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    Family-Friendly Charles River Bike Tour in Boston

    Ride the Charles River paths on a family-friendly Boston bike tour

    4.8 stars• 1.4K reviews
    From$134/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2-2.5 Hours

    Includes

    Bike, helmet, guide

    Highlights

    Pedal an easygoing route along the Charles River, designed for families and riders who want mostly bike paths. Cruise past Boston and Cambridge views with a guide leading the way.

    • Ride a route that’s almost entirely on bike paths along the Charles River
    • See the Esplanade and the Hatch Shell
    • Pass the Zakim Bridge
    • Visit the Charlestown Navy Yard area to spot Old Ironsides (USS Constitution)
    • Choose a 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM start time
    • Cover under 10 miles in about 2 to 2.5 hours

    What's Included

    • Individually-fitted bike
    • Helmet
    • Water
    • Friendly, knowledgeable guide

    Things to know

    Burley trailers and tandem bikes are not permitted. Children must be at least 12 months old; riders age 16 and under are required to wear a helmet (all guests wear a helmet). You can add upgrades like an electric bike or full-day rental extension for an extra charge.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel penalty-free up to 48 hours after booking unless the event is within 14 days. More than 14 days prior: 50% refund. Within 14 days: non-refundable (may reschedule for $25 per ticket, based on availability). Full refund if Urban AdvenTours cancels the event.

    FAQs

    Arrive 30 minutes before your tour start time for check-in, paperwork, and bike fitting. If you arrive late, you won’t be able to catch up to the group and you won’t be refunded or rescheduled.

    Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sneakers or other closed-toe shoes with good tread. Avoid skirts or dress clothes, high heels or dress shoes, large purses, and loose clothing that could get caught in the bike chain.

    Bring a water bottle (free refills are available at the shop), plus sunscreen and sunglasses in warm weather. You can also bring an optional snack or sports drink. Leave large bags, luggage, and bulky jackets at the shop.

    Meeting details

    103 Atlantic Ave, Boston MA

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    Adult on electric bike

    $134.40

    Recommended! Must be 16 years or older to ride an e-bike

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    Child

    $78.40

    Between 1 and 12 years old - Child must be confident on a two wheel bicycle.

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    Adult on city bike

    $78.40

    Ages 13+

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    1.4K reviews•Google Maps

    Urban AdvenTours delivers exactly what Boston visitors want: an engaging way to see the city while getting exercise and local insight. The guided bike tours consistently earn praise for knowledgeable, safety-conscious guides like Costa, Jonathan, Austin, and Charles who share both historical facts and personal stories at strategic stops throughout the city. Reviewers love how much ground they cover in 2-3 hours, hitting major sights while discovering details they'd miss on foot. The quality bikes come with baskets for your stuff, and the shop happily stores larger items like backpacks and luggage. Beyond tours, they offer bike rentals and same-day repair services that customers describe as reasonably priced and helpful. You'll want to be a confident cyclist since the routes navigate busy Boston streets with frequent stops and starts. One troubling review raises concerns about discriminatory treatment toward customers of color, which stands in stark contrast to the otherwise overwhelmingly positive feedback about friendly, accommodating staff. Most visitors call this their favorite Boston activity and the best way to get oriented in the city, with bonus points for the free photos guides share after tours.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I am very pleased with Urban Adventours after my rental. They gave me a really nice road bike to use in exploring the city and the routes they have on the website says a lot about how serious they are at what they do. The staff was also very nice and made my experience such a memorable one. 100 STARS!!!

    Photo of Gus Artivan Lastimosa

    Gus Artivan Lastimosa

    April 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I am very pleased with Urban Adventours after my rental. They gave me a really nice road bike to use in exploring the city and the routes they have on the website says a lot about how serious they are at what they do. The staff was also very nice and made my experience such a memorable one. 100 STARS!!!

    Photo of Gus Artivan Lastimosa

    Gus Artivan Lastimosa

    April 3, 2026

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