Category Cycling Tours

Chicago · CYCLING TOURS

The 15 Best Bike Tours in Chicago

22 tours

Eighteen miles of lakefront path make Chicago one of the easier big cities to see from a saddle. These bike tours cover the lakefront run, the neighbourhood loops and the food routes, with distances, bike hire included or not, and prices.

Bikes, Bites & Views: Chicago’s Signature Dishes Bike Tour-Adults

Bikes, Bites & Views: Chicago's Signature Dishes Bike Tour-Adults - Day route: Wrigleyville views, Lincoln Park paths, and Gold Coast mansions

Bike Tour of Chicago’s Lakefront Neighborhoods

Bike Tour of Chicago's Lakefront Neighborhoods - Meet at Lake Shore Drive, Get Bikes, Helmets, and a Simple Plan

2.Bike Tour of Chicago’s Lakefront Neighborhoods

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 241 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Bike Chicago’s lakefront neighborhoods with a small-group guide, 9 miles of mostly flat riding, plus stops like Lincoln Park Zoo and Old Town.

“Dan was EXCELLENT! The only thing that I would say could be approved upon is the time spent in each location. I would have loved to have spent a little more time in Old Town! Guess I’ll have to go back!”

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Chicago’s Ultimate City Bike Tour

Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour - Lakefront Trail riding: the easiest way to see Chicago from the outside-in

3.Chicago’s Ultimate City Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 233 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Bike Chicago's lakefront, Museum Campus, and Grant Park in 3 hours, led by friendly guides with all bikes and helmets.

“Dan was great! He safely guided us through the Chicago masses as the triathlon was happening and provided an overall amazing experience. We went to all the major spots downtown and he showed us amazing views of the city’s skyline! Was also super informative as he talked about the architecture, the Chicago flag and lots more of Chicago's history! 100% recommend to anyone visiting!”

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Chicago: Classic Food & Walking Tour with Free Bike or Kayak

Chicago: Classic Food & Walking Tour with Free Bike or Kayak - The Walk Itself: Downtown Sights With Food-First Storytelling

4.Classic Food & Walking Tour with Free Bike or Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 145 reviews · 3 hours · from $84

A 3-hour Chicago food and walking tour with 5 classic bites plus free 2-hour bike or kayak rental along Lake Michigan.

“Our guide Jeff was incredibly knowledgeable, not only about the food we tried but about the history of the city, as well as the architecture. Jeff kept things moving and very upbeat throughout! I would rate Jeff as a five star guide! My husband and I just finished a two week tour of Greece and had many great guides during that time but Jeff was by far the best! Thank you Jeff from Rob and Shannon.”

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Chicago: Bikes, Bites, and Views Biking Tour – Adults

Chicago: Bikes, Bites, and Views Biking Tour - Adults - How the 4.5 Hours and 13 Miles Work in Practice

5.Bikes, Bites, and Views Biking Tour – Adults

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 141 reviews · 4h 30m · from $89

Adults-only bike tour in Chicago with pizza, hot dogs, brownies, and beer, plus lakefront views, Wrigley Field by day, fountains at night.

“I liked; quality of bikes group size Chicago Deep Pan Pizza and Beer Tasting Nazy Pier Visit Speed tour was conducted at Lillian our tour guide who was brilliant”

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Chicago: Lakefront Neighborhoods Bike Tour

Chicago: Lakefront Neighborhoods Bike Tour - Lincoln Park to the Zoo Area, Where the City Gets Its Personality

Chicago’s West Side Foodie Ride Bike Tour

Chicago's West Side Foodie Ride Bike Tour - The meeting point near Navy Pier, then you roll out like locals

7.Chicago’s West Side Foodie Ride Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $99

Chicago West Side Foodie Bike Tour: small-group ride with big tastings, neighborhoods like Wicker Park and Ukrainian Village, optional beer.

“This trip was incredible. What a wonderful way to visit some of the neighborhoods of Chicago and experience some of the cuisine. Our guide Tryfon was excellent. He was very engaging and always made sure the group was together and safe. I highly recommend this trip!”

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Chicago Family Food and Bike Tour with Top Attractions

Chicago Family Food and Bike Tour with Top Attractions - Lakefront Trail, Oak Street Beach, and North Avenue Beach: where Chicago “clicks”

8.Chicago Family Food and Bike Tour with Top Attractions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $79

Ride Chicago’s top lakeside sights and parks, then eat classic deep-dish and hot dog favorites on a guided family bike tour.

“My granddaughter and I enjoyed every minute of our bike tour. Josie, our guide, was the greatest. She was encouraging and kind with a 72 year old man and his 10 year old grandchild. She had tremendous knowledge of the city and became a best friend to my granddaughter. I felt safe despite some initial apprehension about riding a bike in the city. It was without a doubt the best experience we had in Chicago.”

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Chicago Full Day Bike Rental

Chicago Full Day Bike Rental - Where you start: 540 N Lake Shore Dr, and how that shapes your day

9.Chicago Full Day Bike Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $29

Full-day bike rental in Chicago with helmet, lock, map, and a flexible route from Navy Pier to Millennium Park and more.

“Consiglio vivamente di fare l’esperienza in bici lungo la pista ciclabile del lago. Un metodo per vedere tanto in poco tempo. Abbiamo sfruttato appieno la giornata, grazie alle bici. I nostri figli 14 e 12 anni felicissimi. Visitato tutti i parchi lungo il lago senza grossi sforzi.”

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Chicago: Ultimate City Attractions Bike Tour

Chicago: Ultimate City Attractions Bike Tour - Where the Tour Starts (and Why This Location Matters)

10.Ultimate City Attractions Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews · 3 hours · from $59

Ride Chicago’s lakefront by bike. Millennium Park sculptures, Buckingham Fountain, Northerly Island, Museum Campus, skyline views in 3 hours.

“Amazing guide and tour. Bikes were excellent and gave us chance to see so much of the city you wouldn’t access on any other tour. Loved it!!”

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Chicago: Full-Day or Half-Day Bike Rental

Chicago: Full-Day or Half-Day Bike Rental - Half-Day Or Full-Day Freedom, Build A Route That Fits Your Group

11.Full-Day or Half-Day Bike Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 22 reviews · 1 day · from $23

Rent a bike in Chicago near Navy Pier, get a helmet and map, and pedal the lakefront or neighborhoods at your own pace for $23.

“Tutto molto bello. Peccato che l’orario di chiusura è alle 18:30 e non alle 20:00 come indicato nella descrizione.”

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Chicago: Westside Food Tasting Bike Tour with Guide

Chicago: Westside Food Tasting Bike Tour with Guide - Meeting at River North and getting your bearings fast

12.Westside Food Tasting Bike Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 16 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

Ride Chicago’s West Side by bike for 4 hours of pierogis, tacos, burgers, craft beer, and big-city views along the 606 and Lakefront Trail.

“Joe was an amazing guide: professional, fun, engaging. The bikes were perfectly maintained! The route was lovely and the food was awesome (I appreciate the focus on smaller awesome non-chain vendors… we even happened to meet two owner!)”

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Chicago Lakefront Electric Bike Tour

Chicago Lakefront Electric Bike Tour - Getting set up at 441 E Erie St (and avoiding the common headaches)

13.Chicago Lakefront Electric Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour (approx.) · from $69

Private Chicago lakefront e-bike ride with helmets and a guide, hitting Navy Pier, Field Museum, Adler, and Buckingham Fountain for $69.

“Conflicting directions on the app for where to arrive and meet up. One address was a parking garage. The description said to find them near the Buckingham fountain; which was not near the 411 E Erie St meeting place. Yes, I went to both places and back to the first place about 12:50 to find no bikes or group or indication of a bike ride. Thus, I requested a full refund which I hope was granted. I have used Viator for many excursions and this was a famous first. Instead of accepting the confusion of two different sets of directions of where to meet up; I was found at fault…”

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Chicago Half-Day Bike Rental

Chicago Half-Day Bike Rental - The Included Map Turns Chicago Into a Choose-Your-Own Loop

15.Chicago Half-Day Bike Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $19Best value

Rent a bike for about 4 hours in Chicago, with helmet, lock, and map to cruise Navy Pier, The Bean, Lincoln Park, and more.

“Very fun family friendly activity on lake Michigan’s waterfront. Easy to find Bobby’s bike hike. Easy path for all types of riders.”

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