2-Hour Appia Antica Walking Tour in Rome with Ancient Roman Sites

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit Saint Sebastian Basilica, home to the original footprints of Jesus
• 02 Explore the Circus and Villa of Emperor Maxentius, famously featured in the film "Ben-Hur"
• 03 Admire the Tomb of Caecilia Metella, a remarkably preserved and imposing monument on the Via Appia
• 04 Step inside the Capo di Bove Bath Complex for insight into ancient Roman bathing rituals

Embark on a captivating journey along Rome's ancient Via Appia with visits to Saint Sebastian Basilica, home to the original footprints of Jesus, the Circus and Villa of Emperor Maxentius, famous for its role in "Ben-Hur," and the imposing Tomb of Caecilia Metella. The tour also includes entry to the Capo di Bove Bath Complex, offering further insight into ancient Roman life.

Depart from Saint Sebastian Basilica, where you will find the original footprints of Jesus impressed on the pavement, linked to Saint Peter's famous vision of Jesus.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Rome

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Walk the Ancient Appian Way

• Depart from Saint Sebastian Basilica, where you will find the original footprints of Jesus impressed on the pavement, linked to Saint Peter's famous vision of Jesus.
• The movie "Ben-Hur" was filmed here at the Circus and Villa of Emperor Maxentius (inside).
• The Tomb of Caecilia Metella (outside) is the most well-preserved and imposing tomb on the Via Appia.
• Visit the Capo di Bove Bath Complex from the inside, discovered 21 years ago.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Professional guide
• Maps

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Basilica of St Sebastian Outside the Walls, Via Appia Antica, Roma, Rome, RM, Italia