Boston's Emerald Necklace Guided Bicycle Tour

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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Urban AdvenTours, 103 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110, USA

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End point

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Description

Stop At: Urban AdvenTours, 103 Atlantic Ave, Boston, Massachusetts 02110

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.

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: North End, Boston, Massachusetts 02109

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!)

Pass By: Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge, I-93, Boston, Massachusetts

Curious to know the inspiration behind Boston's new(ish) bridge? Our guides will let you know a few fun facts behind the design...

Pass By: TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston, Massachusetts 02114

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

Pass By: Beacon Hill, Between Beacon St and Cambridge St, Beacon Hill, Boston, Massachusetts 02108

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

Stop At: Louisburg Square, Louisburg Square, Boston, Massachusetts 02108

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

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Charles River Esplanade, Storrow Drive, Boston, Massachusetts 02114

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.

Pass By: Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts

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.

Pass By: Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave, Avenue of the Arts, Boston, Massachusetts 02115

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.

Pass By: Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, 25 Evans Way, Boston, Massachusetts 02115

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

Stop At: Emerald Necklace, 125 The Fenway, Boston, Massachusetts 02115

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!

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jamaica Pond, Between The Jamaicaway and Perkins Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02130

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

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts 02130

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

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: South End, Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02118

Ride through Boston's South End neighborhood.

Stop At: Copley Square, 560 Boylston St, Boston, Massachusetts 02116

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Trinity Church, 206 Boylston St, Copley Square, Boston, Massachusetts 02116

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

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: John Hancock Tower, John Hancock Building, 200 Clarendon St, Boston, Massachusetts 02116

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

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Boston Public Library, 700 Boylston St, Boston, Massachusetts 02116

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

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Commonwealth Avenue Mall, 484 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, Massachusetts 02215

Ride in the bike path along Comm Ave

Stop At: Boston Common, 139 Tremont St, Boston, Massachusetts 02111

We'll visit America's oldest park!

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Downtown Crossing, Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02111

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

Pass By: Freedom Trail, 139 Tremont St, Boston, Massachusetts 02111

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.

Pass By: Old South Meeting House, 310 Washington St, Boston, Massachusetts 02108

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

Pass By: Rose Kennedy Greenway, JFK Surface Road, Boston, Massachusetts 02111

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.

Stop At: Boston Harbor Cruises, Boston, Massachusetts 02110

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 4 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 10:00 AM
  • Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Use of bicycle
  • Use of helmet
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • 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.

Cancellation Policy

This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-5151P3

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