Top 5 best scooter rentals on Rab island

Picture leaving the ferry at Rab Town and, twenty minutes later, parking your scooter at the edge of a car-free medieval peninsula, four bell towers rising above the rooftops. That's the appeal of getting around this island on two wheels: one morning you're wandering the old lanes past St. Mary's and St. John's towers, and by early afternoon you're on the sand at Rajska plaža, Lopar's famous family beach, with the whole ride taking less than half an hour. Renting a scooter in Rab puts the island's beaches, forests and viewpoints within easy reach, on your own schedule.

Rab is only about 22 km long, with a simple road network that a scooter handles easily in a single day. Because Rab Town's historic core is pedestrian-only, driving in is pointless anyway — parking just outside and walking in is the practical option, and a scooter makes that easy. The coastal roads are flat to gently rolling, without the steep mountain climbs you'd find on neighbouring Krk, so scooter hire in Rab suits riders of any experience level.

Top 10 things to see in Rab by scooter

1. Rab Old Town (four bell towers) — a compact medieval core on a narrow peninsula; park at the edge and walk the car-free lanes past St. Mary's, St. John's, St. Andrew's and St. Justine's towers.
2. Rajska plaža (Paradise Beach), Lopar — Rab's best-known shallow, sandy family beach, about 15 minutes from town.
3. Sahara Beach, San Marino (Kalifront) — a sandy cove on the Kalifront peninsula, popular with a naturist section, reached via a short forest ride.
4. Kalifront Nature Park — a pine-forested peninsula south of town with quiet coves like Frkanj and Kandarola, linked by scenic riding trails.
5. Komrčar Forest Park — a shaded park right by the old town, good for a short loop with sea views over the harbor.
6. Franciscan Monastery of St. Euphemia, Kampor — a historic monastery and cemetery a short ride north, with an art collection and a quiet coastal setting.
7. Suha Punta — a resort-lined stretch of coast south of town with rocky and concrete bathing spots, easy to reach along the coastal road.
8. Barbat — a fishing village at the island's south end with a sandy beach and views toward the Barbat bridge and mainland.
9. Lopar peninsula lookout points — the flatter northern end of the island, with open coastal roads and views back toward Rab Town and the Kvarner islands.
10. Banjol waterfront — the village just across the bay from Rab Town, a quick hop with a relaxed promenade and local konobas.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Rab?

Croatia requires a proper moped/scooter licence, not just a car licence — for anything above 50cc you need at least category A1. Bring the physical card, as agencies match the bike to your licence category. Most rental companies expect riders to be at least 18. A deposit is standard, taken as a credit-card hold or in cash and released on return. If your licence was issued outside the EU/EEA, bring an International Driving Permit (IDP).

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

A basic scooter runs from roughly 5 EUR to 15 EUR per day in low season, and 25 EUR to 40 EUR per day in high season. Larger-cc scooters or motorbikes cost more.

• Cheapest: November through March, when many island shops scale down.
• Most expensive: July and August, the peak of the Adriatic summer.
• Larger models: 35 EUR to 60 EUR per day, regardless of season.

When to book a rental scooter in Rab?

High season runs June to August, with July and August the busiest and priciest months — book ahead, as stock on the island is limited. Low season, November to March, is far cheaper, though some shops close for winter. For warm weather without the crowds or the top prices, May, June, September and early October are the sweet spot.

Local traffic rules in Rab

Croatia drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for riders and passengers, no exceptions. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on open roads; mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and can't use motorways. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.05%, dropping to zero for drivers under 25. Scooters and motorcycles must ride with headlights on at all times, day and night. Use your phone hands-free only. If you want to rent a scooter in Rab, 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!