Boston's Emerald Necklace Guided Bicycle Tour: E-Bikes/City Bikes

4.8 (16 reviews) 4 hours

out of 5

16 reviews

4.8

Ride through Boston's Historic series of parks — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Boston's Emerald Necklace Guided Bicycle Tour: E-Bikes/City Bikes, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The Emerald Necklace bike tour is an amazing way to see Boston’s most famous green spaces in a ‘green’ way - you may forget you are in the heart of the city! Discover Frederick Law Olmsted’s famous system of parks on this bicycle tour of the historic Emerald Necklace. From the shaded boulevard on Commonwealth Avenue to the popular shores of Jamaica Pond to the winding paths of the Arnold Arboretum, this route is a fabulous way to experience Boston's park system. The route is a favorite among locals! The parks are gorgeous any time of the year, but the foliage peaks in color between mid October and early November.

This tour is up to 4 hours long and covers at least 15 miles, with several hills. Riders must be comfortable spending that much time on a bike and covering that distance. This ride covers many hidden gems in Boston.

Mountain Bike Tours Half-day Tours Private and Luxury Bike Tours Small Group Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Urban AdvenTours

Ages: Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Use of bicycle
Included: Use of helmet

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Urban AdvenTours - Boston Bike Tours

30 min Admission 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

Passing by

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!)
Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge

Passing 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

Passing by

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

Passing by

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

5 min

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

Passing 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.
Back Bay

Passing 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

Passing by

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

Passing by

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

one hour

During this tour, we'll ride through the famed Emerald Necklace, which is a chain of green spaces and parks. You may not even feel as though you are right in the heart of a city!
Jamaica Pond Park

5 min

Ride around Jamaica Pond, a kettle pond within the Emerald Necklace.
Arnold Arboretum

5 min

We'll ride through Arnold Arboretum, the second "link" in the Emerald Necklace park system
South End

Passing by

Ride through Boston's South End neighborhood.
Copley Square

10 min

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.
Trinity Church In The City Of Boston

5 min

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

5 min

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

5 min

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

Passing by

Ride in the bike path along Comm Ave
Boston Common

5 min

We'll visit America's oldest park!
Downtown Crossing

Passing by

We'll ride through Downtown Crossing, the original shopping district in Boston.
Freedom Trail

Passing 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.
Old South Meeting House

Passing by

As we ride through Downtown Crossing, you'll see the Old South Meeting House.
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway

Passing 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.
Boston Harbor Cruises

10 min

From Long Wharf, you can see the Old State House - the site of the Boston Massacre - the Custom House Building, the Seaport District of South Boston, and the neighborhood of East Boston.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
Not recommended for participants with back problems
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditionsCall ()Send SMS ()Call from mobile ()Add to Skype ()You'll need Skype CreditFree via Skype

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
This tour is up to 4 hours long and covers at least 15 miles, with several hills. Riders must be comfortable spending that much time on a bike and covering that distance.
There is street riding on this ride
Tours rebooked within 48 hours of your tour time are subject to a $20 rebooking fee (per person)
You MUST be at least 16 years old and at least 5 feet tall to ride an E-bike.