Appian Way and San Callixtus Catacombs Guided Tour

Immerse yourself in the most historic and enigmatic side of Rome with this tour that combines the mysticism of the Catacombs of St. Callixtus with the ancient beauty of the Appian Way. You will start the tour in Via Cavour, from where a bus will take you to the outskirts of Rome, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

The first stop will be at the Catacombs of St. Callixtus, one of the most important underground cemeteries in Christianity. Here, your guide will lead you through passages that reveal centuries of religious history and funerary art, in an eerie setting that will connect you with the deepest past.

Afterwards, you will visit the Circus of Maxentius, one of the best preserved Roman circuses, and make a brief stop at the impressive Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, strategically located on the historic Via Appia.

The experience culminates with a walk along the Appian Way and an admiration of the Claudian Aqueduct, two jewels of Roman engineering that continue to amaze today. Throughout the tour, the guide will share fascinating details that will allow you to understand the importance of these constructions in ancient Rome.