Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Alghero

Alghero rewards anyone willing to trade the bus timetable for a set of handlebars. Ride out along the coastal road toward Capo Caccia and you'll find the cliffs opening up over the Golfo di Porto Conte, with the Grotte di Nettuno waiting at the tip of the promontory. Come back through town and park along the old Catalan-Gothic streets inside the Bastioni, where the sea walls glow at sunset — the kind of ride that turns a single afternoon into the highlight of the trip.

Alghero's centro storico is largely closed to cars and short on parking, so a two-wheeler is simply the practical choice there. Outside the walls, the real appeal shows itself: the best sights are strung along narrow, twisting coastal roads — the run out to Capo Caccia, the cliff road to the lighthouse, the longer haul south to Bosa — where a scooter or motorcycle slips past tour buses and finds parking that a car never will. If you want to rent a scooter in Alghero or step up to something with more power for the longer routes, this is a city built for it.

Top 10 things to see in Alghero by motorcycle

1. Grotte di Nettuno (Capo Caccia) — iconic sea caves at the tip of Capo Caccia, reached via the dramatic coastal road SP55 with cliff-top views over the Golfo di Porto Conte.
2. Escala del Cabirol (Scala del Cabirol) — a 654-step staircase down the cliff face; park at the top for one of Sardinia's best panoramic viewpoints.
3. Capo Caccia lighthouse road — a winding, low-traffic coastal road that's a scenic ride in its own right.
4. Spiaggia delle Bombarde — a popular white-sand beach a short ride north along the coast road, easy for a swim stop.
5. Spiaggia di Maria Pia — a pine-backed beach close to town for a quick afternoon at the sea.
6. Alghero old town (Centro Storico) and city walls (Bastioni) — the Catalan-Gothic quarter and sea ramparts, a natural start or finish point for any ride.
7. Porto Conte (Parco Naturale Regionale di Porto Conte) — a protected bay and nature park en route to Capo Caccia, with scenic pull-offs and a marina.
8. Nuraghe Palmavera — a well-preserved Bronze Age nuraghic complex just off the road to Capo Caccia.
9. Bosa and the SS292 coastal route — a classic day-ride south along a twisting coastal road to the colourful riverside town of Bosa and its castle.
10. Sassari — Sardinia's second city, a straightforward ~35km inland ride for those wanting an urban stop.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Alghero?

For mopeds up to 50cc you need at least category AM; scooters between 50cc and 125cc call for category A1, and larger motorcycles step up through A2 to full A depending on power. A full car licence (category B) can cover a 125cc scooter in some cases, though rental operators vary in whether they accept a foreign B licence for this, so confirm before booking. If your licence was issued outside the EU/EEA, bring an International Driving Permit. Expect a minimum age requirement around 18, and a deposit taken as a credit card hold or cash, scaled to the value of the vehicle.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Alghero?

A scooter runs roughly 20–28 EUR per day in low season and 35–55 EUR per day in high season, while larger motorcycles (300cc+) climb to 50–90 EUR per day, and premium touring bikes can reach 70–120 EUR per day at the peak.

• Prices are lowest from November to March, when some coastal outlets reduce hours or close.
• July and August, Sardinia's busiest months, push rates to their highest.
• Booking ahead matters most for July and August, when island demand is at its peak.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Alghero?

High season runs through June, July and August, with July and August the busiest and priciest stretch. Low season falls between November and March, when quieter roads come with lower rates but fewer open rental shops. For the best balance, aim for late spring or early autumn, when the coast roads are clear, the weather is kind, and vehicles are easier to find without booking far in advance.

Local traffic rules in Alghero

Italy drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for every rider and passenger on a scooter, moped or motorcycle, no exceptions. Speed limits are 50 km/h in town, 90 km/h on ordinary roads outside built-up areas, and up to 110 km/h on extra-urban dual carriageways — 50cc mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and kept off the faster roads. Dipped headlights stay on at all times when riding. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, dropping to zero for riders under 21 or holding a licence less than three years. Most of our motorcycle rentals in Alghero come with a helmet, insurance and friendly service included — if you're ready to explore, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, standard, classic, dual-purpose, dirt bikes, street, naked bikes or roadsters, choppers, custom, streetfighter, sport-touring, dual-sport, on-road, off-road, adventure motorcycles, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, enduro, motocross mx, trail, motards, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: BMW, Harley Davidson, Aprilia, Buell, Cagiva, Ducati, Gilera, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Jawa, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, Benelli, Bajaj, Indian, Royal Enfield, TVS, Beta, Bimota.

Which insurance is provided?

Most providers include basic third-party liability insurance in the rental price, with options to upgrade to fuller coverage that reduces or removes your deposit liability in case of damage or theft. Always confirm exactly what is and isn’t covered before you set off.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorbike 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, or delivery to your chosen address.

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Most of our motorcycle rental providers have years of experience and will equip you with a well-maintained bike, helmet and insurance for the ride ahead. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle locally, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!