Rome City Highlights and Hidden Gems: Vespa Sidecar Guided Tour

Rome City Highlights & Hidden Gems: Vespa Sidecar Guided Tour

With a Vespa and our expert local guide leading the way, you'll experience the Eternal City in style and comfort. In just three hours, you'll experience the essence of Rome. Our custom-built sidecars ensure a luxurious ride as you navigate Rome's charming cobblestone streets.

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Activity Information

  • Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

    Sidecar Tours

  • Type of Confirmation

    Instant Confirmation

  • Duration

    3 hours

Overview

Explore Rome by Vespa Sidecar with a Local Guide

A vintage Vespa and an experienced local guide at the helm -- this is your ticket to rolling through Rome in exquisite style and comfort. Our custom-designed sidecars take you on a luxurious ride along the cobblestone streets of one of the world's most captivating cities.

Ancient Wonders and Iconic Landmarks

Glide past the majestic Colosseum and the expansive Roman Forum while your guide brings ancient history to life. Picture the roaring crowds at Circus Maximus, where thrilling chariot races once captivated thousands of spectators. Continue your journey to admire the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica and the stunning mosaics of Santa Maria Maggiore.

Hidden Gems and Authentic Roman Neighborhoods

Visit the Pyramid of Cestius, one of Rome's most unexpected ancient monuments, and test your honesty at the legendary Mouth of Truth. Snap postcard-perfect photos at the Pantheon and pause to take in the elegance of the Spanish Steps.

Travel back in time at Largo Argentina, the very ruins where the fate of Julius Caesar was sealed. Feel the lively atmosphere of Campo de' Fiori and marvel at Piazza Navona, where Baroque fountains overflow with sculptural grandeur.

A Complete Roman Experience in Three Hours

In just three hours, you will experience the best of Rome -- from world-famous landmarks to charming hidden corners that most visitors never discover. Sit back, relax, and let your expert driver navigate the city while you soak in every unforgettable moment.

Why Travelers Chose This Tour

What's Included
  • See all the major highlights as well as hidden gems
  • Local Expert Guide and Driver
  • Zip around Rome in a Vespa Sidecar in true italian style
What's Excluded
  • Food and Drink
  • Pick up and drop off
  • Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point
Piazza di S. Andrea della Valle, 9
Piazza di S. Andrea della Valle, Roma RM, Italy
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Meet your guide and Vespa driver in front of Piazza di S. Andrea della Valle, 9.
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Point of arrival
Piazza della Trinità dei Monti
Piazza della Trinità dei Monti, Roma RM, Italy
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End your tour at the top of the Spanish Steps
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What To Expect

Piazza della Repubblica (Pass By)

This warble Vespa sidecar ride provides an incredible way to experience the eternal city, racing through the roads of Rome in true italian style. But you don’t have to really compete with the natives on a scooter of your own. You get to sit back and drive inside an Italian Vespa sidecar specifically made for you. Your skilled driver will drive you to most of the places over the city to major attractions as well as offbeat gems. Get set for an Italian trip of a lifetime. The tour begins with a spin out of Piazza della Repubblica where you will link up with your guide and driver that will ready you for the trip with safety instructions and gear so you can ride comfortably. In case you are traveling in a group, helmet headsets will be given to you so that you can listen to your guide while they are showing you the marvels of Ancient Rome pass by.

Free entrance

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Santa Maria Maggiore (Pass By)

Your guide drives you to one of Rome’s ancient Basilicas, Santa Maria Maggiore from the central piazza as you make your way past the trendy Monti district which is said to be one of the oldest neighborhoods of the eternal city, seeing the likes of Julius Caesar walk its cobble-stoned streets. and on to the heart of Ancient Rome.

Free entrance

3
Colosseum (Pass By)

Your expert guide will lead you through the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Circus Maximus, bringing Ancient Rome to life with unique knowledge and engaging stories. Your local driver and guide will stop along the way for you to take photos of all the impressive sights.

Free entrance

4
Palatine Hill (Palatino) (Pass By)

Pass through picturesque streets and quickly reach the heart of ancient Rome - the Colosseum and Palatine Hill.

Free entrance

5
Circus Maximus (Circo Massimo) (Pass By)

Pass the Circus Maximus, a vast ancient stadium that once hosted exciting chariot races, and ascend Aventine Hill.

Free entrance

6
Buco della Serratura

Your guide will take you to the top of Mount Aventine, where you'll find the world's most famous keyhole. What will you see when you look inside?

5 minutes - Free entrance

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Aventine (Pass By)

Marvel at the big sights, and then lose yourself and find the hidden gems, like a secret keyhole upon the Aventine hill. We won’t tell you what you see through the keyhole – that’s a surprise worth the wait! Big smiles and a breeze at your face and you’ll start having a vespafene, sense that you are in your very own hometown on a vesp. Just kidding, there is so much more to see!

Free entrance

8
Piazza della Bocca della Verità

Drive through Testaccio, one of Rome's most authentic neighborhoods, where you'll find the peculiar Pyramid of Cestius and the legendary Mouth of Truth, which is said to bite the hand of a liar.

5 minutes - Free entrance

9
Pyramid of Caius Cestius (Pass By)

Explore numerous neighborhoods, including Testaccio, where you'll pass by the ancient Pyramid of Cestius. Yes, there really is an ancient pyramid in Rome—find out one on our tour.

Free entrance

10
Theater of Marcellus (Teatro di Marcello) (Pass By)

Walk past the Marcellus Theatre.

Free entrance

11
Vittoriano e Palazzo Venezia (VIVE) (Pass By)

Explore Rome's other famous squares and districts from the comfort of your Vespa.

Free entrance

12
Janiculum Hill (Gianicolo)

5 minutes - Free entrance

13
Piazza Navona (Pass By)

Next, head to the impressive Piazza Navona, once the ancient Stadium of Domitian and home to Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers.

Free entrance

14
Campo de' Fiori (Pass By)

Drive along the winding streets and head to the heart of the historic center, starting with the famous Campo de' Fiori!

Free entrance

15
Trevi Fountain (Pass By)

Speed past the Trevi Fountain and, of course, get out and throw a coin in! (Tip: If you plan to return to Rome, this is a Roman superstition not to be missed!)

Free entrance

16
Largo di Torre Argentina (Pass By)

Visit the famous Mouth of Truth and Plaza Argentina, where Julius Caesar was assassinated.

Free entrance

17
Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna) (Pass By)

Of course, your trip wouldn’t be complete without visiting one of the most beautiful and photographed staircases in the world: the Spanish Steps! Your tour ends at the Trinity Church, just above the famous staircase.

Free entrance

Pantheon (Pass By)

Drive past the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in the world! This Roman landmark is a must-see and one you'll never forget.

Free entrance

Itinerary Map

Additional Info
  • Public transportation is available in the vicinity.
  • Suitable for all levels of fitness.
  • This is a passenger-only tour; no driving is allowed during the experience.
  • A professional driver will drive each vehicle and check which couple of two can travel-it can accommodate two, one in the sidecar, and one on the vespa, behind the driver and any of them can be changed at every halt.
  • If you would like to ride in the sidecar all the time on your tour, merely book two spots for each person who would like to sit in the sidecar throughout: EX: if you are two both wanting to ride in the sidecar all the time you’ll need to book for four; EX: if you are two, one of which would like to ride in the sidecar all of the time and the other doesn’t mind but with different participants, then you must book for three; EX: if you are four, two of which would like to ride in the sidecar and two of which want to switch off, then you must book for six If the total number of persons for which you are booking ever exceeds six after multiplying by two the number of individuals asking to ride all the time then you have requested the Private tour.
  • Safety gear for riding in scooters or sidecars will be given to or participants.
  • Sidecars impose a height requirement on passengers, who must be at least 1.2 meters.
  • Maximum weight for a passenger in the sidecar is 110 kilograms (240 pounds).
  • Not really advisable for very young children aged below 5; specifically, for younger children, they don’t alternate with the other guest and will ride in the sidecar throughout the tour with seatbelts on, a kid size helmet, and booster seat when necessary.
  • If you are booking with children, please leave their ages in your booking notes (to avoid penalty fees incase we don’t have a booster seat, etc.) Dress codes enforced at places of worship for entry cover everyone Participated required to cover shoulders and knees (no tank tops or short dresses) to help you enter.
  • In case we get an odd number of guests, you will have to ride with another person and switch seats at each stop.

Cancellation Policy

To receive a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled departure.

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