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Boston City View Bicycle Tour: History and Landmarks
(640) Reviews
North End
About
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).
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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
Meeting Points
Departure
Urban AdvenTours
Urban AdvenTours
103 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110, USA
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to tour start time to check-in and be fitted on your bike. Our tours depart on time and we are not able to catch-up late arrivals. Boston traffic can be heavy so please plan accordingly!
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Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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)
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Guests MUST be comfortable riding in the street: Recommended for those 12 years and older
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If you are looking for a family friendly tour, please book our Tour de Boston bike tour
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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Boston City View Bicycle Tour: History and Landmarks
(640) Reviews
North End
Select Date & Travelers
From
$78.00
Price varies by group size
About
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).
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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
Meeting Points
Departure
Urban AdvenTours
Urban AdvenTours
103 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110, USA
You must arrive 30 minutes prior to tour start time to check-in and be fitted on your bike. Our tours depart on time and we are not able to catch-up late arrivals. Boston traffic can be heavy so please plan accordingly!
Return
Itinerary
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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.
30 minutes
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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!)
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USS Constitution Museum
During one of our first stops, you'll see "Old Ironsides" from across the water.
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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...
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TD Garden
Along our route, we'll ride past TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, and many a concert!
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Beacon Hill
Cycle through Beacon Hill, on of Boston's most famous - and photographed - neighborhoods.
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Louisburg Square
Louisburg Square is famously known as a literary square, with previous residents including Louisa May Alcott and Robert Frost.
5 minutes
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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.
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Fenway Park
We'll stop outside of Fenway Park, home of the World Champion Boston Red Sox.
5 minutes
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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 Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts.
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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.
5 minutes
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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
We'll pass by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - we recommend planning a visit during your time in Boston!
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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!
5 minutes
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South End
Ride through the streets of the South End, home of Boston's famous brownstone townhouses and cast iron details.
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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.
10 minutes
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Trinity Church Boston
You'll see Trinity Church when we stop in Copley Plaza.
5 minutes
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Boston Public Library
You'll see the Boston Public Library when we stop in Copley Square.
5 minutes
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John Hancock Tower
See the John Hancock Tower during our stop at Copley Plaza.
5 minutes
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Boston Common
We'll visit America's oldest park!
5 minutes
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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.
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Downtown Crossing
We'll ride through Downtown Crossing, the original shopping district in Boston.
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Old South Meeting House
As we ride through Downtown Crossing, you'll see the Old South Meeting House.
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Rose 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.
