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Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour

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Overview

Get acquainted with Chicago’s most iconic landmarks on this riotous guided bicycle tour! Join the expert guides of Bobby’s Bike Hike, America’s longest-running city bicycle tour company, on this exciting and informative adventure. Over the course of a 3-hour bike ride (traversed at a nice leisurely pace), you’ll get up close and personal with Chicago’s legendary Museum Campus, Grant Park, and Millennium Park. You’ll become intimately familiar with Soldier Field, The Adler Planetarium, Buckingham Fountain, The Pritzker Pavilion, and Cloud Gate (the formal name of Chicago’s dearly-beloved “Bean”). This tour is perfect for first time visitors looking to see all of the classic hotspots, and for returning guests looking to understand more about the landmarks they know and love. Hop on two wheels, and come make memories that are sure to last a lifetime!

What's Included

  • Bicycle
  • Helmet
  • Tour Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • $10 per person suggested guide gratuity. (via Cash, Venmo and PayPal)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

North Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60611, USA

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What To Expect

Lakefront Trail (Pass By)

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.
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Field Museum (Pass By)

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.
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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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Soldier Field (Pass By)

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.
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12th Street Beach (Pass By)

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.
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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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Chicago Theatre (Pass By)

The Iconic Chicago Theater marquee sign.
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Daley Bicentennial Plaza

Marvel at the famous Picasso sculpture and the towering skyscrapers of the Loop
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lakefront Trail

Enjoy a gorgeous ride along the lakefront.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum Campus

Enjoy a bike ride through Chicago's Museum Campus
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chicago’s Ultimate City Bike Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Bicycle
  • Helmet
  • Tour Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • $10 per person suggested guide gratuity. (via Cash, Venmo and PayPal)

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Cancellation Policy

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour 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.

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