Best Neighborhoods for Biking in Washington, DC, DC

Washington, D.C. has a Bike Score of 70. On an average weekday, nearly 17,000 bicyclists, roughly 5% of the city's commuters, ride to work on two wheels.

U-Street

96 / 100

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U-Street has a Bike Score of 96. Known for its vibrancy, this historic community has a reputation for never sleeping. Leave your car at home and ride your bike to any of the restaurants, bars, or coffee shops. Most of your errands can be run on a bicycle without any difficulty.

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Dupont Circle

96 / 100

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The Dupont Circle neighborhood has a Bike Score of 96 and is the second most bikeable area of the city. Cyclists have their pick of places to go, including Embassy Row, the Dupont Circle Fountain, the Woodrow Wilson House, and much more. Hop on your bike and take a spin through the neighborhood to see the many historical sights in this neighborhood.

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H Street-NoMa

96 / 100

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About this neighborhood

H-Street NoMa has a Bike Score of 96, making it the most bikeable area in the city. The neighborhood has an excellent bike infrastructure, it’s easy to commute to work and run errands via bicycle from any of the homes and apartments in this area. You can also ride your bike around the neighborhood to enjoy some exercise and a chance to get to know the neighbors.

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Logan Circle

95 / 100

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With a Bike Score of 95, Logan Circle-Shaw is the fourth most bikeable section of the city. This trendy neighborhood is easy to navigate on two wheels. Pedal over to the Studio Theatre for a show or tool around town and enjoy the charming homes around the traffic circle. Some of your errands can be run on your bicycle without difficulty, and you'll save time driving around and looking for a parking spot.

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Kingman Park

94 / 100

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Kingman Park is a cyclist’s paradise with a Bike Score of 94 making it the fifth most bikeable section of the city. You can pedal to many nearby restaurants, bars, and parks. You can ride your bike around to get some fresh air, exercise, or to run errands.

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Capitol Hill

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

Capitol Hill has a Bike Score of 92 and is the sixth most bikeable areas of the city. People who commute to the U.S. Capitol or any of the other offices around it can get around on their bikes with ease. When it’s time to get some exercise or see the sights, hop on your bike and pedal around the neighborhood.

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Mount Vernon Square

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

Mount Vernon Square has a Bike Score of 92, making it the seventh most bikeable area in the city. Ride your bicycle to any of the attractions located in this area with ease. Some of the places you'll find in this neighborhood include the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, The Carnegie Library Building, and quite a few chic eateries and bars.

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Downtown Washington

90 / 100

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About this neighborhood

Run your daily errands on your bike in the Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown area. With a Bike Score of 90 based on strong bike infrastructure, you'll find it easy to get around. Some of the attractions in this area include the Capital One Arena, malls, museums, and Ford’s Theater. This community is the eighth most bikeable section of the city, so leave the car at home and take your bicycle wherever you need to go.

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Columbia Heights

90 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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The ninth most bikeable neighborhood is Columbia Heights with a score of 90. Cyclists can take advantage of nice days and enjoy a stunning view of the downtown area.

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Adams Morgan

90 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

The Adams Morgan neighborhood has a Bike Score of 90, earning it a place in the top 10 most bikeable areas of the city. There is strong bike infrastructure that enables you to get around easily in this neighborhood, past the row houses, bookstores, and yoga studios. Ride your bike through the neighborhood for fresh air, exercise, and seeing the sights. You'll enjoy getting around on two wheels and not having to find a parking space.

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