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Self-Guided Golden Gate Park Bike Rental
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Golden Gate Park: Self-Guided Bike Rental Explore at Your Own Pace

By Bay City Bicycle Rentals & Tours
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Features
Overview
  • Enjoy the freedom of exploring Golden Gate Park at your pace
  • Capture the beauty of Stow Lake and Conservatory of Flowers
  • Explore lush gardens, including the Japanese Tea Garden
  • Cruise past Victorian homes in vibrant Haight-Ashbury
  • Pedal along the scenic oceanfront path with stunning views

Activity location

  • Behind the Music Concourse near Japanese Tea Garden
    • Golden Gate Park
    • San Francisco, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Parkwide Bike Rentals & Tours
    • Music Concourse Drive
    • San Francisco, California, United States of America

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedHigh-quality bike rental for the day
  • What's includedWhat's includedEn route roadside assistance
  • What's includedWhat's includedHelmet, lock, and map
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTour guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

  • Infants 6 months and younger may join in one of the children’s attachments. Caravans are available for small children who cannot ride their own bike. This is an additional cost payable the day of the activity.
  • You must be 13 or older to ride an electric bike.
  • Helmets are required for riders 17 and younger.
  • You must be able to ride a bicycle on your own.
  • Electric bikes require a refundable pre-authorization.
  • You must present a valid credit card on the day of the activity.

What you can expect

Discover the beauty of Golden Gate Park on a self-guided bike adventure! With your choice of a hybrid or electric bike, you’ll have the freedom to explore over 1,000 acres of lush landscapes, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems. Equipped with a detailed map featuring 3 scenic routes, this bike rental gives you the flexibility to ride at your own pace and take in the park’s best sights.

Start your journey from our convenient shop near Golden Gate Park and cruise through the historic Haight-Ashbury area, once the heart of the counterculture movement. Pedal past colourful Victorian homes before entering Golden Gate Park’s vast green spaces. From there, the adventure is yours to shape!

Within the park, explore the stunning Conservatory of Flowers, the San Francisco Botanical Garden, the tranquil Japanese Tea Garden, and the beautiful Shakespeare Garden. Feel free to stop and lock up your bike to visit world-class museums like the California Academy of Sciences and the DeYoung Museum.

If you’re in the mood for outdoor exploration, take the scenic route to Stow Lake and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Pedal along the oceanfront bike path to the beach and sand dunes, or head to the San Francisco Zoo for a wildlife experience. End your journey by passing the iconic Bison Paddock and picturesque Spreckels Lake as you make your way back.

This self-guided bike rental offers a unique way to experience Golden Gate Park’s natural beauty, culture, and history—at your own pace.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBehind the Music Concourse near Japanese Tea Garden
    • Golden Gate Park
    • San Francisco, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEParkwide Bike Rentals & Tours
    • Music Concourse Drive
    • San Francisco, California, United States of America