Best Neighborhoods for Biking in Austin, TX

A Bike Score rating of 54 indicates Austin, TX is a bikeable city. The city has some bike infrastructure. Austin's bike-share program, B-cycle, has more than 50 locations and 400 bikes.

Holly

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

With a Bike Score of 94, Holly is the most bikeable neighborhood in Austin. With ample biking infrastructure and few hills, Holly is a biker's paradise. The Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail runs along the Colorado River connecting Holly to the nearby East Cesar Chavez and Downtown neighborhoods.

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Hyde Park

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

Hyde Park has a Bike Score of 94 and is the second most bikeable neighborhood in Austin. Jump on your bicycle and pedal around the neighborhood for some exercise, fresh air, and getting to know others in the area. You'll save time by not having to go to the gym if you run as many errands as possible on your bike. Enjoy the charm of the tree-lined streets and historic homes as you ride through the neighborhood. It’s easy to get to many of the nearby cafes and coffee shops on your bicycle.

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West University

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

The West University neighborhood of Austin has a Bike Score of 94, making it the third most bikeable neighborhood in the city. Good infrastructure and relatively flat terrain make this a biker's paradise. Students can easily bike to the nearby University of Texas at Austin.

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Downtown Austin

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

The fourth most bikeable neighborhood in Austin is Downtown with a Bike Score of 93. Numerous bike lanes, few hills and a community of cyclists make this a very bikeable area. Most errands can be accomplished on a bike without having to worry about finding a parking place. This historic neighborhood with a vibrant business district also has great restaurants and entertainment.

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North Loop

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

About this neighborhood

The North Loop neighborhood in Austin is a biker’s paradise with a Bike Score of 93 and is the fifth most bikeable section of the city. Bike lanes, flat terrain and a community of cyclists make this a very bikeable area. Hop on your bicycle and head over to the shopping district where you'll find independently owned stores and restaurants.

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East Cesar Chavez

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

East Cesar Chavez has a Bike Score of 93, making it the sixth most bikeable neighborhood in Austin. Some biking infrastructure, few hills and a community of cyclists make it easy to run errands on your bicycle. Leave your car at home and bike to art galleries, coffee houses, vintage boutiques and more in this historic community.

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North University

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

About this neighborhood

The North University neighborhood in Austin has a Bike Score of 92, making it the seventh most bikeable area in the city. Bike lanes, minimal hills and a strong cycling community make this neighborhood a biker's paradise. Run errands on your bike without having to worry about finding a parking spot or head to the park for a picnic or a game of Frisbee.

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Chestnut

90 / 100

Biker's Paradise

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About this neighborhood

With a Bike Score of 90, it’s easy to get around and not have to worry about finding parking in Chestnut, the eighth most bikeable neighborhood in the city. With some bike infrastructure, relatively flat terrain and a community of cyclists, it is possible to run most of your errands on your bike. You can also ride your bike for exercise, fresh air and getting to know the neighbors.

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Hancock

90 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

About this neighborhood

With a Bike Score of 90, Hancock is one of the top 10 most bikeable neighborhoods in Austin. Biking is convenient for most trips with many bike lanes and few hills. Ride to a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars in the neighborhood or ride to Downtown in under 20 minutes.

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Old West Austin

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

About this neighborhood

The tenth most bikeable neighborhood in Austin is Clarksville, with a Bike Score of 85. There are numerous restaurants, cafes and shops in the neighborhood and most errands can be run on a bike. Residents can cycle to Downtown or the University of Texas at Austin in 20 minutes or less.

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