Rome: Private Golf Cart Tour of the Appian Way

Overview

Rome’s Ancient Wonders: Golf Cart Tour Along the Appian Way

Discover the wonders of Rome beyond its bustling center with a unique golf cart tour along the ancient Appian Way. This private experience takes you to the Museum of the Walls, inside Porta San Sebastiano, a gate of the Aurelian Walls, and, with the optional catacombs ticket, the 11:30 AM guided visit of the San Sebastiano Catacombs. Enjoy the convenience of a golf cart, allowing you to see more in less time while immersing yourself in the eternal beauty of Rome.

Highlights

Museum of the Walls

Built as part of the Aurelian Walls in the 3rd century AD, the Museum of the Walls offers a glimpse into Rome’s defensive history. The walkway on the Aurelian Walls is closed to the public for works: you visit the museum inside Porta San Sebastiano, but you cannot walk along the walls. The museum is closed on Mondays, May 1 and December 25. The Honorian-era walls (5th century AD) preserve archery slits, open arches, and staircases leading to lost control rooms. Discover fascinating medieval and 19th-century modifications, including rifle loopholes from the Roman Republic’s battles of 1848. Notable sights include a medieval hermit’s Madonna and Child fresco inside a tower.

Appian Way

Known as the Regina Viarum or “Queen of Roads,” the Appian Way dates back to 312 BC. Originally built for military movement, it became a vital trade route linking Rome to the East. Lined with ancient tombs and monuments, the road retains its original basalt pavement, offering a glimpse into Roman engineering. Over the centuries, it transformed from a pilgrimage route to a medieval village cluster. Despite decline due to war and looting, its ruins, including Cecilia Metella’s Mausoleum, still echo Rome’s glorious past.

San Sebastiano Catacombs

Hidden beneath the Appian Way, these early Christian burial sites reveal Rome’s underground legacy. Carved into volcanic rock, the catacombs served as sacred cemeteries during Christianity’s rise. Dating back to the 2nd century AD, they housed the remains of saints and martyrs. Intricate frescoes and inscriptions adorn the walls, reflecting the deep faith of the time. Used for religious gatherings and commemorations, these tunnels remain a testament to early Christian resilience.

Itinerary

• Departure from the City Center
• Visit to a section of the Appian Way.
• Museum of the Walls – Visit the museum inside Porta San Sebastiano.
• San Sebastiano Catacombs – optional guided visit at 11:30 AM, if you add the catacombs ticket (€12 per person) when you book.
• Return to the Historic Center

Please note: The museum does not have an elevator and there are several flights of stairs. It may be difficult to access for visitors with reduced mobility.

Duration: 3 Hours
Start time: 10:00AM

On Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (except in August), the first stretch of the Appian Way is a limited traffic zone, so on weekends the driver changes the route.

Important

• Please note that our drivers are not official tour guides. However, they are committed to providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience and will be happy to assist with your requests whenever possible.

Experience the historical grandeur of Rome with the comfort and ease of a golf cart, uncovering its hidden treasures beyond the city’s heart.

Price: €450 for 1–3 travelers; from 4 to 21 travelers, €150 per person. The optional catacombs ticket costs €12 per person.