Explore San Francisco on Two Wheels: Bay City Bike Rentals and Tours
Discover San Francisco's iconic landmarks and scenic beauty on two wheels with Bay City Bike Rentals and Tours, the ultimate biking experience.
Bay City Bike Rentals and Tours offers the perfect opportunity to discover San Francisco's scenic vistas and iconic landmarks on a bicycle. Located in the vibrant Fisherman's Wharf area, this rental service provides a range of bicycles suitable for all levels of riders, from leisurely cruisers to sporty mountain bikes. It's an ideal way to experience the city at your own pace while soaking in the stunning views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge.
A brief summary to Bay City Bike Rentals and Tours
- 2661 Taylor St, San Francisco, Fisherman's Wharf, California, 94133, US
- +1415-346-2453
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-7 pm
- Thursday 8 am-7 pm
- Friday 8 am-7 pm
- Saturday 8 am-7 pm
- Sunday 8 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Book your bike in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons to ensure availability.
- Consider renting an electric bike for easier navigation of San Francisco's hilly terrain.
- Don’t forget to wear a helmet and follow local traffic rules for a safe biking experience.
- Ask for a map of recommended bike routes to make the most of your ride.
- Check the weather forecast before heading out, as fog can roll in quickly in the bay area.
Getting There
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Bus
From the downtown Berkeley BART station, exit and head to the bus stop on Shattuck Avenue. Take the AC Transit bus Line 51 to 'San Francisco - Transbay Terminal'. Once you arrive at the Transbay Terminal, transfer to Muni bus Line 39. Board the bus and get off at the stop 'Taylor St & Jefferson St'. Bay City Bike Rentals and Tours is a short walk from there.
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Bicycle
If you are comfortable biking, you can bike from Berkeley to San Francisco. Start by heading south on Shattuck Avenue toward University Avenue. Continue on University Avenue, which turns into the bridge access road leading to the Bay Bridge. Cross the bridge (note: biking on the Bay Bridge requires a bike permit). Once in San Francisco, follow signs toward Fisherman's Wharf. Bay City Bike Rentals and Tours is located at 2661 Taylor St. Expect this trip to take around 30-40 minutes depending on your pace.
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Walking
If you're near the UC Berkeley campus, you can walk to the nearest bus stop on Shattuck Avenue. From there, take the AC Transit bus Line 51 to San Francisco. After arriving at the Transbay Terminal, transfer to Muni bus Line 39 and get off at 'Taylor St & Jefferson St'. Bay City Bike Rentals and Tours will be a short walk from this stop. This combined journey will take approximately 1.5 hours.
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Train
Take the BART train from downtown Berkeley towards San Francisco. Get off at the Embarcadero station. From there, exit the station and either walk towards the Ferry Building where you can catch a ferry to Sausalito and bike back, or take the Muni bus Line 39 to Taylor St & Jefferson St. Bike Rentals and Tours will be a short walk from there.
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