Scooter Rentals in Valletta from €5/day

Valletta rewards anyone willing to trade the bus timetable for two wheels. Climb up to the Upper Barrakka Gardens at sunset for the view over the Grand Harbour, then be back down at Fort St Elmo in five minutes flat — no queue, no waiting for the next 133. A scooter turns the whole peninsula and everything around it, from the honey-coloured lanes of Mdina to the fishing boats at Marsaxlokk, into a single easy afternoon rather than three separate bus trips.

Valletta's old town is almost entirely pedestrianised, with steep, narrow streets that were never built for cars and parking that barely exists. A scooter slips through where a car can't and gets you where the buses don't bother going. Malta itself is tiny — most of the island's best spots sit 20 to 40 minutes apart by road — so once you've explored the capital, you can be at a beach, a cliff, or a fortified old town before lunch. If you're planning to **rent a scooter in Valletta**, that combination of a car-hostile centre and a compact island is exactly why it makes sense.

Top 10 things to see in Valletta by scooter

1. Upper Barrakka Gardens — the best panoramic viewpoint over the Grand Harbour and the Saluting Battery, a short ride from most Valletta hotels.
2. Fort St Elmo — the historic fort guarding the tip of the Valletta peninsula, home to the National War Museum.
3. St. John's Co-Cathedral — a landmark Baroque cathedral in the heart of the city, worth parking up for.
4. The Three Cities (Vittoriosa/Birgu, Senglea, Cospicua) — a quick hop across the Grand Harbour bridge to older, quieter fortified towns.
5. Sliema Ferries / The Strand — a coastal promenade ride with views back across the harbour to Valletta's skyline.
6. St. Julian's and Paceville — the popular seafront and nightlife strip, an easy run north along the coast road.
7. Mdina (the Silent City) — Malta's former capital, best explored on two wheels to skip the parking hassle entirely.
8. Golden Bay — one of Malta's best sandy beaches, reachable on a longer ride across the island.
9. Dingli Cliffs — dramatic sea cliffs and a classic scenic loop for open road and views.
10. Marsaxlokk — the colourful fishing village on the southeast coast, a favourite day trip for the Sunday fish market.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Valletta?

For small 50cc scooters you'll generally need a moped-class (AM) entitlement; larger machines call for a motorcycle licence matched to the engine size, so it's worth confirming the exact category with the rental operator before you book. Most companies ask riders to be at least 18, sometimes 21 for bigger bikes, and to have held their licence for a minimum period. A deposit is normally required, usually blocked on a credit card in your name, with the amount varying by operator and vehicle. An International Driving Permit isn't required for scooter hire in Malta.

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

Average rental prices start around 5-10 EUR per day in low season and climb to roughly 15-25 EUR per day in high season, with premium or larger-cc models running 25-35 EUR per day.

• Prices are lowest from November to February.
• They rise steadily through spring as demand builds.
• June to September, the peak Mediterranean season, brings the highest rates.

When to book a rental scooter in Valletta?

High season runs from June to September, peaking in July and August, when both prices and traffic around Valletta, Sliema and St Julian's are at their busiest — book ahead if you're travelling then. Low season stretches from November to March, when rates drop and the roads are far quieter. April, May and late September into October hit the sweet spot: pleasant riding weather without the summer crowds or prices.

Local traffic rules in Valletta

Malta drives on the left, so keep that in mind at the island's many roundabouts, where traffic coming from your right has priority. Helmets are compulsory for riders and passengers on every scooter and motorcycle. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 80 km/h outside them — there are no motorways on the island. The general blood-alcohol limit for driving is 0.05 g/100 ml, lower for novice drivers, and phones may only be used hands-free while riding.

Most of our scooter rental partners in Valletta have years of experience and hand over a well-kept vehicle, a helmet, insurance and genuinely friendly service. If you're ready to **rent a scooter in Valletta**, 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!