- Temple of Asclepius - The temple is situated in the middle of the small island on the artificial lake in Villa Borghese. At that time, in fact, reproductions of ancient temples and statues were realized as a decorative landscape feature. Enjoy to the utmost this romantic corner in Villa Borghese by renting a rowboat!
- Orologio ad Acqua - The inventor Giovan Battista Embriaco built this hydrochronometer (also known as a water clock) in 1867 and displayed it at the 1867 Universal Exposition in Paris.
In 1873, the hydrochronometer was placed in the Villa Borghese gardens in a fountain designed by the architect Gioacchino Ersoch. The water clock works 24/7.
- Terrazza del Pincio - If you are looking for points of interest in Rome, you shouldn’t miss the Pincio Terrace. Pincian Hill is not one of the Seven Hills of Rome, but it is a popular panoramic viewpoint among Romans.
From here, you can see the historic center and the Vatican from above.
- Museum and Crypt of Capuchins - Enter the Capuchin Catacombs, the audio guide will tell you the secrets of this place
(Only if you book: Villas with Catacombs)
- Villa Ada - Cycle inside Villa Ada. Learn about the flora and fauna of this beautiful park.
- Quartiere Coppede - Admire the beauties of Quartiere Coppedé
- Child bike seat for kids up to 20kg (upon request)
- Safety helmets provided
- Bicycles provided for the tour
- Rain ponchos available if needed
- Expert local guide included
- Bottled water
Rome’s splendid villas offer more than just park environments. On this tour, prepare to immerse yourself in greenery and numerous historical artifacts. This is a trip through history that unveils the multifaceted character of these gems, adored by locals and tourists alike, regardless of age.
Your hospitable and knowledgeable local tour guide will lead you on an amazing adventure through byways and lanes that are not easily accessible by car. You’ll uncover the concealed treasures of Villa Borghese and Villa Ada as you cycle at a comfortable pace, blending nature, art, and history.
Opt for the ‘Rome’s Villas with Coppedè’ tour to be mesmerized by the Coppedè district, or go for the ‘Rome’s Villas with Catacombs’ choice which includes an audio-guided tour inside the Catacombs of the Capuchin Friars. Be informed that reaching the Coppedè district necessitates cycling on roads not restricted to vehicular traffic. Participants should be comfortable cycling in areas with car traffic.
- The length of the tour is 13 kilometers (8 miles). The level is easy but it requires a minimum of cycling experience (intermediate with a child seat or child extension).
- Around 95% of this tour takes place in the Villa Borghese Park, Villa Ada and Tiber cycle path. There is no car traffic.
- Infants up to 20kg traveling on a child seat, come on the tour free of charge
- Children up to 139cm join the tour with a child extension
- Children from 140cm and above can independently ride an E-bike
- Riding an electric bike is fun and easy: whenever you start to feel tired, you can get a boost from the eco-friendly motor to overcome a hill.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
