Siesta Key: Electric Bike Sunset Tour & Beach Picnic

Summary

Sunset rides on Siesta Beach with a flag ceremony & picnic

You’ll ride electric bikes right along Siesta Beach at sunset, stop in lively Siesta Village, and finish with a relaxed wine & cheese picnic as dusk falls. There’s also a moving local flag ceremony at Patriot’s Point that might surprise you—plus friendly guides who make everything easy even if you’ve never biked on sand before.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really expect to laugh so much on an electric bike tour in Siesta Key. But the second we got our helmets sorted and our guide (I think his name was Mark?) showed us the throttle, it felt more like play than exercise. I could smell sunscreen and that faint salty breeze you only get right by the Gulf—honestly, I was nervous about riding straight onto the sand, but these bikes just glided. We zigzagged a bit at first. Mark kept calling out little facts about the beach—apparently it’s famous for its quartz sand, which explains why it felt cool even though the sun was still high.

We cruised all the way down Siesta Beach, dodging kids building lopsided castles and couples tangled up in beach towels. The light started to shift—you know that gold haze before sunset? It made everything feel softer somehow. At Siesta Village we hopped off for a breather; I tried saying “thank you” to a shop owner in Spanish (definitely butchered it), but she just smiled and handed me a cold bottle of water anyway. On the way back, my legs barely noticed the distance thanks to that pedal assist thing—honestly, if you’re worried about fitness, don’t be.

After looping back to where we started, there was this simple picnic waiting—fresh fruit, cheese that actually tasted like something (not supermarket rubber), and a bit of wine. We sat in the sand while dusk settled in. Then came something I didn’t see coming: at Patriot’s Point, a local guy led this quiet flag-lowering ceremony. People called out names—some choked up—and then he played taps on his bugle. I’m not from here but it hit me hard anyway. We rode back along the darkening beach in near silence; just the sound of tires crunching over shells and someone’s laughter drifting back from up ahead.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Electric bike tour along Siesta Beach

• Start tour at 1310 Old Stickney Point Rd
• Receive electric bike tutorial
• Ride entire length of Siesta Beach shoreline
• Stop at Siesta Village
• Ride back to beach access 12
• Enjoy fresh fruit, wine, and cheese picnic
• Attend flag lowering ceremony at Patriot's Point
• Call out names of servicemen and women
• Listen to taps on the bugle
• Ride back along beach to starting point

Top questions

Where does the Siesta Key electric bike sunset tour start?

The tour begins at 1310 Old Stickney Point Road in Siesta Key.

Is this electric bike tour suitable for beginners or older adults?

Yes, it’s designed for all ages and fitness levels with pedal assist and throttle options.

Does the tour include stops or breaks along Siesta Beach?

Yes, there are stops including one at Siesta Village for a break before returning.

What is included in the picnic at the end of the bike tour?

The picnic includes fresh fruit, wine, and cheese served on the beach after your ride.

Is there any special event during the evening tour?

Yes, there is a flag lowering ceremony at Patriot’s Point with taps played on bugle.

Are bikes and safety equipment provided on this sunset tour?

Yes, electric bikes and all necessary safety gear are included for every guest.

How long is the route along Siesta Beach?

You’ll ride the full length of Siesta Beach from access point 12 to Siesta Village and back.

Can I get to the meeting point using public transportation?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby for easy access to 1310 Old Stickney Point Road.

What’s included

Your evening includes use of top-quality electric bikes with safety equipment provided from start to finish. You’ll enjoy bottled water during breaks and wind down with a fresh fruit, wine, and cheese picnic right on Siesta Beach before heading home after sunset.