Cycling Manhattan with Brooklyn Giro Bicycle Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable riding for a few hours and maintaining a consistent pace.
Overview
Join Brooklyn Giro Bicycle Tours for a half-day ride across Manhattan’s most iconic bridges and sites. Experience the city from a cyclist’s vantage point, with stunning views and local insights guiding your journey through the borough’s lively waterfronts and historic neighborhoods.
A DAY IN MANHATTAN TOUR
6 Hours • A Half-Day Cycling Tour of Manhattan & Central Park
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About This Adventure
Experience the ultimate half-day cycling tour of Manhattan, starting from the iconic Manhattan Bridge. Ride along the East River, explore historic sites, and enjoy stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and Central Park. This comprehensive adventure promises unforgettable sights, local insights, and a memorable photo opportunity with two iconic bridges.
A Half-Day Cycling Tour of Manhattan & Central Park
Duration
6 Hours
About
Yes, we get it! Brooklyn is in our name, right? But we are a part of New York City's Five Boroughs.
And we know more about the "city", as locals call it; offering THE MOST COMPLETE TOUR OF MANHATTAN available. Period!
This ride starts underneath the Manhattan Bridge in Lower Manhattan and travels along the EAST RIVER ESPLANADE with sweeping views of the EAST RIVER, THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE & THE MANHATTAN BRIDGE.
We head into SOUTHPORT SEAPORT to examine the history of the Shipping Industry and then into to BATTERY PARK with views of the STATUE OF LIBERTY, THE SHRINE OF ST. ELIZABETH BAYLEY SETON, SOUTH PORT FERRY TERMINAL, and ELLIS ISLAND.
This breathtaking waterfront ride continues along the HUDSON RIVER GREENWAY with views of the HUDSON RIVER, CHELSEA PIERS, THE INTREPID, THE MEATPACKING DISTRICT, THE HIGHLAND PARK & FINALLY RIVERSIDE PARK.
We explore the UPPERWEST SIDE OF MANHATTAN - JULLIARD, LINCOLN CENTER, MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, BEACON THEATER & COLUMBUS CIRCLE.
There are plenty of lunch options on the UPPERWEST SIDE near COLUBUS CIRCLE. You can have a bite in the TIME WARNER BUILDING or from one the many STREET VENDORS in New York City. We will watch the awesome bike we provided, and you will have 1 hour to relax and enjoy many of the food options before we explore CENTRAL PARK.
Then we bike through the most visited park in the United States - CENTRAL PARK. There is no better way to do the almost 6 mile loop than on a bicycle with breathtaking views of the GREAT LAWN, THE CENTRAL PARK LAKE, THE HARLEM MEER, TAVERN ON THE GREEN, THE GUGHEHIEM, THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART & STRAWBERRY FIELDS.
This one of kind ride around the MANHATTAN WATERFRONT and through Central Park continues with a quick ride through Midtown Manhattan towards TIMES SQUARE and to the EAST RIVER ESPLANADE. A ride along the EAST SIDE of MANHATTAN promises views of LONG ISLAND CITY from across the EAST RIVER, the QUEENSBOURGH BRIDGE in the distance & THE WILLAIMSBURG BRIDGE beofore finishing.
We will stop to take an awesome picture of you and your fellow riders with the two bridges- THE MANHATTAN BRIDGE & THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE - in the backdrop!
There is no other tour available which covers as much of MANHATTAN!
We promise!
Adventure Tips
Check your bike before the tour
Ensure your bike is well-maintained and properly fitted for comfort and safety on the ride.
Bring weather-appropriate gear
Dress in layers and carry rain gear or sun protection depending on the forecast to stay comfortable throughout the ride.
Stay alert at intersections
Pay close attention when crossing busy streets and at intersections to ensure safety for yourself and others.
Pace yourself and take breaks
Schedule short stops to rest, hydrate, and enjoy the views; don’t rush through the experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons
- Seagulls
History
The Manhattan Bridge, completed in 1909, was one of the last and most complex of the city’s own suspension bridges, representing architectural innovation of its time.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes responsible riding, encouraging participants to stay on designated paths and support local businesses and eco-friendly initiatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Helmet
A helmet is essential for safety during the ride and is often provided or recommended for all participants.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from sun exposure, especially during longer rides on sunny days.
summer specific
Layers of clothing
Dress in layers to adjust to changing temperatures and avoid overheating or getting cold.
spring|fall|winter specific
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the ride, especially on warmer days.