Boston City View Bicycle Tour: History and Landmarks

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Boston City View Bicycle Tour: History and Landmarks

By Urban AdvenTours

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2h 30m
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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 areas 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).

Activity location

Urban AdvenTours
- 103 Atlantic Ave,
- 02110-3702, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Urban AdvenTours
- 103 Atlantic Avenue
- 02110, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Tour on City Bike

2h 30m
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00

Price details

£58.48 x 1 Adult£58.48

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Tour on E-Bike - 16+ yrs

2h 30m
English

City View Bike Tour on E-Bike: Must be 16 years or older and at least 5 ft tall.

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00

Price details

£97.47 x 1 Adult£97.47

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What's included, what's not

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 areas including historic North End "Little Italy" and Back Bay
Helmets Provided
2.5-3 Hour Guided Bicycle Tour of Boston
Service charge

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers 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
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Urban AdvenTours

30m
Admission ticket included

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.

North End (Pass by)

Our ride will start in the North End, Boston's Italian area. 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!)

USS Constitution Museum (Pass by)

During one of our first stops, you'll see "Old Ironsides" from across the water.

Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge (Pass by)

Curious to know the inspiration behind Boston's new(ish) bridge? Our guides will let you know a few fun facts behind the design...

TD Garden (Pass by)

Along our route, we'll ride past TD Garden, home of the Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, and many a concert!

Beacon Hill (Pass by)

Cycle through Beacon Hill, on of Boston's most famous - and photographed - areas.

Louisburg Square

Louisburg Square is famously known as a literary square, with previous residents including Louisa May Alcott and Robert Frost.

Charles River Esplanade (Pass by)

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.

Fenway Park

We'll stop outside of Fenway Park, home of the World Champion Boston Red Sox.

Back Bay (Pass by)

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.

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.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (Pass by)

We'll pass by the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - we recommend planning a visit during your time in Boston!

the 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!

South End (Pass by)

Ride through the streets of the South End, home of Boston's famous brownstone townhouses and cast iron details.

Copley Square

Copley Plaza is the heart of the Back Bay area. 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.

Trinity Church

You'll see Trinity Church when we stop in Copley Plaza.

Boston Public Library

You'll see the Boston Public Library when we stop in Copley Square.

John Hancock Tower

See the John Hancock Tower during our stop at Copley Plaza.

Boston Common

We'll visit America's oldest park!

Freedom Trail (Pass by)

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.

Downtown Crossing (Pass by)

We'll ride through City centre Crossing, the original shopping district in Boston.

Old South Meeting House (Pass by)

As we ride through City centre Crossing, you'll see the Old South Meeting House.

Rose Kennedy Greenway (Pass by)

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.

Location

Activity location

Urban AdvenTours
- 103 Atlantic Ave,
- 02110-3702, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

Urban AdvenTours
- 103 Atlantic Avenue
- 02110, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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