Hike Along the Ancient Appian Way

Rome, Italy

5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the Appian Way, famously called "The Queen of Roads," on this half-day guided hike blending history and nature. Starting in S. Maria delle Mole, you’ll trek through ancient villas, Roman countryside, and historic landmarks, concluding near Circus Maximus. Suitable for fit adventurers, this hike offers 90 percent walking and 10 percent exploring, so lace up your boots, bring water, and get ready to step back in time.

Join a certified hiking guide and trek the historic Appian Way
Follow the path once walked by soldiers, merchants, and emperors
Pass Roman ruins, ancient villas, and quiet countryside trails
Begin near Termini Station and finish at Circus Maximus in central Rome

What's Included

Certified Hiking Guide in English

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup point

VyTA Santa Margherita
Stazione Roma Termini - lato, Via Marsala, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
The pickup point is outside a coffee place called "Vyta", inside Termini train station – right at one of the two main side entrances (Via Marsala)

Pickup details

From the pickup point, we will walk to the regional train that will bring us to the trail head at S. Maria delle Mole (about 20 minutes by train). Typically the train departs at 7am, so please be at the pickup point no later than 6.30am. You should already have purchased a train ticket at this stage. We will always get in touch no later than 24 hours before the hike, so make sure that your contact details are correct.

Meeting point

S.MARIA DELLE MOLE | stazione FS # f14060
00040 Marino, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
There is a very small train station with just one platform, called S. Maria Delle Mole. We meet directly on this platform, which is right next to the main road. The exact meeting location is right under the blue sign facing the street, with white letters, saying "S. Maria delle Mole".

End point

Circo Massimo
00184 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
The tour ends at Circo Massimo, right next to the subway station (Line B). There are also tram lines and busses.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)

5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

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Incredible experience

Lynda_R, Apr 2026

Just Wow!!! This was incredible, a mixture of nature and history. Sal was such an amazing guide, not only very personable but so knowledgeable on the history and all things hiking. I wish I could give more than 5 stars!!