Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour
Overview
Inclusions
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Tour Guide
What to expect
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Pass By: Lakefront Trail, 540 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611-3414
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.
Pass By: Field Museum, 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605-2827
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.
Stop At: Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605-2490
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Adler Planetarium, 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60605-2489
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Northerly Island, S. Lynn White Dr., Chicago, IL 60605
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Soldier Field, 1410 S Museum Campus Dr, Chicago, IL 60605-2902
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.
Pass By: 12th Street Beach, 1200 S Linn White Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
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.
Stop At: Grant Park, 337 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park, Chicago, IL 60605
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Millennium Park, 201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601-6530
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: The Chicago Theatre, 175 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601-3623
The Iconic Chicago Theater marquee sign.
Pass By: Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601
Marvel at the breathtaking design and natural beauty of the brand new Chicago Riverwalk.
Stop At: Daley Bicentennial Plaza, 337 E Randolph Dr, Chicago, IL 60602-1305
Marvel at the famous Picasso sculpture and the towering skyscrapers of the Loop
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Lakefront Trail, 540 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60611-3414
Enjoy a gorgeous ride along the lakefront.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Museum Campus, Museum Campus, Chicago, Illinois
Enjoy a bike ride through Chicago's Museum Campus
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- 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
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- 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
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Overall great! Ride thru old airport site, really cool...View from Planatarium, and Bean. Noah very knowledable about city!
Overall great! Ride thru old airport site, really cool...View from Planatarium, and Bean. Noah very knowledable about city!We took this 4th trip of our 2022 world bike tour of Canada and Chicago, with Gabe as our intrepid leader. He didn’t disappoint with his easy going nature, knowledge and great anecdotes which made the trip entertaining and enjoyable! Again, we were taken to places that other walking trips just do...
We took this 4th trip of our 2022 world bike tour of Canada and Chicago, with Gabe as our intrepid leader. He didn’t disappoint with his easy going nature, knowledge and great anecdotes which made the trip entertaining and enjoyable! Again, we were taken to places that other walking trips just don’t reach and were spared the mates’ eateries and bars. Bikes were well maintained and comfortable and all in all, was an experience we would definitely recommend to first timers in Chicago. Thanks guysAll the sightseeing Enjoying the view of the lake. Paul was amazing. He made it very fun. Great way to see Chicago
All the sightseeing Enjoying the view of the lake. Paul was amazing. He made it very fun. Great way to see ChicagoOur guide Paul did not spare any effort to make the ride pleasurable and memorable. He was respectful, knowledgable, friendly, and enthusiastic.
Our guide Paul did not spare any effort to make the ride pleasurable and memorable. He was respectful, knowledgable, friendly, and enthusiastic.The bike tour was definitely one of the highlights of our trip! Our guide Paul was extremely knowledgable about the city and the pace was just right! We went with our 13 year old who loved the experience. Would highly recommend this as a way to see Chicago.
The bike tour was definitely one of the highlights of our trip! Our guide Paul was extremely knowledgable about the city and the pace was just right! We went with our 13 year old who loved the experience. Would highly recommend this as a way to see Chicago.Jake was an amazing guide. He kept us engaged with his knowledge of Chicago history and kept us safe on the streets. We would definitely recommend this tour!
Jake was an amazing guide. He kept us engaged with his knowledge of Chicago history and kept us safe on the streets. We would definitely recommend this tour!