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Rome Catacombs and Appian Way Private Tour 3 hr

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

AverageTop 48% in Rome

1 review · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Rome, Italy
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Catacombs of San Callisto, walk the ancient Appian Way, and see the Circus of Maxentius with a private guide.

About this tour

Leave central Rome behind and trace the city’s ancient history on a private visit to the Catacombs of San Callisto and the Appian Way. With an official guide, explore the underground burial chambers and learn why catacombs became a necessity in ancient Rome.

Then walk a stretch of the Via Appia Antica, one of the city’s oldest and most important roads, once used for military expeditions. Along the way, hear about the thousands of enslaved people crucified during Spartacus’ revolt. The route also takes in the Circus of Maxentius and a Roman aqueduct, where you can learn how its complex construction helped supply water to the imperial capital.

With transfers from and back to Rome, this three-hour tour connects striking landmarks with the stories behind them. Choose this Rome Catacombs and Appian Way private tour for a guided look at the city beyond its historic center.

Highlights

  • Explore the Catacombs of San Callisto with an official guide
  • Walk a stretch of the ancient Appian Way
  • See the Circus of Maxentius and a Roman aqueduct
  • Learn how catacomb burials and aqueducts shaped ancient Rome

What's included

Included

  • Professional guide
  • Transfer from and to Rome

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Important information

  • Arrive 25 minutes before the starting time
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals are allowed
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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1. Top 48% in Rome means it ranks in the top 48% of tours in Rome by this score.

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