Vintage Sidecar Motorcycle Tour of Florence - The Highlights of the City
Description
The best way to ride in Florence and surrounding hills? With a vintage "motocarrozzetta" (motorcycle sidecar), no doubt. It's the only way to experience the Oltrarno area, Michelangelo square and terrace, San Miniato church and hills behind it, including Arcetri where Galileo Galilei spent his last years in Florence. Perfect to take videos and pictures of the hidden corners of the city and from the panoramic points. Much more comfortable and safe than a scooter, enjoying the breeze not being in a car or minivan! The best way to catch both sides of the city: it's old districts (i.e. San Niccolò, the bohemian one...) and the countryside landscape around it. Our personal suggestion is to book it for your first day in Florence, so to have a complete introduction to it... VERY IMPORTANT: please remember that we ride old vintage motorcycles sidecar and we might refuse bookings due to weight limit.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Caffè Pasticceria Gamberini, via del Curtatone, 4: meeting point. From here the tour begins and we cross the river direction San Frediano ancient door..
From Piazza Ognissanti we will move to Oltrano district, the most "florentine" and traditional in town...
The most beautiful and famous view over the city from this terrace
The church where I got married!!!
We ride out of the city on the Chianti roads full of vineyards and olive trees
Back in town driving along the river and inside the city center
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Reviews(28)
Don’t hesitate to book this tour - the guys will customize the city tour however you want. So charming and informative. Wish it was longer!
Grazie Julia! You’ve a wonderful family. Enjoy Italy! Tommy & C.
Great off the track unusual experience. I ride motorcycles and my young son is adventurous so this fit our bill. Our guide took us off he beaten path. If you are adventurous I highly recommend this.
Thanks Aaron! Hope to meet you again in California… Tommy
This was my family’s FAVORITE experience in Florence! The guides were amazing! The views were spectacular! Definitely worth the money and time!!! 10/10 We absolutely LOVED THIS!!
Ciao Lorie! Thanks for amazing review… waiting for you soon for the Chianti & Wine ride! Gilbe & Massi
A wonderful tour of Florence on an iconic motorcycle and with a friendly native, journalistic guide who narrated the history with hints of curiosities while we enjoyed the beautiful landscape with the feeling of freedom that the motorcycle provides.
Thank you Jolimar! Be back for the Chianti and Wine ride… Tommy
This sidecar experience was the highlight of our family Trip. Tommy and his guys were so much fun and taught us history on our way to the most beautiful vineyard. Stop what you are doing and book this excursion with them. You will love it!
Dear Elizabeth, thanks for your kind review. We really had a great time with you all… A presto! Tommy
Brilliant morning - could not recommend this enough! A wonderful way to see the most beautiful parts of the city, to learn about where to go and see some beautiful views. Just perfect. I would go again in a heartbeat.
Ciao Kelly, We are glad you enjoyed the ride! Be back soon to Florence and Tuscany, you still have a lot to discover… Tommy
These two dudes were great! It was the highlight of our two days in Florence. We got to see the best part of Florence from great views and locals spots. Check ‘em out if you get a chance, you’ll be glad you did.
Ciao Mikael! Thanks for your review. Say ciao to James from me! Tommy
This was a lot of fun. Tomas was an excellent guide and showed us so many historical sites. The description of the tour on the website and the actual tour were different but we still were very pleased with this tour. I highly recommend it.
Ciao Guys! Thanks for your kind review. Yes, sometimes we have to modify the itinerary according to the rules of the Traffic Limited Area in town… A presto! Tommy
An awesome adventure! It was so much fun to see the area in and around Florence while riding in the sidecar of a Ural motorcycle. Gilberto was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable and personable. The itinerary was great, allowing me to see the city from the hills above the city for some spectacular photos. Gilberto showed me the real countryside outside of the city and I learned a lot about the local agriculture, as well as the history of the city and its important landmarks. The company was so good to work with, communication was easy and straightforward. When my arrival into the city was delayed they worked with me to adjust to my schedule. I really appreciated it! When I come back to Florence I am doing this tour again!
Thanks Paul! Be back soon, Gilberto
Outstanding experience! I absolutely loved it. It was a perfect way to be introduced to the city of Florence. Fun and there is just no other word for it - cool.
Thanks Kristi! Tommy
