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Rome by Vespa Sidecar: The Most Fun & Iconic Experience + Gelato

5.0(21)Rome1 hour
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Three-hour Vespa sidecar tour! Relive the sweet Roman life and hop on our Vespa sidecarsExperience the magic of Rome like never before with us. This exciting 3 hour adventure lets you relive the sweet Roman life as you cruise through the city’s iconic streets on a classic Vespa sidecar. Discover Rome in a way few travelers ever do — from the seat of a vintage Vespa sidecar, driven by a professional local driver. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the Eternal City without the stress of walking or navigating busy streets. Glide through famous landmarks and charming backstreets. Feel the energy of Rome all around you — the sounds, the breeze, the atmosphere — all while comfortably seated in your sidecar. Along the way, enjoy authentic Italian treats and take unforgettable photos at some of the most beautiful spots in the city. This experience is designed to be fun, smooth, and memorable — perfect for couples, families, and anyone who wants to see more of Rome in less time, without effort.

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Rome by Vespa Sidecar: The Most Fun & Iconic Experience + Gelato

Itinerary

15 min

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

Admission included15 min

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.

Admission not included10 min

Inaugurated in 1911 to pay respect to Victor Emmanuel II, the Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II (Altare della Patria) is an imposing building located in Piazza Venezia. It provides some breath-taking views of Rome. The Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele was inaugurated in 1911 as a tribute to Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of Italy after the country's unification. Inside the building is the Institute for the History of the Italian Risorgimento and the Central Museum of the Risorgimento. Since 1921, the Victor Emmanuel Monument holds the tomb of the unknown soldier, a place in which the eternal flame shines and which is always guarded by two soldiers.

10 min

The Quirinal Palace (known in Italian as the Palazzo del Quirinale or simply Quirinale) is a historic building in Rome, Italy, one of the three current official residences of the President of the Italian Republic, together with Villa Rosebery in Naples and Tenuta di Castelporziano in Rome. It is located on the Quirinal Hill, the highest of the seven hills of Rome in an area colloquially called Monte Cavallo. It has housed thirty Popes, four Kings of Italy and twelve presidents of the Italian Republic.

Admission included30 min

Trevi Fountain is the most beautiful fountain in Rome. Measuring some 20 meters in width by 26 meters in height, Trevi Fountain is also the largest fountain in the city. The origins of the fountain go back to the year 19 B.C., in which period the fountain formed the end of the Aqua Virgo aqueduct. The first fountain was built during the Renaissance, under the direction of Pope Nicholas V. The final appearance of the Trevi Fountain dates from 1762, when after many years of works at the hand of Nicola Salvi, it was finalized by Giuseppe Pannini. Interestingly enough, the name of Trevi derives from Tre Vie (three ways), since the fountain was the meeting point of three streets.

Admission included15 min

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

Admission included15 min

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.

Admission included15 min

With three of Rome’s most beloved piazzas within a five-minute walk of each other, the Navona/Pantheon/Campo area may be the prettiest and most picturesque area of the city. Join the beautiful throngs hanging out in cafes, boutiques, art galleries, and wine bars, or peek at a neighborhood museum or monument. If you want nonstop movida, the streets here are busy with chic bicyclists and Vespa drivers, street vendors, merchants, and locals. There is no rhyme or reason to its winding streets and there's something to see around every corner, so take pleasure in a spontaneous wander

Admission included20 min

Contrary to the chaos of the city, the Aventine is Rome’s oasis. A neighborhood made up of a patchwork of ancient churches, hidden gardens, private homes and embassies, peace and quiet is top priority and the vibe definitely friends and family. Take a walk around the Aventine and you’ll find a treasure hunt of surprises like the clever little keyhole at the Knights of Malta entrance (the only place you’ll find a line) along with Parco Savello (Giardino degli Aranci) next to the ancient Santa Sabina church. Keep your eyes on the 1960s architecture, several modern buildings are built atop Rome’s original 4th century BC wall.

Admission included20 min

Contrary to the chaos of the city, the Aventine is Rome’s oasis. A neighborhood made up of a patchwork of ancient churches, hidden gardens, private homes and embassies, peace and quiet is top priority and the vibe definitely friends and family. Take a walk around the Aventine and you’ll find a treasure hunt of surprises like the clever little keyhole at the Knights of Malta entrance (the only place you’ll find a line) along with Parco Savello (Giardino degli Aranci) next to the ancient Santa Sabina church. Keep your eyes on the 1960s architecture, several modern buildings are built atop Rome’s original 4th century BC wall.

Admission not included10 min

Dedicated to the seven planetary divinities and featuring an interior of gorgeous marble, the Pantheon is one of the most impressive monuments of Augustan Rome.

Highlights

Homologated CE Helmets with sterilized disposable head covers
Headsets
The tour includes the use of earphones to listen to live commentary from your driver guide
Authentic Italian gelato
Vintage Vespa sidecar with professional driver
Waterproof equipment if necessary

What's included

Included
Homologated CE Helmets with sterilized disposable head covers
Headsets
The tour includes the use of earphones to listen to live commentary from your driver guide
Authentic Italian gelato
Vintage Vespa sidecar with professional driver
Waterproof equipment if necessary
Not included
Tips

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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
  • Maximun weight for riding on the back of the saddle is 118 kg / 260 pounds.
  • Sidecar can hold up to 110 kg / 242 pounds ,and maximum height is 1,90 m
  • 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)
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund

Reviews(21)

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Sierra P
May 27, 2026
Sunset Vespa sidecar tour

Francesco was amazing! He took us on a 3 hour sunset tour on our last night in Rome and gave him a tough task because we had already seen most of the famous sites. He still managed to show us even more sites we had not seen, hit perfect photo ops and make it such a memorable last night! He was very kind, knowledgeable and fun to be with for 3 hours!

Operator response

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your sunset tour with Francesco was such a memorable highlight for your last night in the Eternal City.

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Jen K
May 18, 2026
Vespa Night Tour - 1000% worth it! Francesco and Claudio took us on the BEST night tour of Rome! We loved it!

Vespa Night Tour was GREAT!!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for this wonderful review!

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Paradise09327329055
May 18, 2026
Great way to explore Rome

Francesco was a great tour guide and driver. The Vespa and sidecar was new, very comfortable and stable. Highly recommended way to experience the sites of Rome. Pick up and drop off at our accomodation was great too. Overall we really enjoyed it.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your tour and that our Vespa and sidecar experience provided a comfortable, stable, and memorable way to see Rome.

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AOrih
May 17, 2026
Vespa Tour

Francesco, Davide, Mauricio, and Claudio were amazing! They made the trip super fun and we learned a lot from Francesco. Got to see all of Rome’s best sights in our 2 hour ride and with the sun setting in the background made it an ever better experience. Only thing was we never stopped for Gelato, but they did allow us to stop and take pictures in the trevi fountain.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that Francesco, Davide, Mauricio, and Claudio made your sunset ride through Rome so fun and memorable. Watching the sun go down over the city's best sights is truly unforgettable! I believe you booked by night tour in sidecar which doesn't include gelato that's why the gelato stop was not included. Grazie Mille once again for the amazing review.

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Elizabeth_B
May 6, 2026
Really fun! An excellent...

Really fun! An excellent way to see some of the top sites in Rome. Our driver David was very knowledgeable. It was my first trip to Rome, and this was a great introduction. The friend I was traveling with had been to Rome before, but we saw things that were new to her too.

Operator response

Thank you so much for the review! We are thrilled to hear that David provided such an excellent introduction to the city for you.

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FinnMcMillan
March 18, 2026
Soaring through the side streets

David's tour was absolutely amazing - a perfect way to see Rome in a completely different way and in a short amount of time. His stories and detail were excellent, and the jokes even better. Highly recommend

Operator response

Thanks so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing time exploring Rome with David. He truly has a special way of bringing the city to life with his stories, attention to detail, and great sense of humor. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in the future!

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Carol B
January 11, 2026
Private tour of this vibrant and ancient city

Michael was incredible! Enjoyed our 3 hour tour with many sites seen and accompanied by historical and fascinating facts by our guide. Great choice for a comprehensive tour in a short stay in Rome,

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that the tour was a great way for you to see all the highlights in one day, and that it worked perfectly for your mom as well. Michael will be so happy to know he helped make your experience comfortable and memorable.

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462darrells
December 9, 2025
Awesome Ride

Awesome tour. Highly recommend. Opportunity to see sites for pictures quickly and pretty up close. We did major sites traditionally,. but all other stops was this tour.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that our guide made your tour such a fun, engaging, and memorable experience.

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D7518FQsophies
October 26, 2025
Absolutely brilliant!

Francesco, Fabio and Claudio were fantastic! HIGHLY recommend. The most brilliant way to see such a beautiful city. Thank you!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Francesco, Fabio, and Claudio made your tour so special. Exploring Rome this way truly is unforgettable, and we greatly appreciate your recommendation!

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456garrettl
September 11, 2025
Fantastic Tour of Rome

Kalipo was an incredible tour guide. He did an amazing job taking us around his city and explaining the beauty around the culture and history. You could genuinely tell how passionate he was and it made the experience that much better. I’d give him 10/5 stars if I could. Truly made our trip very special. Thank you again Kalipo!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Kalipo made your tour so special with his passion, knowledge, and love for Rome. It’s wonderful to know that his energy and storytelling helped you truly appreciate the city’s beauty, culture, and history.

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