Explore Rome with a camper

Centrally located on the line between the north and south, Rome is not just the capital of Italy but also the main point of entry for many visitors. Full of historical icons and popular landmarks, it’s the perfect starting point for an Italian road trip.

You'll find that motorhomebookers.com have trusted rental partners in Rome to help get your trip on the road. Below is a helpful guide to Rome and other destinations across Italy to help you plan your motorhome holiday.

Top 5 facts about Rome

1. St. Peter's Basilica, located in Vatican City and completed in 1626, is the largest church in the world.
2. The Seven Hills of Rome, which can still be visited today, form Rome's geographical heart and mark the city's ancient boundaries.
3. While it’s not entirely true that all roads lead to Rome, many of the major ones do, making it easy to reach outside cities and other regions in Europe.
4. The coins tossed into Rome’s famous Trevi Fountain, which amounts to roughly €700,000 each year, are donated to charity to help those in need.
5. With the help of the Autostrada A1, the oldest European highway, driving from Rome to Naples is a direct route that only takes two-and-a-half hours.

These highlights await you when you rent a camper van in Rome

The Colosseum, the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built, is one of Rome’s biggest attractions, drawing millions of visitors each year. Originally the grounds for bloody gladiator battles and wild animal fights, it was built to hold over 50,000 spectators. Today, you can tour the Colosseum with a guide and visit areas that were once off-limits to the average person.

Like the Colosseum, the Pantheon is a part of ancient history that continues to draw tourists to the Italian capital. As the most intact ancient Roman ruin, the Pantheon boasts amazing architecture and feats of engineering and is free to enter. It is close to other landmarks like the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain.

This makes Rome particularly suitable as a starting point for your road trip

With 25 million visitors each year, Rome is by far the city that brings the most people to Rome. But after a visit to the capital, the surrounding region and beyond will keep you engaged and excited to travel on a motorhome holiday.

Just a two-and-a-half-hour drive on the Autostrada A1, for example, will take you to Naples, the third largest city in Italy and one with a rich history and culture of its own. Just a little further southeast are other popular destinations like the preserved ancient city of Pompeii as well as the picturesque coastline and cliffs of the Amalfi coast.

Camper van rental: Useful information for your trip to Rome

To rent a motorhome or camper van in Rome, you must be at least 21 years of age. You’ll also need a valid driver’s licence and a major credit card to qualify for a rental.

When visiting the centre of Rome, you should be aware of ZTL zones, which are limited traffic zones not accessible by private car. You’ll want to avoid taking your motorhome or camper here. However, there are plenty of “Area di Sosta Camper", the official name for overnight motorhome parking, where you can leave your vehicle.

Rent a motorhome now and discover the region around Rome

A motorhome holiday in Italy isn’t complete without a visit to the country’s capital and most popular city, Rome. In fact, it’s ideal as the starting or ending point to an Italian tour, thanks to its accessibility; apart from its tourist attractions, Rome is home to Italy’s largest airport and numerous options for camper rentals.

To book your own camper van in Rome, visit motorhomebookers.com for pricing, dates and vehicle availability information.