Discover Florence and its stunning surroundings on two wheels with our bike rental service!
For 30 years, Florence by Bike has been the go-to place for those seeking an authentic, sustainable, and fun experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist, a curious traveler, or simply looking for an alternative way to explore the city, you’ll find the perfect bike for you: city bikes, e-bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, touring bikes, gravel, all meticulously maintained by our team.
We’re just a few steps from the historical center and a short walk from Santa Maria Novella station. Starting your adventure has never been easier!
Book now and get ready to ride through art, history, and breathtaking landscapes.
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Marina Linchevska
5
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
Daan Renssen
5
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Marina Linchevska
5
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
Richard Byrne
5
This is a proper professional bike shop, you can hire any type of bike from a city bike to a racing bike. They have a massive shop where you can buy any spare part for your bike, with a large workshop. You should definitely hire from here, they all speak English, the bikes are well maintained, don't bother with the slightly cheaper shops down the road. I am English, I hired a city bike, it was great, I am also a club racing cyclist so I know a good shop when I see one !!!!
Charly HUNTER
5
Great service and advice from Florence by Bike !
I rented an e-bike for 14 days in May and I was able to do an amazing journey :
- we biked from Florence to Arezzo, going through the "Strade dei Sette Ponti". Great scenery !
- we spent some time at lake Trasimeno, very convenient for cycling
- we then went to Perugia and enjoyed the beautiful hilly forest and ruins, we also visited Assisi
- We then did a part of Via Fiaminia and slept close to the city of Massa Martana in the mountains. Great scenery and food
- We then biked to Terni and Narni, and spent the evening in beautiful hilltop city of Magliano Sabina
- then we went to lake Braciano, I really recommend to stay at one of the lake's camping and enjoyed the beaches
- We then went to Rome, where we visited and traveled via the Via Appia Antica, a roman road you can bike until Castel Gondolfo, a beautiful lake where the pope has his summer palace
- we biked to Tivoli, south east of Rome, and enjoyed the beautiful antic Villas there
- We then finished the loop taking the train to Montefiascone and the Bolsena lake, and biked to the beautiful city of Orvieto. The lake is absolutely stunning and nature is preserved.
We did between 40 and 90 kilometers a day. Even though it was an e-bike it was quite sportive because we turned the battery off when it was flat or when the hills were not too steep. The battery was more than enough that way.
I personaly also did this trip to avoid carbon emissions on visit places not crowded with tourists. I was able to take the train from where I live (Paris) to Firenze, and even enjoyed a stop on the coast of Genova.
Thank you Florence by Bike to have made this trip possible !
Samuel Prudhomme
5
I normally never leave a review but love my bike ride. Rented a gravel bike for a day at a fair price. This is a good bike shop. You feel it right away when you enter the store.
They also have trails/ride informations on their website on Strava so you can be offline on your cellphone and for tourist like me who didn’t knew the nice rides.
Did the 78km in Tuscany and it was awesome!
Booking equipment online on our site is a piece of cake! Here's how to do it:
1. From the home page of our website, you have two options to start booking: click on the "Book" button or select the equipment you're interested in directly.
2. Next, you'll need to select the period during which you'd like to rent the equipment.
3. A list of available equipment for the selected period will appear. Browse the list and choose the equipment that best suits your needs.
4. Add the equipment you want to book to your basket. You can add as much equipment as you want.
5. Once you have everything you need, go to your basket and confirm the equipment and rental duration.
6. You'll then be asked to provide certain information, such as your contact details and any other details required for the rental.
7. Finally, you can confirm your booking. Once it has been confirmed, you'll be notified via a confirmation e-mail.
When can I pick up the equipment I've booked?
As soon as you've completed your online booking, your equipment is reserved and ready to be collected at the date and time you chose at the time of booking.
We recommend early arrival to allow time to both check the equipment and ask any necessary questions. If you need to collect the equipment earlier or later than expected, please contact us directly to check availability, and we'll do our very best to accommodate your request.
Please note that for reasons of availability and stock management, it is important to respect the dates and times for equipment collection and return you indicated at the time of booking.
What delivery options are available?
We do not currently offer delivery. All equipment booked through our online store must be collected directly from our store. You can select your preferred pick-up date and time when making your booking.
Discover Florence and its stunning surroundings on two wheels with our bike rental service!
For 30 years, Florence by Bike has been the go-to place for those seeking an authentic, sustainable, and fun experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist, a curious traveler, or simply looking for an alternative way to explore the city, you’ll find the perfect bike for you: city bikes, e-bikes, road bikes, mountain bikes, touring bikes, gravel, all meticulously maintained by our team.
We’re just a few steps from the historical center and a short walk from Santa Maria Novella station. Starting your adventure has never been easier!
Book now and get ready to ride through art, history, and breathtaking landscapes.
Customer reviews
4.8 (431 reviews)
Daan Renssen
5
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Marina Linchevska
5
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
Daan Renssen
5
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Marina Linchevska
5
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
Richard Byrne
5
This is a proper professional bike shop, you can hire any type of bike from a city bike to a racing bike. They have a massive shop where you can buy any spare part for your bike, with a large workshop. You should definitely hire from here, they all speak English, the bikes are well maintained, don't bother with the slightly cheaper shops down the road. I am English, I hired a city bike, it was great, I am also a club racing cyclist so I know a good shop when I see one !!!!
Charly HUNTER
5
Great service and advice from Florence by Bike !
I rented an e-bike for 14 days in May and I was able to do an amazing journey :
- we biked from Florence to Arezzo, going through the "Strade dei Sette Ponti". Great scenery !
- we spent some time at lake Trasimeno, very convenient for cycling
- we then went to Perugia and enjoyed the beautiful hilly forest and ruins, we also visited Assisi
- We then did a part of Via Fiaminia and slept close to the city of Massa Martana in the mountains. Great scenery and food
- We then biked to Terni and Narni, and spent the evening in beautiful hilltop city of Magliano Sabina
- then we went to lake Braciano, I really recommend to stay at one of the lake's camping and enjoyed the beaches
- We then went to Rome, where we visited and traveled via the Via Appia Antica, a roman road you can bike until Castel Gondolfo, a beautiful lake where the pope has his summer palace
- we biked to Tivoli, south east of Rome, and enjoyed the beautiful antic Villas there
- We then finished the loop taking the train to Montefiascone and the Bolsena lake, and biked to the beautiful city of Orvieto. The lake is absolutely stunning and nature is preserved.
We did between 40 and 90 kilometers a day. Even though it was an e-bike it was quite sportive because we turned the battery off when it was flat or when the hills were not too steep. The battery was more than enough that way.
I personaly also did this trip to avoid carbon emissions on visit places not crowded with tourists. I was able to take the train from where I live (Paris) to Firenze, and even enjoyed a stop on the coast of Genova.
Thank you Florence by Bike to have made this trip possible !
Samuel Prudhomme
5
I normally never leave a review but love my bike ride. Rented a gravel bike for a day at a fair price. This is a good bike shop. You feel it right away when you enter the store.
They also have trails/ride informations on their website on Strava so you can be offline on your cellphone and for tourist like me who didn’t knew the nice rides.
Did the 78km in Tuscany and it was awesome!
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
This is a proper professional bike shop, you can hire any type of bike from a city bike to a racing bike. They have a massive shop where you can buy any spare part for your bike, with a large workshop. You should definitely hire from here, they all speak English, the bikes are well maintained, don't bother with the slightly cheaper shops down the road. I am English, I hired a city bike, it was great, I am also a club racing cyclist so I know a good shop when I see one !!!!
Great service and advice from Florence by Bike !
I rented an e-bike for 14 days in May and I was able to do an amazing journey :
- we biked from Florence to Arezzo, going through the "Strade dei Sette Ponti". Great scenery !
- we spent some time at lake Trasimeno, very convenient for cycling
- we then went to Perugia and enjoyed the beautiful hilly forest and ruins, we also visited Assisi
- We then did a part of Via Fiaminia and slept close to the city of Massa Martana in the mountains. Great scenery and food
- We then biked to Terni and Narni, and spent the evening in beautiful hilltop city of Magliano Sabina
- then we went to lake Braciano, I really recommend to stay at one of the lake's camping and enjoyed the beaches
- We then went to Rome, where we visited and traveled via the Via Appia Antica, a roman road you can bike until Castel Gondolfo, a beautiful lake where the pope has his summer palace
- we biked to Tivoli, south east of Rome, and enjoyed the beautiful antic Villas there
- We then finished the loop taking the train to Montefiascone and the Bolsena lake, and biked to the beautiful city of Orvieto. The lake is absolutely stunning and nature is preserved.
We did between 40 and 90 kilometers a day. Even though it was an e-bike it was quite sportive because we turned the battery off when it was flat or when the hills were not too steep. The battery was more than enough that way.
I personaly also did this trip to avoid carbon emissions on visit places not crowded with tourists. I was able to take the train from where I live (Paris) to Firenze, and even enjoyed a stop on the coast of Genova.
Thank you Florence by Bike to have made this trip possible !
I normally never leave a review but love my bike ride. Rented a gravel bike for a day at a fair price. This is a good bike shop. You feel it right away when you enter the store.
They also have trails/ride informations on their website on Strava so you can be offline on your cellphone and for tourist like me who didn’t knew the nice rides.
Did the 78km in Tuscany and it was awesome!
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
I rented a roadbike for a day from Florence by Bike, and it was a great experience. Lia at the front is fluent in English and helped me select the right bike and clear all the paperwork. I am staying in Florence long-term, and she was able to set me up with a multi-day discount even though I am not renting on consecutive days. Only possible in (s)low season. I got a carbon Cannondale Evo, and the bike was in perfect condition.
I like to support the local bike store wherever I go, and this store deserves your attention. Full rental service for all kind of bikes, but also top brands for sale from a full selection of Bromptons to all top brands in MTB, road, gravel and E-bike.
And important: they are just outside the ZTL zone so you can get there by car (but good luck finding a parking spot)
Wonderful shop with great bikes!
I rented a bike for one day and was very happy with the experience. The bike was comfortable and perfect for exploring Florence and getting around the city.
Many thanks to the team — highly recommended!
This is a proper professional bike shop, you can hire any type of bike from a city bike to a racing bike. They have a massive shop where you can buy any spare part for your bike, with a large workshop. You should definitely hire from here, they all speak English, the bikes are well maintained, don't bother with the slightly cheaper shops down the road. I am English, I hired a city bike, it was great, I am also a club racing cyclist so I know a good shop when I see one !!!!
Great service and advice from Florence by Bike !
I rented an e-bike for 14 days in May and I was able to do an amazing journey :
- we biked from Florence to Arezzo, going through the "Strade dei Sette Ponti". Great scenery !
- we spent some time at lake Trasimeno, very convenient for cycling
- we then went to Perugia and enjoyed the beautiful hilly forest and ruins, we also visited Assisi
- We then did a part of Via Fiaminia and slept close to the city of Massa Martana in the mountains. Great scenery and food
- We then biked to Terni and Narni, and spent the evening in beautiful hilltop city of Magliano Sabina
- then we went to lake Braciano, I really recommend to stay at one of the lake's camping and enjoyed the beaches
- We then went to Rome, where we visited and traveled via the Via Appia Antica, a roman road you can bike until Castel Gondolfo, a beautiful lake where the pope has his summer palace
- we biked to Tivoli, south east of Rome, and enjoyed the beautiful antic Villas there
- We then finished the loop taking the train to Montefiascone and the Bolsena lake, and biked to the beautiful city of Orvieto. The lake is absolutely stunning and nature is preserved.
We did between 40 and 90 kilometers a day. Even though it was an e-bike it was quite sportive because we turned the battery off when it was flat or when the hills were not too steep. The battery was more than enough that way.
I personaly also did this trip to avoid carbon emissions on visit places not crowded with tourists. I was able to take the train from where I live (Paris) to Firenze, and even enjoyed a stop on the coast of Genova.
Thank you Florence by Bike to have made this trip possible !
I normally never leave a review but love my bike ride. Rented a gravel bike for a day at a fair price. This is a good bike shop. You feel it right away when you enter the store.
They also have trails/ride informations on their website on Strava so you can be offline on your cellphone and for tourist like me who didn’t knew the nice rides.
Did the 78km in Tuscany and it was awesome!
Daan Renssen
Marina Linchevska
