A collection of fifty vehicles spanning from the 1930s to today, documenting the evolution of Italian police emergency services through iconic cars and motorcycles.
At a glance
The State Police Car Museum occupies permanent pavilions within the Fiera di Roma, showcasing the motorized heritage of Italy’s national police force. The exhibition traces the development of emergency-response vehicles across nearly a century, from post-war jeeps to contemporary patrol cars.
History
The museum’s collection reflects pivotal moments in Italian policing. Moto Guzzi Stradale motorcycles represent the force’s two-wheeled transport heritage, while the celebrated Alfa Romeo 1900 sedans—known as “panthers”—became symbols of the Volante rapid-response teams in the 1950s.
Among the collection’s most significant vehicles is a Ferrari 250 GTE from 1962, once driven by Marshal Armando Spatafora. Trained by Maranello test drivers, this high-performance car represented a unique chapter in international law enforcement—the only documented case of a major police service operating Ferraris of such caliber.
What you see
The museum displays approximately fifty vehicles arranged within exhibition pavilions. Visitors encounter jeeps from the immediate post-war era, mid-century motorcycles, the legendary black Ferrari 250 GTE, and Alfa Romeo saloons that defined the force’s mid-twentieth-century image.
Cultural significance
The collection documents the intersection of Italian automotive design and institutional history. Each vehicle tells a story of how technological capability shaped police operations, from mobility in challenging terrain to speed and authority on urban streets.
Key facts
- Address: Via dell’Arcadia, 20, 00147 Roma
- Coordinates: 41.85573766738562, 12.495392560958862
- Phone: 06 514 1861
- Official website: https://www.poliziadistato.it/
Practical information
The museum operates as a permanent exhibition within the Fiera di Roma venue. Hours and admission details are not listed in available sources; contact the State Police directly or check their official website for current visiting information.
Getting there
The museum is located at Via dell’Arcadia, 20 in the EUR district of Roma. You can reach it by contacting 06 514 1861 for directions and transportation advice.
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