About this tour
Cruise the Ancient Appian Way by golf cart, then descend into Rome's underground Christian catacombs on this 2.5-hour guided tour. You'll travel the basalt-paved road emperors once walked, pass the Pyramid of Cestius and ancient gates, before exploring frescoed tunnels beneath the city. Hotel pickup and drop-off included, along with catacomb entry—a tangible way to see where early Christians worshipped in secret and understand Rome's layered past.
Highlights
- Golf cart travel along the legendary Appian Way
- Ancient basalt paving and imperial city gates
- Pyramid of Cestius monument
- Underground catacomb frescoes and inscriptions
- Early Christian burial chambers and worship spaces
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service
What to expect
Your guide collects you from your hotel and drives you to the Appian Way, where you'll board a golf cart for a relaxed traverse of one of Rome's most storied roads. The basalt surface and monumental gateways give a visceral sense of scale and engineering. After taking in the Pyramid of Cestius, you'll head underground into the catacombs—narrow passages carved into soft tufa stone, lined with burial niches and decorated with early Christian symbols. Your guide walks you through the network, pointing out frescoes and explaining daily life and death in the early faith community.
Good to know
Catacombs involve stairs and cool underground temperatures; wear comfortable shoes. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Some monuments may be under restoration due to the Jubilee. Water provided; bring cash if you want additional refreshments nearby.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.