Getting around Montevideo by bike is practical and fun.
Two standout bike tours serve different needs: Orange Bike’s bargain 3-hour tour ($45) covers major sights and provides a good overview — though some bikes need maintenance.
For small-group exploration, I love Tangol’s intimate 3-hour excursion, which limits groups to 15 people and offers more personal attention.
Let’s look at our favorite Montevideo bike tours and their highlights.
Key Points
- Orange Bike offers a convenient and budget-friendly bike rental service for exploring Montevideo, with a 4.5-star rating on review platforms.
- Montevideo City Bike Tour by Tangol provides a 3-hour personalized excursion with a maximum group size of 15 and all necessary equipment.
- Montevideo Bike Tour by Orange Bike is a 3-hour tour for $45 per person, with concerns about bike quality and lack of helmets that could be improved.
- The Montevideo Bike Tours offer a mix of convenient rental services, guided excursions, and personalized experiences to explore the city.
- Factors to consider when choosing the best bike tour in Montevideo include ratings, group size, equipment, and tour duration, as well as any reported issues with the services.
Urban Bike Rental in Montevideo
Montevideo’s urban bike rental service, Orange Bike, offers a convenient and budget-friendly way to explore the city’s vibrant streets.
With a 4.5-star rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews, the service provides day-long independent tours, including a bike, helmet, and lock. If you encounter any punctures or mechanical issues, a help line is available for assistance.
The flexibility to choose your own itinerary, with input from the bike shop, allows you to learn about the local culture as you navigate the city streets.
The rental service is open from 9 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week, catering to a range of visitors. However, it’s important to note that the service isn’t wheelchair accessible, and children must be accompanied by an adult, with a minimum age of 5.
Priced from $16 per person, the Orange Bike rental offers a great value for exploring Montevideo on your own terms.
With a free cancellation policy up to 24 hours before the experience, you can plan your adventure with ease.
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Montevideo City Bike Tour
For a memorable exploration of Montevideo’s vibrant cityscape, consider joining the Montevideo City Bike Tour. Offered by Tangol, this 3-hour bike excursion provides an engaging way to discover the city’s historical architecture, local Carnival practices, and beautiful beaches.
With a maximum group size of 15 travelers, you’ll enjoy a personalized experience led by an English, Spanish, or Portuguese speaking guide. The tour includes all necessary equipment – a bicycle, padlock, and helmet – so you can focus on taking in the sights.
Starting at 4:00 PM near the port, the tour concludes back at the meeting point. While not wheelchair accessible, the location is convenient to public transportation.
Past participants have praised the bike conditions and knowledgeable guides, though some noted initial difficulty finding the meeting spot.
At $66.67 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, the Montevideo City Bike Tour offers an affordable and flexible way to explore this vibrant Uruguayan capital.
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Montevideo Bike Tour
Explore Montevideo’s vibrant cityscape on the Montevideo Bike Tour, a 3-hour excursion offered by Orange Bike. For $45 per person, you’ll join a group of up to 10 travelers and pedal your way through the Uruguayan capital. The tour departs from Calle Perez Castellano 1430, returning to the same meeting point.
While the reviews praise the knowledgeable tour guide Edith and the beauty of the sights, some travelers have expressed concerns about the bike quality. The heavy, older bikes don’t come with helmets, which may not suit those with back issues.
To improve the experience, consider providing better-maintained bikes and essential safety gear.
Despite these minor drawbacks, the Montevideo Bike Tour offers a unique way to discover the city. Just be prepared for moderately strenuous activity and bring your camera to capture Montevideo’s stunning architecture and landmarks along the way.
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Recap
Montevideo offers a variety of bike tour options to explore the city’s sights and attractions. Whether you opt for an urban rental or a guided tour, you’ll enjoy the freedom and flexibility of cycling through the streets. With a range of tour lengths and routes, you’re sure to find an experience that suits your interests and fitness level.