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Naples Cyclery
★4.5(312 reviews)$Sports
🕑 2-4 hours including bike fitting and riding time👶 Best for ages 2 and up. Toddlers ride comfortably in child seats while parents pedal, preschoolers love tag-alongs attached to parent bikes, and kids 6+ can typically ride their own bikes on the safe, flat paths. Even teens enjoy the independence of cruising Naples' beautiful routes.🧡 Saved by 60+ families
About
Naples Cyclery makes family biking adventures accessible and fun with their excellent selection of rental bikes, tag-alongs, and child seats perfect for all ages. Parents rave about the friendly, knowledgeable staff who help outfit your whole crew for exploring the nearby Gordon River Greenway,a stunning 2.5-mile paved trail through natural Florida landscapes,or the scenic, flat bike paths that wind through Naples neighborhoods and to the beach.
Highlights
- ✓Tag-along attachments that let younger kids pedal along with parents safely
- ✓Child seats for toddlers to ride comfortably while taking in the scenery
- ✓Easy access to the beautiful Gordon River Greenway trail system
- ✓Staff expertise in fitting bikes for children of all sizes
- ✓Flat, safe Naples bike paths perfect for family cycling
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive early in the day, especially on weekends, to get first pick of bikes and beat the Florida heat,mornings are much more comfortable for family rides
- 2.The Gordon River Greenway entrance is just a short ride away and offers shaded sections, perfect for little ones who tire easily in the sun
- 3.Call ahead to reserve specific equipment like tag-alongs or child seats, especially during peak winter tourist season
- 4.Bring sunscreen, hats, and water bottles for everyone,there's limited shade on many Naples paths
- 5.Ask staff for the printed bike path map showing family-friendly routes with minimal traffic and nearby playgrounds for break stops
Best Time to Visit
Visit during the winter months (November-April) when temperatures are mild and perfect for biking. Weekday mornings offer the least crowded paths and shop experience. Avoid midday summer hours when heat and afternoon storms are common.
What to Know
Rental rates vary by bike type and duration. The shop offers helmets with all rentals and provides route recommendations. Parking is available in the plaza lot. This is a rental and retail location, not a guided tour service, so families explore independently.
Seasonal Notes
Winter season (December-March) is busiest with tourists, so book ahead. Summer brings afternoon thunderstorms,plan morning rides. The shop has slightly reduced Sunday hours year-round. Spring and fall offer the best weather with fewer crowds.
Nearby Eats
The French Brasserie Rustique is nearby for casual crepes and sandwiches kids enjoy, or grab pizza at Blaze Pizza in the Pavilion Shopping Center just down Vanderbilt Beach Road.
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