Rome City Highlights & Hidden Gems: Vespa Sidecar Guided Tour

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Piazza della Repubblica

   This trilling Vespa sidecar tour offers you a unique way to experience the eternal city, whisking through the streets of Rome in true italian fashion! However, you don’t need to worry about actually competing with the locals by driving your own scooter. You get to sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride from inside an Italian custom-made Vespa sidecar. Your expert guide will be at the wheel, taking you all over the city to main sights and hidden gems. Prepare yourself for an Italian ride of a lifetime. You will start your thrill ride in Piazza della Repubblica where you will meet your guide and driver who will prep you for the ride with safety instructions and equipment so you can ride in comfort. If you are travelling in a group, you will be provided with headsets that can be used in conjunction with your helmet so that you can safely listen to your guide as they point out the wonders of Ancient Rome whizzing by.

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2. Santa Maria Maggiore

   From the central piazza, your guide drive you to one of Rome’s ancient Basilicas, Santa Maria Maggiore 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.

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3. Colosseum

   Let your expert guide bring Ancient Rome to life with unique facts and exciting stories, as you pass by the Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Circus Maximus. Your own local driver and guide will stop to take photos of all the amazing sights along the way.

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4. Palatine Hill

   Zip through picturesque streets toward the heart of Ancient Rome—the Colosseum and Palatine Hill.

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5. Circo Massimo

   Continue past Circus Maximus, the vast ancient arena once home to thrilling chariot races, before heading up Aventine Hill.

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6. Buco della Serratura

   Your guide will then take you up to the top of the Aventine hill where the world’s most famous keyhole exists. What do you see when you look inside?

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7. Aventine

   Marvel at the main sights, and then go off the beaten path and visit hidden gems, like a secret keyhole up on the Aventine hill. We will not tell you what you see through the keyhole – that is a surprise worth waiting for! With big smiles and a breeze blowing in your face, you will start imagining yourself on your very own vespa in your hometown. But stay present, there is still so much more to see.!

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8. Bocca della Verita

   Cruise through Testaccio, one of Rome’s most authentic neighborhoods, where you’ll spot the city’s curious Pyramid of Cestius and the legendary Mouth of Truth, said to bite the hands of liars.

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9. Piramide Cestia

   Explore many neighborhoods including Testaccio, where you will pass an ancient Pyramid, Piramide Cestius. Yes, there is an ancient pyramid in Rome – find out why on our tour.

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10. Teatro di Marcello

    Pass by the Theatre of Marcellus.

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11. Complex of the Victorian Ala Brasini

    Explore more of Rome’s iconic squares and districts with ease on your Vespa.

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12. Colle del Gianicolo

    One of the best views on Rome, not to be missed.

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13. Piazza Navona

    Continue unto the incredibly stunning Piazza Navona, the once upon a time ancient Stadium of Domitian, and home of the wonderful Fountain of the Four rivers by Bernini

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14. Campo De' Fiori

    Travel down the winding roads and make your way into the heart of the historic center, starting with the famous Campo de' Fiori!

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15. Trevi Fountain

    Zoom by the Trevi Fountain, and of course hop off to throw a coin in! (hint: this is a must in Rome superstition, should you wish to return to Rome!)

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16. Area Sacra di Largo Argentina

    Visit the popular Mouth of Truth, and Largo Argentina where Julius Caesar’s notable assassination took place.

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17. Spanish Steps

    And of course, the tour would not be complete without a visit to one of the most beautiful and photographed staircases in the world: the Spanish Steps! Your tour will end in Trinità dei Momenti, above the iconic staircase.

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18. Pantheon

    whisk by the Pantheon, one the world's most well preserved ancient temples! this must see iconic monument of Rome is a sight you will surely not forget.

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Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Vespa Sidecar Semi-Private

  Semi-Private Guided Tour: Zip down stone streets and past ancient ruins, discovering hidden spots as you go.

• Vespa Sidecar Private Tour

  Private Tour Upgrade: Discover famous landmarks and monuments with your private, English-speaking guide. Ends at Piazza del Popolo: The private tour ends at Piazza del Popolo.

Before you book

Cancellation

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

Languages

pt, en, it, fr, es

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 12 travelers per booking

Operated by

LivTours

Know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This tour is for passengers only (driving not permitted on this experience).
• Each vehicle will be driven by a professional driver and can accomodate two guests: one in the sidecar and one on the vespa, behind the driver. The two guests can alternate at any stop.
• If you would like to ride in the sidecar for the entire tour, please simply book two spots for every single individual that wants to ride in the sidecar the whole time: EX: if you are in two that both want to ride in the sidecar the whole time you must book for four; EX: if you are in two, one of which wants to ride in the sidecar the whole time and the other which doesn’t mind alternating with another participant, you must book for three; EX: if you are in four, two of which want to ride in the sidecar and two of which wants to switch off, you must book for six If the total number of people you are trying to book for ever exceeds six once you have multiplied by two the number of individuals requesting to ride the whole time in the sidecar you must book a Private tour.
• Safety equipment to ride in scooters or sidecars will be provided or participants.
• Sidecars have a safety requirement that passengers be at least 4 feet tall.
• Maximum weight for sidecar passenger is 110kg / 240lbs.
• Not suitable for children under 5 years; for the very young, they cannot alternate with the other guest and they will ride inside the sidecar for the entire tour with seatbelts on, kid size helmet and booster seat when needed.
• When booking with children, please note their ages in your booking notes (to avoid penalty fees incase booster seat or helmets are unavailable)
• In case of bookings with an odd number of guests, be aware that you will need to share the vehicle with another guest and alternate seats at every stop.

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