Cycling in Rome 

When you want to explore the city of Rome for a day, you naturally want to see all the great things of this fantastic city. What could be more fun than doing that by bike? You are sporty, see everything fine and it also has a relaxing effect, because sitting in a car or bus all day is not ideal, let alone staying awake and relaxed. Moreover, you can cover more distance by bike than on foot. Cycling in Rome is the way to explore the city, especially if you want to see a lot in little time. 

Cycle in Rome along the Roman Forum, along the beautiful squares and see all the beauty that the Eternal City with its impressive history has to offer.

Which tour do you choose?

You can choose a tour where you see a lot of sights, but do you already know them all? Then it is better to choose an alternative, such as a panorama tour where the view over the city will be extremely surprising. Would you rather not have the hustle and bustle of the city and many people around you? There are also tours outside the center, for example on the ancient Via Appia and Via Antica. You will imagine yourself in ancient Rome. Without a toga, because that is just a little less practical on the bike.

A video impression of cycling in Rome by an enthusiastic tourist

Cycling in Rome with a Dutch guide

Dressed in your sporty outfit, including helmet, which is mandatory on a bike in Italy, you can explore the city perfectly. In a group, led by a local, who speaks Dutch, and who will show you the most beautiful and nicest places. The guides are well aware of the history of the city itself and can tell you all kinds of details about the sights. They take you to places the average tourist doesn't go, and from there you can admire the city. They also take you to secret places that only they know. Have you seen enough? Then they can lead you flawlessly to a terrace or restaurant.

Book

You can book the tours yourself in advance, which is necessary. But in our current digital age, that's so easy. You can always find a short description about the numerous tours that are available, so that you can choose exactly the tour that suits you the most. The offer is large, so don't immediately choose the first one you can find, but look a little further. Prices, start times and start locations are indicated, as is the duration of the tour. Many tours start in the center, in an easy-to-find location. The most favorite tour is the panorama tour, because it takes you to places that you probably would never have found on your own. Shhh, don't tell anyone!

Private tour of Rome

Don't feel like cycling with a larger group where everyone actually wants to see something different? Then book a private tour. You can indicate in advance what you want to see and do with the guide and he will do his best to meet your wishes as much as possible.

Many Dutch people enjoy cycling through Rome.

Is cycling in Rome dangerous?

But we can already hear you thinking… cycling in Rome, with those Italians who are not immediately known as the most amiable participants in traffic. Isn't that life threatening? No, that's not true in this case. The tours follow carefully mapped out routes, where possible you cycle on the street, but mainly through some back alleys where there is little or no traffic or otherwise just relax on the sidewalk. There are even certain parts of the center that are closed to traffic on Sundays, but where you are allowed to cycle. And the Italians also pay attention when they see groups of cyclists.

Cycling for young and old

Cycling in Rome is only a success for adults? Certainly not. There are also special tours for children from 8 years old, where they can pedal themselves and lose their energy. These tours are truly accessible to everyone. You can take small children with you on the back of your own bicycle. A bicycle with more gears, because you can regularly go up a hill (hopefully down a hill afterwards), or you opt, at an additional cost, for the modern popular version, the e-bike. Also recommended for older participants of the bike tour! This way you won't arrive at your hotel completely exhausted afterwards. After all, you are on vacation.

Different tours

There are a large number of different tours that you can take through Rome by bike. It really just depends on what you want to see and do. If you haven't been to Rome before, a tour of all the highlights is a good idea, but are you already an experienced Rome-goer? Then you can also choose a tour where you get to know the hidden nooks and crannies of the city. That will certainly appeal to you, and you will see something in a moment. We have listed a number of tours for you below.

Rome Highlights

This tour is highly recommended, both for those who have never been to Rome before, and the experienced Rome visitor who wants to make sure that they have seen it all. Or who just wants to go cycling in Rome, of course. Even most Rome fans haven't even done that yet. You will pass the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, the Campo di Fiori and the Spanish Steps, among other things. Of course this is not all and the guide will take you to many more places.

Not in the mood for yet another car, bus or metro ride? Take the bike. This tour lasts 3 hours, is suitable for young and old and everything in between and leads you along the well-known Rome Landmarks. We will not mention them, because you probably already know them. You will receive a Dutch speaking guide, who can show you all the beautiful places, and who can of course also give you tips about things such as cafes, restaurants, etc. Because a nice snack or drink after your effort will certainly be welcome.

During the Rome Bike Tour Highlights you will cycle together with the Dutch guide along:

• Colosseum
• Il tempo di Marte Ultore
• Mercati traianic
• Trevi fountain
• Spanish Steps
• La strada dei picturesque
• La porta Flaminia
• Il mausoleo d'Augusto, primo imperatore di Roma
• The parliament
• Navona Square
• Pantheon
• ghetto ebraico
• Capitol Hill
• Piazza Venezia
• Roman Forum
• Field of Fiori

Appian Way Tour

Have you seen all the highlights and do you want something different? Then do the Tour Via Appia. This one is not so suitable for beginners, because it is a bit of a stretch. Or rather, stairs. You leave the historic center of Rome and cycle along the Catacombs and remains of the Roman Aqueduct. This is of course not the only thing you see, rest assured. Take a look on the internet first, then you know what to expect. You drive for about 3,5 hours with a maximum of 15 people in nature outside the city, on the famous Via Appia, which dates back to the time of the ancient Romans. They used this road for the supply of army troops, you can now follow their route by bicycle. With a Dutch guide who will give you a lot of historical information.

Together with the Dutch guide you will cycle along:

• The Colosseum
• Thermal baths Di Traiano
• The Imperial Walls
• The Temple of Annia Regilla
• The Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella
• The Mausoleum of Romolo
• The historic Appian Way
• The remains of the Aqueduct
• The Catacombs (we're not going in)
• The Nymphaeum of Egeria
• The original road surface (2400 years old)
• The park of Caffarella
• Cracalla thermal baths
• Circus Maximus
• Remains of Roman Aqueduct

Rome Panoramic Bike Tour

Don't feel like seeing all the sights in passing, but prefer to take a look from above? Then choose the Panorama Tour. You start at a point in the center, cycle over hills and get the chance to see the city in a different way than the average tourist, namely seen from above. Make sure you have set the panaroma mode on the camera, because you will definitely need it. You get a great view over the most beautiful places in Rome, which you will definitely want to immortalize. The ANWB also recommends this tour. This one takes a bit longer than most tours, you will be on the road for about 4,5 hours, but then you have something. Did you think you've seen everything already? This tour will prove otherwise.

You cycle with the guide in a small group along these sights:

• The Quirinale Presidential Palace (overlooking St. Peter)
• The Trevi Fountain
• Trinity of the Mountains (view of Piazza di Spagna)
• The Pincio terrace (city view) and Villa Borghese
• The Porta Flaminia
• The parliament
• Navona Square
• Pantheon
• The ruins of the ancient Roman Theater of Pompey
• Jewish ghetto
• Campidoglio (panoramic view of the Roman Forum)
• Circus Maximus (panorama of the palaces of the Palatine emperors)
• The Aventine Hill and the Secrets of the Knights of Malta (city view)
• The Bridges of Rome
• Tiber Island
• Trastevere
• Castle Sant'Angelo

Student bike tour Rome

Again a tour of about 3 hours, and ideal for pupils and students. You pay a student rate (note: if you might want to bring your teacher, this is free). You start in the center, pass all the sights of the city and immediately learn some hidden city secrets. That makes your stay in Rome a lot more exciting of course. No problem if you didn't pay attention during the Italian lesson, you will simply get a Dutch guide with you. This tour is ideal for secondary, secondary and higher education.

During the Rome bike tour you will cycle together with the Dutch guide along:

• Colosseum
• Il tempo di Marte Ultore
• Mercati traianic
• Trevi Fountain
• Spanish Steps
• La strada dei picturesque
• La porta Flaminia
• Il mausoleo d'Augusto, primo imperatore di Roma
• The parliament
• Navona Square
• Pantheon
• ghetto ebraico
• Capitol Hill
• Piazza Venezia
• Roman Forum
• Circus Maximus
• Field of Fiori

Rome Private Bike Tour

Would you like to do a tour with a small group, starting from two people? Then opt for a private bike tour. This costs a bit more than the average bike tour in Rome, but then you can arrange the tour according to your taste, if you inform the private guide in advance. The English speaking guide will try to fulfill your requests so that you see what you want to see and get to places you always wanted to go. This gives the tour a personal touch and will be unique, because of course not everyone wants the same thing. A very suitable tour for young and old!

During the Rome bike tour you will cycle together with the Dutch guide along:

• Colosseum
• Il tempo di Marte Ultore
• Mercati traianic
• Trevi fountain
• Spanish Steps
• La strada dei picturesque
• La porta Flaminia
• Il mausoleo d'Augusto, primo imperatore di Roma
• The parliament
• Navona Square
• Pantheon
• ghetto ebraico
• Capitol Hill
• Piazza Venezia
• Roman Forum
• Circus Maximus
• Field of Fiori
• The guide is open to special requests during this private tour of Rome!

To Rome with Kids Tour

This is recommended if you also have children older than 8 years in your company. They can also cycle themselves at a reduced rate. For smaller children, you can get a free child seat. The tour is very similar to the Highlights Tour, but goes at a slower pace, so that the kids can keep up with it and not arrive completely exhausted. The guide can also tell fun and interesting information about the sights to the children. This tour is considered one of the most kid-friendly excursions in Rome.

During the Rome bike tour you will cycle together with the Dutch guide along:

• Colosseum
• Il tempo di Marte Ultore
• Mercati traianic
• Trevi fountain
• Spanish Steps
• La strada dei picturesque
• La porta Flaminia
• Il mausoleo d'Augusto, primo imperatore di Roma
• The parliament
• Navona Square
• Pantheon
• ghetto ebraico
• Capitol Hill
• Piazza Venezia
• Roman Forum
• Field of Fiori

Rome Bike Tour and Bike Rental

The Rome Bike Tour is also a discover-your-spot in Rome, because you not only see the sights but also discover the hidden treasures of the city. This tour includes a complete package, ie tour, bike and helmet are included. And including a guide who can not only tell you everything about the attractions, but also give you tips about cozy and interesting places in the city. After a nice tour you are definitely ready for a gelato, or a nice drink. Your guide will lead you flawlessly there. And did you get a taste of cycling? Then you can always rent your bike for a while longer than for the duration of this tour. And put on the naughty (cycling) shoes yourself and set off.

Got in the mood for cycling in Rome?

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Baja Bikes has, among other things, the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, is winner of the Vakantiebeurs Awards 2015 and winner of Best Travel Company 2015 Telegraaf. The guides are well trained and all speak Dutch.

Via the link below you can choose your preferred dates for your bike tour through Rome and book immediately. Most participants rate the Rome bike tour with Baja Bikes on TripAdvisor as 'excellent'!

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