Via Appia Antica: Cycle Through Roman History

Embark on an e-bike tour along the Ancient Appian Way and explore the Roman countryside. Discover historical sites, ancient aqueducts, and the beauty of nature while learning about the rich history of Ancient Rome.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Basilica San Sebastiano Fuori le Mura - The guide will greet visitors here and lead them on foot to the rental location.
  • Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) - Ride along Rome’s oldest road: Via Appia Antica.
  • Parco Regionale dell’Appia Antica - Cycle through the stunning Appia Antica park, passing by Roman ruins and other attractions.
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What's Included
  • Visit to Aqueducts Park
  • e-Bike and Helmet provided
  • Catacombs entrance ticket
  • Poncho for rain
  • Local Guide
  • Roma ‘n Bike Card for discounts
What's Not Included
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Located just about 3km from the Colosseum, there’s a must-visit destination waiting for you! Interested in exploring it safely, away from city traffic? Join us for a cycling adventure along the Via Appia Antica, starting from the section closed to car traffic, and ignite your sense of adventure!
This route beautifully blends the present-day golden fields…

Location
Basilica of St Sebastian Outside the Walls
Via Appia Antica
By public transport: Near the Colosseum or Circo Massimo metro, take bus 118 towards Villa dei Quintili, and get off at the Basilica di San Sebastiano stop. In front of Catacombs entrance (next to the drinking fountain), your guide will welcome you and will lead you on foot to the rental point.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Annmarie_f
Sep 19, 2025
Just do it! - It truly was an amazing experience. We are 57 and not in the best shape physically so we were hesitant. Hadn’t ridden bikes in many years. All you really need is a sense of adventure! The bikes do the vast majority of work for you and it is a wonderful way to see sites you would otherwise not see! Emmanuel was a wonderful guide - very knowledgeable, supportive and genuine nice guy! Highly recommend a tour with him!
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G4536bisarap
Sep 14, 2025
A fantastic bike ride along the beauties of the Appia Antica. - Yesterday afternoon my husband and I had this fantastic experience as a couple .our guide Matteo was very good told us many goodies and historical curiosities that we just did not know despite being Roman. We visited the catacombs of San Callisto and then we left for a long walk along the ancient Appia passing through the Appia pignatelli inside the fifth mile neighborhood the aqueducts park the park of the caffarella and then return to the Appia at the starting point. We concluded everything with a pleasant aperitif in the bar next to the bike rental together with our guide Matteo. Really really nice experience to repeat definitely. Advice to everyone and especially ask as a guide Matteo and your tour will be a unique experience assured. thanks guys I spent one of the most beautiful afternoons in my city.
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C6889nbarmandoa
Sep 14, 2025
A day between history and nature - Beautiful experience, guided by Matteo's mastery we retraced the historic street of Rome among a thousand anecdotes and wonderful historical finds. I highly recommend to spend an afternoon different from the routine outdoors, especially for the Romans!! Good guys, keep it up!
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Merry
Aug 30, 2025
E bike tour - Riccardo was a fantastic guide! Super knowledgeable and personable. The catacombs were incredible to experience, and the e bike tour was absolutely top notch! 10 out of 10 would do it again!
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Gregm118
Aug 24, 2025
Excellent way to see some amazing sites! - Excellent way to see 2 really amazing sites. Also to travel on the Appian way was a unique experience. Our guide was super knowledgeable and catered the tour to our needs.
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Malgorzata
Aug 15, 2025
The best bike tour - It was an unforgettable experience with which bicycle was laid on thousands of years ago. Simply wonderful and quite recommended. The rental was smooth and the contact quite nice and extremely accommodating.
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Guide20718717273
Aug 13, 2025
Contemplation, calm and history! Amazing! - Our guide was Matteo, and he was amazing on this tour! It was four hours (because we had to go back) of bike ride through amazing places, with excellent explanations and full of history about Rome. It was definitely a walk that was worth every penny and very much worth it. Matteo led us very carefully, patiently and calmly on this tour. It was not those walks that you had to walk running and not contemplating things (like most of the coliseum/Vatican), but rather a moment to have an appreciative look and, at best, in the middle of pure nature and Roman history. Obrigada, Matteo! Closed our days in Rome with a golden key!
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Camilafx235ei
Aug 13, 2025
It was too much! - Matteo was our guide and showed us a Rome out of the traditional script. In-depth knowledge, interested and fully dedicated. Worth too much! I would do it again and always indicate! Obrigada, Matteo! Sucesso!!!
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400kushalg
Aug 10, 2025
Roman history on bikes without the crowds! - Great way to see Roman history without the crowds. Alex ensured we had a great time and explained everything with great enthusiasm. He was super kind to our kids!
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Deinah_l
Aug 9, 2025
Fun morning learning... - Fun morning learning about the Apian way, and the aqueducts away from crowds and seeing the largest catacombs in Rome. E-bikes made the ride easy and Daniella our guide was knowledgeable, high energy and funny.
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From $88
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).