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Boston Bikes

The Boston Transportation Department works to make bicycling fun, safe, and convenient.

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We help plan and design streets for bicycling, manage the City's public bike share program, and add bike parking. We also host fun rides and events and teach Bostonians of all ages how to ride safely and responsibly in the City.

We help all Bostonians experience the joys of biking and support the growing community of cycling in Boston. 

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  • 1 City Hall Square, Room 721
    Boston, MA 02201
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    Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Upcoming events

Events
Monthly Free Bike Repair at BCYF Blackstone
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Monthly Free Bike Repair At BCYF Blackstone
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Monthly Free Bike Repair at BPL East Boston
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Monthly Free Bike Repair At BPL Mattapan
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Monthly Free Bike Repair At BPL South Boston
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Monthly Free Bike Repair At BCYF Blackstone
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Monthly Free Bike Repair at BCYF Blackstone
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Better Bike Lane Projects

We've implemented a large number of bike lanes in Boston, now we're working to make them better. 

Better Bike Lanes

Public Bike Share

Bluebikes is a public bike share, owned and managed but the City of Boston in partnership with neighboring municipalities. The program includes more than 450 stations and around 4,000 bikes.

The Boston Bikes Pass is a discounted annual Bluebikes membership for Boston Residents. Those eligible for discounted membership include residents that qualify for MassHealth, SNAP or meet income guidelines. Visit the Discounted Bluebikes page for a complete list of eligibility and membership options. 

Learn more about discounted Bluebikes

Boston by Bike

Boston by Bike

An overview of the Boston by Bike guide.

Choose a bike

We've provided information to help you find a bike that's right for you!

Get accessories

We've provided information about some of the most common items that you might want to add to your bike, or get for yourself.

Plan a route

We've provided information to help you figure out the best routes for bike trips. This includes info about taking your bike on the T.

Ride your bike

Here's what to do before each ride, how to ride on Boston's streets, and tips for riding in different weather conditions.

Park your bike

We've provided information on where you should and should not park your bike.

Fix your bike

Learn how to repair your bike or just get a tuned up.

Report a problem, learn the laws

We've summarized information about how to report a bike-related problem and included a summary of the Mass. General Laws about biking.

Watch videos

We have short videos to help answer your questions about riding in Boston!

More resources

Resources
Go Boston 2030
Bike Laws
Contact
  • send an email
  • 1 City Hall Square, Room 721
    Boston, MA 02201
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    Office hours
    Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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