How to Rent City Bikes in Buenos Aires
If you're in Buenos Aires, a really fun and easy way to explore the city is hopping on a bicycle.
Relatively flat, there are a number of cycle lanes, and if you're there over the summer months, traffic is considerably less as Argentinians head off for their summer holidays. A bike is a perfect way to explore Buenos Aires for an afternoon.
Here are 4 easy steps to signing up for the city bike scheme. Updated for 2026.
STEP 1: Download the BA Ecobici by Tembici app
You’ll need to register a username, password and identification, along with proof of address.
STEP 2: Link a credit card
Once you submit your details, link a valid credit card that works internationally. You’ll then be able to buy a tourist pass.
STEP 3: Buy a tourist pass
You have two options here. You can buy a single ride that lasts up to 45 minutes. This is useful if you want to get from A to B.
The second option allows you to buy an all-day pass, which is great for exploring multiple neighbourhoods. You can ride for 90 minutes at a time.
STEP 4: Rent a bike
Once your account is set up, you'll be able to check the location of available bikes around Buenos Aires and use a QR code to release a bike at any of the stations.
Handy things to note:
Be sure to give your bike a thorough check before taking it out. Make sure it has functioning brakes and the handles and pedals are intact. And always make sure to dock your bike, as there are penalties for missing or abandoned bikes.
Bike incidents:
My account was disabled after the bike terminal failed to register that I'd returned the bike.
A kind passerby, trying to help me, explained that it happens often and not to worry about it. He was right, as my account was promptly enabled again after the weekend. As it goes in Argentina... 'no pasa nada ’. Or 'chill out ’.
Official website:
Here’s the link to the BA Ecobici website where you can view current pricing.
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