Motorcycle & Scooter Rentals in Como, Italy

Lake Como looks like a postcard, but the real way to feel it is from the seat of a scooter, weaving along the Lungolago di Como past Piazza Cavour, or climbing the switchbacks to Brunate for a view that stretches over the whole lake. Rent a scooter here and the town opens up at your own pace — a quick ride to Cernobbio for lunch by Villa d'Este, or a longer loop toward Bellagio when the light turns golden in the late afternoon.

Como's old town is a maze of narrow lanes and one-way streets, and parking anywhere near the lakefront during the day is close to impossible. A scooter slips through both problems, and it's the only sensible way to handle the steep climb up to Brunate without wearing yourself out or crawling behind tour buses. The shoreline roads toward Cernobbio, Torno and Bellagio were practically made for two wheels — twisting, scenic, and far more fun than sitting in a queue of cars.

Top 10 things to see in Como by scooter

1. Lungolago di Como — a flat, scenic ride along the water right from the city center, past Piazza Cavour and the Tempio Voltiano.
2. Villa Olmo — a grand neoclassical lakeside villa with gardens, a short ride northwest along the lakefront.
3. Brunate — a hilltop village above Como reached by a winding uphill road, rewarded with panoramic views over the lake.
4. Faro Voltiano — the Volta lighthouse above Brunate, a favorite stop for lake panoramas.
5. Cernobbio — an elegant lakeside town a few kilometers north, reached by an easy coastal ride.
6. Villa d'Este — the famous historic villa and gardens in Cernobbio, a landmark worth the detour.
7. The Brunate–Faro loop road — a classic run of hairpin turns and lake views, popular with scooter and moto riders alike.
8. Torno — a picturesque village on the eastern shore, a pleasant coastal ride along the lake.
9. Bellagio — the "pearl of Lake Como", around 30km along the western shore, best combined with a ferry crossing.
10. Duomo di Como — the cathedral in the heart of the old town, a natural spot to start or end your ride.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Como?

For a 50cc moped up to 45 km/h, an AM licence is enough. For anything from 50cc to 125cc you'll need an A1 licence, though holders of a full car licence can sometimes ride a 125cc locally — ask the rental operator directly, since acceptance of foreign licences varies. If your licence wasn't issued in the EU or EEA, bring an International Driving Permit. Most operators set their own minimum age, usually 18, and take a deposit as a credit card hold or cash, scaled to the value of the scooter.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Como?

Expect around 20–30 EUR per day in low season and 35–55 EUR per day in high season, with premium or larger-displacement models running 50–80 EUR per day.

• Prices climb from June and peak in July and August.
• They drop back down from November through March, the cheapest stretch of the year.

When to book a rental scooter in Como?

High season runs June to August, when the lake is busiest and prices sit at their highest — book a few weeks ahead if you're traveling then. Low season, November through March, is quieter and cheaper, though some smaller operators run reduced hours. If you can, aim for May, June or September: warm, dry, and easier on both your wallet and the crowds.

Local traffic rules in Como

Italy drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for every rider and passenger, no exceptions, and your headlight should stay on at all times. Speed limits are 50 km/h in town, 90 km/h on ordinary roads outside built-up areas, and 110 km/h on the main extra-urban routes; 50cc mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and can't use the faster dual carriageways. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, dropping to zero if you're under 21 or have held your licence less than three years. Watch for ZTL zones in the historic center — ride into one without a permit and the fine will follow you home.

Most of our scooter rentals in Como come from experienced local operators who'll hand you a well-kept vehicle, a helmet, insurance and friendly service. If you want to rent a scooter in Como, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!

Types of scooters available

On our website you can rent the following types of scooters: classic scooter, Vespa, moped, motoroller, motoscooter, with a sidecar, with automatic or manual gears, three-wheeled scooters, large, maxi-scooter, touring, scooters with a windscreen and a roof, underbones, electric scooters.

Models of scooters available

On our website you can hire scooters from the following manufacturers: Adly, Aeon, Aprilia, Piaggio, Bajaj, Benelli, Beta, BMW, Derbi, Gilera, Honda, Kawasaki, Kymco, LML, Malaguti, Peugeot, PGO, Suzuki, SYM, TVS, Vespa, Yamaha.

Which insurance is provided with my rental scooter?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a scooter without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online scooter reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, delivery to your hotel, delivery to your address, delivery to the arrival point of your choice.

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