Rome: Segway Tour Ancient Sights & Virtual Reality Stops

Summary

Segway through ancient Rome’s ruins, stories and secret corners

You’ll glide through ancient Rome by Segway with a local guide who brings history to life at every stop—think Roman Forum views, VR moments at Circus Maximus, and playful dares at Bocca della Verità. Expect laughter, unexpected details, and a fresh perspective on legendary sights.

What’s the experience like?

I’d never ridden a Segway before, so standing outside Roma Termini with the helmet felt weirdly futuristic — but our guide Marco just grinned and showed us how to wobble forward without tipping over. Once we got moving (after a few nervous giggles), the city sort of opened up in front of us. You could smell roasted chestnuts from a cart near the Forum, even though it was barely noon. Marco started pointing out things I’d walked past a dozen times but never really saw — like the layers of brickwork on the Capitoline Hill, or how you can spot where ancient roads dip under modern ones if you look close enough.

We zipped down towards Circus Maximus, wind in our faces, dodging the odd pigeon and feeling slightly ridiculous but free. There was this moment at the Palatine Hill overlook where he pulled out these VR goggles — I honestly rolled my eyes at first, but slipping them on made the ruins snap into something alive. You could almost hear chariot wheels echoing off stone. The sun kept shifting behind clouds, making everything look gold one minute and gray the next. At one point we stopped by the Mouth of Truth — Bocca della Verità — and Marco dared us to stick our hands in. I hesitated (I’m not superstitious, but still), and an older woman from Naples laughed at me in Italian. It was that kind of tour: loose, chatty, not rushed.

Somewhere near Theatre Marcellus we paused for photos — there’s this angle where you get both old columns and tangled tram wires in one shot. The Jewish Synagogue was quieter than I expected; you could hear someone practicing piano behind a window nearby. We ended up sharing stories about Rome’s best gelato spots while coasting back towards Piazza Venezia. My legs were shaky when I finally stepped off the Segway (it takes more balance than you think), but my head was full of new details about places I thought I already knew. Sometimes it’s good to see your own city from two wheels higher up.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Segway tour of Ancient Rome sights

• View Palatine Archaeological Site
• See Circus Maximus and VR stop
• View Roman Forum from Capitoline Hill
• VR stop at Roman Forum viewpoint
• View Piazza Venezia and Vittoriano
• See St. Peter's dome from Keyhole
• Visit Orange Trees Garden viewpoint
• View Theatre Marcellus and Synagogue
• Stop for photos at Mouth of Truth

Top questions

Is this Rome Segway tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, there’s an orientation session before starting and helmets are provided—no prior experience needed.

What age do you have to be for the Segway tour?

All riders must be at least 16 years old due to Italian law.

Does the tour include stops at major landmarks?

Yes, you’ll stop by sites like Circus Maximus, Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Theatre Marcellus and Bocca della Verità.

Is there a guide during the Segway tour?

Yes, an English-speaking guide leads the group throughout the experience.

Are wet weather jackets included if it rains?

Yes, wet weather jackets are provided if needed during your tour.

How many people are in each group?

The small-group tour is limited to eight participants for a more personal experience.

Do I need to bring my own helmet or gear?

No need—helmets and all necessary gear are included with your booking.

What’s included

Your day includes use of a Segway with helmet and safety gear, an orientation session before setting off from Roma Termini, guidance from an English-speaking local expert throughout all stops—including VR experiences—and wet weather jackets if needed along the way.