Discover the best unique travel experiences in Rome, from cooking classes and artisan workshops to Vespa tours, wine tastings, rafting, kayaking and day trips.

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Rome is more than museums, monuments and postcard views. From hands-on workshops and food experiences to bike rides, river adventures and creative tours, the city offers countless ways to go beyond the classic itinerary. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning to see a different side of the Eternal City, these unique Rome experiences will help you discover the city like a local.

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 4 hours
9am

Exploring the city center is essential when in Rome, but for a truly unique experience, you need to get off the beaten path. This bike tour takes you beyond the usual itinerary, through ancient roads, archaeological sites and quiet corners of the Roman countryside. Along the way, you’ll discover landmarks such as the Baths of Caracalla, the Circus of Maxentius, the Aurelian Walls and the Aqueducts Park, experiencing a side of Rome that many visitors never get to see.

And no worries if you’re not an active cyclist: the tour includes high-quality electric-assist bikes.

1 hour
10.30am
 

is everywhere in Rome, from busy streets to hidden alleyways, but it can be hard to tell which spots are authentic and which are tourist traps. That’s why we recommend learning how to make your own in a beautiful gelato lab in the heart of Rome. Perfect for families, this hands-on class guides you through all the steps needed to create this classic Italian dessert, from selecting ingredients to achieving gelato’s signature creamy texture. At the end, you’ll get to taste your own creation and enjoy some delicious gelato for yourself.

3 hours
 every hour, from 9am till 5pm
 

Although Rome is primarily known for its ancient frescos and statues, modern Italy is booming with edgy street art, but you have to know where to find it. If art is your thing, we recommend that you take this exclusive vespa street art tour. In this experience, you will get to see how Rome is able to seamlessly blend ancient beauty with the best of modern art. This tour is about as unconventional as it gets so be ready for a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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3 hours
9am
 

Hop on and turn the key on this authentic experience to discover the eternal beauty and secrets found in the streets of Rome. You will be transported in iconic style on a unique two-wheeled Vespa Sidecar, accompanied by an official guide for an up close and personal view of all that Rome has to offer.

4 hours
2pm
 

This 4 hour experience incorporates both a cooking class in Rome, to learn the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine in a locally loved Roman restaurant, as well as a visit to one of the cities most popular gourmet food shops for delicious tastings. The cooking class, led by Head Chef Angela or Luciano and Sous Chef Francesca, unfolds in a modern, spacious kitchen, praised by local and international food critics. As the class concludes, take home the recipes and newfound skills.

2 hours
5.30pm
 

Indulge in an authentic wine tasting in a charming wine bar in the historic center, footsteps from Campo de’ Fiori. Step inside the boutique enoteca with wines stacked on every shelf where you will be greeted by your host Patrizia and her sommelier son, Giampaolo. Once you’re seated, let the games begin. Listen as the sommelier takes you on a journey around Italy and its wine production through the tastings of 6 different wines paired with cured meats, cheeses, bread and olives.

2/3 hours
10am
 

Make Your Own Piece of Roman Creativity: join this jewelry workshop in Monteverde Vecchio, where traditional goldsmith techniques meet modern design. Guided by artists Caterina and Sara, you’ll create a unique piece of jewelry inspired by the Art Nouveau stained glass windows of Roman villas. Using fast-setting resin and brass, you’ll explore colors, textures, and creative techniques. At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a one-of-a-kind jewel as a special souvenir of your time in Rome.

1.30 hours
10.30am, 3pm
 

Step into an authentic shoemaker’s artisan workshop in Rome and make a pair of leather sandals that is truly yours. In just 1.5 hours, go beyond watching and actually create your sandal from start to finish, working hands-on at the workbench with real tools like a hammer, glue, and professional shoemaking equipment, all provided. Guided step by step by an expert artisan, shape, assemble, and finish your sandal with the same techniques used in traditional Italian footwear making. The experience is designed for beginners and creative travelers, with a small group of up to 6 people to keep it personal and relaxed, so you’ll always have support when you need it.

2 hours
10.30am, 3pm
 

Experience Rome like never before by rafting along the Tiber River! Get away from the hustle and bustle and see the Eternal City from the river. The route starts near Piazza del Popolo, then goes down the river, playing on some white water rapids. From Castel Sant’Angelo to the Tiberina Island, get ready to see Rome from a different perspective, away from the noise and traffic.

3 hours
10.30am, 3pm
 

Lake Albano is one of the hidden gems of the Parco dei Castelli Romani. Travel back in time, kayaking from the “Villaggio delle Macine,” the oldest village dating back to the XX-XIX centuries BC, past the villa of the Emperor Domitian and the submerged stilt houses of the Village of the Mills. Relaxing kayaking experience paired with one of a kind informative tour around the ancient historical sites not so far away from the tourist crowds of the Eternal City. The tour is beginner friendly, experienced guides will give you all the necessary paddling instructions and as a bonus will take you to the beach that can only be reached by kayak for a refreshing swim.

12/14 hours
7am
 

Glistening sun, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and a peaceful island, now that’s an ideal vacation! Take a break from the animated streets of the city and escape to beautiful on this . Ponza Island is Rome’s secret Capri, where the tourists never go, and the beauty is kept intact. On this tour, you will get to explore the island, enjoy lunch on a boat, and indulge in the stunning seas of the Mediterranean.

3 hours
10am / 2pm
 

Rome’s Appian Way (Appia Antica) is home to some of the city’s most fascinating Roman ruins, but many of the archeological sites are too far to walk to from the city. This 3-hour tour ensures an easy ride aboard an electric golf cart, stopping to take in highlights such as the Quintili’s Villa, the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, and the Circus and Villa of Maxentius and combines the allure of the Appian Way and the mysterious depths of the  hidden in our stunning protected area..

3 hours
10am, 3pm
 

Turn a long walking tour into an adventure with one of our private tours by golf cart! Your own guide will meet you at your hotel (city center) so you can explore Rome at ease and comfort and class. Discover the legendary heroes and architectural innovations that made Rome the capital of the greatest empire the world had ever seen. The past will come to life as you retrace history from ruins and palaces, to temples and the Colosseum.

2 hours
 Monday – Thursday, from 5.30pm
 

Enjoy your mixology experience in Rome’s historic centre and learn how to prepare the most famous Italian cocktails: Spritz and Negroni. Next to that, our bartender will explain how to pair these drinks with food. Want to learn more? Get your answers in a cool atmosphere at Il Marchese while sipping on your own handmade Negroni and enjoy an italian aperitivo.

2/3 hours
10am or 3pm
 

Get hands-on and spend two to three hours in this mosaic-making workshop in a beautiful studio in Trastevere. Learn the techniques behind mosaic-making and create your own mosaic to take home with you. A professional artist will be with you every step of the way. If you’re travelling, not to worry–your mosaic will be placed in a box that you can carry anywhere!

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2 hours
10am or 1pm, Thu-Fri only
 

One of the many Italian excellences is the art of ceramics, known and exported all over the world. Although this art is not central to Rome, as it is to other cities in Tuscany or Emilia Romagna for example, the Italian capital is certainly not lacking in artists, craftsmen, handmade products, attention to detail and creativity. This workshop offers the opportunity to learn the fine art of pottery directly from local master potters in the beautiful Monteverde area. Get your hands dirty with clay, learn how to use the wheel and make whatever you like to take home your own ‘made in Italy’ pieces with you.

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