Rome is the perfect city to explore by scooter. The attractions are all close together, and drivers in Rome are used to the many scooters on the road, so they pay close attention to traffic.
No transportation in Rome is as iconic as the Vespa scooter. You’ll be amazed at how many you see around the Italian capital. What could be more fun than stepping onto a Vespa scooter like a true Roman during your vacation and discovering the city? Whether you ride around Rome for hours, take a trip outside the city, or zip from one landmark to another, your Vespa scooter adventure will be unforgettable!
There are various organized tours available in Rome where you can discover the city with a guide and/or follow a fixed route. If you prefer to plan your own adventure, you can also choose to rent a Vespa scooter and explore the city at your own pace. Below, we’ve listed the best scooter tours in Rome and Vespa scooter rental options for you.
Rent a Vespa Scooter in Rome
Would you like to navigate through the center of Rome at your own pace and explore all the highlights of the Italian capital? Rent a Vespa scooter without a guide and experience Rome like a true Roman on a 125cc Vespa scooter.
The price includes unlimited kilometers, third-party liability insurance, assistance on the Rome ring road (GRA), helmets, disposable hygienic hairnets, and a safety lock.
Vespa Primavera 125cc scooter rental – 24 hours
Price per scooter (up to 2 people): 65 euros
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Vespa Primavera 125cc scooter rental – 48 hours
Price per scooter (up to 2 people): 172 euros
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Vespa Primavera 125cc scooter rental – 72 hours
Price per scooter (up to 2 people): 252 euros
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Half-Day Vespa Tour of Rome with Guide and Driver
Hop on a Vespa for a guided tour of Rome and experience the essence of “La Dolce Vita” in Italy. Admire some of the top attractions and neighborhoods of the Eternal City with an expert guide and driver. Accompanied by an experienced driver, you will visit the main monuments of the historic center including the Circus Maximus, the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and the Pantheon.
Price of the Vespa Tour in Rome
The Vespa tour through the center of Rome lasts three hours and costs 160 euros per person. The tour includes an English-speaking guide, a private driver, ice cream, pizza or coffee break, helmet and disposable hygienic hairnet, and liability insurance.
You can reserve the Vespa tour online via the GetYourGuide website, where you can choose to pay for your tour later. Convenient, right?
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Self-Driven Tour of Rome on a Vespa
Would you like to explore all the highlights of Rome at your own pace without a driver and take control of a Vespa yourself? Opt for this three-hour self-drive tour on a Vespa through the center of Rome. Discover much more than you would on a walking tour and enjoy panoramic views from some of Rome’s 7 hills.
Price of the Vespa Tour in Rome
The self-driven tour through the center of Rome on a Vespa scooter costs 115 euros per person. The price includes Vespa rental, helmets, liability insurance, fuel, and a local guide. You can easily book the Vespa tour where you drive a Vespa yourself through Rome by the GetYourGuide website.
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Rome by Night on a Vespa Scooter
Experience Rome at night and admire the illuminated sights from an iconic Vespa during this 3-hour guided evening tour. Discover famous landmarks in the city such as St. Peter’s Square and the Colosseum without the crowds of the daytime.
During the tour, the guide will share fascinating stories about the city and its landmarks, and you will make several stops in the city, including one for a cup of strong Italian coffee or delicious gelato.
Price of the Vespa Tour in Rome
The price of this three-hour tour includes a private guide, a Vespa scooter, helmets, hotel pick-up and drop-off, a customized route, coffee or ice cream along the way, a raincoat, and insurance. You can reserve this evening Vespa tour online via the GetYourGuide website.
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Rent a 125cc Scooter in Rome
If you prefer not to rent a Vespa scooter but still want to explore Rome by scooter, consider the budget-friendly New Liberty 125cc scooter. You can pick up the scooter at Termini Station and choose a rental period from 12 hours up to 7 days.
The price includes the rental of a 125cc scooter, 2 helmets, good locks, a windshield, and a top case. The price is per scooter, accommodating up to two people. You can easily reserve your scooter in Rome online via the GetYourGuide website or by this link.
Costs of the New Liberty Scooter
Scooter Rental – 12 hours
Price per scooter: 62 euros
Scooter Rental – 24 hours
Price per scooter: 70 euros
Scooter Rental – 48 hours
Price per scooter: 134 euros
Scooter Rental – 72 hours
Price per scooter: 195 euros
