YONKERS BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Hudson Vistas and Walled Gardens: An 8‑Mile Untermeyer Gardens Picnic Bike Ride
A gentle, 4-hour guided outing between Tarrytown and Yonkers that pairs an 8-mile pedal on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail with a stroll through Untermeyer Gardens—this guide explains the flow, logistics, and what to bring.
Hudson Vistas and Walled Gardens: An 8‑Mile Untermeyer Gardens Picnic Bike Ride.
Enjoy a blissful, low-key, leisurely ride through historic stretches of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail with sweeping Hudson River views, ending with a walk through the walled plantings, the Temple of Love and lush grounds of Untermeyer Gardens in Yonkers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An 8‑mile aqueduct ride between Tarrytown and Yonkers
The outing follows an 8‑mile section of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail—the ride is unpaved and deliberately paced for a relaxed experience that finishes in Yonkers.
Untermeyer’s walled garden and Temple of Love
After the ride you’ll walk the historic Untermeyer Gardens to see its walled garden, the Temple of Love and the lush grounds that define the site’s charm.
Bring your own picnic or let the operator provide one
You have the option to pack your own picnic for the garden stop or to have the operator supply one; rental bikes are not included in the base price, though you may bring your own bicycles.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The outing unfolds as a relaxed, four‑hour experience: a guided, low‑pressure pedal along the unpaved Old Croton Aqueduct Trail from the Tarrytown area toward Yonkers, followed by a walk through the formal and informal rooms of Untermeyer Gardens where you can picnic and linger.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rental bikes are not included in the base price; you may bring your own bicycle. You can either pack your own picnic or have the operator provide one.
Guests may bring a packed picnic to enjoy in Untermeyer Gardens or opt to have the operator supply a picnic for the visit.
Bike rental is not included in the base price; plan to supply your own bikes if you do not arrange rental separately.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the outing?
The outing lasts four hours; you book the day and the operator will contact you to arrange a start time.
Are bikes included?
No—bike rental is not included in the base price, but you are welcome to bring your own bike.
How many people does the price cover?
The base price includes four people.
Where does the ride run?
The ride follows an 8‑mile section of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail between Tarrytown and Yonkers, finishing with a walk in Untermeyer Gardens.
Can I have a picnic during the outing?
Yes—you can pack your own picnic or request that the operator provide one for the garden stop.