Top 5 best scooter rentals in Jerusalem

Jerusalem rewards the traveller who can move on their own schedule, and a scooter is the easiest way to earn that freedom. Weave along the ramparts from Jaffa Gate toward Damascus Gate, then climb up to the Mount of Olives Observation Point for the view every postcard promises — the Old City spread out below you, gold in the late light. From there it's a short hop down to the Haas Promenade for another angle over the Kidron Valley, or across town to Mahane Yehuda for a plate of something fried and delicious. This is a city built in layers, and a scooter lets you feel all of them in one afternoon.

The Old City itself is closed to cars and laced with narrow stone lanes, so nothing beats a scooter for covering the ground between it and everywhere else worth seeing. Sights here sit 2 to 8 km apart across steep, hilly terrain — walkable once, exhausting on repeat, especially once summer heat sets in. A quick, agile ride also gets you out to quieter corners like Ein Kerem that most tour buses skip entirely. If you're weighing whether to rent a scooter in Jerusalem, this is exactly the kind of city where it pays off.

Top 10 things to see in Jerusalem by scooter

1. Old City (Jaffa Gate to Damascus Gate, along the ramparts) — the walled core of Jerusalem; park at Jaffa Gate and explore the quarters and gates on foot.
2. Mount of Olives Observation Point — the classic panorama over the Old City and Temple Mount, best at sunrise or sunset.
3. Mahane Yehuda Market (the Shuk) — a lively food market by day, bars and street food by night, with easy parking nearby.
4. Yad Vashem — Israel's national Holocaust memorial and museum on Mount Herzl.
5. Israel Museum — home to the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Shrine of the Book, a short ride from the centre.
6. First Station (HaTachana HaRishona) — a restored Ottoman-era railway station turned promenade with cafes and events.
7. Sacher Park (Gan Sacher) — the city's largest park, great for a cruise and a break near the Knesset.
8. Ein Kerem — a picturesque stone village on the edge of the city with churches and galleries.
9. Mamilla Avenue — an open-air shopping promenade linking West Jerusalem to Jaffa Gate.
10. Haas Promenade (Tayelet) — a sweeping southern viewpoint over the Old City and Kidron Valley, especially good at golden hour.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Jerusalem?

For an electric scooter, no licence is needed, but riders must be at least 16 and wear a helmet. A motorised scooter or moped requires a motorcycle licence matching the machine's class, and rental companies commonly set their own age floor around 21 for larger models even though the legal minimum is 18. An International Driving Permit isn't a legal requirement, though it's worth carrying alongside your home licence. Expect a deposit held on a credit card in your name, with the amount depending on the vehicle you choose.

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

Prices are quoted in ILS and swing a lot across the year.

• The lowest promotional off-peak rates run around 20–25 ILS per day.
• During peak summer and Jewish holidays, expect roughly 100–180 ILS per day.
• A larger or newer model runs about 150–250 ILS per day even at the higher end.

When to book a rental scooter in Jerusalem?

High season runs July through September, with extra spikes around Passover in spring and Sukkot in autumn — book ahead if you're travelling then, since prices climb and availability tightens. For the best rates, aim for January, February or November, outside the holiday weeks. Spring and autumn also bring the most comfortable riding weather, so booking a few weeks out in those months is a smart middle ground between price and comfort.

Local traffic rules in Jerusalem

Israel drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for all motorcycle and scooter riders, and for e-bike and e-scooter riders of any age. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and rise to 80–100 km/h on inter-urban roads outside the city. The general blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%, and it's effectively zero tolerance for new or young riders, so it's simplest to just not drink before riding. Motorcycles ride with headlights on at all times, and handheld phone use is banned and enforced. If you want to rent a scooter in Jerusalem, 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!