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Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour
4.9
158 Ratings
Chicago
Embark on a thrilling 3-hour bike tour of Chicago’s iconic landmarks with Bobby’s Bike Hike. Explore Museum Campus, Grant Park, Millennium Park, and more. Perfect for first-time visitors and returning guests!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Lakefront Trail - The 18-mile Lakefront Trail has been contributing to Chicago’s cycle success since 1963. The paved path provides walkers, runners, and bicyclists with a safe and fun way to travel along the Lake Michigan, for both recreation and commuting.
- Field Museum - The Field Museum of Natural History is one of the largest museums in the world, famous for its expansive specimen and artifact collect. It’s also home to T-Rex Sue, the biggest tyrannosaurus rex ever fully recovered.
- Shedd Aquarium - Shedd Aquarium opened in 1930 and is now home to 32,000 aquatic animals. It is one of the largest aquariums in the country, and the first inland museum to house a collection of saltwater fish.
- Adler Planetarium - The Adler Planetarium is the oldest planetarium in the Western Hemisphere. It boasts three full-sized theatres, rotating space science exhibitions, and an extensive collection of space science instruments and materials.
- Northerly Island - Northerly Island is a nature preserve located on the peninsula of land south of museum campus. Now in its early phases of natural development, the park will one day offer canoeing, bird watching, fishing, and camping for all to enjoy in downtown Chicago.
- Soldier Field - Built in 1924, Soldier Field is the oldest NFL stadium in the United States. During the American football season, it’s the home of our roaring Chicago Bears, but the park also hosts some of the city’s biggest concerts in the spring and summer.
- 12th Street Beach - 12th Street Beach is a hidden gem of the South Loop. White sands, clear blue freshwater, and close proximity to Northerly Island make this beach on of the Windy City’s best kept secrets.
- Grant Park - Grant Park, lovingly known as “Chicago’s Front Yard,” is a waterfront park located adjacent to the Loop. Grant Park host some of the Windy City’s biggest culture festivals including Lollapalooza and Taste of Chicago.
- Buckingham Fountain - When the Buckingham Fountain was built in 1927, it was the largest fountain in the world. Now the centerpiece of Chicago’s famous Grant Park, the fountain attracts crowds from all over the world to see its stunning light and water shows.
- Millennium Park - Located at the northwest corner of larger Grant Park, Millennium Park is home to Chicago’s most beloved works of public art, including Cloud Gate, The Crown Fountain, and the Pritzker Pavilion.
- The Chicago Theatre - The Iconic Chicago Theater marquee sign.
- Daley Bicentennial Plaza - Marvel at the famous Picasso sculpture and the towering skyscrapers of the Loop
- Lakefront Trail - Enjoy a gorgeous ride along the lakefront.
- Museum Campus - Enjoy a bike ride through Chicago’s Museum Campus
What's Included
- Bicycle rental included
- Complimentary helmet provided
- Experienced tour guide accompanies the group
What's Not Included
- $10 per person suggested guide gratuity. (via Cash, Venmo and PayPal)
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Experience the most famous sites of Chicago on a lively guided bike tour! Embark on an exhilarating and educational journey with the professional tour guides of Bobby’s Bike Hike, the oldest city bike tour company in the US. Over a relaxed 3-hour bike ride, you’ll get an intimate look at Chicago’s renowned Museum Campus, Grant Park, and Millennium Park. You’ll become well-versed in the history of Soldier Field, The Adler Planetarium, Buckingham Fountain, The Pritzker Pavilion, and Cloud Gate (the proper name for the beloved ‘Bean’ of Chicago). This tour is ideal not only for first time tourists looking to visit all the top attractions but also for returning visitors who want to delve deeper into the history of these famous locations. So, mount a bike and come create unforgettable experiences!
- This tour is appropriate for most ages and fitness levels. Professional guides blend quality information, group interaction, and most of all, fun, to create an unforgettable Chicago experience. Bikes are provided
- TripAdvisor rated Bobby’s Bike Hike its highest-level Traveler’s Choice Award each year since 2002.
- Operates rain or shine, please dress appropriately. If extreme weather forces cancellation there will be options to change tours or refund.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Please note: children must be strong, capable riders and be able to bike for 9 miles
Location
Bobby's Bike Hike - Chicago Bike, Walking & Food Tours
North Lake Shore Drive
Walk through the driveway (tunnel) to enter our location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(158 Ratings)
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Marianos107
Aug 26, 2024
Great bike tour - Yo be part of “J crew” for a couple of hours was wonderful. Great tour with a great guide. All the important spots covered in few time, best to to it upon arrival to town. Highly recommended!
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Kbandnl
Aug 16, 2024
Best Way to Tour Chicago - I love this tour. I did it last year with a group of friends — a mini college reunion — and liked it so much I did it with my husband this year. The tour guides both times were excellent. (York was our tour guide this year.) It’s a fun, informative, and beautiful way to see the city and learn about Chicago. Plenty of stops with great views and photo opportunities. Always felt safe even when riding with traffic. Highly recommend!
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Diane_h
Aug 14, 2024
Easy, Fun, Informative - Easy pedaling, a balanced variety of stops, and one especially spectacular view. Kelly was a lively, fun guide with nuanced stories about the history of places and buildings. A nice complement to the Architecture Center boat tour. (And good souvenir T-shirts!)
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Attila_turi2
Aug 6, 2024
Great places in Chicago with Trifon - Trifon was a great guide, he showed us some of the best sites of Chicago, the bike ride is easy to average, so anyone who knows how to ride a bicycle can enjoy the tour, there are short and longer stretches (the longer ones are on dedicated bicycle lanes, as is most of the journey). He also gives out some pretty good short facts about the city's history and some of its buildings, so overall it is a very nice introduction to what Chicago has to offer. I recommend a morning tour, as it will leave you time to enjoy the afternoon, either renting a bike on your own or just exploring certain areas you see on the bicycle tour more, afterwards, at your own pace.
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Kes8521
Jul 26, 2024
Great tour - easy ride - We absolutely loved this tour! York was a great guide and provided us with great information about Chicago. Our favorite part was riding along the lakefront. It didn’t hurt that the weather was perfect.
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Andreahd5960pz
Jul 7, 2024
Great Bike Tour! - This bike tour was amazing! Daisy, our tour guide, was so fun and informative. It was a very busy weekend in Chicago and I felt completely safe with Daisy leading the way. I highly recommend this tour and would do it again the next time I’m in Chicago!
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Natalia_l
Jun 29, 2024
Great experience - Great experience. Our guide York was awesome very knowledgeable. We had a great time. I definitely recommend!!
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Julie_z
Jun 26, 2024
Overview of the city - Great way to get started in a city new to me. Guide was great as well knowledgeable. Felt safe even in traffic. Plenty of stops for pictures.
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Bizu_i
Jun 25, 2024
Beautiful scenic ride - Awesome bike ride and a great way to see Chicago and the monuments around the Lake. Absolutely beautiful scenery and great way to learn more about Chicago’s history.
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Cruiser68633401764
Jul 26, 2024
Good exercise while learning - It was a great way to learn about Chicago's history and how to navigate the town. I recommend York as a tour guide. He was funny and made sure to keep my 10 year-old safely by his side while on busier streets.
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