Scooter Rentals in Lisbon (Portugal) from €5/day

Lisbon rewards anyone willing to move fast and climb. Ride a scooter along the river to Belém Tower and the Jerónimos Monastery in the morning, then twist up through Alfama's tiled lanes to a viewpoint like Miradouro de Santa Luzia before lunch — a route that would eat half your day on foot or waiting for the 28 tram. Renting a scooter in Lisbon means you set the pace, not the timetable.

Lisbon was built on seven hills, and it shows: buses grind up switchbacks, and the cobbled streets of Alfama and Bairro Alto weren't laid out with cars in mind. A scooter slips between both problems, climbing the steep bits without effort and parking in a fraction of the space a car needs. Traffic in the centre is manageable by European standards, so once you're used to the hills, getting between the miradouros, Belém and the coast is simple — and a lot more fun than standing on a crowded tram.

Top 10 things to see in Lisbon by scooter

1. Belém Tower (Torre de Belém) — the riverside fortress and UNESCO landmark, reached along an easy waterfront ride.
2. Jerónimos Monastery (Mosteiro dos Jerónimos) — grand Manueline architecture right next to the tower, a natural second stop.
3. Miradouro da Senhora do Monte — one of the city's highest viewpoints, with the castle and rooftops spread out below.
4. Miradouro de Santa Luzia — a tiled terrace over Alfama and the Tagus, a quick hop from downtown.
5. Castelo de São Jorge — a steep climb above Alfama that a scooter handles far more happily than your legs.
6. Praça do Comércio — the grand riverfront square in Baixa, a good place to start or end a loop.
7. Cristo Rei — the giant statue across the river in Almada, combining a ferry crossing with wide views of Lisbon.
8. Praia de Carcavelos — a popular beach along the coastal road toward Cascais.
9. Cascais — a scenic run along the Estoril coast to a resort town with a marina and old centre.
10. LX Factory — a converted industrial complex under the 25 de Abril bridge, great for food and shopping stops.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Lisbon?

For scooters up to 50cc you need at least a category AM licence, available from age 16; a full car (category B) licence also covers this. A 125cc scooter requires an A1 motorcycle entitlement — note that the Portuguese rule letting local B-licence holders ride 125cc without A1 applies to residents only, not visitors. Rental companies typically set their own minimum age, sometimes higher than the legal one, and will ask for a deposit, usually held on a credit card. Non-EU visitors should bring an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence.

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

Expect to pay 5–15 EUR per day in low season and 15–30 EUR per day in high season, with premium models running 30–50 EUR per day.

• Prices climb from June through September, peaking with summer demand.
• They drop from November through February, the cheapest window to book.
• Shoulder months sit comfortably in between, with better weather than winter and fewer crowds than August.

When to book a rental scooter in Lisbon?

High season runs June to September, when the city is busiest and prices sit at their peak — book a couple of weeks ahead if you're travelling then. Low season, November to February, brings the cheapest rates but also the wettest, coolest weather. For the best balance, aim for April to June or September to October, when prices are still reasonable and Lisbon is warm and dry without the summer crowds.

Local traffic rules in Lisbon

Portugal drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for both rider and passenger on any scooter or moped. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on open roads, though mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and can't use motorways. Scooters and motorcycles must run with dipped headlights on at all times, day included. The blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, dropping to 0.2 g/l for anyone who has held a licence less than three years, and roadside checks are common — so plan on riding sober.

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!