AVAILABILITY
Year Round
DIFFICULTY
Moderate: E-bike recommended
Bike paths & streets with uphill stretches
DURATION & DISTANCE
Half Day to Full Day (23km), Self-Guided
TOUR RATES
Free Map + Optional Attraction Fees
BIKE TO QUEEN ELIZABETH PARK & VANDUSEN GARDEN
Take a self-guided bike tour in Vancouver with our free map, exploring the city’s lush parks and gardens. Cycle through downtown, over the iconic Burrard Bridge, and onto the Arbutus Greenway, an old railway corridor turned bike path. Your first stop is VanDusen Botanical Garden (tickets here), where you can wander through themed gardens and marvel at the diverse plant collections. Next, head to Queen Elizabeth Park, home to the stunning Bloedel Conservatory (tickets here), where you’ll find a vibrant array of exotic plants and free-flying birds under its geodesic dome. We recommend stopping for a picnic—just make sure to plan ahead for the food! Return via the Yukon Street bikeway, taking in more scenic views on your way back to the shop.
Electric bikes are recommended as a good portion of the ride is uphill; we offer E-bikes on our rental page.
Click the photo below or scan the QR code to access your map. You’ll get step-by-step directions.
Your safety is our top priority! Please use your best judgement and cycling guidelines while following our self-guided tour maps. The route may not reflect real-time road conditions, which may change without notice.
Vancouver Gardens Self-Guided Tour Highlights
VANCOUVER GARDENS RIDE
Discover the enchanting charm of Vancouver’s lush parks and gardens with our self-guided bike tour. Starting from Cycle City Tours & Rentals, you’ll journey down Hornby Street, cross the Burrard Bridge, and ascend Cypress Street to reach the picturesque Arbutus Greenway. This scenic route leads you to VanDusen Botanical Garden, where you can explore themed gardens, serene ponds, and a renowned hedge maze. Next, head to Queen Elizabeth Park, an urban oasis offering stunning city views, beautifully landscaped gardens, and the Bloedel Conservatory, home to exotic plants and free-flying birds under its iconic geodesic dome.
On your return, enjoy a tranquil ride along the Yukon Street bike path, through Olympic Village, across the Cambie Bridge, and glide up Smithe Street back to the shop. This tour not only highlights Vancouver’s urban beauty and natural splendor but also provides a serene escape into nature right within the city limits. Ideal for locals and visitors alike, this bike tour promises an unforgettable adventure filled with breathtaking sights and plenty of photo opportunities.
Discover the best of the city’s green spaces with this unforgettable cycling journey!
TAKE A GUIDED VANCOUVER BIKE TOUR INSTEAD!
Let us show you around to learn more about our great city. We’ll take care of the details while you enjoy a bike ride around Vancouver’s top sights.
Need To Store Your Luggage While You Explore Vancouver?
We’ve got you covered! Bike rental guests receive 50% off luggage storage (or free with a guided bike tour)!
Learn more on our Luggage Storage page.
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