Top 5 best scooter rentals in Arta

Arta doesn't announce itself the way Athens or Corfu do, and that's exactly the appeal. This is a town built around a river bend, where the famous stone Old Bridge of Arta still carries the same folk-ballad fame it had centuries ago, and where a short climb up to the Byzantine Castle gets you a coffee with a view over the rooftops and the Arachthos below. Rent a scooter in Arta and the whole region opens up: the wetlands of the Amvrakikos Gulf one morning, the winding foothills of Tzoumerka the next.

Arta's old town is compact and easy to cover on foot, but everything that makes a trip here memorable — the mountain villages, the old mule-path bridges, the lagoon roads — sits just outside the center on narrow, twisting rural lanes that buses simply don't reach. A car feels like overkill on these streets, while a scooter slips through the castle-hill lanes with ease and still has enough pull for the gentle climbs into the Tzoumerka foothills. A single day of scooter rental in Arta can string together a river walk, a mountain gorge, and a wetland detour that would otherwise take three separate trips.

Top 10 things to see in Arta by scooter

1. Old Bridge of Arta (Gefyri tis Artas) — the iconic multi-arched Ottoman-era bridge over the Arachthos, immortalized in a Greek folk ballad and the town's essential first stop.
2. Byzantine Castle of Arta (Kastro) — a hilltop fortress with sweeping views over the old town and river bend, and a café tucked inside the walls.
3. Panagia Parigoritissa Church — a massive 13th-century Byzantine church with a fortress-like exterior, one of the town center's key monuments.
4. Amvrakikos Gulf wetlands (Rodia Lagoon) — a protected lagoon south of town, easy and flat to reach, and a favorite for birdwatching.
5. Tzoumerka mountain roads — winding routes north of the city through gorges and peaks, ideal for a longer day trip.
6. Kokkorou Bridge — a historic stone arch bridge in the Tzoumerka foothills, typical of the region's old packhorse routes.
7. Bageiotopoulos Bridge — another well-known stone bridge on the old mule paths, a popular photo stop on a countryside loop.
8. Peta village — a hilltop village tied to the 1822 Battle of Peta, with a war memorial and views over the plain.
9. Arta Archaeological Museum and ancient Ambracia remains — scattered ruins of the ancient city around town, with finds gathered in the nearby museum.
10. Arachthos River waterfront promenade — a relaxed riverside path in town, a nice way to start or wrap up a day of riding.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Arta?

For mopeds up to 50cc, an AM category licence is enough, and the minimum age is generally 16, though rental companies often set their own higher minimum. Anything from 125cc up requires a matching motorcycle licence (A1, A2 or A) — a standard car licence will not cover you here. Non-EU visitors should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Expect to leave a deposit, usually held on a credit card, with the exact amount set by the individual rental company.

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

Prices swing quite a bit across the year:

• Low season (November–March): around 5-10 EUR per day.
• High season (July–August): around 15-25 EUR per day.
• Premium models: around 20-35 EUR per day, year-round.

When to book a rental scooter in Arta?

July and August are Arta's high season, when prices climb and the best scooters get booked up early, so reserve ahead if you're visiting then. From November through March, the low season keeps prices down to 5-10 EUR per day, though some smaller operators scale back availability. May, June, September and October hit a comfortable middle ground — mild weather, thinner crowds, and easier availability.

Local traffic rules in Arta

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger, and police enforcement is strict, with substantial fines for skipping one. Speed limits run 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on the open roads around Arta, dropping lower for smaller-engine bikes. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l generally, but a stricter 0.2 g/l applies to motorcyclists and riders in their first two years of licence. Keep in mind that insurance typically excludes unpaved roads and off-road use, so stick to tarmac on those Tzoumerka detours.

Whenever you're ready, just use the search form at the top of the page to rent a scooter in Arta. 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!