Two To Three Hour Bike Tour

Stockholm: Guided Bike Tour

★ 4.7 1,120 reviews

from $61 per person

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Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: Stockholm Adventures

Overview

This guided ride from Stockholm Adventures spends two to three hours crossing the islands Stockholm is built on, starting and finishing at the operator's base on Kungsbro strand 21. After check-in you are fitted with a helmet and a city bike, then the group sets off for Riddarholmen and Gamla Stan, where the pace slows for photo stops and commentary on the Royal Palace, the Parliament and the city's history.

From the old town the route moves outward over bridges toward Djurgarden, passing the Royal Dramatic Theatre and stretches of garden, 17th-century wooden houses and the world's first National City Park. One reviewer singled out this park leg, with a ride through woods, as a highlight. The streets along the way are planned for cycling, with dedicated bike paths and car-free green stretches.

The tour suits anyone who can ride a bike and meets the age and height requirements, since distances between stops are short and there are many stops along the way. Reviewers describe the guides as knowledgeable, motivated and generous with anecdotes about Swedish history and daily life. Rain ponchos in limited quantity are on hand, and an e-bike option exists at booking.

What's Included

Included

Guide
Two-speed city bikes with coaster brakes and helmet
E-bike (if option selected)
Rain poncho (limited quantity)

Not Included

Food and drinks

Itinerary

Meet at Kungsbro strandCheck in at Stockholm Adventures / ICEguide, Kungsbro strand 21, 15 minutes before departure. You are fitted with a bike and helmet here.
Ride to RiddarholmenThe group pedals out for a photo stop and sightseeing on Riddarholmen, with the guide sharing history along the way.
Gamla Stan old townA stop in the Old Town for photos and sightseeing, riding past the Royal Palace and learning its history.
Cross to DjurgardenCruise over bridges past the Parliament and the Royal Dramatic Theatre, then arrive in Djurgarden for sightseeing on the bike.
Return to start pointThe ride loops back to one of the drop-off points at Stockholm Adventures / ICEguide.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most out of this ride, from check-in timing to what the bikes actually feel like.

Arrive early. Check-in closes 15 minutes before departure. The listing warns that arriving at departure time or later will likely mean missing the tour.
Pace and fitness. The listing describes many stops with only short distances of riding in between, so the tour is manageable for anyone who can ride a bike and meets the age and height requirements. One reviewer found the relaxed pace ideal for casual cyclists.
The bikes. The tour uses two-speed city bikes with coaster brakes, and an e-bike can be selected as an option when booking. Reviewers found the bikes in good condition, though some would prefer more standard hand brakes.
Weather and gear. The tour runs in all weather unless the guide judges conditions unsafe on the day. A helmet is included and rain ponchos are available in limited quantity, so bring weather-appropriate clothing.
Getting there. There is no pickup; everyone meets at Kungsbro strand 21. The listing gives this address as the starting location, so plan your own way there before departure.
Food and bags. Food and drinks are not included, so eat beforehand or carry a snack. Luggage and large bags are not allowed on the tour.

Common issues. The tour needs at least two participants to run; if that minimum is not reached, you are offered an alternative date or a full refund. Weather can also interfere, with the guide deciding on the spot if conditions are unsafe, and the same choice of a new date or refund applies. Some travellers say the coaster-brake bikes would be better with standard hand brakes, and one reviewer noted that traffic routing in the city can occasionally be tricky. Children must be at least 12 years old and taller than 140 cm, and child bikes are not available.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

A guide, a two-speed city bike with coaster brakes and a helmet are included. A rain poncho is provided in limited quantity, and an e-bike is included if you select that option. Food and drinks are not included.

Is Hotel Pickup Included?

No. There is no pickup; the tour starts and ends at Stockholm Adventures / ICEguide, Kungsbro strand 21, Stockholm. You should arrive 15 minutes before departure to check in.

Can Children Join The Bike Tour?

Children must be at least 12 years old and taller than 140 cm. Child bikes are not available. Anyone who meets the age and height requirements and can ride a bike may join, since the riding is broken into short distances with many stops.

How Long Is The Tour And How Far Do We Ride?

The tour lasts two to three hours. The listing does not state a distance, but describes short rides between frequent stops on streets planned for safe cycling, including bike paths and car-free green stretches.

What Happens If It Rains Or Not Enough People Book?

The tour runs in all weather unless the guide decides on location that conditions are unsafe, in which case you get another date or a full refund. It also requires at least two participants; if the minimum is not reached, you are offered an alternative date or a full refund.

Can I Cancel And What Should I Bring?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Bring weather-appropriate clothing, and leave luggage or large bags behind, since they are not allowed on the tour.