1. The Catacombs of San Callisto.
The Catacombs of San Callisto were built after 150 A.D. It is one of the first place to see when starting your journey down the Via Appia. Dozens of martyrs and sixteen pontiffs were buried in a 12 mi. long complex graveyard.
2. The Catacombs of San Domitilla
Almost beside the Catacombs of San Callisto, The Catacombs of San Domitilla sits underground. Despite being built in the 2nd century, it is the best preserved Catacomb. It even contains bones!
Circus of Maxentius
Just halfway between the 2nd and 3rd mile marker is the Circus of Maxentius. Built between 306-312 A.D., the Circus is the best preserved of all Roman circuses, and it is second only in size to the Circus of Maximus in Rome. The only games