!
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 6
Beacon Hill
Cycle through Beacon Hill, on of Boston's most famous - and photographed - neighborhoods.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 7
Louisburg Square
Louisburg Square is famously known as a literary square, with previous residents including Louisa May Alcott and Robert Frost.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 8
Charles River Esplanade
Our route will take us along the river on the Esplanade, where we'll ride by the Hatch Shell, the outdoor concert stage which was made famous by the Boston Pops Orchestra, which performs during the Fourth of July fireworks.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 9
Fenway Park
We'll stop outside of Fenway Park, home of the World Champion Boston Red Sox.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 10
Back Bay
We'll ride through the Back Bay Fens, one of the parks in the Emerald Necklace park system, which was designed by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. The Fens are home to Victory Gardens dating back to WWII, as well as two of Boston's art museums - the Isabella Stewart Gardner...
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 11
Museum of Fine Arts
The MFA is a world class art museum. We'll stop to see one of their unique art installations outside of the museum. Banners outside will give you an idea of current exhibits, but the MFA is always worth a visit while you're in Boston.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 12
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
We'll pass by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - we recommend planning a visit during your time in Boston!
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 13
Christian Science Plaza
We'll stop to admire the beauty of the Christian Science building and reflecting pool. (Guests have been known to run through the fountains on hot summer days!) Your guide will share about a stunning feature inside, which we encourage you to check out!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 14
South End
Ride through the streets of the South End, home of Boston's famous brownstone townhouses and cast iron details.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 15
Copley Square
Copley Plaza is the heart of the Back Bay neighborhood. The John Hancock building, Trinity Church, and the Boston Public Library surround the square. Copley Plaza also marks the finish line for the Boston Marathon.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 16
Trinity Church In The City Of Boston
You'll see Trinity Church when we stop in Copley Plaza.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 17
Boston Public Library
You'll see the Boston Public Library when we stop in Copley Square.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 18
John Hancock Tower
See the John Hancock Tower during our stop at Copley Plaza.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 19
Boston Common
We'll visit America's oldest park!
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 20
Freedom Trail
Many people ask if we will ride the Freedom Trail on tour. While it's not possible to follow the entire route on bike, we'll cross over the Freedom Trail multiple times along our tour.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 21
Downtown Crossing
We'll ride through Downtown Crossing, the original shopping district in Boston.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 22
Old South Meeting House
As we ride through Downtown Crossing, you'll see the Old South Meeting House.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 23
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway
One of the city's newest parks, created during "the Big Dig". Rose Kennedy Greenway is the home of many unique art installations, gardens, splash fountains, and farmer's markets.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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