From our first little Buzz cars to a fleet of Vespas and six unique guided experiences, we’ve been helping travelers explore the city in a fun, easy and unforgettable way.
Hello, my name is Peter Hall, and I founded Buzz4Tours in 2012.
When I first saw the Buzz Buggy — our compacted e-buggy— I fell in love and decided to build a business around it. The idea was simple:
People who are new in town usually wish to know what to see and how to get there. What if, they could rent a small, easy to park and preferably eco-friendly vehicle, provide a device (iPad would be cool) set up click and go destinations on Waze and discover Rome’s main sights without wasting time or energy… it would be a winner and it is!
At the time, no one else was doing anything like it. It was the first self-drive experience in Rome combining technology, freedom and sightseeing — long before “smart travel” was even a thing.
A few years later, we added Vespa rentals, for those who wanted the classic Italian feeling of riding through the Eternal City on two wheels.
Then came the next step: our private guided tours — six different experiences ranging from Rome’s Highlights to the Castelli Romani and Papal Basilicas — created to share our favorite routes and hidden gems with our guests.
More than a decade later, Buzz4Tours has become a true family business. After gaining experience in major American companies, my daughter Olivia returned to Rome and
started to work alongside her old man — bringing fresh ideas, new energy and the same passion for this one-of-a-kind project.
Together, we’re proud to keep offering something authentic, personal and truly unforgettable!
Favourite Ride
His new Royal Enfield — not for rent! Sorry, not sorry!
Most used phrase
“Do you have driving experience on two wheels... with an engine?!”
Superpower
Launched Rome’s first self-drive Vespa & e-buggy rentals with pre-set itineraries — a true pioneer!
Favorite review quote
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Coffee count
4,300 (and counting) — even for an Englishman, an after-lunch espresso is a must!
Favorite multitasking skill
Switching from brand strategy to school drop-off in record time.
Most used phrase
“Hurry up, we’re late!” — the morning family soundtrack.
Daily motto
“Continue the push!” — a phrase from her former Head of Sales that stuck for life.
International experience
Survived the corporate jungle of two big U.S. companies!
Superpower
Keeping two kids, a business, and a thousand ideas in motion... and I’m not bragging about it. It’s what moms do.
By train from Civitavecchia
You may easily get a train from Civitavecchia main line railway station (Stazione Centrale) to Roma San Pietro. The journey takes under one hour and a single ticket costs less than €5.00 – our office is a 15 minute walk away or you could arrange for Buzz to be delivered at the station for you (€12.00) – see the following link for train times: TRENITALIA.
From Rome's Central Areas (by Metro)
Take – LINE A – direction Battistini – exit at “Ottaviano” – follow the flow of people out of the station, walk along Via Ottaviano – cross Piazza del Risorgimento and take the first left into “Borgo Sant Angelo” then take the 4th right into Via degli Ombrellari and continue straight to Vicolo D’Orfeo 8, approximately a 7 minute walk to our office.
From Rome's Central Areas (by taxi)
A taxi ride to us from central areas should not cost more than around €10.00 (it is useful to tell the driver that Via degli Ombrellari is near the Vatican and “Borgo Pio”.
NB: if you are renting more than one vehicle, it will be cheaper to get a taxi and come to us!
From Rome's Central Areas (by bus)
Bus N°. 62 – 34 – 23 – 40 – 982
Delivery Service
A delivery and Pick-up service is available for central areas only at the extra return cost of €18.00 per Buzz or Vespa or at €10.00 either way.
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