Where the Villa dei Quintili Is

The Villa dei Quintili (Villa of the Quintilii) sits in southern Rome, along the Via Appia, a few kilometers from the center and surrounded by the countryside of the Appia Antica Archaeological Park. The site is large and has two entrances: the main one is on Via Appia Nuova (the modern road), while a second access point lies on the Via Appia Antica side. Choose based on how you're arriving.

By Public Transport

The site is a little out of the way, but you can still reach it by public transport:

  • Bus from Via Appia Nuova: several lines stop near the main entrance.
  • Metro Line A (Colli Albani or Arco di Travertino) plus a bus to get closer.
  • From the Via Appia Antica side, the buses serving the road get you there, but the final stretch may call for a walk.

Either way, count on the last leg, on foot or by bus, taking some effort.

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By Car and with a Private Driver (NCC)

The area has a fair amount of parking near the Via Appia Nuova entrance, but the site is far from the center and poorly connected, requiring a transfer between modes of transport. With a private driver (NCC), the visit is far more comfortable: they drop you right at the correct entrance and pick you back up, perfect for pairing the Villa dei Quintili with the Tomb of Cecilia Metella and the Via Appia Antica, which would be awkward to link by public transport.

The Villa dei Quintili pairs perfectly with the sights of the Appian Way:

Tips for Your Visit

  • Pick the right entrance: the main one on Via Appia Nuova, the secondary one on the Via Appia Antica.
  • With a driver, you easily connect the Appian Way sites, which sit far apart.
  • Bus plus walking: by public transport, the final stretch takes time.
  • Bring water: the site is vast and offers little shade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the entrance to the Villa dei Quintili? There are two: the main entrance on Via Appia Nuova and a secondary access point on the Via Appia Antica side.

How do you get there by public transport? By bus along Via Appia Nuova, or from Metro Line A (Colli Albani/Arco di Travertino) plus a bus; the final stretch still calls for a walk.

Can you go by car? Yes, there's parking near the Via Appia Nuova entrance, but the site is out of the way: a private driver is more convenient for linking the Appian Way sites.

What pairs well with the visit? The Tomb of Cecilia Metella (often on the same ticket), the Via Appia Antica, and the Park of the Aqueducts.

Is it far from the center? Yes, it's in southern Rome along the Via Appia: better to plan ahead with the right transport or a driver.

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Article #650 · Category: Transport · Updated: May 2026