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The Lakefront on Two Wheels

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12 zero-emission tours in Chicago

The Lakefront on Two Wheels

Chicago has 26 miles of continuous lakefront, and it's public from end to end. The Chicago Lakefront Trail is one of the great urban cycling corridors in America — running the full length of the city, adjacent to Lake Michigan the entire way, with the skyline as a constant companion. It's the kind of infrastructure that makes a world-class city feel genuinely accessible.

E-bikes are the ideal tool for Chicago visitors. The city is flat, the trail system is extensive, and the neighborhoods reward slow exploration — Wicker Park, Logan Square, Pilsen, and Lincoln Park each have distinct identities that a cab or rideshare obscures completely. Guided e-bike tours cover ground efficiently while providing the architectural and historical context that Chicago's dense neighborhood history demands.

The Chicago Riverwalk has expanded electric boat tour options in recent years — guided tours of the architectural canyon that is downtown Chicago from the water, with no exhaust fouling the river air. From the Lakefront Trail to the River, Chicago's best views are already zero-emission accessible.

Zero-Emission Adventures in Chicago

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2-Hour Chicago Lakefront & Museum Campus Segway Tour
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2-Hour Chicago Lakefront & Museum Campus Segway Tour
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★★★★ 5.0 · 354 reviews

Looking for fun things to do in Chicago? Look no further! Join one of our professional guides on a scenic 6-8 mile Chicago Segway tour. Glide effortlessly through the fragrant garden paths of Grant Park to marvel at the iconic Buckingham Fountain. Enjoy the breeze as you explore the city's top attractions along the Chicago lakefront, including Museum Campus, with stops near Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum, and the historic Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears. This guided Segway tour offers a perfect blend of sightseeing and adventure, providing an unforgettable way to experience Chicago's most popular tourist spots that's great for locals and out of towners!

2 Hour Chicago Landmarks & Lakefront E-Bike Tour
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2 Hour Chicago Landmarks & Lakefront E-Bike Tour
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★★★★ 4.5 · 6 reviews

Discover the unique flavor of our Absolutely Chicago E-Bike Tour. Experience the city's rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking views as you pedal along on our state-of-the-art electric bikes. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this unforgettable adventure combines adventure, warmth, and loads of fun. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Milton Olive Park, the wonder of Soldier Field, and capture unforgettable photos at the majestic Buckingham Fountain. With flexible routes and a focus on hidden treasures, our tour offers a truly unique and memorable experience through the heart of Chicago.

Chicago Landmarks & Museum Campus Small Group Segway Tour
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Chicago Landmarks & Museum Campus Small Group Segway Tour
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★★★★ 5.0 · 230 reviews

Looking for fun things to do in Chicago? Explore the city with one of our professional guides on a scenic 6-7 mile tour. Begin your adventure by gliding through the fragrant garden paths of Grant Park, where you'll admire the iconic Buckingham Fountain. Feel the breeze as you effortlessly explore the city's most popular attractions along the Chicago lakefront. Visit the renowned Museum Campus, home to the Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, and the historic Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears. This guided tour offers an unforgettable sightseeing experience, perfect for both tourists and locals. To ensure a personalized experience, we keep our group sizes small, with only 8-10 guests per tour. Join us for an intimate journey through Chicago's top attractions.

2-Hour Guided Segway Tour of Chicago
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2-Hour Guided Segway Tour of Chicago
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★★★★ 4.7 · 497 reviews

2 hours of being a kid again!!! Take a Segway tour with us and discover how beautiful Chicago truly is. Ride through some of Chicago's most popular destinations with an experienced guide. We will glide through scenic and historic downtown Chicago and explore the beautiful Grant Park, around the Buckingham Fountain, near the Museum Campus and near the lakefront. Or take our Riverwalk tour to explore the Chicago River to view Navy Pier and famous Chicago bridges, traveling up historic Michigan Avenue and passing by Millennium Park. No matter which tour you choose, it will be a memory lasting a lifetime!

The Bear Private Pedicab Food Tour of Chicago
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The Bear Private Pedicab Food Tour of Chicago
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★★★★★ 5.0 · 1 reviews

If you want culture, history, food, cinema and film and a heavy dose of all things Chicago this is your tour! Get ready to EAT. We are true fans of Chicago, The Bear and good food which is why we start our tour at the world famous Pequod's pizza where a hot pie will be ready waiting for us to pickup and try. Enjoy this in the pedicab as we begin our leisurely ride through the city getting an open air view of some of Chicago's cutest neighborhoods. Next up we go to Margies Candies for a Banana Split before embarking on a ride all the way from the west side to River North, crossing the Chicago River and getting some photos at the iconic LaSalle Flowers. End your epic Chicago adventure at Mr. Beef or Kasama! Your tour vehicle will be a decorated 6 seat pedicab driven by one of our knowledgeable tour guides. Comfortable for up to 4-5 adults, 6 if kids/teenagers are in the mix. Look at the photos of the cab and feel free to reach out with any questions.

Lakefront Segway Tour in Chicago
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Lakefront Segway Tour in Chicago
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★★★★ 4.6 · 145 reviews

Segways are amazingly fun, and Chicago's lakefront, parks, and skyline are absolutely gorgeous! Add our smart, entertaining tour guides to the mix, and you have the experience of a lifetime!

Chicago Sunset Segway Tour
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Chicago Sunset Segway Tour
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★★★★ 4.9 · 27 reviews

Ease into the evening with a relaxing glide through the parks and lakefront in Chicago. This evening ride offers cooler temperatures and beautiful sunset views as well as views of Chicago's world-famous skyline and graceful lakefront. This segway tour departs near Millennium Park as dusk arrives and passes sights like Buckingham Fountain, Chicago’s majestic lakefront, and the Museum Campus.

Chicago Pier Fireworks Segway Tour
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Chicago Pier Fireworks Segway Tour
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★★★★ 4.9 · 34 reviews

See Chicago's weekly summer fireworks display on this spectacular Chicago Segway Tour. You haven't seen Chicago until you have seen it at night while gliding through the park & lakefront on a Segway PT. View Buckingham Fountain's romantic evening light show with the illuminated skyline as a backdrop. This evening fireworks tour glides along the lakefront to our secret spot for watching Navy Pier's Fireworks display. It's difficult to decide which is more spectacular — the fireworks or the Chicago skyline in its evening splendor! A perfect family activity, this is one of our most fabulous Chicago Segway tours.

Haunted Ghosts & The Chicago Outfit Segway Tour
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Haunted Ghosts & The Chicago Outfit Segway Tour
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★★★★ 4.7 · 38 reviews

Looking for a unique Chicago tour? Glide into the city’s dark past with our unique Segway tour, where ghosts, gangsters, and true crime come to life. Cruise to eerie sites like the Iroquois Theater Fire, one of the deadliest disasters in U.S. history. Ride past Marshall Field’s, where ghostly sightings have been reported.. No gangster tour is complete without The Outfit’s underworld. Roll past mob-run speakeasies & the site of Antonio Lombardo’s brutal assassination. Hear chilling tales of Capone’s rule, secret tunnels, and crime scenes that shaped Chicago. This spine-tingling tour is perfect for ghost hunters, gangster buffs, and true crime fans. Tour Highlights: Visit haunted sites like the Iroquois Theater Fire & Marshall Field’s Hear eerie ghost stories from Chicago’s most famous haunted locations Learn about Al Capone, The Outfit, and Chicago’s most infamous gangsters Book Now to explore Chicago’s haunted history and gangster legends on this thrilling Segway adventure!

Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour
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Lincoln Park Secrets: Private Enchanted Pedicab History Tour
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★★★★★ 5.0 · 1 reviews

Our knowledgeable and licensed guide will drive you between each location in an open air motorized pedicab! Also a great option for anyone with mobility impairment as we do all the moving for you! History, architecture, photo opportunities, time in the park and the lakefront, this tour checks all the boxes as we take you to all of our favorite spots. You will walk away with great memories and our guide will be sure to help you capture them. We cover the area of Lincoln Park but can extend your tour and see nearly anything in Chicago you would like to see. Examples include our Save Ferris tour package that recreates Ferris Bueller's Day Off complete with stops at Wrigley Field, Chicago River and The Chicago Art Institute or our Food Tour based of Hulu's hit Chicago show The Bear!

Chicago Lakefront Electric Bike Tour
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Chicago Lakefront Electric Bike Tour
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★★★★ 4.6 · 18 reviews

This tour takes you along the Lakefront bike path. Which you'll be able to experience the beautiful nature that surrounds the city skyscrapers. You will get a chance to ride Electric Bikes and see the city from a different vantage point. It all begins navigating through our meeting point and going by the bike path to Navy Pier, Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Museum Campus). As we admire the grounds and perfect location between the iconic skyscrapers and nature. We will then proceed and make our way over to the lakefront path. Riding along we will take you to a magnificent view of the skyline which is the best place for a photo shoot. Afterward, we will take the lakefront bike path over the Chicago River. A quick ride back to our starting point ends the tour.

Chicago Insider Segway Tour
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Chicago Insider Segway Tour
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★★★★ 4.9 · 52 reviews

This is a tour like no other! Our newest Segway adventure is completely unique and will cover the good, the bad, the ugly and the totally weird stories of Chicago. We will travel back through the ages as you discover the city through the lens of the Chicago Syndicate, hear the whispers of the city’s elite (or politicians), and be entertained by stories that are rarely told. You’ll think “No, really I never would have known!” Glide around Millennium Park, through the new neighborhood of Lakeshore East, and along the Lakefront as we unveil Chicago’s forgotten past in two hours! Your imagination will come alive as you hear stories of the Chicago Mob, the truth behind the 1968 Democratic National Convention, innovations that changed history, and so much more!

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Common Questions About Chicago

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We currently feature 12 zero-emission tours in Chicago including e-bike tours of the Lakefront Trail, which runs 26 continuous miles along Lake Michigan. The terrain is completely flat, making it one of the easiest and most scenic urban bike rides in America. Most tours cover a section appropriate to your time — a 3-hour tour typically gets you from Grant Park to the Museum of Science and Industry. Full-day options reach the suburbs.
Yes. Electric boat tours of the Chicago River and the lakefront have expanded significantly in recent years. Architectural boat tours are the classic — gliding through the canyon of skyscrapers on a quiet electric boat lets you actually hear the guide explain the buildings. Sunset skyline cruises departing from Navy Pier are particularly popular. Book ahead in summer.
E-bike tours cover diverse Chicago neighborhoods — Wicker Park's artistic character, Pilsen's murals and taquerias, Lincoln Park's green spaces, and the gentrifying South Loop. The city's flat terrain and expanding bike infrastructure make neighborhoods that would take an hour to cover by cab accessible in 20 minutes on two electric wheels. Tours typically combine 2–3 neighborhoods with a break at a local café or market.
Chicago's lakefront trail is usable year-round when conditions are clear. Electric fat-tire bikes are available for winter rides on snow-dusted trails. The city's e-bike tour operators typically run through December and restart in March, skipping the coldest months. Summer and fall are peak season — book 2–3 weeks ahead for weekend tours.

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