Half-Day Self-Guided Tour E-Bike Rental in Norfolk

4.9 (48 reviews) 1–4 hours Free cancellation

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48 reviews

4.9

Fun Elizabeth River Trail Self-Guided Group Ride by Nauticus — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

In front of Big Wisky — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Elizabeth River Trail is a great way to follow Norfolk’s waterfront bikeways & greenways. Your Pedego e-bike has pedal assist and throttle to take you to all the must-see historical sites without breaking a sweat.

Or find your own path through Norfolk's waterfront Burroughs.

Waterside District Festival Marketplace, with dozens of scores of shops restaurants.
Nauticus Maritime Center, with fantastic nautical artifacts and exhibits
The Great Battleship Wisconsin, one of the most iconic battleships of WWII and Korean War
Historic Freemason District, with cobblestoned streets and significant architectural styles
Norfolk's Pagoda Garden
Eclectic Chelsea District, with bakeries, breweries, restaurants, and shipyard.

Old Dominion University

Lochhaven - The longest portion of the trail, the Lochhaven section boasts beautiful residential streets, views of the Norfolk Country Club Marina, and the Hermitage Museum & Gardens.

Mountain Bike Tours Private and Luxury E-Bike Tours Small Group Excellent Quality Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 1–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–8
Written guide: English
Operated by: E-Bike Alley

Ages: Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Use of lock & key
Included: Use of intercom & Bluetooth helmet (talk to your riding partners without turning your head)
Included: Bicycle use: E-Bike Alley Electric Bikes

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

Pedego Norfolk- Electric Bike Tours & Rentals | Ride along Norfolk's picturesque Elizabeth and Lafayette Rivers as you traverse Norfolk from one side of town to the other with the peace and quiet of beautiful separated bike routes.
Harbor Park

15 min

Harbor Park | We recommend beginning your riverfront tour near the southern terminus end of Norfolk's Elizabeth River Trail at Harbor Park Stadium -- home of the Norfolk Tides! (0.89 miles)
Town Point Park

10 min

Town Point Park - Waterside Ferry Dock | This waterfront park is an excellent starting point to discover Norfolk's early settlers, our founding and early days as well as our naval and maritime history, and modern activities that the park hosts each year.
Pagoda & Oriental Garden

10 min

Nauticus - USS Wisconsin - Pagoda & Oriental Garden - Historic Freemason District | See the Iowa-class battleship USS Wisconsin, visit the Pagoda & Oriental Garden -- a gift from Taiwan to the Commonwealth and City of Norfolk honoring our trading ties, and pass through our Historic Freemason District.
Chrysler Museum of Art

20 min

Ghent - The Hague - Chrysler Museum of Art | Make a stop at Norfolk's historic Ghent neighborhood along the Hague, and the Chrysler Museum of Art.
Plum Point Park

15 min

Fort Norfolk - Plum Point Park or West Ghent - Chelsea - Jeff Robertson Park | Riders typically pass through Plum Point Park or the Elizabeth River Trail’s Ghent Loop en route from Downtown Norfolk to the Old Dominion campus. Riders may stop at the Stockley Gardens, visit the Weyanoke Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary, or travel the network of bike paths around Chelsea and along Lambert’s Point.
Foreman Field

20 min

Old Dominion University - Larchmont / Edgewater Neighborhoods - Bolling Ave | See the home of the ODU Monarchs! At the center of campus riders can peek in to ODU's beautiful football stadium. From campus riders will take secluded residential streets and quiet bike paths as you pass beautiful homes and scenic views along the Lafayette River.
Hermitage Museum and Gardens

30 min

The Hermitage Museum is a wonderful Norfolk attraction, often missed by many visitors. Breathtaking views of the river, ancient artifacts dating back over 3000 years. Free admission (a $5 donation is suggested). Wonderful restroom facilities for visitors and plenty of places to park your bikes and walk around the gardens.
Stop 9

30 min

Founded by one of the Chrysler heirs, this is Norfolk's world-class museum, filled with wonderful permanent exhibits and a continually changing signature exhibit, which rotates every few months. Recent signature exhibits included Rembrandt, MC Escher, Paul McCartney's personal photographs and many others.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

223 E City Hall Ave, Ste 101, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA. We recommend parking in the MacArthur Center Parking Garage near the City Hall Ave & Bank St entrance closest to Dillard’s.

End point

223 E City Hall Ave, Ste 101, Norfolk, VA 23510, USA. We recommend parking in the MacArthur Center Parking Garage near the City Hall Ave & Bank St entrance closest to Dillard’s.