Phone
+34 648 000 033- Price from€133
- Duration3 h
- Group sizePrivate tour
- Guide languagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Overview
Explore the ancient Appian Way by golf cart, taking in the historic landscapes and sites of Rome's oldest road. This 3-hour tour, led by a local guide, includes a visit to the Catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano, where you'll delve into early Christian burial practices amidst volcanic rock. Choose between a private or shared experience to suit your group size, with minimal walking involved above ground. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those looking for a unique way to discover Rome's rich past.
- Tour duration: 3 hours with a local driver-guide
- Includes entry to the Catacombs and bottled water
- Private and shared options available, maximum of 13 guests
- Morning and midday departures; limited availability on catacomb visits
What's included
Admission fee
Hotel pickup and drop-off in central Rome
Private electric golf cart
What you will do
- Piazza Mattei
Departure point in the historic center, home to the 16th-century Turtle Fountain.
5 min
- Teatro di Marcello
An ancient Roman theatre later converted into a Renaissance palazzo, often mistaken for a small Colosseum.
5 min
- Circo Massimo
Rome's vast ancient chariot-racing stadium, with the Palatine's ruins rising behind it.
5 min
- Terme di Caracalla
A drive past the towering ruins of one of ancient Rome's largest public bath complexes.
10 min
- Porta San Sebastiano
The best-preserved gate in Rome's 3rd-century defensive walls, marking the start of the Appian Way.
Pass by, no stop
- Via Appia Antica
Rome's oldest road, begun in 312 BC; long stretches still run on their original stone.
Pass by, no stop
- Villa di Massenzio
The ruined imperial villa and chariot-racing circus built by Emperor Maxentius in the early 4th century.
5 min
- Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica
A striking cylindrical Roman tomb from the 1st century BC, one of the most intact monuments on the Appia.
5 min
- Catacombe di San Callisto
Guided visit — Catacombs of San Callisto or San Sebastiano — A guided descent into early Christian burial galleries cut several levels into volcanic rock (confirmed closer to your date; San Callisto closed Wednesdays, San Sebastiano Sundays).
45 min
- Stop 10
A 1st-century BC pyramid tomb built for a Roman magistrate, an unexpected Egyptian-style landmark.
5 min
Meeting point
Pickup: Pickup will be from the address provided during the booking within Rome City Center
End point: Circo Massimo Metro Station, Next to ViMi Restaurant
Important information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.








