The best way to experience the ambiance of Coral Gables is on a leisurely bike ride down the famous tree-lined streets through the City Beautiful.
Each tour offers a different theme and route. Tours start 10AM at the Coral Gables Museum and includes museum admission. Each tour is approximately 2 to 3 hours long. $10; $5 for Museum and Bike Walk Coral Gables members, Coral Gables city employees, and children under 12.
You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes**
Helmets are required for children under 16.
Bike tours are presented by Bike Walk Coral Gables in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum.
Enjoy a leisurely ride down some of Gables’ shadiest streets, many of which are lined by trees planted by George Merrick 100 years ago! On this tour, guided by a local expert, you will learn about the lush treescape that makes Coral Gables the “City Beautiful”.
Our tour guide, former City Commissioner Ralph Cabrera, will take us to see the grand entrances that were part of George Merrick’s masterplan 100 years ago to impress City visitors. Visit those magnificent gateways and learn some fun facts about local history and architecture, including the political connections Merrick had to the construction of the Tamiami Trail.
Phineas Paist (1873-1937) was the supervising architect for the Coral Gables Corporation during the founding of the City 100-years ago. His buildings include City Hall, the Venetian Pool, the Colonnade Building, and the San Sebastian Apartment Hotel. His work is part of the glue that holds the image of Coral Gables together.
Many of the City’s most beautiful and historic homes date back to Coral Gables’ founding 100-years ago. Join us as we bike along the City’s beautiful tree-lined residential streets to visit these historic gems.
Did you know that after George Merrick founded th City of Coral Gables 100 years ago, he planned 14 international-themed villages for Coral Gables, but only seven were built? You will be amazed at the architectural styles from around the world that exist right here in our own backyard.
Satisfy your thirst for adventure on a cool ride led by Commissioner Rhonda Anderson around some of Coral Gables’ most beautiful liquid assets. We will see the waterway and other important water features including the historic Venetian Pool and the majestic De Soto Fountain.
We will celebrate the birthday of our city’s founder, George Merrick by touring the city’s birthplace and namesake as part of the city’s centennial celebration. Our ride will highlight the Merrick family history in Coral Gables.
Join our tour guide, former Mayor Don Slesnick, on this leisurely walk to celebrate the 100-year history of the downtown hub of Coral Gables where some of the iconic historical buildings still exist.
**Moved to the 4th Sunday due to Easter conflict**
The University of Miami's Coral Gables Campus is a treasure trove of architecture, history, and natural beauty. In celebration of the centennial anniversary of UM charter, we will visit the best of the old and new and look ahead into the future.
Join us for the most popular bike tour of the year: a centennial ride to Matheson Hammock Park and picnic at the historic pavilion. This tour leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center (405 University Dr, Coral Gables). Presented in partnership with the City of Coral Gables and Dade Heritage Trust.
Join our tour guide Mayor Vince Lago as we explore the historic area where the Bahamian settlers resided who were crucial in the creation of Coral Gables 100 years ago. Held during Black History month, learn about the history of the Bahamian immigrants in the MacFarlane Homestead Historic District, the beginnings of the neighborhood and the stories the original buildings tell.
Kick off Coral Gables’ Centennial Year with this special centennial themed ride. We will visit some of the homes built in 1925, the year the City Beautiful was incorporated. After the ride you will see the special message we create on our ride!
Get into the spirit! On this ride we visit the Gables’ most festive holiday decorations including Merrick Park, Biltmore Way, Coral Gables Methodist Church, and the Coral Gables Merrick House.
We will take advantage of cooler weather to take this long ride to Camp Mahachee, a Girl Scout Camp in beautiful hammock near Matheson Hammock and Fairchild Garden. Our guide will take us a tour of the property and share the history and the plans for wonderful property.
This is a long ride and is recommended for riders ages 10-years and older and for riders that can maintain a minimum speed of 10 mph
Join us as we take a ghoulish tour through the Pinewood cemetery, the oldest cemetery south of the Miami River and the final resting place of many of Dade County’s earliest pioneer settlers. This spooky cemetery features original tombstones and unmarked graves from early Florida pioneer times amidst a beautiful pine rock land habitat. Zombie attire encouraged!
The founders of Coral Gables knew that people want safe, beautiful places where residents and visitors could be outside, play, and get close to nature. Come with us to visit some of the oldest and newest public parks in the City.
Bike Walk Coral Gables presents this tour in partnership with the City of Coral Gables, and support from No Boundaries Sports and the Dade Heritage Trust.
** This tour leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center (405 University Dr) **
Join us on this ride to the Gifford Arboretum, a botanical garden located on the UM Campus, where Ken Feeley, the Arboretum Director, will show us some of the over 500 species of trees and palms. This is the perfect shady destination for an August bicycle ride.
Enjoy a leisurely ride down some of Gables’ shadiest streets! On this tour, guided by a local expert, you will learn about the lush treescape that makes Coral Gables the “City Beautiful”. We will still be able to enjoy the Royal Poincianas in full bloom! Qué bonitas!
Celebrate the magnificent Flame Tree on this tour of our best Royal Poincianas in full flower. Presented with the Tropical Flowering Tree Society as part of the annual Royal Poinciana Fiesta festival. Presented in partnership with the Dade Heritage Trust.
It's no fiction, the literary history of Coral Gables includes book shops, libraries and even a few writers. Mitch Kaplan, the owner of Books & Books, will lead the first edition of this novel tour of the written word in Coral Gables.
Gear up and join the City of Coral Gables and Bike Walk Coral Gables for the return of the annual Bike & BBQ. This 11-mile tour starts at the War Memorial Youth Center and ends with a BBQ-style picnic at Matheson Hammock Park. Enjoy live music with our favorite musician Bob Bonnen, lawn games and refreshments, then join our optional safe ride back to the Youth Center.
This ride is in partnership with the City of Coral Gables, Dade Heritage Trust and No Boundaries Sport, who will be available on site to inspect participant's bikes. Advanced registration is recommended. A goodie bag will be provided to all participants with advanced ticket purchases.
This is a long ride and is recommended for riders ages 10-years and older and for riders that can maintain a minimum speed of 10 mph
This tour leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center (405 University Dr) *
South Florida is vulnerable to storm surges, king tides, and potential sea level rise, and Coral Gables is preparing for the time when we may see more water more often. Our tour guides will lead us to see some of the most vulnerable locations in Coral Gables, where we will learn how we can manage flooding from tides, storms, and other water events in the future.
Join us for this bike tour through the City of South Miami with a focus on historic places and green spaces and a final stop at the Salty Donut for a sugary snack provided by Dade Heritage
Did you know that City of Coral Gables Founder George Merrick planned 14 internationalthemed villages for Coral Gables, but only seven were built? You will be amazed at the architectural styles from around the world that exist right here in our own backyard.
It's no fiction, the literary history of Coral Gables includes book shops, libraries and even a few writers.
Mitch Kaplan, the owner of Books & Books, will lead the first edition of this novel tour of the written word in Coral Gables.
Coconut Grove is one of Miami’s oldest neighborhoods and is a diverse mix of old and new.
This tour visits historic sites, tree-lined streets and bayfront parks for a complete look at one of Miami’s most desirable areas.
Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.
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Beneath the surface of the City Beautiful are examples of human nature that are not so attractive.
Bad behavior abounds on this tour of some of our notable naughty neighbors. It's a spooky season special event.
Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.
On this tour we will be traveling into space. Open space. The founders of Coral Gables knew that people want safe, beautiful places to be outside and to get close to nature. Come with us to visit some of the oldest and newest spaces in the City. No rocket required.
Bike Walk Coral Gables presents this tour in partnership with the City Of Coral Gables
*** This tour starts and ends at the Youth Center. ***
You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.
Phineas Paist (1873-1937) was the supervising architect for the Coral Gables Corporation. His buildings include City Hall, the Venetian Pool, the Colonnade Building, and the San Sebastian Apartment Hotel. His work is part of the glue that holds the image of Coral Gables together. Presented in partnership with the Dade Heritage Trust and the Coral Gables Museum..
You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.
The National Weather Service has extended the extreme heat advisory through Sunday, so we are cancelling this tour. If you purchased tickets, contact the museum for a refund.
Coral Gables Museum, coralgablesmuseum.org, (305) 603-8067
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 110.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast, southern and southwest Florida.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.
Celebrate the magnificent Flame Tree on this tour of our best Royal Poincianas in full flower. Presented with the Tropical Flowering Tree Society as part of the annual Royal Poinciana Fiesta festival. Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.
You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.
This event has been moved up from June 18th.
The Montgomery Botanical Center (MBC) is a research center and lush garden of international palms and cycads located right here in Coral Gables. Bring your family and come see the full Monty.
This tour starts, and is entirely within the Montgomery Botanical Center property, 11901 Old Cutler Road. *** (Kid-friendly)***
You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.
Gear up and join the City of Coral Gables and Bike Walk Coral Gables for the return of the annual Bike & BBQ. This 11-mile tour starts at the War Memorial Youth Center and ends with a BBQ-style picnic at Matheson Hammock Park. Enjoy live music with our favorite musician Bob Bonnen, lawn games and refreshments, then join our optional safe ride back to the Youth Center.
This ride is in partnership with Dade Heritage Trust and No Boundaries Sport, who will be available on site to inspect participant's bikes. Advanced registration is recommended. A goodie bag will be provided to all participants with advanced ticket purchases.
This is a long ride and is recommended for riders ages 10-years and older and for riders that can maintain a minimum speed of 10 mph.
You will need to bring your own bike. **Check that your bike is in good working condition, including tires and brakes** Helmets are required for children under 16.
Want to see public art up close and learn about its origin?
Prepare to be Inspired on this tour with your tour guide, Catherine Cathers, the City’s Arts & Culture Specialist
This bike tour will visit some of the many great art pieces that are displayed throughout the city and are part of the Coral Gables' renowned Art in Public Places program.
This tour is presented by Bike Walk Coral Gables, the Coral Gables Museum and the City of Coral Gables.
Capture Coral Gables is the Coral Gables Museum's annual photo contest for local photographers who focus on the city and its inhabitants as inspiration and subject matter. This tour will visit scenic sites to help you shoot an entry for this year's competition.
Presented in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and Dade Heritage Trust.
