Tour Overview
Appian Way Walking Tour And Catacombs Of Rome In Small GroupDiscover one of the most fascinating and least explored areas of the Eternal City with our Appian Way and Catacombs of Rome tour, an experience that combines history, nature, and spirituality in a unique setting. This guided tour invites you to leave Rome's tourist center to explore some of its best-kept treasures, where the pagan and Christian pasts intersect.
During your walk along the Via Appia Antica, one of the oldest and best-preserved Roman roads, you'll walk on ancient stones surrounded by fields and ruins that tell the tale of the grandeur of Ancient Rome. Along the way, you'll admire monuments such as the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, the Circus of Maxentius, and the Mausoleum of Romulus, authentic archaeological gems that transport you back to imperial splendor.
The second part of the tour takes us underground, where you'll discover a less visible but deeply moving side of the city: the Catacombs of St. Sebastian, a funerary complex that preserves testimonies of the lives of early Christians in Rome. These underground tunnels, steeped in symbolism and devotion, offer a unique insight into the origins of Christianity in a time of persecution and faith.
If the Catacombs of St. Sebastian are unavailable, the visit will take place in the equally impressive Catacombs of St. Callixtus, one of the most important and extensive Christian cemeteries in the ancient world.
This tour of the Via Appia and the Catacombs offers a unique and comprehensive experience, perfect for those looking to discover another side of Rome, away from the hustle and bustle of the city center. Surrounded by nature, history, and spirituality, you'll connect with Rome's past from a different perspective, both culturally and emotionally.
An original, serene excursion full of discoveries, ideal for those who wish to delve deeper into Rome's legacy beyond the classics. A must-see to understand the city from its roots!
Inclusion
Exclusive Visit to the Catacombs of San SebastianHistoric Walk Along the Via Appia with our local guide in EnglishSkip-the-Line AccessHotel pick-up and drop-offTransport to the meeting pointEntrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusionsAny other service not specified
Imporant Information
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure timeIMPORTANT: Maximum punctuality is required, any delay may result in the total loss of the tour and cannot be refunded or modifiedIt is mandatory to carry a valid ID to show at security checkpoints. Failure to do so could result in ineligibility to enterIf you have booked for minors (18 years old) and for young people between 18 and 24 years old belonging to the European Union, please remember that you must carry proof of age and origin. Otherwise, without proof of age, you will not be able to take the tourNot recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditionsWe will visit religious places, so it is mandatory to wear long pants, skirts up to the knees and to cover your shouldersIMPORTANT: When uploading passenger data, the primary passenger information must match passenger 1Small Group Tours (Max. 15 pax),Portuguese,Skip the Line,City Tours,Colosseum & Roman Forum,Museums, Monuments and Attractions
Via Appia Antica 175, Rome 00179, Lazio, IT
In front of Appia Antica Caffé
Your local contact number is 00393391353300 and 0039 376 238 5032 (emergency number). I Need Tours contact is 0039 0697630256 (weekdays from 09:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) and 00 39 3408867832 (emergency number). For faster assistance, please contact the local number first. If you have any issues, feel free to contact our company’s numbers. The agent will assist you in locating the provider. If for any reason you leave the meeting point without following this procedure, you will be charged the full cost of the service (no refund will be provided)
Booking Policy
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the service. Cancellation with less notice or no-show will result in no refund
Child Policy