The 15 Motorbike & Scooter Rentals in Italy That Earn Their Price

1.Florence Vespa Tour: Tuscan Hills and Italian Cuisine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,019 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $78Our pick

You’ll ride an automatic Vespa from Florence into the Tuscan hills with guides such as Leo, Chris, Ado, or Gabriel. After a safety test, the route passes Piazzale Michelangelo, Pozzolatico, Villa del Poggio Imperiale, and San Miniato al Monte before a farmhouse lunch of bruschetta, pasta, cheese, salami, and wine. A Fiat option may be available if riding is not suitable.

“Had an amazing time and made great new friends! Leo was a great tour guide and we felt safe on the Vespa tour. Pasta and wine at the end were also very good. 10/10 recommend”

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2.Vespa Sidecar Tour By Night with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,803 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $146

Ride through Rome on a vintage Vespa with a professional driver-guide, stopping at Piazza Venezia, the Colosseum, Baths of Caracalla, Aventine Hill, Trastevere, and Janiculum Hill. You can sit behind the driver or share a sidecar with another guest. Gelato and coffee are included, and guides such as Manuel, Roberto, Andrea, and Simone are praised for lively local stories.

“Beautiful night in Rome, great tour, great tour guide(s), exhilarating ride in a sidecar on a Vespa, crazy Rome drivers, great Vespa drivers! Always felt safe. Everyone, including the drivers, had a great time!”

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3.Rome Morning Vespa Sidecar Tour in Rome with Cappuccino

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,771 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Ride through Rome with a professional driver while an English-speaking guide such as Claudio, Matteo, or Luca explains the city through a headset. In about three hours, you’ll see fountains, piazzas, ancient monuments, Vatican City, Janiculum Hill, and local neighborhoods, with a cappuccino, cornetto, and Pantheon entry included.

“This was recommended to me by a friend who visited a year or two go. She actually I stakes we do this- and it did not disappoint!! So much fun, so comfortable (we each got to be in separate sidecars, my driver gave me a hot water bottle and blanket lovingly each time we got back in), educational, fun! A great way to see the high points of the city. I would do this again, it was that much fun! Barbara, our guide, was so informative and fun!”

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4.Chianti Vespa Tour with Lunch from Florence & E-car Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,453 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $125

Meet in central Florence, then ride a classic Piaggio Vespa through Chianti’s vineyard roads, with a Topolino e-car option for non-riders. Guides such as Yo, Lorenzo, Ela, and Haider lead the safety practice, scenic stops, winery visit, wine and olive oil tasting, and Tuscan lunch. The six-and-a-half-hour tour runs in groups of up to 15.

“Yo and Lorenzo were great guides, gave us a lot of info, made us feel safe, and fun! Beautiful scenery, lunch was delicious, and winery was lovely. FYI- lunch was not until 3:30, so pack snacks! Must do in Florence!!”

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5.Rome Vespa Scooter Tour with Professional Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 857 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $66

Ride as a passenger with a professional Vespa driver through central Rome, stopping at the Colosseum, Orange Garden, Gianicolo, and other landmarks. Guides such as Eric and Leo also act as photographers and local escorts. You receive helmet use and a set of vacation photos, with pickup from Via del Colosseo 31.

“The guys giving the tour were awesome explained everything in great depth. Very nice people. Would highly recommend for everyone to try this company”

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6.Highlights Vespa Sidecar Tour with Coffee and Gelato

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 747 reviews · from $141

Ride through Rome with an experienced driver and live guide on a classic Vespa sidecar. You’ll pass the Colosseum, Baths of Caracalla, Pyramid of Cestius, Aventine Hill, Circus Maximus, Trastevere, and Janiculum Hill, with stops for coffee, gelato, photos, and city views. Guides speak English or Spanish.

“This tour made our Italy trip complete! Thank you so much to Manuel and team. A special shout out to Team Marco. Sei Bello! Muah! -Bless”

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7.Tuscan Countryside Vespa Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 701 reviews · 5 hours · from $176

Leave Florence by vintage automatic Vespa and follow your English-speaking guide into the Tuscan hills. You’ll practice in a controlled area first, stop for views and photos, visit one of Florence’s oldest churches, then eat pasta, prosciutto, and cheese with Chianti on a private terrace. Guides such as Leo, Chris, Alex, and Aldo are known for careful instruction and lively local commentary.

“This Vespa tour was absolutely one of the best things we did in Florence! The whole crew was incredibly welcoming, kind, and professional. Their hospitality made us feel comfortable from the very beginning, and they were happy to answer any questions we had about the city and its history. A special shout-out to Chris and Gabriel, they are amazing guides, full of knowledge, energy, and good vibes. Riding with them was not only fun but also a great way to discover Florence from a different perspective. If you’re in Florence, don’t miss this experience! You’ll be lucky if you get Chris and Gabriel as your guides. Thank you both for…”

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8.Tuscany Vespa Tour: Lunch & Wine Tasting, Countryside Roads

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 614 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $228

Leave central Florence by air-conditioned minivan with Tuscany Cycle guides such as Alexa, Luca, or Dejan. After a Vespa lesson, ride the Chianti Rufina hills past vineyards, olive groves, and villas, then visit a family winery for cellar stories, wine, olive oil, and a traditional Tuscan lunch. You may ride solo or as a passenger.

“Alexa was amazing from the start at their offices …to transporting us up to the winery /explaining the Vespas..driving us thru the countryside on the vespas & then transporting us back down to Florence office drop off…very professional but super fun!! she was very friendly and made our day!! our group got along great & we had many laughs and story telling thru out the day.. our host for the wine tour was great.. explained all the technical details in a way to understand & we got to see the whole process.. (sorry forgot her name but i think it was Fernanda). The food was fantastic, and the wine tour…”

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9.Rome Vespa Tour with Professional Photoshoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 576 reviews · from $81

Ride as a passenger on a Vespa with a professional driver and photographer. Elmar Mahmudov and guides such as Eric, Gennaro, Elmir, and Harry lead a 90-minute route past the Colosseum, Orange Garden, Piazza Venezia, Castel Sant’Angelo, and Janiculum Hill. Your package includes a helmet and 20 professional photos per person.

“The tour was more than perfect! The tour guides did an excellent job in showing me and my friend the beauty of Rome! They were so detailed with the fun facts about where they took us!! We felt more than safe and had soooo much fun!! So well worth the money spent! I will highly recommend and will do this all over again!!! Thank youuuuu so muchhhh!!!!! This was perfect for the trip in Rome!!”

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10.Tuscany Vespa Tours Through the Hills of Chianti

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 515 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $193

Start in Florence at 8:30 am and ride a genuine Vespa through Chianti with guides such as Ben, Filippo, Alessio, and Leonardo. After about two hours on winding country roads, sit down to a light Tuscan lunch at a villa or castle, with wine and extra virgin olive oil tasting. Transport, helmet, and safety training are included.

“Great time. Executed perfectly. It was fun. Unique. Easy for me, my wife and my 19 and 17 year old daughter. My 14 year old son rode with me. If you want to see Tuscany in a unique way, then this is a great option.”

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11.Tuscany Vespa Tour from Florence with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 425 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $241

Spend seven to eight hours riding a Vespa through the Tuscan hills, visiting medieval San Gimignano, and sharing a light lunch with local wine. Guides such as Daniel, Cecilia, Marco, Giacomo, and Stefano are praised for patient riding instruction and warm humor. You need a valid driving license, and you can ride as a passenger if needed.

“Wow it was amazing! It was worth every penny. It exceeded our expectations. Daniele and his team were great. They made sure we were on time, safe and happy. Need to do this tour, it's a must.”

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12.Small Group Vespa Tour Tuscany Winery & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 268 reviews · 7 hours · from $235

Leave Florence at 9 AM for a guided Vespa ride through Chianti’s quiet country roads. After a lesson, you’ll ride to San Gimignano for gelato and free time, then enjoy a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at a local winery. Guides including Cecilia, Lorenzo, Daniel, and Mido help nervous riders feel safe.

“Such a fun day! Our guide was great fun and very knowledgeable. I felt safe during the whole trip. The day ended with a superb L nah and wine tasting. Thoroughly enjoyable and would definitely recommend”

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13.Self-Driven Sightseeing Tour by Vespa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 240 reviews · from $130

Follow guides such as Vittorio, Fabio, Marco, or Francesco through Rome on a customized Vespa tour. You’ll ride past the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and lesser-known viewpoints, with time for photos and a quick coffee stop. One Vespa is provided for every two participants, and drivers must be at least 18 with the required license.

“Marco was a great guide through the city! Got to see the streets and sites from a locals perspective”

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14.Guided Vespa Tour with Photo Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $79

Ride as a passenger on a classic Vespa through Rome with an English, Italian, or Turkish-speaking guide. Stop at the Colosseum, Orange Garden, and Janiculum Hill, with time for stories, views, and 25 professional digital photos taken on a Sony Alpha 7 IV. Guides including Karim and Mario are praised for friendly service and useful local tips.

“Amazing Vespa Tour! Had an unforgettable experience riding through the city on a Vespa! The route, the atmosphere, and the stories made it truly special. A huge thanks to our guide, Karim—his passion, knowledge, and great energy made the tour even more enjoyable. Highly recommend!”

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15.Guided City Food Tour by Vespa and Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 195 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $1Best value

See Rome from the back seat of a Vespa while a driver handles the traffic. In 90 to 120 minutes, your English-speaking guide may take you to Campo de' Fiori and other city sights, with stops for coffee, pizza or trapizzino, supplì, and tiramisu or gelato. You do not drive the Vespa yourself.

“We thoroughly enjoyed it!!. The guys were very friendly, approachable and knowledgeable, and the view and food stops were amazing. Would definitely recommend it!!”

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