Motorcycle Rental in Lisbon (Portugal) from €25/day

Lisbon rewards anyone willing to explore beyond its seven hills, and a motorcycle is the easiest way to do it. One morning you could be winding up through the pine forests of Sintra toward the Pena Palace, and by afternoon chasing the Atlantic light out to Cabo da Roca, the westernmost tip of continental Europe. The coastal road onward to Cascais keeps unfolding new views around every bend — this is a city built for two wheels, not a windshield.

Lisbon's centre is a maze of steep, narrow, cobbled streets where parking a car can eat up half your day. A scooter slips through it all, tucks into the smallest gap near a viewpoint, and costs a fraction of a taxi. It also opens up the day trips that make Lisbon worth lingering in: the twisting hills around Sintra, the seaside Marginal toward Estoril, and the winding coastal roads of Arrábida further south. Renting a motorcycle in Lisbon turns those slow, parking-starved car routes into genuinely scenic rides.

Top 10 things to see in Lisbon by motorcycle

1. Cabo da Roca — the westernmost point of continental Europe, a dramatic clifftop reached by a scenic coastal ride through Sintra's hills.
2. Sintra (Pena Palace and historic centre) — twisty mountain roads through forest leading to fairy-tale palaces and the Moorish Castle, a classic day-trip loop.
3. Cascais — a coastal resort town with an easy seaside ride along the Estoril coast road, great for a lunch stop.
4. Praia do Guincho — a wild Atlantic beach near Cascais and a scenic, windy stretch of coastal road.
5. Boca do Inferno — dramatic sea cliffs and a blowhole just outside Cascais, a quick scenic stop.
6. Estrada Marginal — the classic riverside road linking Lisbon to Cascais, hugging the Tagus estuary and Atlantic coast.
7. Torre de Belém and Padrão dos Descobrimentos — riverside monuments in Belém, an easy in-city ride along the Tagus.
8. Cristo Rei — a giant hilltop Christ statue across the 25 de Abril bridge, with panoramic views back over Lisbon.
9. Arrábida Natural Park and Praia da Figueirinha — a winding coastal mountain road south of the city with turquoise-water beaches.
10. Miradouro da Senhora do Monte — one of Lisbon's highest viewpoints, up the narrow Alfama and Graça streets.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Lisbon?

For scooters up to 50cc you need category AM, obtainable from age 16; a full car licence (B) covers this too. A 125cc scooter or motorcycle requires an A1 entitlement — note that Portugal's rule letting local B-licence holders ride 125cc applies only to Portuguese licences, not to visitors. Larger motorcycles need A2 (from 18) or full category A (from 24, or 20 with A2 experience). Bring an International Driving Permit if your licence isn't from the EU or EEA. Rental companies almost always require a security deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the amount varying by operator and vehicle.

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

Prices move with the seasons. Expect around 25–35 EUR per day in low season, rising to 40–60 EUR in high season, and 60–90 EUR or more per day for larger or premium models at the peak.

• Cheapest rates: November to February.
• Priciest months: July and August.
• Booking early in summer helps secure the model you want.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Lisbon?

High season runs June to September, peaking in July and August, when prices climb and popular models get booked out fast — reserve ahead if you're travelling then. Low season, November to March, brings the cheapest rentals, though the weather is cooler and wetter. For the best balance of good riding weather and lighter crowds, April to June and September to October are hard to beat.

Local traffic rules in Lisbon

Portugal drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for both rider and passenger on any moped, scooter or motorcycle. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h on open roads, and 120 km/h on motorways, though mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and banned from motorways altogether. The blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, dropping to 0.2 g/l for newer drivers, and checks are common. Dipped headlights must stay on at all times, day and night. Many motorways use electronic-only tolling, so it's worth agreeing on a toll-handling method with your rental company before you set off. If you're ready to rent a scooter in Lisbon or something with a bit more power, 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!