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    Self-Guided Bike Rental in San Francisco

    Rent a bike in San Francisco with flexible timing and gear included

    4.5 stars• 2.8K reviews
    From$42/ bikeincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    Up to 10 hours

    Includes

    Helmet, lock, map

    Highlights

    Choose a city, sport, electric, tandem, or kids bike and explore San Francisco at your own pace. Pick up your rental in Fisherman’s Wharf and ride with provided safety gear and route tips.

    • Choose from city, sport, electric, tandem, or kids bikes
    • Ride with flexible start times and self-guided freedom
    • Explore San Francisco streets and hills at your own pace
    • Use included maps and local ride recommendations
    • Pick up your bike at 501 Bay St in Fisherman’s Wharf

    What's Included

    • Helmet
    • Lock
    • Map
    • Front bag
    • Bottle cage
    • Rear rack

    Things to know

    A valid ID and a credit card are required at pickup. A credit card authorization is taken on all rentals, starting at $100 and varying by bike type.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 48+ hours before your reservation date & time for a full refund. Within 48 hours, you are charged in full and it is non-refundable. No-shows are charged in full and non-refundable. If you change dates, the new reservation is charged in full and non-refundable.

    FAQs

    Bring a valid ID and a credit card to pick up your bike.

    Yes. All riders must sign a liability waiver before riding. Riders under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present to sign and accompany them at check-in.

    Yes. A monetary authorization is taken on all rentals and held until all equipment is returned safely. It starts at $100 and varies by bike type (for example: $100 City Bike; $200 Performance; $300 Tandem; $500 Electric bike; $700 Road Aluminum; $1,200 Road Carbon).

    Meeting details

    501 Bay St, Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco, CA 94133

    Experience provided by Bay City Bike
    Experience provided by Bay City Bike

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    City Bike

    $42.40

    Great for getting around the city

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    Sport Bike

    $55.12

    Combine speed and efficiency

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    Electric bike

    $90.10

    What hills!?

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    Tandem Bike

    $90.10

    Share the ride!

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    Kid's stuff

    $31.80

    Bikes/Tag-a-longs/Trailers/Baby-Seats

    0

    Why book through Greetwell?

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      No booking or service fees, ever

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    • Free Cancellation Available

      Most experiences can be cancelled for a full refund

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    Review summary

    4.5
    Excellent
    2.8K reviews•Google Maps

    The bikes here are in great shape, especially the e-bikes that make tackling San Francisco's hills totally manageable. Staff members get consistently high marks for being helpful and friendly right from the start, taking time to explain routes and share solid suggestions for what to see. The operation seems well-organized, with bikes available for both self-guided adventures and guided tours across the Golden Gate Bridge. Ryan and Adam stand out as exceptional tour guides who really know their stuff. Multiple travelers mention how they bring the city's history alive with fascinating stories and insider knowledge, making the experience feel special rather than just another tourist activity. The tours cover major highlights like the Golden Gate Bridge and can extend to Sausalito, with guides who are patient, encouraging, and genuinely passionate about showing off San Francisco. A couple of mechanical issues have popped up with poor responses from staff, which is worth noting. There's also been some confusion about ferry logistics on the return trip, so do your homework on ticketing before you go. That said, the vast majority of people have fantastic experiences here, particularly on the guided tours where the guides' enthusiasm and expertise really shine through.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Had a wonderful family ride with our guide Ryan. Both he and the staff were very helpful in getting us acquainted with the e-bikes, which enabled us to have more of an adventure! Highly recommend a rental here.

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    Matt Steele

    March 30, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Had a wonderful family ride with our guide Ryan. Both he and the staff were very helpful in getting us acquainted with the e-bikes, which enabled us to have more of an adventure! Highly recommend a rental here.

    Photo of Matt Steele

    Matt Steele

    March 30, 2026

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