Bike ride along the Tiber

Bike ride along the Tiber river

During your visit to Rome, you’ve likely crossed one of the bridges over the Tiber. Why not descend to the riverbanks for a scenic walk or bike ride?

The Tiber riverbanks feature a long, peaceful bike path, offering stunning photo opportunities and a chance to experience Rome from a new perspective. Whether you prefer to stroll or bike, you’ll enjoy the tranquil ambiance and flowing waters up close.

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Access the riverbanks via the staircases near almost any bridge.

If you’re in Trastevere or near the Vatican, stop at one of the bike rental shops before heading to the river.

Choose your direction: head south to explore Trastevere’s charming alleys or go north past Castel Sant’Angelo toward the football stadium.

Relax, there’s only one path, so it’s easy to find your way back.

3 Local Tips

A bike isn’t required, it’s equally pleasant on foot.

Perfect for a morning jog to start your day.

During summer evenings, the riverbanks come alive with shops and bars.

Other tips

Castelgandolfo

Take the train to Castelgandolfo

Just a 30-minute train from Rome, Castel Gandolfo is a charming hilltop town overlooking Lake Albano, best known as the location of the Papal Summer Residence.

Roma Termini

Spring through early fall is ideal, especially for the garden tours and lakeside walks. But it's charming year-round, and quieter in the off-season.

Ariccia

Ariccia

Only about 40 minutes from Rome, Ariccia is a small town in the Castelli Romani famous for its legendary porchetta and rustic taverns known as fraschette.

Regional train

Year-round, but autumn is especially lovely—cooler temperatures, seasonal mushrooms, and truffles begin to appear on menus.

San Giovanni

Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano

A few minutes from the Colosseum, Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano is home to the oldest basilica in the Western world—and a peaceful, often overlooked slice of Roman life.

Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano

Any time of year. Mornings are best for visiting the basilica before crowds arrive. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable walking weather.

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