Scooter Rentals on Korcula (Korčula) island

Korčula is one of those Adriatic islands where the map lies to you — it looks small, but the coast road twists past so many coves, vineyards and stone villages that a single day never feels like enough. Wander the walls of Korčula Old Town, said to be the birthplace of Marco Polo, then head out along the coast toward Lumbarda or Pupnat, where the sea turns a shade of blue you won't find in any brochure. Renting a scooter here isn't just convenient — it's the way locals actually get around.

The old town itself is compact and best explored on foot, but everything worth seeing beyond its walls is strung along narrow, winding roads that a car handles clumsily and a scooter handles perfectly. Parking outside the gates takes seconds, fuel costs next to nothing, and you can pull over at a viewpoint or a hidden cove whenever you feel like it — something no bus tour will ever let you do. If you want to rent a scooter in Korčula, this is exactly the kind of island that rewards it.

Top 10 things to see in Korčula by scooter

1. Korčula Old Town — a walled medieval peninsula with easy parking just outside the gates and the old claim of Marco Polo's birthplace.
2. Marco Polo's House (Kuća Marka Pola) — a small tower-house museum inside the walls, worth a quick stop.
3. Vela Pržina Beach, Lumbarda — a sandy beach a short, flat ride from town, ideal for a swim break.
4. Pupnatska Luka Beach — a pebble cove backed by pine forest, reached by a winding scenic descent from Pupnat.
5. Kočje Forest Park — a karst forest of natural stone labyrinths near Žrnovo, a short walk from where you park.
6. Žrnovo Village — a hillside stone village with narrow lanes and konobas, just inland from Korčula town.
7. Vidikovac Kom (Kom Viewpoint) — a hilltop panorama over vineyards, the coast and neighbouring islands.
8. Račišće — a quiet harbour village on the north coast, reached by a scenic coastal ride.
9. Vela Luka — the island's second-largest town at its western tip, a longer ride across the interior.
10. Lumbarda Vineyards and Coastal Road — a gentle route past the vineyards growing the local Grk grape, ending at Lumbarda's beaches.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Korčula?

For anything above 50cc you'll need at least a category A1 licence — unlike Italy or Spain, a plain car licence isn't enough here. Riders are usually expected to be at least 18, and rental shops will ask for a deposit, either as a card hold or in cash, refunded when you bring the scooter back undamaged. If your licence was issued outside the EU or EEA, bring an International Driving Permit along with it.

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

Expect roughly 5-10 EUR per day in low season, rising to about 15-25 EUR per day in high season, with larger-cc scooters or e-bikes running 25-35 EUR per day.

• Cheapest in April and October, at the edges of the season.
• Most expensive in July and August, when demand peaks across the island.

When to book a rental scooter in Korčula?

High season runs June to August, with July and August the busiest and priciest months — book ahead if you're travelling then, as stock on a small island runs out fast. Low season stretches from November to March, though many island rental shops close for winter entirely. If you want warm, dry riding without the crowds or the premium price tag, aim for May, June, September or early October.

Local traffic rules in Korčula

Croatia drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger on any scooter, no exceptions, and scooters must run with headlights on day and night year-round. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on the open road, though mopeds are capped at their own construction speed. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%, dropping to zero for drivers under 25 — checks are common around tourist towns in summer.

If you want to rent a scooter in Korčula, 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!