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Vespa Tour - The Essence of Rome

4.8 Excellent 40 reviews
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3h
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English, Italian, French, Spanish
Free cancellation Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

Drive an automatic Vespa yourself through the alleys and squares of the historic centre with a professional guide, or take the version with drivers, in a group capped at ten, rated 4.85 across 40 reviews. Guide, Vespa, helmets and fuel are included at €115 per person, pickup and food are not. Self drive needs a car licence and city scooter experience.

From the guide

Drive an iconic 125cc automatic Vespa and discover the city in a fun and easy way. A unique opportunity to be a local Roman!

With our professional tour guide discover the most important and beautiful monuments of the historical Roman center. Zip through the small alleys and squares to enjoy the colors and the hidden gems behind every corner in this amazing city of history and architecture.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Essence of Rome self-driven

from €115 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: Italian, French, English, Spanish

Essence of Rome one person: An unforgettable vespa ride brings you just besides the most beautiful monuments and antique resources of the Roman center.

Essence of Rome with Drivers

from €180 / person
Guide: Italian, French, English, Spanish

An unforgettable ride on a Vespa, led by an expert guide and drivers, will take you to the most beautiful places in Rome.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 10:00, 14:00
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 10:00, 14:00. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Professional guide
Use of Vespa, helmets and fuel included

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Area Sacra di Largo Argentina Stop 1
Pick up your Vespa and meet your Guide at Vicolo di San Nicola dè Cesarini, 4
10 min
Roman Forum Stop 2
Your guide will illustrate the major ruins of the heart of Ancient Rome.
10 min
Colosseum Stop 3
AKA Flavian Amphitheatre - Your guide will enlighten you about the amazing history of the Coliseum, symbol of Imperial Rome, and also the Arch of Costantine.
10 min
Circo Massimo Stop 4
Ancient Roman stadium for chariot racing with view of the Palatine Hill - the center-most of the Seven Hills of Rome
10 min
Basilica di Santa Maria in Cosmedin Stop 5
Bell tower is the tallest medieval belfry in Rome; Houses the Mouth of Truth. Across the street the Temple of Hercules Victor and Temple of Portunus.
Pass by
Piazza Venezia Stop 6
Trajan's Column, Vittoriano Monument, Altare della Patria - Italy's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Capitoline Hill, Church of Saint Mark, Palazzo Venezia
10 min
Trevi Fountain Stop 7
Our knowledgeable guides will describe the largest Baroque fountain in Rome. Toss a coin over your shoulder to be sure that you will come back to the "Eternal City" one day.
15 min
Spanish Steps Stop 8
Admire the monumental stairway - "Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti" - the Church of the Santissima Trinità dei Monti, the Early Baroque fountain called "Fontana della Barcaccia" and the Column of the Immaculate Conception
15 min
Pantheon Stop 9
Your private guide will give you the full history and architectural description of the Pantheon.
10 min
Piazza Navona Stop 10
Stroll around Piazza Navona with your guide to admire the plaza as well as Fountain of the Four Rivers, the church of Sant'Agnese in Agone, the Fountain of Neptune and the Moor Fountain.
15 min
Castel Sant'Angelo Stop 11
Admire from outside Castel Sant'Angelo aka The Mausoleum of Hadrian and Ponte Sant'Angelo, lined with ten strikingly beautiful angel sculptures
10 min
St. Peter's Square Stop 12
Your guide will offer detailed information on St Peter's Basilica, St Peter's Square with its obelisk and Bernini's Colonnades.
15 min
Campo De' Fiori Stop 13
Enjoy strolling through the lively daily market
15 min

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 21 year
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • A maximum of 10 people per booking
  • "B" driver's license is required (US citizens need an International driver's license)
  • Strong experience in driving scooters in city traffic conditions is required

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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