Olbia Scooter Rentals from €5/day with BikesBooking.com

Picture arriving in Olbia, Italy with the Gulf sparkling beside the ferry terminal, and instead of waiting on a bus timetable, you simply pick up a scooter and go. Start with an easy loop past the Basilica di San Simplicio and along the Molo Brin promenade, then point north toward Pittulongu, where a short coastal ride puts you on the sand with the little Isola Bocca sitting just offshore. That first taste of freedom is exactly why so many travellers choose to rent a scooter in Olbia rather than rely on buses and taxis.

Olbia and the Costa Smeralda were practically made for two wheels. The coast roads are narrow, winding and often jammed with cars in July and August, but a scooter slips through, parks wherever you like, and turns a string of beaches, headlands and hill towns just 15 to 40 minutes apart into a single, easy day out. It also covers the airport-to-town and town-to-port hops that are awkward on foot and unnecessary by car.

Top 10 things to see in Olbia by scooter

1. Basilica di San Simplicio — Olbia's 11th-century Romanesque landmark in the old town, an easy first stop before heading out.
2. Molo Brin / Isola Bianca port promenade — the ferry-port waterfront with views over the Gulf of Olbia, a natural loop for getting your bearings.
3. Spiaggia di Pittulongu — the closest proper beach to town, a scenic ride north along the coast road, with the Isola Bocca islet just offshore.
4. Capo Ceraso — a quiet headland past Pittulongu with granite coves and views toward Tavolara, ideal for a short detour.
5. Isola di Tavolara viewpoint, Porto San Paolo — the dramatic limestone island seen from mainland viewpoints, a straightforward ride south.
6. Golfo Aranci — a former fishing village turned resort on its own peninsula, roughly 20–25 minutes away with a scenic ring road.
7. Porto Cervo — the glamorous heart of the Costa Smeralda, worth the ride up just to see the marina and piazzetta.
8. Poltu Quatu — a small, fjord-like marina on the same run up toward Porto Cervo, worth a stop.
9. Spiaggia La Marinella / Lu Impostu — white-sand beaches south near San Teodoro, an easy run down the SS125.
10. Museo Archeologico di Olbia — a small museum on its own harbor islet, a nice in-town stop before or after a ride.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Olbia?

For mopeds up to 50cc you need at least a category AM licence; for anything from 50cc up to 125cc you need category A1. If you only hold a full car (B) licence, some operators will let you ride a 125cc scooter under Italian rules, but this varies by company, so confirm before booking. Non-EU licence holders should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Expect a deposit, usually held on a credit card, scaled to the value of the scooter, and most rental shops set their own minimum age, typically 18.

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

Prices swing a lot with the season.

• Low season (November–March): around 5–15 EUR per day.
• High season (July–August): around 25–45 EUR per day.
• Premium models can run 35–60 EUR per day, with July and August the priciest months and November through March the cheapest.

When to book a rental scooter in Olbia?

High season runs June through August, peaking hardest in July and August when the Costa Smeralda fills up and prices climb along with demand — book ahead if you're travelling then. Low season stretches from November to March, when many coastal outlets cut hours or close, but prices drop accordingly. May, June, September and early October hit the sweet spot: warm, quieter roads, and easier availability than midsummer.

Local traffic rules in Olbia

Italy drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for every rider and passenger on a scooter, no exceptions. Speed limits are 50 km/h in town, 90 km/h on ordinary roads outside built-up areas, and up to 110 km/h on the main extra-urban routes; 50cc mopeds are capped at 45 km/h and can't use the faster roads. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, dropping to zero for anyone under 21 or who has held a licence less than three years. Ready to get moving? Just use the search form at the top of the page to rent a scooter in Olbia. 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!