Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Tallinn

Cobblestones under your wheels, a spire of Toompea catching the light ahead — there's no better way to meet Tallinn than on two wheels. You can weave past the crowds filing into the Old Town, then roll out along the coast to Pirita for a breath of sea air, all in the same afternoon. Rent a motorcycle in Tallinn and the city stops being a checklist of sights and starts feeling like your own.

Tallinn was built for people, not cars. Its medieval core is a maze of narrow lanes where parking is scarce and often pricey, so a motorcycle slips through where a rental car would just get stuck. Beyond downtown, the road network opens up fast, giving you an easy run out to the coast or even as far as Lahemaa National Park for the day — something you'd struggle to do on Tallinn's limited regional buses.

Top 10 things to see in Tallinn by motorcycle

1. Tallinn Old Town (Vanalinn) — the UNESCO-listed medieval core, with cobbled streets, city walls and towers to loop around before parking up and exploring on foot.
2. Toompea Hill — castle and cathedral crowning the hilltop, with views over the rooftops and the harbor beyond.
3. Kohtuotsa viewing platform — the classic postcard shot of Old Town spires against the Gulf of Finland.
4. Patkuli viewing platform — a quieter second overlook on Toompea, worth the extra five minutes.
5. Pirita promenade and beach — a breezy coastal ride northeast of downtown, with a marina and a proper beach to stop at.
6. Tallinn TV Tower (Teletorn) — the ride out through Kloostrimetsa's forest roads is half the reward.
7. Kadriorg Park and Palace — a leafy detour east of the center, easy to fold into a short loop.
8. Kalamaja district — a former fishermen's quarter of colorful wooden houses, now full of cafes.
9. Telliskivi Creative City — a converted factory complex next door to Kalamaja, good for street art and a coffee break.
10. Lahemaa National Park — about an hour east, with bogs, manors and coastal forest roads for a full day out.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Tallinn?

The licence you need depends on the bike: category A1 covers up to 125cc, A2 mid-power machines, and full category A anything unrestricted. Minimum ages follow the usual EU steps — 16 for A1, 18 for A2, 24 for direct access to A — though most rental companies set their own floor above that and expect you to have held the licence a while. An International Driving Permit isn't required for EU/EEA licence holders; if you're coming from outside the EU, it's worth bringing one anyway, since some operators ask for it. Expect to leave a deposit, usually as a card hold, with the amount varying by bike and rental company.

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

Budget around EUR 25–35 per day in low season and EUR 40–60 per day in high season, with premium and larger-displacement models running EUR 60–90+ per day.

• Prices climb through June, July and August, the peak tourist and white-nights stretch.
• They drop back down from November through March, when demand is thin and the weather keeps most riders off the road.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Tallinn?

High season runs June through August — the warmest weather, the longest daylight, and the highest prices, so book ahead if you're set on those dates. Low season, November to March, brings cold and often icy roads, and plenty of operators simply close up for winter. Your sweet spot is May through September, with late May and early September giving you good riding weather at a friendlier price than midsummer.

Local traffic rules in Tallinn

Estonia drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for both rider and passenger on any motorcycle. Headlights stay on at all times, day and night, all year round. Speed limits sit at 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on the open road, rising to 110 km/h on certain highway stretches in summer. The blood-alcohol limit is a strict 0.2 g/l, effectively zero tolerance, so don't ride after even one drink. If you want to rent a motorcycle in Tallinn, 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.

Why use BikesBooking.com?

• Compare prices from multiple local rental companies in one place;
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• Friendly support if your plans change.

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!