2h Xmas Lights Panoramic Vespa Sidecar Tour
Description
Discover Rome on board of a Timeless Icon with the 1st tour company in Rome to offer this unique tour. A special Christmas evening Vespa Sidecar Tour will take you through Rome’s iconic highlights and its most authentic corners. In just 2 hours you’ll experience the Eternal City in its most magical season: sparkling lights, festive decorations and the warm atmosphere of the holidays. Admire St. Peter’s Basilica, Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps and other landmarks glowing in their seasonal charm. You’ll also explore hidden piazzas, romantic terraces and lively neighborhoods that shine brightest at Christmas time. Your guide will share stories, curiosities and local insights while you relax in the comfort of our custom-built sidecars, perfect for photos and memories. Ideal for couples, families or friends, this is one of the most unique things to do in Rome at Christmas—a mix of fun, style and holiday spirit. Book now and celebrate Christmas in Rome with a ride you’ll never forget.
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We will pass through this incredible square, and we will admire The Fountain of the Naiads
The Spanish Steps (Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti in Italian) were built at the beginning of the eighteenth century connecting Piazza di Spagna and the Church of Trinità dei Monti. It is one of the most famous parts of Rome. The staircase is a favourite spot among tourists to sit, relax and enjoy the views of Piazza di Spagna
The Piazza del Popolo (meaning The People’s Square) is located inside the northern gate of the city, which was once called Porta Flaminia. The square is situated at the beginning of Via Flaminia and was the main entrance to the city during the Roman Empire. Once on the main route to the north, Piazza del Popolo is still strategically located. Three important streets part from the square: to the left, Via del Babuino; to the right, Via di Ripetta and to the centre the Via del Corso, one of the main high streets of Rome.
St Peter’s Square or Piazza San Pietro is probably one of the world’s most famous squares and one of the most breath-taking. It is located in Vatican City, at the feet of St. Peter's Basilica. Designed by Bernini during the seventeenth century, it houses over 300,000 people.
Janiculum Hill, considered by many as the eighth hill of Rome, is a peaceful and refreshing attraction close to the city center. It's situated just outside the ancient city and is a great place to visit to get away from the bustle of Rome. Not to mention that the panorama from the top of the hill is breath-taking. As you walk up its pathways, you'll enjoy superb views of the city. Janiculum became very popular due to the important historical role that it played in the defence of the city. Becoming the setting for the battle in which Garibaldi repelled an attack from French troops, its paths are full of sculptures of the heroes, including Giuseppe Garibaldi.
The Fontana dell'Acqua Paola also known as Il Fontanone ("The big fountain") is a monumental fountain located on the Janiculum Hill, near the church of San Pietro in Montorio, in Rome, Italy.
Soak up the neighbourhood’s bohemian atmosphere and its numerous landmarks. You'll enjoy a drive through the authentic soul of Rome's alleys and typical trattorias, passing by the picturesque Jewish Ghetto.
Navona Square is one of the most spectacular and characteristic squares of Baroque Rome, built on the remains of the Stadium of Domitian.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children must be minimum 5 yrs old. They can seat behind the driver only if they are taller than 150cm , otherwise they will have to seat in the sidecar.
- Customers who have booked 1 seat only, will share the vehicle with another guest because each Vespa can accommodate 2 persons, one in the sidecar and the other one behind the driver (with the possibility of swapping seats during stops so that everyone can sit in the sidecar)
- Maximun weight for riding on the back of the saddle is 118 kg / 260 pounds.
- Travel time is included on the total tour duration
- Sidecar can hold up to 110 kg / 242 pounds ,and maximum height is 1,90 m
- For reservations with an odd number of participants, the passenger accepts to alternate the seat in the sidecar with that behind the driver at any stop.
- Not permitted for pregnant travelers
Reviews(15)
wonderful thing to do, very friendly and kind people.. was a great tour through the city, cool way to see the city!
Thank you, Mauro! We’re very happy to hear you enjoyed the Vespa Sidecar Tour and found it such a cool and enjoyable way to explore the city. It was a pleasure having you with us — thank you for the recommendation!
Really fantastic night zipping around Roma seeing the city, the lights and Christmas decorations. Daughter claimed the side car so I can't comment on its comfort, but the vespas are a fun way to travel, and gives access to Rome's alleys and back streets.. The team did a great job in making us feel welcome and ensuring our safety. Everything was clean and efficient. Highly recommend this tour at any time of the year, but it is something special at Christmas.
Thank you, Adam! We’re so glad you enjoyed seeing Rome dressed up for Christmas on the Vespa Sidecar Tour. Exploring the alleys and back streets really adds something special, especially at night. It’s great to hear your family felt welcome and safe — thank you for the recommendation.
5 stars all the way. This Vespa tour is just pure fun — the perfect way to see Rome. You’re on the back of a bike weaving through the city, catching views and moments you’d never get on foot. Our driver, Andrea, was fantastic — professional, attentive, and very safety-focused. I always felt comfortable. That said… cobblestone streets plus a motorcycle means your butt will definitely feel it — but honestly, that’s part of the charm and the laughter. Highly recommend. If you want to experience Rome with a little thrill and a lot of joy, sign up.
Thank you for the great review! We’re thrilled you had so much fun on the Vespa Sidecar Tour and felt comfortable throughout the ride. Andrea will be happy to know you appreciated his professionalism and focus on safety. And yes — the cobblestones are all part of the authentic Roman experience!
Very fun experience! We rode the Vespa through Rome, and saw beautiful sights such as Vatican City, Spanish steps, and the pantheon. 10/10 will go again, shout out to the driver alessandro 🤩
Thank you! We’re so happy you enjoyed riding through Rome and seeing so many iconic sights on the Vespa Sidecar Tour. Alessandro will be delighted by the shout-out. We’d love to have you back for another ride anytime!
Barbara led our group and Alessandro was our driver. It was a wonderful Christmas-time trip and we saw so much of Rome in style!! We stopped several times for pictures and Barbara was able to speak to all of our interests. Alex was a great driver and avoided all the bumps for my wife in the sidecar. Bonus points for that! I can’t recommend this trip highly enough. What a great way to see the Eternal City!
Thank you, Bill! We’re so happy you enjoyed seeing Rome during the Christmas season with our Vespa Sidecar Tour. Barbara and Alessandro will be delighted to know they made the experience comfortable and memorable — especially avoiding those bumps! Thank you for the strong recommendation, and happy holidays!
We had a fantastic tour with Matteo! We loved getting to see Rome at night with all of the beautiful Christmas decorations up and learn about the city from someone who's very passionate about the history. The pizzeria was fantastic with a beautiful interior and amazingly delicious pizzas! We thought it was so cool to tour the city from such a unique vantage point! We would definitely recommend this to anyone who is interested.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed seeing Rome beautifully lit up for Christmas and that Matteo’s passion for history made the experience special. It’s fantastic to know the pizzeria and its delicious pizzas impressed you too. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back for another tour soon!
This was BY FAR the funnest event we did in Rome and we did everything. If you have kids, teenagers, adventurous people-this is an absolute must. You see absolutely everything in Rome from all sorts of views across the city. We had great pizza and loved hanging out with the group and meeting people over dinner. They even dropped us off near hotel so we did not have to walk so far.
Thank you for your enthusiastic review! We’re thrilled to hear this was the most fun event during your time in Rome and that the experience was perfect for all ages in your group. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the stunning views, and the delicious pizza. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable tour soon!
The guide was very kind, he gave a lot of information and was very careful. Nothing to say for pizza tasting at the top too I recommend it!
Merci beaucoup pour votre superbe avis ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez passé un moment inoubliable avec nous et apprécié les informations de votre guide ainsi que sa prudence. Nous sommes également heureux que la dégustation de pizza ait été à la hauteur. Merci de nous recommander, et nous espérons vous revoir pour une autre aventure !
On top really great, best pizza 🍕 and heating blanket in the basket beautiful city tour at night too beautiful
Merci pour votre avis ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez adoré cette expérience : entre la meilleure pizza, la couverture chauffante, et le magnifique tour de la ville la nuit. Nous espérons vous revoir pour une autre aventure magique !
We had a fantastic time with Matteo. Matteo provided us with so much knowledge of Rome. Davide was a excellent driver. The pizza tasting was actually a huge meal. We were so surprised and happy when Matteo asked Davide to drive us back to our accommodation. We can highly recommend Vespa Sidecar.
Thank you for your lovely review! Matteo and Davide will be thrilled to know they made your experience so enjoyable and memorable. We’re delighted you loved the pizza tasting . Thank you for highly recommending us—we hope to welcome you back soon!
