Glasgow City and Clyde Bridges Bike Tour

4.9
(91 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Did someone say "bike tour In Glasgow...home to the Style-mile"? You have come to the right place!

This is the bike tour that packs 10 pounds of fun into a 5 pound bag.

Jump on your chariot, a refurbished Pashley Pronto Mailstar (ex-postie) bike and feel like a local. Need an e-bike, let us know.

This is the best way to explore Glesga's culture, see its grand landmarks & uncover some of its hidden gems, cool spots & local hangouts in a stress-free and cycle friendly way. And in just 3 hours, which is not remotely possible on a walking tour or bus. Get up close and personal!

This tour is for everybody–not just fit cyclists! And trust us: you see a city differently on two wheels, rolling along its quiet rivers, park walkways & cycle lanes, listening to a local tour guide.

C'mon now you know you want to! You owe it to yourself.

What's Included

A classic Glasgow treat.
Discount Code (get in touch)
Guide in English
Helmet (if desired)
We have a private tour available on Viator too
Standard bicycle (E-bike available at £20 supplement)
Free secure parking (Direct bookings)
e-bike (available but must be booked direct)
Alternative Tours - Contact us for this

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Making your way from George Square eastwards, walk along Duke Street to the corner of John Knox Street. Turn left and the Drygate is up 50 meters on your right-hand side. There is a Glasgow Bike Tours board next to the Drygate entrance. Go in and take a seat where your guide will meet you.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Did someone really think they could stop Glaswegians drinking by building this stunning building? Now that is optimism!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    No, it's not the Sydney opera house! Come on the tour and we'll tell you what the design is really is based on.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    10 points to whomever can tell us the connection between -273C and Gilmore hill campus. Is it that one is freezing and one is stone cold? Nope!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Just £257,000 to build...I want one! A free-to-enter tourist attraction. A must-see for any skint-flint.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Did someone mention 1189. Now that is old! Want to hear more? Jump on a Pashley Pronto Mailstar with us and you will.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Hurry or you'll miss it! Oh no actually it doesn't go anywhere, so you can relax! It's got 3 masts though. Big!

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    What is the best thing to come out of Glasgow's only whisky distillery?? Glasgow bike tours' guests!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    50,000 folk in this and people are still dying to get in! Get it?

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Moving and a shaking'! From skateboards to Aeroplanes. Epic!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10

    The Kelvin river's leafy cycle path makes a lovely hidden pathway, worthy of any countryside cycle path. Except there'll be people swigging buckfast tonic wine!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    What? It's the called the "Squinty Bridge". Check google maps!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12

    Completed in 1790 and connected the east and west coast. Quick gag...What's the best thing to come out of Edinburgh?...Glasgow bound canal boat! (Optional stop)

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13

    We'll find out about the "Squiggly" Bridge and "Squinty" Bridge and stop for a quick dip.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14

    Here you will meet your guide, receive your bike and helmet and start your tour having had a chance to get used to the bike before setting off.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You should be fit enough to ride a bicycle
Supplied by Glasgow Bike Tours

Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
City Tours
Bike Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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