Top 5 best bicycle rentals in Mendoza

Downtown Mendoza rewards anyone willing to move slowly through it, and a bicycle is the best speed for that. Ride under the acequia-fed plane trees toward Parque General San Martín, loop the lake at the Rosedal past rows of roses and rowers, then climb the switchbacks of Cerro de la Gloria for a view that stretches from the city rooftops to the Andes. Head out the other direction and you're pedalling between vineyards on the Maipú wine route within the hour — a very different kind of ride, but just as easy to reach on two wheels.

Mendoza was practically built for cycling. The colonial grid downtown is flat, wide and shaded, so the summer heat that makes walking miserable barely touches you on a bike, and traffic moves at a calmer pace than in Buenos Aires or Córdoba. Distances here are the other argument: the plazas, the park and the Maipú bodegas sit 2 to 15 kilometres apart, too far for a comfortable walk but a quick, scenic ride once you're on a saddle.

Top 10 things to see in Mendoza by bike

1. Parque General San Martín — the city's green heart, some 420 hectares of paved loops, a lake and shaded avenues, and the natural starting point for almost any ride.
2. Cerro de la Gloria — a climb inside the park to the Monumento al Ejército de los Andes, with the best panoramic view of the city and the mountains behind it.
3. Rosedal (Rose Garden) & Lago Regatas — a flat, scenic loop inside the park, popular for an easy pedal past roses and rowers on the lake.
4. Plaza Independencia — the central plaza and the hub the other four radiate from, a useful point to get your bearings.
5. Plaza España — the most photographed plaza in Mendoza, covered in Spanish azulejo tilework, a short detour from the centre.
6. Plaza Italia — quieter and tree-lined, good for a relaxed loop through the older grid.
7. Plaza Chile — rounds out the classic five-plazas circuit through downtown.
8. Área Fundacional — an open-air archaeological site and museum on the ruins of the original 16th-century city, a short ride from the centre.
9. Maipú wine bike route — flat vineyard roads lined with bodegas, olive mills and small wineries, the region's classic bike-and-wine circuit, a short transfer from the city.
10. Avenida San Martín — the tree-lined boulevard that threads the plazas together, the default artery for getting around by bike.

What do you need to rent a bike in Mendoza?

Argentina sets no licence, registration or minimum age for bicycles, so renting is straightforward — no IDP needed. Rental shops usually just ask for an ID document, and some may hold a small deposit against the bike. If you're planning to rent a scooter or motorcycle instead for a longer trip, that's a different story: those do require a motorcycle licence and an International Driving Permit.

How much does it cost to rent a bike in Mendoza?

A standard city or mountain bike runs roughly ARS 7,000–9,000 per day in low season and ARS 12,000–16,000 in high season. E-bikes and full-suspension mountain bikes cost more, typically ARS 20,000–28,000 per day.

• Prices rise around December–February, Argentina's summer, and again in early March during the Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia, the grape-harvest festival.
• Prices drop from June to August, the Southern Hemisphere winter and Mendoza's quietest tourist months.

When to book a rental bike in Mendoza?

Book ahead if you're coming in high season — December through February, or early March for the Vendimia festival — when demand and prices both climb. For lower prices and thinner crowds around the plazas and the park, aim for June to August; the flat terrain and mild winters here mean the low season is still perfectly rideable.

Local traffic rules in Mendoza

Argentina drives on the right. National traffic law expects cyclists to wear a helmet too, though enforcement of that rule is looser than for motorised vehicles — wearing one anyway is the sensible choice, especially around the busier avenues. Urban speed limits sit around 40 km/h on streets and 60 km/h on avenues, so cars generally aren't moving fast, but junctions in the centre can still get busy. Argentina's alcohol limits are strict, and several provinces apply zero tolerance, so the simplest approach if you plan to ride is not to drink beforehand at all.

Types of bikes available

On our website you can rent the following types of bicycles: classic bikes, tandems, road bikes, carbon, cyclocross, touring, trekking, hybrid, mountain bikes (MTB), cruisers, comfort, city, commuter, urban, Dutch bikes, lady, bike for kids, folding, tricycles with three wheels, bikes with basket, with gears, with suspension, with rear rack, fat-tire bikes, electric bicycles.

Models of bicycles available

On our website you can hire a bike of the following manufacturers: Avanti, Batavus, Bianchi, Trek, Cannondale, Cube, Diamant, Felt, Scott, Gazelle, Genesis, Giant, GT Bicycles, Ideal, K2, Diamondback, Schwinn, Jamis, Raleigh, Kona, Kross, Merida, Mongoose, Next, Orbea, Órbita, Murray, Roadmaster, Rocky, Miele, Rover, Shimano, Vélo, Specialized.

Which insurance is provided with my rental bicycle?

Bicycle rentals typically come with basic cover for third-party damage, but theft and damage terms vary from one provider to another. Some include simple loss or damage protection in the price, while others cover it through your deposit; always check the exact terms on the booking page before you confirm.

Extra services available

When you make a reservation of a bicycle you also can order the following extra services and equipment: helmet, GPS navigation, clip pedals, side cases, rear rack, basket, light, gloves, speedometer, individual guide or tour, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to the address of your choice.

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Most of our local bicycle rentals have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept bike, lock, basket and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a bicycle, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!