Duration
3h 30m
Best Time
Any time
Price
€€
Walking
Moderate walking
About Appian Way Bike Tour
The Via Appia Antica, built in 312 BC, is the oldest Roman road still in use. On Sundays it closes to cars and becomes a cycling paradise lined with crumbling tombs, ancient aqueducts, and umbrella pines. Guided bike tours (€45-55, bike included) cover about 15 km round trip and stop at the Catacombs of San Callisto, the ruins of the Villa dei Quintili, and the circular tomb of Cecilia Metella. The cobblestones are bumpy but manageable on the hybrid bikes most tours provide. A completely different side of Rome.
Insider Tips
Sunday is the best day when the road is car-free. The Appia Antica Visitor Center near Porta San Sebastiano rents bikes independently (€5/hour) if you prefer to go solo. Bring water and sunscreen. The catacombs have a separate entry fee (€8-10). The further you ride from the city, the more atmospheric it gets.
Getting There
Address
Viale Aventino, 37, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Neighborhood
Colosseo & ForumNearest Metro
Skip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 3h 30m.
Appian Way Bike Tour is in the Colosseo & Forum neighborhood of Rome. The address is Viale Aventino, 37, 00153 Roma RM, Italy. The area is well-served by metro.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Parts are outdoors, so bring a light layer.
Nearby in Colosseo & Forum
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