Appian Way Tour: Explore Rome's Ancient Roads

Uncover the captivating story of Rome through the ages on our Crypts, Bones & Catacombs tour. Explore underground cemeteries and mysterious cults for an exciting and educational experience.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) - Stroll along one of Rome’s most ancient roads, bordered by historic ruins and tombs. With age-old paving stones underfoot, trace the route once traveled by legions, merchants, and adventurers.
  • Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella - Discover the influential family behind this monument and its remarkable endurance through…
What's Included
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Small group of 18 people or fewer
  • Air-conditioned minibus transportation
  • Entry to San Sebastiano or Domitilla catacombs
  • Expertly guided walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on a journey through history by strolling along the historic Appian Way, admiring ancient aqueducts, and exploring the Catacombs of San Sebastiano or Domitilla as the final visitors of the day for a serene, crowd-free experience. Travel comfortably in air-conditioned transport and gain valuable insights from a knowledgeable guide, providing an…

Location
Piramide
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets in front of the Piramide metro station, located across from Piazzale Ostiense.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Trail27194710783
Jun 10, 2026
Amazing tour - It was absolutely fantastic!! Our guide was fabulous- so passionate as well as knowledge about what he was teaching us!! I learned so much yet it made me want to learn more!
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Ftmelchor4
Jun 10, 2026
Catacombs and Aquaducts - Excellent guide, Antonellia. Very thorough explanation and showed us wonderful sites that we did not see in prior visits to Roma. Would recommend her to anyone wanting to learn some historical facts.
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Dreamer26174367191
Jun 10, 2026
Well worth 3 hr tour - Antonella was a fantastic guide. Very lovely, everything well explained.
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Marielg1301xt
Jun 10, 2026
Summer tour - Antonella was the best guide ever, great knowledge and very funny. The aquaducts are a must visit!
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Oregonmomof4
Jun 10, 2026
Beautiful Historical Tour Away From the Crowds! - Excellent tour of fascinating, historical places around Rome! Guide was AWESOME! so informative, kind, friendly and she told us such interesting info. The microphone/headsets were so helpful. Loved being able to see all these amazing sites in such a easy, comfortable way in the bus with a great guide and driver. Catacombs were incredible to visit. The length of the tour was perfect also, didn't feel rushed in any way and the group size was good also. Some of us at the back of the group did almost get left behind in the catacombs part of the tour when we wanted to see a fresco that the front of the group saw and they went on and turned a corner and we did not see which passageway they went. The catacomb guide (different than Walks of Italy guide) should make sure everyone is ready before leaving...it was one of the last things she was showing us, near some of the sealed catacombs. It was alarming for those of us who weren't sure which way to go! Thankfully we were still within shouting distance, but it did cause a flash of panic when confronted with many empty passageways in the dark! Overall, it was wonderful to see the natural beauty of the Aqueducts and Appian Way right outside of the city, and not having to be in crowds of people was refreshing! Was a nice getaway from city proper.
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Cameo_g
Jun 9, 2026
Wonderful experience. So... - Wonderful experience. So much history. This is a great tour to do and highly recommended. So glad we did this tour
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Shiraz_c
Jun 9, 2026
Great family tour in Roma - Very cool tour of the aqueduct, Appian Way, and catacombs for our last day in Rome. Aurelio was an excellent, chill, informative guide, great way to spend the morning with our family of teens and young adults.
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Janet_s
Jun 8, 2026
Great tour - This tour was wonderful, learned a lot about the sites we visited from Flavia our tour guide. Highly recommend this tour!
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E787tmluisag
Jun 8, 2026
Great - Chiara did an excellent job and knew all the information. Great tour!
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I7304sosamanthas
Jun 8, 2026
Catacombs Tour - Chiara was great!! We had an awesome experience
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From $68
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).