Rome · CYCLING TOURS
The good cycling tours fill up weeks out and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they actually differ.
A 4-hour Rome e-bike highlights tour on quality Cannondale bikes, mixing the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi, viewpoints, and quiet lanes.
“Zac was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. He made the tour really memorable. Thank you vey much.”
Ride Rome’s Appian Way on a full-suspension e-MTB, pair it with catacombs and Roman food, then cruise the aqueduct park.
“A truly unforgettable experience. Iman was an incredible guide and also so helpful and friendly. If you can ride a bike, this experience is 100% worth it.”
E-bike Rome’s Appian Way, Aqueducts Park, and Catacombs option, on small-group Cannondales, from $85, 4 to 6 hours.
“It was the best part of my trip. The aqueduct park is so beautiful. It poured rain and still I loved biking around so much.”
Nighttime Rome e-bike tour with a Capitoline Hill sunset view, Vatican highlights, Colosseum at night, plus optional wine, cheese, and salumi.
“Excellent tour. Felipe was brilliant. Very personable and informative. We felt safe from the very start and the pace and route were perfect. Highly recommended!!”
Ride electric bikes along Rome’s Appian Way aqueducts and ruins, with optional Catacombs and lunch, led by a small English-speaking group.
“I did this bike tour with my 11 year old son and we both absolutely loved it! Lorenzo was a fantastic guide who relayed interesting stories along the way. He made sure everyone was happy and comfortable. The e-bikes were very easy to ride and operate. I loved getting out of the city and experiencing this scenic ride. There were many beautiful sights to see. Absolutely recommend!”
Ride Rome’s top sights on a 3-hour guided bike tour with a cruiser bike, headset audio, and big-name landmarks like the Pantheon and Trevi.
“Excellent tour - really enjoyed the cycle rides in between the stops, and the guide was very friendly and knowledgeable.”
Ride the Appian Way by e-bike, visit ancient ruins and catacombs, then watch Rome’s aqueducts from the Aqueduct Park on a small group tour.
“Super knowledgeable guide. Explained the many sites along the way and did so in an interesting way. The ride was through both city and park settings which was safe and fun.”
Guided e-bike on the Appia Antica and aqueduct parks, with optional Catacombs of San Callisto and lunch or aperitif in the 5-hour tour.
“We had an amazing experience on the Appian Way e-bike tour in Rome, even though it was pouring rain that day. Our guide, Alex, was absolutely fantastic. He constantly checked on us to make sure we were okay and comfortable, which made a huge difference. At first, I was really worried I wouldn’t be able to finish the tour, especially riding in the rain with my husband. But Alex gave me so much encouragement and confidence, and thanks to him, I pushed through and completed the tour. It felt incredibly rewarding and made me feel really proud of myself. Despite the heavy rain, the experience turned out to be even…”
Cycle the Appian Way by e-bike, see aqueducts and catacombs, plus a traditional countryside meal. Small group, English guide.
“This is a wonderful activity which gives a different perspective on Rome and its history. Fantastic experience.”
Rome sunset e-bike with Colosseum, Forum, Pantheon and Trevi, plus optional pizza, guided in English or Italian for 3 to 4 hours.
“Tour was fantastic! So glad we chose the night tour to avoid the mid day heat. Chris was our guide and was excellent. Very knowledgeable and extremely kind. He answered all of our questions and more..The e-bike was awesome! We had never rode one before and the 10km round trip was easy breezy! Highly recommend this tour!”
Private e-bike ride from central Rome to Appian Way, Catacombs, and Aqueduct Parks. Transfer included, small groups, 4.5 hours.
“This activity was the highlight of our trip. It was nice to see the countryside of Rome. The bike ride was fun and my legs were tired by the end. This was an awesome day!!”
Appia Antica bike rental for one full day: helmets and locks included, guided catacombs visits, quiet ancient road, flexible stops.
“The tourist information staff were very helpful and well maintained mountain bikes were provided with locks and helmets. We had limited time so didn't stop to visit the nearby catacombs but, having cycled 12Km to via di Fioranello, we took a detour on the return journey to visit 'Aqueduct Park'. Beautiful scenery, fabulous archaeology and highly recommend leaving the centre of Rome to enjoy the experience of cycling along one of history's oldest highways.”
Ride Rome after dark on an e-bike small group tour, hit iconic sights fast, and add pizza if you want an easy nightcap.
“We had the best time on our e-bike tour starting at 7:30! We had one evening to explore the city and it was fun and sooo informative. 10/10!”
4-hour Rome electric bike highlights tour with e-bike assist, guided stops at Colosseum, Trevi, and more along the Tiber bike path.
“Absolutely excellent. We loved it. So much of the city to be explored”
Appian Way e-bike plus catacombs and aqueduct parks. Pedal assist, small groups, tickets included, and a smooth shuttle start.
“Amazing! Laura was thorough, informative, educational, and an avid biker herself. Felt safe and comfortable. E-bikes are like new. Some biking knowledge is helpful. Roads are 2,000-plus years old. We were on the bikes for must longer than I”
Every kind of Roman day, and the best of each.
