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North End, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Get your discount tickets for the Boston City View Bicycle Tour: History and Landmarks, save up to 12% !
Overview
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 as your knowledgeable guide provides insightful commentary on Boston’s unique history. You may also choose to do this tour on an e-bike (select e-bike option at checkout, but note: you must be 16 or older to select the E-bike option).
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. 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.
2. 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!)
3. During one of our first stops, you'll see "Old Ironsides" from across the water.
4. Curious to know the inspiration behind Boston's new(ish) bridge? Our guides will let you know a few fun facts behind the design...
5. Along our route, we'll ride past TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, and many a concert!
6. Cycle through Beacon Hill, on of Boston's most famous - and photographed - neighborhoods.
7. Louisburg Square is famously known as a literary square, with previous residents including Louisa May Alcott and Robert Frost.
8. 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.
9. We'll stop outside of Fenway Park, home of the World Champion Boston Red Sox.
10. 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 Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts.
11. 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.
12. We'll pass by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - we recommend planning a visit during your time in Boston!
13. 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!
14. Ride through the streets of the South End, home of Boston's famous brownstone townhouses and cast iron details.
15. 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.
16. You'll see Trinity Church when we stop in Copley Plaza.
17. You'll see the Boston Public Library when we stop in Copley Square.
18. See the John Hancock Tower during our stop at Copley Plaza.
19. We'll visit America's oldest park!
20. 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.
21. We'll ride through Downtown Crossing, the original shopping district in Boston.
22. As we ride through Downtown Crossing, you'll see the Old South Meeting House.
23. 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.
Inclusion
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
Exclusion
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional Info
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
You may participate on this tour on one of our comfort hybrid bikes OR one of our pedal-assist electric bikes! (option available at checkout)
Guests MUST be comfortable riding in the street: Recommended for those 12 years and older
If you are looking for a family friendly tour, please book our Tour de Boston bike tour
Tour company reserves the right to omit any guests from tour if they are intoxicated, under the influence of any substance, a danger / liability to the rest of the group
MUST be 16 years or older and at least 5 feet tall to tour on E-Bike.
Re-booked tours are subject to a $20 rebooking fee (per person)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews
4.8
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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