Best Neighborhoods for Biking in Seattle, WA

Seattle, WA has a Bike Score of 71, making it very convenient to bike for most of your errands around the city. Seattle has nearly 200 miles of on-street and off-street bikeways and 4% of commutes in the city are made by bicycle.

Ballard

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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With a Bike Score of 91, you can accomplish most of your errands on your bike in Ballard. This trendy waterfront community has a nice selection of restaurants, craft breweries and locally owned shops.

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Cherry Hill

90 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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The vibrant Central District has a Bike Score of 90, making it the most bike-friendly neighborhood in Seattle. While you're cycling through the CD, you can enjoy the art exhibits at the Northwest African American Museum. Afterward, you can stop off for a bite to eat at one of the soul food restaurants in the area or the original Ezell's Chicken.

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Roosevelt

89 / 100

Very Bikeable

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With a Bike Score of 89, you can get to most destinations in Roosevelt on a bike. This neighborhood is close enough to restaurants, stores and other amenities that you can leave your car at home and take your bicycle with you anywhere you want or need to go.

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Green Lake

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

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Green Lake has a Bike Score of 88 and is the fourth most bikeable neighborhood of the city. Residents and visitors enjoy riding their bikes to the park with a lake in the center of the community. Surrounding the lake are several quaint coffee shops and restaurants easily reachable by bicycle.

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University District

87 / 100

Very Bikeable

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The fifth most bikeable area of Seattle is the University District, with a score of 87. Students, professors and college staff can ride their bicycles to the University of Washington with ease. Go kayaking along Portage Bay or watch a football game at Husky Stadium. On your way home, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the casual restaurants on "the Ave."

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Wallingford

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

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Wallingford has a Bike Score of 86, making it the sixth most bikeable area of the city. In addition to being a residential area, this family-friendly neighborhood has restaurants and casual bars that cater to the locals.

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Bryant

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

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With a Bike Score of 84, getting around Bryant is easy. This quiet community is mostly residential, but there are some shops and restaurants that cater to locals. You can also enjoy the annual Fourth of July parade that is hosted by the community.

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Capitol Hill

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

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The eclectic Capitol Hill community has a Bike Score of 84 and is the eighth most bikeable part of the city. Ride your bicycle to class at Seattle Central College, and when you need a break you can pedal on over to Volunteer Park. Most of your errands can be accomplished on a bike without having to worry about finding a parking spot.

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International District

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

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The International District has a Bike Score of 83, putting it in the top 10 most bikeable neighborhoods of Seattle. While you're out, cycle to the diverse shopping area and enjoy specialty grocery stores, gift shops, restaurants and festivals.

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Atlantic

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

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About this neighborhood

The rapidly changing Atlantic community in Seattle has a Bike Score of 83 and is the tenth most bikeable area of the city. Extensive bike trails and parks make this an attractive area for young professionals and families.

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