Tours, Taxis & Rentals
Getting around Put-in-Bay is part of the adventure! Whether you’re arriving by ferry or just exploring the island, you’ll find a variety of local transportation options to suit your style. From charming tour trains to convenient taxis, rental golf carts, and bicycles, it’s easy to explore the attractions, and hidden gems of South Bass Island.
Centrally located on Catawba Avenue in the heart of downtown, Put-in-Bay Golf Cart Depot is your top choice for reliable, affordable golf cart rentals on the island. Reserve your cart easily online or by phone for a smooth, stress-free experience.
The 55-minute Put-in-Bay Tour Train ride includes narration and stops at Perry’s Cave, Heineman Winery, and the Peace Memorial. Tickets are at the Depot. Group rates available for schools, weddings, and tours.
Explore Put-in-Bay with Erie Island Carts. Choose 4, 6, or 8 passenger carts, available hourly, daily, or multi-day. Reserve online for guaranteed availability and get low daily rates and multi-day discounts.
Island Bike and Cart Rental rents single speed bikes plus 2,4 and 6 passenger golf carts. We have two locations for your convenience. Our Langram Rd. location is at the top of the hill by the Miller Ferry Lime Kiln Dock on the south end of the island. Our Bayview Rd. location is downtown on the Jet Express Dock.
Put-in-Bay Taxi is South Bass island’s oldest operating taxi service. It’s fleet of bright yellow full size passenger vans operate year-round. Owned and operated by life-long island resident Larry Kowalski, Put-in-Bay Taxi offers efficient, friendly service. Put in Bay Taxi transports passengers anywhere on the island for a flat rate per person.
Rent 2, 4, or 6 passenger golf carts at E’s Put-in-Bay Golf Carts, located at the top of the hill from the Miller Ferry Dock. Book online and save $5 with code Save5C or mention the Island Guide ad.
Explore Put-in-Bay with ease and style by renting a golf cart from Park Hotel Golf Carts! Located in the Park Hotel lobby and open to the public, our rentals are available daily from 10 am to 6 pm.
Island Club Taxis has been serving the Lake Erie transportation needs of Put-in-Bay for over 10 years. We are servicing the Island Club Home Rentals and the entire South Bass Island 24×7 with comfortable late model vans.
Located across from DeRivera Park and near Jet Express, Boathouse Cart and Bike Rental offers hourly and daily rentals of 2–6 passenger carts and bikes. Free child seats and online booking available.
Island Transportation’s Downtown Bus runs between the Depot and Miller Ferry’s Lime Kiln Dock. It departs 20 minutes before each ferry. Buses leave the Depot at :20 and :10 past the hour in summer.
Located across from the bus depot and just over a block from the Jet Express, A&B Cart Rental offers 4-passenger carts for rent. Great downtown location and group rates available. Call ahead to reserve.
