Rent a bike in San Francisco to explore world-famous landmarks, scenic parks, and vibrant neighborhoods at your own pace. Bay City Bike offers top-quality bikes for all ages and skill levels, complete with gear and insider route tips.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, but some experience with bike handling is helpful for navigating hills.
Wildlife
History
San Francisco’s bike culture grew significantly after the early 2000s with expanded bike lanes and green initiatives.
Conservation
Bay City Bike promotes sustainable tourism by encouraging cycling as a zero-emission way to experience the city.
Bay City Bike
Rent a bike in San Francisco to explore world-famous landmarks, scenic parks, and vibrant neighborhoods at your own pace. Bay City Bike offers top-quality bikes for all ages and skill levels, complete with gear and insider route tips.
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.
Bring a Helmet
Although helmets may be provided, bringing your own ensures a perfect fit and added comfort during your ride.
Check Your Route Elevation
San Francisco’s hills can be challenging; choose electric bikes if you want assistance on steep inclines.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a water bottle to stay refreshed, especially when biking during warmer months or longer rides.
Lock Your Bike Securely
Use provided locks to secure your bike when stopping—San Francisco is bike-friendly but lock theft can happen.
Multi-layer Clothing
Allows you to adapt to San Francisco’s rapidly changing spring weather.
spring
Helmet
Protect your head and stay safe during your ride.
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is essential on sunny, warm days.
summer
Windbreaker Jacket
Blocks wind and keeps you comfortable during cooler or breezy rides.
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