Cycle through San Francisco’s legendary sights on this guided bike tour, combining history, stunning vistas, and a scenic ferry ride. Discover the city’s coastal secrets with Bay City Bike’s unforgettable adventure.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic cycling endurance and comfort riding on shared bike paths and city streets.
Wildlife
History
The Golden Gate Bridge, completed in 1937, is one of the world’s most recognizable engineering feats, symbolizing resilience and innovation.
Conservation
Bay City Bike emphasizes eco-friendly practices, encouraging participants to minimize their carbon footprint and respect local wildlife habitats.
Bay City Bike
Cycle through San Francisco’s legendary sights on this guided bike tour, combining history, stunning vistas, and a scenic ferry ride. Discover the city’s coastal secrets with Bay City Bike’s unforgettable adventure.
Bay City Bike is a San Francisco–based tour operator specializing in guided bike tours, electric bike rentals, and combination experiences that pair cycling with Alcatraz visits and nearby attractions.
Operating from Fisherman’s Wharf and other central departure points, Bay City Bike offers a variety of itineraries including full‑day and half‑day guided rides, hop‑on hop‑off bus and bike combos, and shuttle‑supported trips to nearby natural areas. Tour options include Alcatraz & Streets of San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, Streets of San Francisco, and combined Alcatraz + bridge rides that begin at Fisherman’s Wharf.
Options range from guided electric bike tours to self‑guided full‑day electric bike rentals that can be redeemed anytime during a guest’s stay. Other offerings include a hop‑on hop‑off bus plus bridge ride combo, a Muir Woods shuttle combined with biking and Sausalito free time, and a classic VW Bug sightseeing option called SF Love Tours with daily departures.
For athletic events, Bay City Bike provides bike rentals and race support services tailored to triathletes participating in events such as Escape From Alcatraz, offering aluminum and carbon road bikes and pre‑booked mechanic appointments. The company also offers add‑on Alcatraz tickets paired with rentals or guided tours to create convenient, multi‑part experiences.
Bay City Bike’s focus on combining official Alcatraz visits, scenic Golden Gate Bridge crossings, and flexible e‑bike rentals makes it a practical choice for visitors seeking a range of cycling and sightseeing options in San Francisco. Reservations are available online today.
Tours Offered
11 Tours
Guided rides and combo packages
Flexible Rentals
Full‑day E‑bikes
Redeem bikes anytime
Based In
San Francisco
Departures from Fisherman’s Wharf
Unique Vehicles
VW Bug Tours
SF Love Tours with daily departures
Book Bay City Bike experiences in San Francisco — choose Alcatraz combos, Golden Gate Bridge rides to Sausalito, full‑day e‑bike rentals, or specialty tours and check availability.
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
Layers are recommended to stay comfortable as temperatures can fluctuate along the coast.
Bring a camera and sunglasses
Capture the iconic views of the Golden Gate and Alcatraz while enjoying UV protection during the ride.
Stay hydrated and take regular breaks
Ensure you carry water and pause to rest, especially if cycling in warmer conditions.
Check the ferry schedule in advance
Verify departure times to coordinate your ride and ferry return smoothly without rushing.
Helmet
A helmet is crucial for safety during the bike ride.
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from UV rays during outdoor exposure.
summer
Light jacket or windbreaker
Layer up for cooler weather or windier conditions along the coast.
spring|fall|winter
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your ride through the city and along the shoreline.