See Rome in a way you've never seen in before...by bike! This extensive Rome bicycle tour will bring you to the main attractions of the city as well some of Rome's best kept secrets. With a coffee break (where you can also get ice cream), no hills, and many stops at the various sights, this bicycle tour is for just about anybody; there's no need to be in top shape.
Your friendly tour guide will provide you with a bike and helmet, and you will then head to your first stop. This fun - filled Rome bike tour begins as you pass the Circus Maximus, arriving in the Jewish Ghetto, where Roman Jews, the oldest surviving community in Rome, once lived. As you look around, you will be told stories about the people who once occupied the area. Feel free to sample some local cuisine for a real taste of Rome. Continue over the river to Tiberian Island, which was dedicated to Esculapio, the god of medicine, in ancient times. You will cross Fabricio, the oldest bridge in Rome, to get to the island. Next, cross to the other side of the island, known as Trastevere, where you will learn about Roman culture and history.
Following your Tiberian Island tour, cross a 16th century bridge known as Ponte Sisto. As you cross the bridge, look out and see a wonderful view of downtown Rome. Your next destination is a medieval square called Campo di Fiori. Meaning "field of flowers,"ﾝ its name was first established during the Middle Ages when the area was just a meadow. A short distance from Campo de Fiori is Piazza Navona, a Roman horse - racing circus turned into a public space for residents. There you'll notice the Baroque architecture and famous monuments. From the piazza, cross the Bridge of the Angels, where you will cycle up to the gate of Castle St. Angelo. The building was originally used as a mausoleum, then became part of the city wall, and was then turned into a fortress. It is currently a national museum.
Continue your Rome Half Day Cycle Tour as you ride along the riverside. Enjoy the wind in your hair and beautiful views as you pass the Alter of Peace, a Roman monument dedicated to peaceful times. Follow your cycling guide and eventually arrive at the eastern gate into ancient Rome, the Porta Flaminia. Next, ride along Via dl Corso, lined with high - end shops, and see the Spanish Steps at the end of Via dei Condotti, Rome's most expensive shopping street. You'll also visit the Trevi Fountain, the largest Baroque fountain in all of Rome and one of the most famous fountains in the world. Throw a coin in the fountain so your wish will come true. After biking a short distance, see where the ministers meet and the official government business takes place. While you're in the area, you'll stop at the Column of Marcus Aurelius. Standing 30 meters high, this marble column is certainly a sight to see. Your comprehensive bike tour continues with a ride through the twisting streets and back alleys of Rome, bringing you to the Church of St. Ignazio on your way to the Pantheon. As the most preserved and historic building in Rome, the Pantheon is a must - see site. You will be amazed by its incredible architecture, specifically its spectacular dome, and its grand atmosphere.
As you travel to the Colosseum, pass Rome's newest monument, the Vittoriano. It was built to celebrate the unification of Italy in the early 1900s. Also visit Piazza Venezia, located in the center of Rome. Your small group Rome cycling tour then ends with a bang as you finish the Rome tour by visiting the Colosseum, the largest amphitheater ever built in Rome.
Just 3 hours long, this tour is action - packed and thrilling. You will enjoy riding through the city by bike as you stop to see some of the world's most famous places.
