Scottsdale: Party Bike Bar Crawl & Monarch Pool Entry

Summary

Old Town Scottsdale party bike ride to bars and Monarch pool

You’ll pedal through Old Town Scottsdale’s best bars on a lively party bike ride—with drink specials and no waiting at each stop—before cooling off at The Monarch Hotel’s pool party. Enjoy reserved seating, a complimentary cocktail pitcher for your group, and freedom to linger as long as you want under Arizona’s sun. It’s loud, messy fun with real local flavor—and memories that stick around after you dry off.

What’s the experience like?

“You guys ready for this?” our guide grinned, swinging open the door of the party bike right in the middle of Old Town Scottsdale. It was barely noon but already hot enough that my sunglasses kept sliding down my nose. We climbed onto these big, wobbly seats—half nervous, half laughing—and started pedaling down streets that smelled like sunscreen and something sweet from a bakery I never found again. The music was loud enough to drown out my terrible singing, but nobody cared. Our guide (I think his name was Marcus?) kept us moving and pointed out murals I’d walked past a dozen times without noticing.

The first stop was 50 Shades of Rosé—a pop-up bar that looked like someone’s 90s dream exploded inside. Neon everywhere, pink drinks in ridiculous glasses, and a DJ who somehow made Spice Girls sound new again. I tried ordering in my “best” French accent; the bartender just laughed and handed me something fizzy with a gummy bear on top. We only had about 45 minutes here before hopping back on the party bike, but honestly, it felt longer—in a good way. There was this weird moment where someone started line dancing to Britney Spears and everyone just joined in, no questions asked.

Next up: Not My First Rodeo. It’s all country music and plastic cups—Nashville hot chicken that nearly burned my mouth off (worth it), and people shouting over each other about which shot tasted worse: ranch vodka or Flamin’ Hot? The answer is both, by the way. Marcus told us stories about how Old Town used to be quieter before all these themed bars showed up. He waved at what seemed like every other person on the street. Felt like he knew everyone.

By the time we rolled up to The Monarch Hotel for the pool party part of our day trip in Scottsdale, I could feel sweat pooling behind my knees (Arizona sun is no joke). But walking into that pool area—music thumping, cold air blasting from somewhere unseen—it hit different. We got ushered straight past the line (which was long), handed a pitcher of icy cocktails, and dropped our stuff at our own reserved spot by the water. Someone handed me a towel so soft I wanted to steal it (I didn’t). You can stay as long as you want after they drop you off; we ended up losing track of time completely until sunset started turning everything gold.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Party bike bar crawl and pool party

• Ride party bike to 50 Shades of Rosé
• Enjoy drinks and DJ at 50 Shades of Rosé
• Ride party bike to Not My First Rodeo
• Experience food, drinks, and music at Not My First Rodeo
• Arrive at The Monarch Hotel pool party
• Enjoy free entry, seating, and cocktail pitcher
• Relax or party at two distinct pools
• Play yard games and visit walk-up bar
• Listen to weekend DJ sets

Top questions

How long does the Old Town Scottsdale party bike bar crawl last?

The tour offers both morning and afternoon rides; exact duration isn’t specified but includes multiple bar stops plus time at the Monarch Hotel pool.

Is entry to The Monarch Hotel pool included?

Yes, free entry to The Monarch Hotel pool is included at the end of your tour.

Are drinks included during the bar crawl?

You’ll get drink specials at partner bars; a complimentary cocktail pitcher is included for your group at the pool party.

Do I need to wait in line or pay cover charges at bars?

No lines or covers at partner bars are part of your ticket benefits.

Can we stay at The Monarch Hotel pool as long as we want?

Yes, you’re welcome to stay at the pool party after drop-off for as long as you like.

Is there reserved seating at the pool?

Your group will have reserved seating waiting for you at The Monarch Hotel pool party.

What kind of music is played during the tour?

You’ll hear everything from 90s pop and dance hits to country mashups depending on each venue’s vibe.

What’s included

Your ticket covers entry to all bar stops with drink specials (no lines or covers), free entry into The Monarch Hotel’s lively pool scene with reserved seating for your group, plus a complimentary cocktail pitcher served by your own server once you arrive—you can hang out by either pool or play yard games for as long as you want before heading home whenever it feels right.