City Bike Tours: Boston

Your guide: Steven Fingar

@stevenfingar

We asked Bostonian Steven Fingar to show us his favorite spots in The Olde Towne. Steven's beautiful photos capture the restrained beauty of this historic city. Boston is a city made up of small towns, and Steven has laid out his suggestions for exploring Boston by bike:

1. Beacon Hill

Our starting point to this tour will be Beacon Hill- a place frozen in time - full of rich history, old brownstone buildings, and bumpy cobblestone streets. Needless to say, it is also one of the most photographed sections of the city as it garners crowds of tourists every season. One of the most famous streets in the area is Acorn St., acclaimed to be the most photographed street in the United States. The streets and alleys are lined with unique brownstones that boast their own character as well as personalized door knockers.

2. South End

Next we'll peddle over to the South End which is situated between Back Bay and South Boston (Southie). This area of the city is full of Victorian style homes, artisan coffee shops, and quaint wine bars. The South End is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, as it is home to some of the city's best eateries and most scenic streets.

3. Blackbird Doughnuts

While I'm in South End I always manage to swing by Blackbird Doughnuts for their gourmet doughnuts and coffee. Their small batch creations are a staple in the city and will satisfy anyone with a sweet tooth.

4. Boston Public Gardens and The Commons

One of my favorite things about Boston is the lush greenery that abounds. The Boston Public Gardens and Commons are at the heart of the city and host gorgeous gardens for thousands of visitors each year. I suggest taking a ride on the swan boats which are a staple to this city.

5. Seaport

The Seaport is an area of South Boston (Southie) that is booming with unprecedented growth and new business. From modern office buildings, to luxury apartment complexes, and hip eateries, this area of Boston houses many of the city's acclaimed bars and restaurants. This neighborhood can also boast amazing views that span Boston Logan Airport, Charlestown, and downtown Boston.

6. Tatte Bakery (Harvard)

By this point in your trip you've earned another sweet treat and a caffeine pick-me-up. One of my favorite places in Boston to grab a pastry and coffee is Tatte Bakery. The cafe's Brookline location has become a Boston staple known for its heavenly pastries and sleek interior design. The local franchise has garnered so much attention, that it has also become a destination for

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great simple commute bike

love this bike. Simple, works well, comfortable geometry, good gearing for city hills and light gravel. Really great value bike for the price.

Thank you so much for your glowing review of the Roebling Aaron. We're thrilled to hear that it has been a great companion for your commute. Simple yet effective, just like our customer service team (wink). We're glad that the bike's comfortable geometry and gearing have made your city hills and light gravel rides a breeze. And we couldn't agree more, it's definitely a steal for the price. Keep on riding and welcome to the Brooklyn Bicycle Co. family. -Ryan Zagata

great simple bike for my teen

Got this for my 13yo daughter for mostly city street/path riding. Not much to say other than it’s just perfect for this use case and she loves the bike. It’s simple, rides smoothly, gearing ratios are great, and it fits her well. Lovely bike.

Thanks so much Aaron. We're so happy to hear that it's been a great fit for your daughter's city riding adventures. We agree, it's a lovely bike with smooth riding and perfect gearing ratios. Keep having fun out there and welcome to the Brooklyn Bicycle Co. family. -Ryan Zagata

Love my new bike!

I’m thrilled with my new bike - highly recommend! Thanks to the Brooklyn Bike team and my local bike shop for making me feel so cared for during the purchase process.

Thanks for sharing and welcome to the Brooklyn Bicycle Co. family Vanessa. We are so happy to hear that you're loving your new Bedford 8 bike! Thanks for the shoutout to our team and your local bike shop - we're always here to make sure our customers feel taken care of. Keep on pedaling and enjoying the ride! ‍♀️‍♂️ -Ryan Zagata

Nice carrier!

Well built carrier; I expect it will last for many years. My only quibble is the cheap-looking branded sticker stuck to the top, which is easy enough to pull off but required some elbow grease to remove the residue.

Thanks so much for sharing. As you might imagine, many of the suppliers we work with include removable branding on their products. We apologize if they were a bit aggressive with their use of glue to attach their packaging. -Ryan Zagata

Perfect Transportation

It’s not just a great bike but the sales team was wonderful to deal with.

Thank you so much for sharing Steven. We're thrilled you're enjoying your Willow 7. It's become an incredibly popular model for us. - Ryan Zagata

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