Emerald Necklace Tour

Tour Times

• 10am (after September 15th)

Duration

• 3.5-4 hours long
• 15+ miles
• *Please note that this tour is not recommended for inexperienced or young riders.

Some of the highlights of this tour include:

• The Boston Common and Public Garden
• The famous Charles River Esplanade
• The Museum of Fine Arts and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
• The Rose Kennedy Greenway – Boston’s newest public park
• The Arnold Arboretum
• Jamaica Pond and Jamaica Plain
• The Southwest Corridor Park
• And many more exciting sights!

Want to see an American masterpiece in landscaping?

The Emerald Necklace tour is an amazing way to see Boston’s most famous green spaces in a ‘green’ way.

Discover Frederick Law Olmsted’s famous system of parks on this bicycle tour of the historic Emerald Necklace. From the shaded boulevard on Commonwealth Avenue to the popular shores of Jamaica Pond to the winding paths of the Arnold Arboretum, come enjoy a route that’s a favorite among locals and the best way to see the green side of Boston. The Parks are gorgeous any time of the year, but the foliage peaks in color between mid October and early November.

This tour visits the Emerald Necklace, a series of parks designed by Fredrick Law Olmsted, that snake through different neighborhoods of Boston.

All of our tours include an individually-fitted bicycle, helmet, water, and, of course, a friendly and knowledgeable guide who will lead you on your travels.

Additional Information

This tour is not recommended for inexperienced or young riders. Participants must be comfortable riding 15+ miles over a time span of up to four hours. We do not allow tandem bikes, burley trailers, or trail-a-bikes on this tour.

While our guides will provide water, you might consider bringing a sports drink or snack as well as sunglasses and sunscreen. Any luggage, large bags, or bulky jackets can be left at the shop during the tour.

This tour may be scheduled as a private tour any time of the year. Please call us for more information.