Rome on Wheels: Experience the City with a Vespa Tour
Description
History narrates that the ancient city of Rome was founded on the Palatine Hill and then expanded on the other six hills that later formed the legendary Seven Hills of Rome. Just driving one of our Vespa scooters across these places you will discover the beauties of the Capital, in an exciting and fun trip. This itinerary of about 3 hours riding a Vespa scooter has always offered the best emotions.
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The Palatine Hill is one of the Seven Hills of Rome and is steeped in ancient history, believed to be the birthplace of Rome itself. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area and is home to significant archaeological ruins, including the remains of imperial palaces.
St. Peter's Basilica is a stunning masterpiece of Renaissance architecture located in Vatican City and is the largest church in the world. It is renowned for its magnificent dome, designed by Michelangelo, and serves as a spiritual center for Catholicism, attracting millions of visitors each year.
The Colosseum is an iconic symbol of ancient Rome and one of the largest amphitheaters ever built, capable of holding up to 80,000 spectators. Known for its majestic arches and fascinating history, it was the site of gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, making it a must-see landmark in the Eternal City.
Via Cavour 80 is the departure point for the Vespa tour, situated close to the magnificent Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. This convenient location allows participants to enjoy the beauty of this historic cathedral before starting their exciting exploration of Rome on a Vespa.
The Janiculum Hill, or Gianicolo, offers some of the most spectacular panoramic views of Rome, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists. Rich in history, it features beautiful parks, monuments, and the famous Fontana dell'Acqua Paola, a stunning baroque fountain.
The Circus Maximus was the largest ancient chariot racing stadium in Rome, capable of accommodating over 150,000 spectators. Today, it stands as a historic site and public park, where visitors can imagine the excitement of chariot races that once captivated the ancient Romans.
The Keyhole at Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta offers a unique and enchanting view of St. Peter's Basilica framed by lush greenery. This secret spot is famous for its intriguing perspective and is a favorite among visitors seeking a magical glimpse of the iconic dome through a decorative keyhole.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT: In case of Self Driven Option the driver must have good driving experience in scooters or motorcycles, it is not enough have driven few times before. Driving license category A ( motorcycles and or scooters) or B (cars) is required.
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(155)
Our Vespa tour was the favorite of 8 days of touring! Our guide, Massimo was incredibly knowledgeable about all of Rome and all things history. I could not recommend this tour more! Viva La Vespa!!
A must do in Rome , very exciting but you need to be a good driver, you will see new places you can’t reach by yourself. A helpful staff
One member of our party had a serious medical situation and was confined to hospital. Our tour director called to alert them 1.5 hours in advance and see if any portion of the $665 could be refunded. They were heartless and refused to do anything. No compassion at all! Use someone else!!!!!!!
Dear customer, we are sorry for the inconvenience. Unfortunately, you booked a tour that also included three drivers specifically hired for your tour, who still require payment regardless of whether the tour takes place or not. I would also like to point out that partial refunds are not provided through the platform used for booking. We wish a speedy recovery to your party member. Best regard
This was the highlight of my daughter’s trip. We got to drive like a local and went to places we did not go to before. Victorio was our guide and he was awesome and told us so much about the history od Rome. I wish we did this first because we could have went back to stuff, but they were booked up, but they were booked up. Book early.
We had a great time! Best way to see Rome fast and agile. Our guide was great. My wife hadn’t road a Vespa in years and was feeling a little apprehensive FYI Rome is not the place to learn but our guide was very accommodating and took it slow and as safe as possible considering the environment. As she gained confidence the tour became more enjoyable for all with the added speed! Equipment was good, helmets were new and overall it was a great experience. Good way to get your bearings of the city which helped with walking around later that day.
We chose to drive ourselves and we survived Rome traffic thanks to our guides Alessandro and Virgilio! Grazie Mille! This was a fun way to see some of the beauty of the city without so many tourists! Panoramic scenes galore and the history and allegories told in the buildings and monuments. Loved our experience!
It was our first time in Rome, and we were only in the city for a few hours on a cruise. We needed a quick overview of the city, and this tour was perfect! This was the highlight of our whole trip! Our tour guide David was AMAZING! He was so knowledgeable about Rome. He kept the tour engaging and fun. He offered to take pictures of us at every location. He went above and beyond to show us around his beautiful city. I was impressed with their care for safety. I've never driven a Vespa, so I opted to ride with David. My husband drove on his own. David was cautious with me and drove safely so my husband could follow closely. Thank you for making our first experience in Rome so memorable! I would recommend this tour to anyone!
Had an excellent time!! Our guide David was incredible ~ he knew Rome extensively, was very friendly and took us everywhere we needed to see. Including a few fun and surprise stops. He was especially knowledgeable about the history of Rome and it’s people which we loved to hear about. Could not recommend a tour more, this is a must!!
Honestly brilliant team, very efficient and knew their stuff when it came to the places we visited. Cant fault them! If you are thinking about booking then defo do, we saw things what we never knew existed on the “typical things to see in Italy” Also if your not confident in driving a vespa or haven’t ridden in a while its better to opt for a driver.
I first want to say thank you to Alessandro. He was an amazing tour guide. At first I was a little nervous to drive in Rome with all the traffic. He started off slow and in no time I felt comfortable driving as he was the lead bike. He is very knowable of Rome and will explain places for you. Alessandro asks you what you wanna see or have seen. He really considers what you want out of this. He kind and offers to take lots of pictures for you. Honestly I will return to Rome and I will ask for Alessandro for and other tour such as the whole day tour since I only did a 3 hour one today. I highly recommend this place
