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The Coast of Chicago Map

April 6, 2020April 13, 2020 SteveLeave a Comment

A tour bike resting on a arched stone bridge over a reflective lagoon.

Sixty-nine Chicago locations from Stuart Dybek’s Lower West Side short story collection.

Historic Schools 1 (5 Photos)

February 10, 2020February 17, 2020 SteveLeave a Comment

A tour bicycle standing in front of a red brick four story Queen Anne school building

Five of the fifty schools on CBA’s Historic Schools Map

Monuments & Memorials 1 (5 Photos)

January 13, 2020January 20, 2020 SteveLeave a Comment

A close up of a bronze bas relief of a European talking to an Native American framed by a Art Deco stone structure.

Five photos from CBA’s Monuments and Memorials Map

Map Updates 3 (15 Photos)

May 6, 2019May 21, 2019 adminLeave a Comment

Silhouette of a tour bike in front of red brick Romanesque St. Boniface church between trees.

15 pictures that have been added to markers on previously published maps

Looking Around 2

November 12, 2018October 19, 2020 SteveLeave a Comment

St Paul’s Catholic Church (Henry Schlacks, 1899), I saw this view at least three years ago…

This was by far the best day of my vacation in Chicago. A bike tour is the best way to see a city, and Steve's street art bike tour was... read more

Naima B.
10/29/2019
My friend from out of town wanted to visit me in Chicago for my birthday. Instead of going out to a fancy dinner, we decided to go on an... read more

Emily E.
1/25/2019
Absolutely loved this bike tour with Steve. Our tour was customized to what we wanted to see. Steve included stops in between our requested stops so we could learn and... read more

Stacie A.
9/25/2023
Steve created a wonderful memory for us while on a short trip to Chicago. Our group of girls had a mix of biking experience and he went out of his... read more

Amy H.
4/29/2021
I spent an amazing 4.5 hours riding 15 miles on a totally customized bike tour with Steve. He knows so much about the art, architecture, and history along the way... read more

Colin K.
8/17/2021
Steve is great and love the tours. My wife took me on one a couple years ago and we went again while some friends were in town last week. Great... read more

Jason K.
8/16/2022
If you want to get to know Chicago more personally, try this out. This was one of my favorite experiences during my three day stay at Chicago. I did all... read more

Somang L.
8/28/2019
A fantastic bike tour, personally tailored to your interests. We did a 3-hour ride with a group of four who signed up together, but you can also sign up alone... read more

Alex H.
7/12/2019
I found Steve of Chicago Bike Adventures on Trip Advisor. They also have a website: https://chicagobikeadventures.com/about/

I wanted to enhance a four day holiday in Chicago... read more

John K.
12/28/2018

Steve is such a kind and knowledgeable guide. I would go with him again.

Anders
July 5, 2022

Steve’s tour was amazing! We got to cover so many more areas of Chicago than we would have been able to on foot. We went at a leisurely, perfect pace... read more

Margaret
June 1, 2023

Had a great time riding through Chicago neighborhoods and downtown with Steve. Learned a lot of history on the place and enjoyed all of the street art!

Bill
April 15, 2019

I had few expectations since I’d never done a bike tour before. And, I was a little nervous about riding in the road in downtown Chicago, but Steve put me... read more

H
May 23, 2021

Steve was really patient and knowledgeable. I’m amazed by the amount of details he dishes out in his explanations. Really worth the time and money!

Jan
August 5, 2022

I live in Chicago area for 9 years, this is the first time I know so clearly about Chicago. It's a great experience for me, seeing street painting art... read more

Wendy
June 22, 2019

Great way to see the city! Really enjoyed Steve's company, and vast knowledge of Chicago's history. Our ride was tailored to our interests, which made the experience uniquely special.

Preetal
July 11, 2022

Steve is knowledgeable about Chicago and an experienced bicyclists. He's considerate of your needs. He has a pleasant, warm smile and laughs easily. As a teacher, he uses his love... read more of history to enhance the experience.

Meadow
August 21, 2019

This is my second tour with Steve. He is a friendly, knowledgeable host. Very accommodating and his biking experience creates a safe and comfortable ride. Great way to see and... read more learn about many parts of Chicago!

Lisa
July 16, 2021

The bike tour with Steve was great! He went above and beyond by sending out a pre-ride survey gauging our interest in specific topics and tailored the tour to what... read more

Emily
October 9, 2020

I read the reviews about how awesome Steve and his Chicago bike tour is ahead of visiting Chicago...and they were all true. Steve is a super laid back guy that... read more

Kookoocachu
October 18, 2019

Very knowledgeable of the city of Chicago. Very considerate and safe lead bicyclist. Great way to explore the city! Highly recommend.

Meadow C
August 27, 2019

As local residents, we wanted a fun adventure over July 4th (and during the pandemic). Steve created a perfect tour!

We went west for ethnic street art, and... read more

ChicagoUrban
July 5, 2020

Thank you Steve for an informative, detailed and unforgettable bike tour through Chicago‘s suburbs, but also for showing us Chicago from a completely different side. The ratio between riding the... read more

Kai H
July 19, 2018

Wonderful ride, Steve is a very nice guy who knows A LOT of Chicago, you will really have a good time with him. Such a great experience!

Julio S
September 18, 2018

Steve is a warm, fun-loving and very knowlegeable tour guide. He took us through several very cool neighborhoods, showed us awesome street art and shared countless interesting details. He is... read more

theworldiswide
September 29, 2019

A must if you come to Chicago. You’ll see a different side to the city and Steve will customize the experience for you. See different neighborhoods, learn about the history,... read more take great photos and enjoy

ana_rg123
March 1, 2020

Steve was a great tour guide as we biked through Chicago. His pre-ride survey allowed him to tailor the ride to some of our interests. We were super confident navigating... read more

AmyK
March 1, 2021

If you're looking for a fun, informative bike tour of Chicago with friendly, knowledgeable guide then look no further! I was lucky enough to have a one to one personal... read more

Costi S
September 7, 2018

This is a great way to see more of Chicago and develop an understanding of the communities and... read more

D2057BUshannonh
March 22, 2021