easy
3 hours
Suitable for individuals with basic fitness who can comfortably ride an e-bike for a few hours with breaks.
Join the Bike n Bites Tour for a tasty, easy 3-hour e-bike journey through Madison’s east side. Sample local flavors and explore historic sites with every pedal stroke!
Cost $129 • 3 Hours • Ages 18+
Embark on a delightful 3-hour bike tour through Madison's vibrant east side neighborhoods! Sample 7 delicious food tastings and 2 refreshing drinks while exploring historic sites and local gems. With electric-assist BCycles, enjoy an easy ride as you savor unique flavors and learn about the area's rich history.
Person: $129
All individuals must be 18 years or older to participate.
3 Hours
Explore the tastes and sights of Madison’s beautiful and bikeable east-side neighborhoods! Join us on a BCycle as we explore the Willy Street, Atwood, and Olbrich neighborhoods.
Enjoy 7 food tastings and 2 drink samples!
We’ll start at the historic Garver Feed Mill where we’ll get an overview of the tour, and learn the basics of riding the BCycles. At Garver, we’ll enjoy samples from two resident businesses, Roll Play and Kosa or Ian’s Pizza. Roll Play features Asian street food and we will sampe two items from their menu. Ian's offers pizza by the slice and Kosa prepares vegan dishes in the Ayurvedic tradition. Be ready to have your senses ignited!
As we pedal easily (the new BCycles have electric assist and are a breeze to ride!) along the bike path and side streets, we’ll make our second stop at Taco Local for tacos and marg samples. From there we’ll pedal along the lake path and neighborhood streets to the Willy Street neighborhood. We’ll learn about the African American history of this neighborhood, including the oldest known Madison resident who lived on Willy Street! We visit Orton Park--Orton Park was Madison’s first city park, and before that it had a more spooky history. Can you guess what it was?
We'll stop at Starkweather for a sample of beer and light bar snacks!
From there we’ll cruise back toward Garver where we'll enjoy real Wisconsin ice cream before ending the tour.
After parking the bikes and finishing the tour, feel free to enjoy more patio time at Garver.
*Tastings and stops subject to change
Gratuities are appreciated by our guide team. Typically the industry rate is 18-20%
The tour cost includes the guided tour, the use of the bike for the duration, all samples. In addition you get usage of B-cycle during the tour and 20% off a monthly membership.
Dress in breathable, weather-appropriate clothes for a comfortable biking and tasting experience.
Stay hydrated throughout the ride, especially on warm days.
Arriving 10-15 minutes before the start ensures proper e-bike adjustments and a smooth departure.
Inform Madison Eats ahead of time to accommodate allergies or preferences.
Madison’s east side features historic architecture dating back to the early 1900s, reflecting the city’s development as a regional hub.
Madison Eats promotes sustainable tourism by partnering with local businesses that prioritize eco-friendly practices and reducing waste.
Provides stability and protection during biking segments.
Keeps you dry in case of spring showers.
spring specific
Protects eyes from glare and sunlight during outdoor riding.
summer specific
Adds warmth during cooler autumn rides.
fall specific