At first glance it might not seem that you can enjoy many extreme travel activities in Rome but this is not the case. Although there are not as many options as with other European cities, Italy’s capital is capable of delivering much more than what you initially expected. We will stay focused on some of the travel activities that are really popular among tourists from all around the world so that you can choose something you would absolutely love.
Drive A Ferrari Sports Car On The Streets Of Rome
It is not common to drive the legend Ferrari at an affordable price. For only a little over $100, you can go on a tour of Rome and drive this amazing sports car. You would be on the wheel of a 460 hp car and can choose out of various different touring options. Those that want to feel adrenaline at the highest levels will be supported by a professional driver while you go on a specific heart pumping tour while those that simply want to relax will have a driver that will drive them around. Morning and afternoon Ferrari tours are available and you can also see night sights if this is what you want. Tours can last between 15 and 90 minutes and the driving experience can be personalized to some extent.
Tandem Paragliding In Rome
There are not many activities that can be more adrenaline filled than jumping out of a plane and while this is not currently possible in Italy’s capital, paragliding is sure to be enjoyed by thrill seekers. This experience would last around 45 minutes and the jump is done over countryside, close to Rome. Pickup from the hotel is always available while gliding happens around Lake Bracciano, Serrone, Rieto or Tivoli. Safety briefings are available for those that never enjoyed this activity in the past and the guide will practically guarantee that you are safe since he will be strapped to you. Afternoon or morning tandem paragliding jumps are available.
St. Peter’s Cathedral – Climb To The Top
This may come to many as a huge surprise but getting to the top of St. Peter’s Cathedral can easily be described as a hike. There are 537 steps that you will need to climb, making this an interesting whole family adventure. Tourists will normally not make the trek and take the elevator to cover half of this hike but if you want to save some cash, climbing all the way is a great thing to do. The climb starts wide and is eventually so narrow that only one file of people will be available. Holding on to a rope is needed on the last steps.
Ride A Scooter In Rome
This is not necessarily what you would expect on a list of extreme activities but it is something to consider since driving on a scooter in Italy’s capital is an activity designed for a risk taker. It is possible to rent a scooter when you are there or pre-book online. Just zip around the city after you get your scooter. Being careful is necessary but you can get a little aggressive.
What is interesting with riding a scooter in Rome is the fact that you would end up enjoying quite a common local transportation method. You will want to avoid red lights or go through them, try to go the wrong way and make sure you do not hit pedestrians.
Cycling In Rome
As we already mentioned above, riding a scooter is an adrenaline filled activity but if you want something less-adrenaline filled, you will want to consider cycling in Rome. There are many interesting opportunities and because of the way in which Rome was built, various great cycling routes are now available. We did write about cycling in Rome in the past in this article. Make sure that you read it for more information about cycling in Italy’s capital.
Surfing In Rome
During winter and late autumn, the Mediterranean Sea starts to be a little rough. It will not be cold but the beaches will become quite unpopulated. This makes the beaches perfect for surfing. The Rome area is becoming quite popular among surfers. During recent years, surfing was added to the list of extreme activities in Rome. Tourists from all around Europe visit and that perfect wave is definitely going to be caught.
Surfing is now available at various beaches close to Rome and close-by at Fiumicino and Ostia. From time to time it is possible to be faced with too many people that surf but that is not as common as in other cities in the world. If you want to experience the most extreme surfing in the area, you will want to go to the south in Naples. Gaeta features two wonderful surfing beaches, Serapo and Sant Agostino.