Rome Vespa tour: Colosseum, Forum & Gianicolo viewpoint

Nine landmarks on two wheels, from the Forum to the city's highest viewpoint

A guided Vespa tour of Rome starting at Largo di Torre Argentina, where you ride as a passenger behind an experienced driver through the centro storico, passing the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Piazza del Campidoglio and the Roman Forum before climbing to Piazzale Garibaldi for a panoramic stop. The route covers major monuments without entering any of them, and includes free time at two key viewpoints.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each9 stops

1. Largo di Torre Argentinapassing by
2. Colosseumpassing by
3. Circus Maximuspassing by
4. Piazza del Campidogliopassing by
5. Roman Forum10m
6. Trasteverepassing by
7. Fontana dell'Acqua Paolapassing by
8. Rome Terminipassing by
9. Piazzale Giuseppe Garibaldi10m

Vespa tour through Rome highlights

• Meet at Largo di Torre Argentina
• Pass Altar of Peace the Victorian
• Pass by the Colosseum
• Pass by Circus Maximus
• Pass by Rose Garden of Rome
• Walk at Piazza del Campidoglio
• View Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
• Cross streets to Giannicolo, Piazzale Garibaldi
• Pass Fontana dell'Acqua Paola fountain
• Enjoy breathtaking view
• Free time to admire Rome view
• Return to meeting point

The experience

You meet at Largo di Torre Argentina and climb onto a Vespa behind a driver who knows the streets. The ride covers roughly nine major sites in under an hour: the Altar of Peace, the Colosseum (exterior only), Circus Maximus, the Rose Garden, Piazza del Campidoglio where you have time to walk around, a panoramic view of the Roman Forum with the Palatine Hill beyond, then across to Trastevere and up the Gianicolo to Piazzale Garibaldi. At Fontana dell'Acqua Paola you stop to take in the fountain and the view. The driver handles navigation and traffic. You hold on and shoot photos.

The route is built around sightseeing from the Vespa and brief stops at viewpoints rather than entry to monuments. Piazza del Campidoglio and Piazzale Garibaldi each give you a few minutes on foot to absorb the surroundings before you return to the bike. The ride ends where it started, with the driver bringing you back to Largo di Torre Argentina. Helmet, insurance and private transportation are included. The driver speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language depending on availability.

What’s included

• Private transportation on a Vespa.
• experienced driver.
• safety helmet.
• insurance coverage.
• live guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French or another language depending on availability.

Information

Lasts 50m–1h, runs every day, 11 start times, from € 89 per person, with live guides in 5 languages, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30 and 15:008 later ›

GroupUp to 123 private ›

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and ItalianOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 to 60 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by EXELENTIATOUR

Is this one for you?This tour works best for travelers comfortable riding as a passenger on a motorbike who want to see Rome's major landmarks and viewpoints in one morning without the time or cost of multiple separate visits. The Vespa handles Rome's narrow streets and traffic better than a car, and the stops at Piazzale Garibaldi and Piazza del Campidoglio give you time to photograph and absorb the views.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I ride the Vespa myself, or do I sit as a passenger?

You sit as a passenger behind the driver, who handles all steering and acceleration. The tour does not include Vespa rental or the option to drive.

What is Piazzale Garibaldi and why do we stop there?

Piazzale Garibaldi sits at the top of the Gianicolo hill and offers one of Rome's most expansive views across the city. The tour includes free time here to take in the panorama before heading back.

Do we go inside the Colosseum or the Roman Forum?

No. The tour passes by the Colosseum exterior and gives you a panoramic view of the Roman Forum from above, but does not include entry to either site.

How much time do we spend stopped versus riding?

Most of the under-an-hour duration is spent on the Vespa moving between sites. You get free time at Piazza del Campidoglio and Piazzale Garibaldi to step off and look around, plus a stop at Fontana dell'Acqua Paola for photos.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind sitting in on a bike. A helmet is provided and required. Bring a camera or phone for photos at the viewpoints. A small bag is fine but large backpacks can be awkward on a Vespa.