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The 15 Best Ancient Rome Tours

18 reviewed

From the amphitheatre to the aqueducts, this is ancient Rome pulled into a single itinerary. Here are the best ancient Rome tours: what each covers beyond the Colosseum, which head out along the Appian Way, how long they run and what they cost.

Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour

Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour - Meeting Point at Via dei Fori Imperiali: Plan for a Tight 3 Hours

1.Colosseum: Underground and Ancient Rome Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12,691 reviews · 3 hours · from $160Our pick

3-hour guided Colosseum tour with Forum, Palatine Hill, Underground access, and arena floor. Hear stories with headsets.

“Loved learning about the history of the Roman Forum, Palentine Hill and the Colleseum. An amazing job has been done restoring the Collaseum to compliment the explanations being given by the hide allowing an immersive experience of what it would have been like in the times of the arena shows. Excellent knowledge and explanations by local guides.”

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Rome: Colosseum, Ancient Rome Tour or Self AudioGuided Tour

Rome: Colosseum, Ancient Rome Tour or Self AudioGuided Tour - Fast Track Check In and Timed Entry: Beat the Friction

2.Colosseum, Ancient Rome Tour or Self AudioGuided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,866 reviews · from $39Best value

Fast-track Colosseum access with an expert guide or audio at your pace, plus Roman Forum and Palatine Hill tickets for 24 hours.

“Relatively easy to find the office. Easy check in. Very knowledgeable guide. Only downside it closed at 4.15pm which we were not aware of so only had just over an hour inside. Definitely worth doing.”

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Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

Rome: Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour - The Real Deal on Ride Distance, Terrain, and Timing

3.Appian Way, Catacombs, & Roman Aqueducts E-bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,421 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $85

Ride Rome’s Appian Way by e-bike, see colossal aqueducts in Parco degli Acquedotti, and add optional Catacombs on a small-group tour.

“Arina was an excellent guide and kept us feeling safe on the Roman roads. It was a well paced tour with time to see plenty of sights without feeling we were rushing.”

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Rome:Appian Way E-bike Tour with Catacombs, Aqueducts & Food

Rome:Appian Way E-bike Tour with Catacombs, Aqueducts & Food - The e-bike you ride, and why full suspension matters here

4.Appian Way E-bike Tour with Catacombs, Aqueducts & Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,210 reviews · from $96

Cycle the Appian Way by electric full-suspension bike, visit catacombs, see aqueducts, and enjoy local food on a small 5-hour tour.

“Our tour was amazing. Bruno is extremely knowledgeable about the area we rode. He took us on trails we likely would not have found on our own. The catacombs were great. The ride down the old Appian Way was breathtaking. At no time did we feel unsafe on any roads we had to ride to get to our next spot. We had an amazing lunch along the way. We would do this again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend you do this activity.”

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Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (Catacombs & Lunch Option)

Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (Catacombs & Lunch Option) - Where you start near the Colosseum, and how the bikes work

5.Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (Catacombs & Lunch Option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 975 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $78Top rated

E-bike your way from Porta San Sebastiano along the Appian Way past aqueducts, ruins, parks, and optional Catacombs with lunch.

“I have done this activity previously . I feel it’s very refreshing to go outside the city away from crowds and spend few hours while exercising your leg muscles .”

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Rome: Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs Tour

Rome: Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs Tour - Meeting at Piramide, then getting comfortable fast

6.Appian Way, Aqueducts, and Catacombs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 942 reviews · 3h 15m · from $64

Walk Rome’s oldest road, see Cecilia Metella and towering aqueducts, then visit catacombs at closing time with small-group comfort.

“Federico, our guide, was simply the best! He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and very entertaining. He has a great sense of humor and welcomed questions from the guests. I would absolutely recommend this tour!!”

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Rome: Caracalla Baths & Circus Maximus — Private or Shared

Rome: Caracalla Baths & Circus Maximus — Private or Shared - Meeting up at Circo Massimo and getting your timing right

7.Caracalla Baths & Circus Maximus — Private or Shared

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 835 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $77

Rome: guided Caracalla Baths and Circus Maximus in 1.5 hours, small groups up to 10, headsets, skip lines, from $77.

“The venue was amazing as it was brought to life by our guide Chiara who was so very knowledgeable and entertaining and it was nice to go somewhere that was slightly off the beaten track and less crowded and more peaceful than other parts of Rome. It was 10 out of ten!”

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Rome: Colosseum Arena Access and Ancient Rome Guided Tour

Rome: Colosseum Arena Access and Ancient Rome Guided Tour - Roman Vacations meeting point and the rhythm of the tour

8.Colosseum Arena Access and Ancient Rome Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 774 reviews · 3 - 3.5 hours · from $94

Get arena floor access at the Colosseum, then tour the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with an English guide in a tight 3 to 3.5-hour loop.

“Our tour guide, Angela, was kind, interesting, and knowledgeable. Learned so many new things I didn't know about the Colosseum, Italian words, fun facts, etc. At the end of the tour, she pointed out great authentic Italian restaurants in the area that weren't tourist traps. She even walked us to the vicinity afterwards so we wouldn't get lost. Found the best sandwich for only 4 Euros. On a solo trip right now with a friend but planning on bringing my husband and kids next year and would definitely book again. My one child who is a complete history buff will be in heaven on this one. I've also done many…”

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Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike

Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike - Catacombs of San Callisto and the Wednesday twist

9.Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 735 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $102

E-bike ride from Rome’s center to the Appian Way, catacombs, and aqueduct parks, with small groups and two tour lengths.

“This was a great way to explore the vast spaces of Rome city. Guide was great and bikes well maintained. I would recommend being a competent bike rider though, as need to navigate some rough and tight areas.”

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Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour Catacombs, Aqueducts & Picnic

Rome: Appian Way E-Bike Tour Catacombs, Aqueducts & Picnic - From Viale Aventino to the Aurelian Walls, Photo Stops Included

Rome: Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (UPG Catacombs & Lunch)

Rome: Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (UPG Catacombs & Lunch) - From Roma STARBIKE to Porta San Sebastiano: getting into Rome’s south edge

12.Appian Way Aqueducts Bike Tour (UPG Catacombs & Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 692 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $81

Ride Rome’s Appian Way and aqueduct parks on an e-bike, with optional St. Callixtus catacombs and a real Roman meal.

“This was an awesome tour - we really enjoyed it! Riccardo was an excellent guide, very friendly and helpful. He was very knowledgeable and provided good historical information on the Appian Way, aqueducts, and other historical landmarks. Appian way gate and tour of catacombs also really interesting. We enjoyed seeing parts and aspects of Rome other than the main tourist attractions. Delightful to get away from crowds and traffic. The bikes were good and lunch was nice. We would highly recommend this tour.”

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Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour

Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour - Entering The Colosseum: First-Tier Views and Arena Stories

Rome: Appian Way & Catacomb Sunset E-bike Tour with Aperitif

Rome: Appian Way & Catacomb Sunset E-bike Tour with Aperitif - Meeting at Ristretto 35 Bistrot, then onto the e-bike

14.Appian Way & Catacomb Sunset E-bike Tour with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 682 reviews · from $89

Ride e-bikes through Rome’s countryside on the Appian Way to St. Callixtus Catacombs and sunset aqueduct views, with aperitif snacks.

“Absolutely fantastic tour. Our guide Catia was so kind , patient, knowledgeable. We had a lovely group of folks on our tour. Food and wine was delicious!! I highly recommend this tour!!”

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Rome Catacomb & Appian Way Small-Group Tour by Golf Cart

Rome Catacomb & Appian Way Small-Group Tour by Golf Cart - Meeting At Via Urbana, 40, Then Rolling Toward the Appian Way

15.Rome Catacomb & Appian Way Small-Group Tour by Golf Cart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 681 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Cruise Rome by golf cart to the Appian Way and catacombs. Small-group, English guide, tickets and headsets included for a 3-hour mix.

“We took the Rome Catacomb and Appian Way Small-Group Tour by Golf Cart with Wheel Tours and it was absolutely fantastic! Our guide, Arvin, was friendly, knowledgeable, funny and incredibly accommodating. He made the tour both entertaining and informative, sharing fascinating stories and history along the way. Arvin went above and beyond…even dropping us off at a location that was more convenient for us than the original meeting point, which was so helpful and appreciated. The Wheel Tours front office staff were also excellent…friendly, helpful and eager to ensure everything went smoothly and our needs were met. Highly recommend this tour and especially Arvin! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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