Forget walking or public transport, a golf cart is the latest craze when it comes to exploring the ancient city of Rome. Here are five of the best Rome golf cart tours.
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Quite what the ancient Romans would have made of people trundling around their beloved city in a golf cart is anyone’s guess but it sure is fun. Golf cart tours in Rome have really taken off in recent years, making an excellent alternative to walking tours where you can see and experience more in a short time. These buggies are not just handy on the golf course, they are great for nipping around traffic – one thing Rome is famous for outside of the Colosseum – and can get you right up to all the ancient monuments and sights with ease. Fancy trying a different kind of tour? Here are five of the best Rome golf cart tours.
Rome by Golf Cart in 3h – City Tour with Pastry & Gelato
You read the headline correctly – this three-hour tour not only takes in the sights and sounds of Rome but the tastes too. The guide whizzes you to the top attractions – that is the Colosseum, Arch of Constantine, Circus Maximus, Mouth of Truth, Marcello’s Theatre, Piazza Venezia, Mussolini’s balcony, Trevi’s Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Saint Angel Castle, St. Peters Square and Tiber Island – as well as pointing out some hidden gems and secret spots. After all this it’s only right to have a snack, so the chance to enjoy a typical artisanal Italian gelato (included) and pastry is extremely welcome. From €109.65.
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Rome: 4-Hour Private Afternoon Golf Cart City Tour
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This is a private tour so a bit more pricey than others but it’s a good way to get a personalised experience of Rome. The guides are friendly and extremely knowledgeable and are happy to customise the tour to what the group wants to see. You’ll feel (a bit) like an emperor zooming through the Eternal City comfortably seated in your own private transportation, although this time it’s a golf cart rather than a horse-drawn chariot. Most people choose to take in the most important highlights of Rome including the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, the Pantheon and Spanish Steps, although you can discuss adding or subtracting any other stops. From €210.
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Rome: Night Tour of the City by Golf Cart
If you think Rome is special by day, it is even more spectacular by night. This tour is about exploring the very heart of Rome at sunset when the city is at its most atmospheric. Pass by major landmarks like the Colosseum, Piazza Venezia, and Piazza Navona while the local guide tells stories that will bring the ancient city to life. You’ll make a stop at the Pantheon, an ancient divine temple, and at the Trevi Fountain, to throw a coin into the waters to make a wish. It could well be that you wish for another quick spin around Rome. From €79.92.
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Rome: Imperial City Tour by Golf Cart with Optional Transfer
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Mixing the old and the new, this tour takes to the streets of Rome in a modern golf buggy, as well as stopping for a coffee at one of the city’s oldest cafes. Over three hours the main focus of the trip is to understand the ancient, imperial side of Rome, taking in the historical sites such as the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, and the Pantheon. Also en route is the Trevi Fountain and Navona Square. This tour manages that tricky thing of being both informative and fun – it’s a blast and you’ll come away with a lot more knowledge of Rome than you expected. From €95.
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Full day Rome in Golf Cart
Normally only the PGA pros and retirees get to spend a whole day in a golf cart – so now is your chance. Over six hours you’ll get to see a serious amount of Roman history and architecture, mixing famous landmarks with hidden gems and places only the locals know. From cobblestone squares to the Colosseum, nothing is out of reach of this intrepid golf cart. The cheery driver explains all you need to know and is happy to adjust the pace and itinerary to suit the group. From €491.67.
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