Philly Waterfront Bike Tour

Get a whirlwind tour of Philadelphia on one of our eco-friendly E-bikes! With a local guide at the helm, you’ll see top attractions and experience the history and culture of iconic Philly neighborhoods.

We’ll start out on the Delaware River waterfront, cruising past Spruce Street Harbor Park and several historic river attractions. We’ll then explore Old City, home of the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and other American Revolutionary War sites.

South of the historic district, Society Hill is known for its charming houses and streets that will transport you right back to colonial times.

Heading north, we’ll feel a different vibe in the trendy neighborhoods of Fishtown and Northern Liberties. Known for their innovative restaurants and entertainment venues, this neighborhood might be your post-tour destination for food and drinks.

Alternatively, you might want to return on foot to our last stop, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, offering spectacular city and river views day or night!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Penn's Landing, On the Delaware River from Market St. to Lombard St., Philadelphia, PA 19103

Running along the eastern side of the city, Philly’s waterfront is home to a bike trail connecting a number of sites of interest and attractions, including Spruce Street Harbor Park, Penn Treaty Park, and a few historic ships and private houseboats. As you cruise along the Delaware River Trail, your tour guide will fill you in on the river’s long history and the city’s more recent efforts to make the waterfront a destination for visitors and locals alike.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Society Hill, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Your Philly bike tour will pass through two major historic neighborhoods, including Society Hill, known for its charming brick streets, quaint colonial residential houses, and pedestrian-friendly greenways. You’ll enjoy a quick sightseeing tour here before moving on to another significant historic district, Old City, home to Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell.

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Northern Liberties, Philadelphia, PA

Your Philadelphia sightseeing tour aboard our easy-to-use E-bikes will pass through this more modern neighborhood known for its eclectic food scene as well as the nearby trendy neighborhood called Fishtown.

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy city skyline views from this historic bridge spanning the Delaware River and connecting Philadelphia to New Jersey.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, 916 S Swanson St, Philadelphia, PA 19147-4332

You’ll pass by this historic church and graveyard that holds the history of Philadelphia’s first settlers. Your tour guide will provide a background of the city’s early immigration history and some interesting details behind this building, the first church in Pennsylvania!

Pass By: Independence Hall, Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106

On our bike tour segment through Old City Philadelphia, we’ll pass by Independence Hall, famed as the birthplace of American independence and where both the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed!

Pass By: Liberty Bell Center, 6th Street Between Market and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Across from Independence Hall sits another icon of the American Revolution, the Liberty Bell! We’ll pass by this building housing a symbol of the nation as your tour guide provides some fascinating stories and background on the bell and its role in American history and culture over the years.

Pass By: Spruce Street Harbor Park, S Christopher Columbus Blvd at Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

This riverside respite provides shade and relaxation areas for tourists and locals alike. You might want to return here following your bike tour to grab a bite to eat, rest your legs, or even visit one of the dockside attractions like the Independence Seaport Museum and the Cruiser Olympia and Submarine Becuna.

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.