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Explore Monaco on Two Wheels
From superyachts and grand hotels to glamorous casinos and spectacular Mediterranean views, Monaco offers a unique mix of luxury, sunshine and scenery packed into one tiny principality.
Ride through Monte Carlo and around Port Hercule, following streets made famous by Formula 1 while passing some of the world’s most exclusive hotels, boutiques and waterfront addresses.
Long associated with the rich and famous, Monaco is made for people-watching and spontaneous stops, whether it’s coffee overlooking the harbour or a viewpoint high above the Mediterranean.
Small but Spectacular
See more with less travel in one of Europe’s most compact destinations.
Ride the Riviera
Coastal roads, Mediterranean views and sunshine make every journey memorable
Luxury at Every Turn
Superyachts, grand hotels and glamorous streets provide an unforgettable backdrop.
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Considerations Before You Ride in Monaco
You need a valid driving licence covering the type of scooter or motorcycle you intend to hire. Monaco uses categories including AM for mopeds, A1 for light motorcycles, A2 for motorcycles up to 35kW and A for more powerful motorcycles.
For UK visitors, you should carry both your UK driving licence and a 1968 International Driving Permit (IDP) when riding in Monaco. An IDP does not give you additional motorcycle entitlement, so your licence must still cover the vehicle you intend to hire.
Rental companies can impose additional requirements, such as a higher minimum age or a minimum period of driving experience, so always check the conditions for your chosen scooter before booking.
Useful links
UK Government – Monaco travel advice and driving requirements
UK Government – International Driving Permit guidance
Scooters and motorcycles can generally use Monaco’s public roads, provided you follow local signs, access restrictions and one-way systems. Some pedestrianised or controlled-access areas are closed to normal traffic, and mopeds are subject to additional rules under Monaco’s Highway Code.
One thing particularly worth watching in Monaco is temporary road closures. Major events such as the Monaco Grand Prix and Historic Grand Prix can result in extensive restrictions around Monte Carlo, Port Hercule and sections of the famous street circuit, including tunnels and harbour roads.
Monaco is extremely compact and its road network includes steep streets, tunnels, tight junctions and heavy urban traffic, so even where scooters are permitted, riders should pay close attention to signs and changing traffic arrangements.
Useful links
UK Government – Monaco travel advice
Monaco Government – Current traffic information
A properly fastened, CE-approved helmet is compulsory in Monaco when riding a scooter, moped or motorcycle. The requirement also applies to passengers.
Other protective clothing such as motorcycle gloves, a jacket, long trousers and sturdy footwear is strongly recommended. Monaco requires this wider protective equipment during motorcycle licence tests, although the Highway Code’s general requirement for everyday scooter and motorcycle riding is the approved helmet.
Whether helmets or other protective equipment are supplied depends on the individual rental company and vehicle. Check what is included before booking, particularly if you need a passenger helmet or specific sizes.
Yes. The minimum legal riding age depends on the type of scooter or motorcycle. In Monaco, AM-category mopeds can be ridden from age 14, A1 motorcycles up to 125cc from age 16, and A2 motorcycles from age 18.
For larger A-category motorcycles, the normal minimum age is 24, although riders aged 20 or over can qualify after holding an A2 licence for at least two years.
Being legally old enough to ride does not automatically mean you are old enough to hire. Rental companies may impose higher minimum ages or require you to have held the appropriate licence for a certain period, so always check the conditions for your chosen vehicle before booking.
If you have a UK photocard driving licence, you do not need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive or ride in Portugal as a visitor. UK photocard licences can currently be used in Portugal for visits of up to 185 days.
If you still hold an older UK paper driving licence, the requirements are different and you may need an IDP. An IDP does not provide any additional motorcycle entitlement, so your normal licence must still cover the scooter or motorcycle you intend to ride.
Individual rental companies can have their own documentation requirements, so it is worth checking these when booking.
Useful link
UK Government – International Driving Permit guidance
Yes. In Portugal, traffic drives on the right-hand side of the road, and normal speed limits and road signs must be followed. Take particular care at junctions and roundabouts, especially if you are used to riding on the left.
Scooters, mopeds and motorcycles must use their dipped headlights during the day as well as at night. Using a handheld mobile phone while riding is prohibited, and both rider and passenger must wear an approved helmet.
Portugal has strict drink-driving laws. The general blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, reduced to 0.2 g/l for certain drivers, including those who have held their licence for less than three years. For a rental scooter, the safest approach is not to drink at all before riding.
Road conditions can vary considerably once you leave the main routes, particularly on rural and mountain roads, so allow extra time and ride according to the conditions.
Useful link
UK Government – Portugal travel advice
Yes, basic third-party liability insurance is normally included with a rental scooter in Portugal, providing cover for injury or damage you may cause to other people or their property.
However, this does not necessarily cover damage to or theft of the scooter itself. Additional protection may be available, often with an excess that you remain responsible for if the scooter is damaged or stolen.
Before booking, check exactly what insurance is included, the excess amount, whether theft is covered and whether there are any exclusions. You may also be offered optional additional cover to reduce your financial liability.
There can be. The price shown when booking will usually cover the scooter and the standard items included in your rental, but additional charges may apply depending on the rental company and the options you choose.
These can include extra insurance, an additional rider, extra helmets, delivery or collection, exceeding an included mileage allowance, late return fees or fuel charges. Some rentals may also require a refundable security deposit when you collect the scooter.
Check the rental conditions before confirming your booking so you know what is included in the quoted price, what is optional and how much deposit or excess may be required.
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