Forest Park E-Bike Tour: Jefferson Lake & Art Museum

Ride paved trails past Jefferson Lake and the Art Museum on an e-bike that does the work.

An e-bike tour of Forest Park in St. Louis takes you on scenic paved trails past Jefferson Lake, the Missouri History Museum, and the Saint Louis Art Museum, with a live English-speaking guide leading groups of up to 15 riders. The tour lasts 2.5 hours and includes hotel pickup. Children from age 15 are welcome. You control the pace on the e-bike while the guide handles the route and stops.

Step-by-step itinerary

E-bike tour and sightseeing in Forest Park

• Start or finish your tour
• Pass by Saint Louis Art Museum
• Pass by Washington University campus

The experience

Forest Park spreads across 1,300 acres, and an e-bike lets you cover the major landmarks without the fatigue of a standard bike. The paved trail system connects Jefferson Lake, where you'll stop to take in the water and surrounding landscape, the Missouri History Museum, and the Saint Louis Art Museum. A route that would take much longer on foot or by car without the hassle of parking. The e-bike motor kicks in when you need it, so you ride at your own pace while the guide leads the group and points out the architecture and history along the way.

The tour runs for 2.5 hours and includes bottled water. A live guide in English narrates the stops and answers questions as you go. Hotel pickup is included, so you don't arrange your own transport to the park. The route stays on paved trails, which means smooth riding but also means the tour is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries or certain cardiovascular conditions. You should have at least a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the full ride.

Children from age 15 can join. The optional Saint Louis Zoo visit mentioned in the tour name is an add-on you arrange separately if you want to spend extra time there after the bike portion ends. Book the tour time that fits your schedule, and the guide will meet you at your hotel or at Forest Park itself.

What’s included

• E-bike rental with motor assist on paved trails.
• bottled water.
• a live English-speaking guide leading the group.
• hotel pickup.
• stops at Jefferson Lake, the Missouri History Museum, and the Saint Louis Art Museum.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 14:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 85 years) · Youth (15 to 17 years) · Under 15: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Is this one for you?Small groups of up to 15 riders work well for this tour because the guide can keep everyone together on the paved trails and pause at each landmark without losing the group. If you want to cover Forest Park's major sites without the effort of a regular bike and without renting a car, the e-bike's motor lets you ride at a comfortable pace while the guide handles the route.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years). Children under 15 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Jefferson Lake like, and how much time do we spend there?

Jefferson Lake is a scenic body of water in the heart of Forest Park with beautiful architecture and landscaping around it. The guide stops there during the tour so you can take photos and take in the views, but the exact time depends on the group's pace and the guide's narrative. It is not a long swimming or recreation stop.

Can I bring my teenager on this e-bike tour?

Children from age 15 are welcome on the tour. Younger riders are not included, so if you have children under 15, you would need to arrange separate childcare or choose a different activity.

Do I need to know how to ride a bike to do this tour?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The e-bike motor assists you, but you still need to be comfortable balancing and pedaling. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.

Is the Saint Louis Zoo part of the tour, or do I have to pay extra?

The e-bike tour itself covers Forest Park's trails and museums. The Saint Louis Zoo visit is optional and separate. If you want to add it, you arrange and pay for zoo entry on your own after the bike tour ends.

How does pickup work, and where does the tour start?

Hotel pickup is included in the tour price. The guide will meet you at your hotel and bring you to Forest Park, or you can meet the group directly at the park if that is more convenient.