After the war, Italy had to start up again ... and sold over 1.6 million scooters all over the world. Vespa debuted in 1946 at the Rome Golf Club, and it quickly gained popularity.

Rome, Italy—also known as the Eternal City—is ... Rome is synonymous with Vespa scooters. No visit would be complete without a ride on the back of a Vespa or sitting in a sidecar.