Islands and Harbor
Guided Bike Tour

Overview​

Leave the busy Market Square and pedal to Portsmouth's river and harbor. Your guide will bring you to the inner harbor islands and an ideal escape from the lively city. Your expert guide will pedal you through picturesque gardens and lush parks as you journey your way to the charming town of New Castle Island. You will make your way through the idyllic New England town and be greeted by the vast Atlantic Ocean where the lighthouses have guided ships for centuries.

 

On your journey, your guide will share fascinating stories about the local fishmongers, the naval shipyard, and the incredible transformation of a neglected waterfront into a stunning park.  Don’t miss out on our flagship bike tour, designed to showcase the very best of Portsmouth and New Castle Island!​ Join us on our five-star "best of Portsmouth and New Castle Island" bike tour.

 

Highlights:

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• Pedal along the Piscataqua River out to New Castle Island

• Visit New Castle Island Village's downtown

• Visit the Great Island Common to hear about the Isle of Shoals and lighthouses (great place for photos!)

• Visit Fort Stark to hear about the father to our state motto "Live Free or Die"

• Visit Four Tree and Pierce Islands to hear about the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (great place for photos!)

• Visit Prescott Park to hear about Prescott Sister's transformation from the combat zone to a waterfront park. (great place for photos!)

 

What To Expect:
 

At your selected departure time, meet 30 minutes before your tour start time to get fitted for your bike.

• Offered at 10 AM and 2 PM 

• 2-2.5 Hours

• 8-12 Miles

• $70 Adult bicycle

• Meets at the John Paul Jones House 43 Middle Street

• Easy - moderate with some small hills

• Small groups 6-8 riders

• The tour is roughly 60% in gardens and parks and 40% in city riding.
  
   

Tour Includes:
 

• Expert guide, high-end 7-speed city bike, and safety equipment (helmet & vest)

• Upgrade to an electric assist ebike for an additional cost of $50.00 Must be over 18.