Cambridge Guided Bicycle Tour: E-bike/City Bike Tour

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Cambridge Guided Bicycle Tour: E-bike/City Bike Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

On this tour, you’ll cross the Charles River and enter the City of Cambridge. Renowned as one of America’s most bicycle-friendly cities, you will experience the atmosphere and appeal of Cambridge as only possible on two wheels. Touted as “Boston’s Left Bank,” Cambridge is a hotspot of arts, technology, and academia.

This extensive tour, specifically designed to provide you with the overall experience of Cambridge, includes:

Harvard Square, the heart of America’s oldest university
Central Square, a vibrant center of music and culture
The beautiful Charles River
The Stata Center, Frank Gehry’s only building in Massachusetts
MIT, The Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The tour is 2.5-3 hours long and covers 11-13 miles. From the cycling paths on the Charles River to the booming industry of Kendall Square, this tour will show you the most exciting and vibrant parts of Cambridge!

If you are 16 years or older, you may chose to tour on E-bike (select E-bike in checkout).

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 32 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Urban AdvenTours

Ages: Children (2–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
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...
Museum Of Science

Passing by

Pass by Boston's famous Museum of Science.
Charles River

Passing by

Ride along the path on the Cambridge side of the Charles River, where you'll enjoy great views of the Boston skyline.
Kendall Square

Passing by

Ride through Kendall Square
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

5 min

Ride through MIT, and see some of the notable buildings and architecture on campus.
MIT Museum

Passing by

Ride by the MIT Museum.
Stata Center

5 min

Ride by the Stata Center, designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry.
Central Square

Passing by

Ride through Central Square
Harvard University

5 min

We'll stop in famous Harvard Yard (or as your guide may pronounce it "Havahd Yahd"...)
Harvard Square

Passing by

Pass by Harvard Square, where many of our guests return to explore during their visit to Boston (and Cambridge!)
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.
TD Garden

Passing by

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

Close toed shoes are recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
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.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; 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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Re-booked tours 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.
Not recommended for beginner riders or children under 10 years old
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
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level