Private EBike Tour of Santa Monica and Venice Beaches

Santa Monica, US
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Excellent (63 reviews)

Highlights

  • Cruise along the beach bike path
  • Stop for photo ops at Santa Monica Pier
  • Visit the spot where Hollywood celebrities partied
  • Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Venice Beach
  • Explore the Venice Canals Walkway

Meeting Point

214 Pier Ave is NOT the same as the Santa Monica Pier 214 Pier Ave is 1.3 miles (2km) south of the SM Pier 214 Pier Avenue (just east of Main Street) Main Street section of Santa Monica Santa Monica, CA 90405 We share the shop with State Farm insurance

Meeting point

east of Main Street, 214 Pier Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405 , United States

End point

End Point

214 Pier Ave is NOT the same as the Santa Monica Pier 214 Pier Ave is 1.3 miles (2km) south of the SM Pier 214 Pier Avenue (just east of Main Street) Main Street section of Santa Monica Santa Monica, CA 90405 We share the shop with State Farm insurance

Meeting point

east of Main Street, 214 Pier Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

26-Mile Bike Path

3/4 of the tour takes place 26-Mile Bike Path with stops all along the way for stories, trivia and interesting attractions.Come ride with me and you will see... 2 to 2.5 hours includes many 10 to 15 minute stops at attractions listed.

Duration 120 minutes
2

Santa Monica Pier

Great photo op with the world-famous pier, ferris wheel and rollercoaster in the background. 15 minutes overlaps with and is part of time spent on the 26 miles bike path, SM state beach & Santa Monica bay. *Note: bike riding is not permitted on the pier.

Duration 15 minutes
3

Annenberg Community Beach House

This is a spot where celebrities used to hang out and party. We swing by for a few quick stories. 15 minutes overlaps with longer attraction times and is part of the total 3 hour tour.

Duration 15 minutes
4

Venice Beach

Venice Beach vibrates with activity. An original hippy hangout that still maintains an eclectic vibe and an anything goes attitude. We'll check out all the best attractions along the beach. 1 hour time overlaps with and is part of time spent on 26 mile bike path & Santa Monica bay.

Duration 60 minutes
5

Venice Beach Boardwalk

This is what everyone wants to see... VENICE. The Venice Beach bike path is parallel to the boardwalk. We ride along next to the boardwalk to view the vendor shops and eclectic people and all the coolest spots along the beach. Listed times overlap for a total tour of 2.5 to 3 hours.

Duration 45 minutes
6

Venice Skatepark

From morning until sunset you'll see gravity defying things. This is the #1 skatepark in California. See if you can get a shot of one of the skaters catching some air. This 15 minutes overlaps with time spent on Venice beach and the boardwalk.

Duration 15 minutes
7

Venice art walls

Legal graffiti park where the art comes and goes in a swirl of artistic street art talent. If you see a masterpiece that you love, get that photo now. It could be gone tomorrow.

Duration 5 minutes
8

Venice Canals Walkway

The Venice canals are a hidden gem. Bicycle is the best way to see this quaint neighborhood. We'll show you why they call it Venice and tell you how these canals got here. I bet you'll want a photo. 20 minutes for the Canals pulls us away from the beach for a few blocks but that time is part of the 3 hour total time.

Duration 20 minutes
9

Muscle Beach Venice Gym

Famous because Arnold Schwarzenegger used to work out here. Hear pop culture stories and view the body builders. Photo Op. We don't actually enter the bodybuilder workout area but viewing is free. Feast your eyes :) 15 minutes overlaps with longer times listed Close for renovation until March 2020. Still worth a peek.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
10

Santa Monica State Beach

Roughly 50% of the tour is in Santa Monica along the beach with the other 50% in Venice. 1 to 1.5 hours spent in SM overlaps with shorter times listed for specific stops.

Duration 60 minutes
11

Santa Monica Bay

This is a beach bike tour, the beach cities of Los Angeles are Santa Monica Beach and Venice beach both along Santa Monica Bay. We ride the length of both beaches on the beach bike path enjoying the sand, sound of the surf and all that there is to see. This 3 hours is the entire tour time and all other attraction times overlap within this 3 hours.

Duration 180 minutes
12

Santa Monica Looff Hippodrome

This is the home of the Santa Monica carousel. One of the last wooden carousels in the world. A hand carved beauty. You've seen this building in movies and TV shows. We don't typically go inside but by request we can carve out time for a photo or a spin. Admission is included. 10 to 15 minutes overlaps with longer times and is part of the 3 hour total tour time.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
13

Pacific Park

Site for your iconic Santa Monica Photo Op with ferris wheel & rollercoaster as the background. Pacific Park is on Santa Monica pier. There is no biking on the Pier but BY REQUEST we can make time for a quick stroll. For the full Pacific Park experience make some time before or after your tour. The pier is just 1.2 miles (2KM) from our starting and ending point.

14

L.A.'s Iconic Lifeguard Towers

All along the beach standing like sentinels are the iconic lifeguard towers. You've seen them in movies, on the internet, in TV shows, commercials and more. We can appreciate them as we roll on by or by special request get close for a photo. You may get sand in your shoes or go barefoot for this shot.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Not recommended for pregnant participants
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    MUST be comfortable riding a bike
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    Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled tour departure time
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    We recommend closed-toed shoes, sunscreen and sunglasses, and bring a jacket (all bikes have a saddlebags for storage)
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    Minimum age is 13 years; must be at least 5 feet tall (152 cm) and weigh a minimum of 100 lbs (45 kg)
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    Maximum weight 250lbs (113kg). Bikes are safety rated up to 250 pounds.
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    Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult
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    Photos will be taken during your tour, edited and emailed to you within 7 days after your tour
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    Tours do not operate in rain
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What our experts say

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    Arrive early at 214 Pier Ave.
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    Wear closed-toed shoes for comfort.
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    Don't miss the Venice art walls for fun photos.
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    Bring sunscreen to protect against sun.
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    Check out nearby restaurants after your ride.

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