ROME GOLF FIELD GUIDE
Glide the Appian Way and Descend into Rome’s Catacomb Silence
A 3-hour shared golf-cart tour that pairs a scenic drive along the first stretch of the Appian Way with a guided visit to underground catacombs — practical for travelers who want concentrated history on a short window.
Glide the Appian Way and Descend into Rome’s Catacomb Silence.
This compact, three-hour golf-cart outing threads together some of Rome’s oldest roads and deepest stories: an optional stop at the Museum of the Walls, a drive along the first two miles of the Appian Way, and a guided descent into the city’s catacombs, all led by an English-speaking professional guide.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Scenic Stretch of the Appian Way
The tour covers a scenic drive along the first two miles of the legendary Appian Way, letting you experience the road that linked Rome to the south while riding the comfort of a golf cart.
Catacombs: Narrow Passages and Ancient Chambers
A guided visit to the catacombs takes you into subterranean passageways and chambers that reveal how law, faith, and burial practices coexisted beneath the city.
Walls, Circus and Tombs Along the Way
Stops include the Museum of the Walls, the Circus of Maxentius and the Tomb of Metella—each stop a different facet of Rome’s urban and funerary history.
What the day feels like
What the Experience Feels Like
Jump into a small, shared golf cart and move from the bustle of central Rome out onto the protected landscape of the Appian Way, pausing at monuments and then descending beneath the surface for a guided tour of the catacombs — all within a focused three-hour window with commentary provided in English.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour fits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs approximately three hours.
Meet at Piazza di Porta Capena, 2 (near Circo Massimo metro stop); the tour departs and returns to this point.
Bring sensible footwear for short walks and the catacombs’ stairs; one half-liter bottle of water per person is provided on the tour.
Catacombs: wheelchairs are not permitted due to architectural barriers (about 50 irregular steps down and up); the underground temperature is around 16°C — dress appropriately.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The golf cart tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting point and final return are at Piazza di Porta Capena, 2 (Circo Massimo – Metro Stop).
What is included in the tour price?
The tour includes an English-speaking professional guide, the 3-hour golf cart tour of the Appian Way, one half-liter of water per person, and the catacombs entrance fee with guided tour.
Are the catacombs accessible to wheelchairs or strollers?
No — wheelchairs are not permitted in the catacombs due to architectural barriers; there are about 50 irregular steps to descend and the same to climb, with no lift.
Are there any restrictions for children or pregnant women?
The golf cart tour is not suitable for children under 2 years and is not suitable for pregnant women.
Are the aqueducts included on this tour?
No — the tour does not include the aqueducts.
What is the temperature like inside the catacombs?
Expect the catacombs to be about 16°C; dress appropriately for cooler, underground conditions.