Ostia

Ancient Ostia walking tour

Discover Ostia Antica, once a Roman Empire florid harbor and now a wonderfully‐preserved archeological area. Get the chance to learn all you need to know about Ancient Romans' everyday life walking along the city streets and closely admiring the ruins. Your expert guide will show you the most important places, including the baths of Neptune, where you'll see black and white mosaics depicting Neptune and Amphitrite, the theater and the Forum, the city's main square. Continue visiting Diana's house and the Thermopolium, forerunner of today's restaurants.

Ostia Antica: Skip The Line Entrance + Audio Guide

Explore Roman history at Ostia Antica, one of the largest archaeological sites in the world. With an audio guide, wander at your own pace through this once‐busy port and trading hub from the Republican era. Follow ancient streets to discover well‐preserved sites. Walk through the ruins and admire the detailed mosaics inside the houses, remarkable artworks for their time. Continue your visit to the grand amphitheater, beautiful fountains, and sturdy factories. Explore the Square of the Guilds, the Capitolium, and the Baths of Neptune and the Forum. Stroll down the Decumanus Maximus and learn about the public baths. End your journey at the Baths of Neptune, where you can see a detailed mosaic of the Sea God in a chariot.

Ostia Antica Archeological Area Entry Ticket with Golf Cart Experience

Immersing yourself in the ancient wonders of Ostia Antica is like stepping back in time, and this exclusive ticket, with a golf cart experience included, makes it even more memorable. This journey takes you through one of the largest archaeological sites globally, offering a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of a bustling Roman port town.Begin your adventure with skip‐the‐line tickets, allowing you to bypass the queues and dive straight into history. Wander through mosaic‐adorned houses, public baths, and labyrinthine streets. Discover key landmarks such as the Roman Theatre, the Baths of Neptune, and the Forum, each echoing with tales of ancient Rome.Enhance your visit with a 45‐minute golf cart tour, ideal for those looking to cover more ground comfortably. This panoramic tour will take you through the highlights of the archaeological area, allowing you to soak in the beauty and history of Ostia Antica with ease. Your ticket also grants access to additional sites and museums within the park, including the Castle of Julius II and the Imperial Ports of Claudius and Trajan. To round off this unforgettable journey, explore these additional treasures at your leisure. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a distinctive educational experience, the Archaeological Area of Ostia Antica promises an unforgettable journey through Rome's ancient heart.

Rome to The Forgotten City: Ostia Antica Full Day Tour

Unlock the secrets of Ostia Antica with this unique half‐day tour. Gaze in wonder at the pyramid and explore Rome's majestic Basilica Saint Paul whose sacred doors guard their mysteries well. Then, take an awe‐inspiring journey through time within the archaeological park filled with the remains of the old harbor city, including old villas, taverns, baths, and even exotic marketplaces from ages past. Your guide will be able to provide an insight with old tales from the past.

Ostia Antica: Semi‐Private Half‐Day Tour from Rome

Travel back in time to the historic Roman site of Ostia Antica with this ticket, providing roundtrip transportation from Rome for an easy adventure. Join an intimate group of a dozen or fewer history enthusiasts for a cozy and engaging experience. With an open return train ticket, explorers can dive into the past at their own pace, soaking in rich history and the allure of ancient times. Led by an animated English‐speaking guide, the half‐day tour brings ancient Rome to life. Explore one of Italy's most well‐preserved archaeological wonders, where every brick holds stories from the past. Discover the historic Port of Ostia Antica, where tales of Roman baths, ancient roads, and bustling trade come to life.

Rome: Ostia Antica Private History and Highlights Tour

Discover a side of the Rome area that few other visitors get to see—and immerse yourself in extraordinarily well‐preserved ruin and artifacts—on a tour of Ostia Antica, Rome's ancient port city. With just your private historian guide for company, you'll enjoy a more immersive and personalized way to explore, and a chance to beat the crowds. Discover millennia‐old amphitheaters, mosaics, and other attractions that offer a passport to the past.

Kid‐Friendly Ancient Ostia Tour with Hotel Pickup & Skip‐the‐line Tickets

A 2.5‐hour guided tour will lead you into the ghost town of Ostia Antica. The old port of Rome will welcome you to an archaeological site where the customs of the ancient inhabitants of this strategic point of the Roman Empire will come alive. Trivia, colouring books, multimedia tools and much more will capture the attention of your children, giving them a fun and exciting experience that they won’t forget. Private pick‐up and drop‐off at your hotel in the center of Rome as well as entrance fees are included in the price!

Ostia Antica Entry Ticket with Audioguide and Aperitif Experience

Immerging into the heart of Italy, Ostia Antica is a mesmerising treasure trove of history and culture. On this tour, you'll gain exclusive access to the ancient ruins with a skip‐the‐line entry ticket, ensuring a seamless start to your adventure.Hop aboard a comfortable golf cart for a scenic and informative 45‐minute ride through the archaeological area. Marvel at the well‐preserved ruins of this once‐thriving Roman port town as you glide through labyrinthine streets, mosaic‐adorned houses, and iconic landmarks such as the Roman Theatre and Baths of Neptune.Then it's time to indulge in a quintessential Italian aperitif amidst the historic ambience of Ostia Antica. Savour the flavours of Rome with a selection of tantalising appetisers that will enhance your experience. Bask in the beauty of this ancient site while enjoying your meal. Embark on a journey through ancient Rome unlike any other!

Ostia Antica, The 'Pompeii of Rome': Private Day Trip by Train

Explore the amazing ancient port town of Ostia Antica, on a private day trip from Rome, just forty minutes away by train. Walk in the footsteps of the ancients as you wander around the now empty streets, step inside their apartments and villas, and visit the bathhouses, the necropolis, basilicas and town squares, fast food restaurants, temples, and even the public toilets in this vast archaeological park spanning over 10,000 acres, that some claim to be "better than Pompeii"! On your private tour you will:  Meet your guide in central Rome and travel together by train — the fastest way to reach the ruins; Explore the incredibly well‐preserved city of Ostia Antica (Ancient Ostia) the most important port town for the ancient Romans (now a few miles inland); Learn all about daily life for those who lived in ancient Ostia two thousand years ago;   Enter ancient homes, some grand villas,some smaller apartments, see the shops and restaurants, the ruts in the road from the chariots, the bakery – where you can still see the hoof marks of the donkeys in the flour mill; Explore the breathtaking amphitheatre – and imagine what it must have been like to be a spectator of an ancient show; See the basilicas and town halls, the fire station, the prison, and the amazing mosaics of Neptune in the old bathhouses; Learn about ancient Roman hygiene in the public toilets; Return to Rome with your professional tour guide. Once the ancient seaport of Rome, the vast 10,000‐acre archaeological site of Ostia Antica is incredibly well preserved and still being excavated by archaeologists today! Enjoy the peace, calm, and tranquillity of the countryside – and enjoy the shade of the umbrella pines just a short distancefrom the hustle and bustle of busy Rome. Walking around Ostia Antica, it is easy to imagine what life must have been like two thousand years ago. Your guide will paint a picture of the bustling streets and the farmers' markets as you step inside the fast food joints, the baths and various temples, the firestation, grand villas and more humble apartment blocks; you can visit the (very!) publictoilets and the townsquares, the bakery, and walk onto the stage of the amazingly well‐preserved amphitheatre, and really imagine the hustle and bustle of daily life. Transport yourself back to a lost time when people slept, ate, and lived here. Your expert private guide will help you to navigate this extraordinary ghost town and bring the ancient people back to life, as you wander around these evocative ruins.Please note: During the Jubilee Year, Rome is expected to experience increased visitor numbers and heightened security measures. While we strive to provide a seamless experience, some attractions may face last‐minute closures without prior notice, longer‐than‐usual wait times, or time restrictions on visits inside certain attractions due to crowd control policies.In such cases, your guide will expertly adapt the itinerary to ensure the best possible experience, using their local knowledge to navigate any challenges. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to make your visit to Rome unforgettable despite these unique circumstances.

Ostia Antica entry ticket with downloadable audio guide

Immerse yourself in a bygone era with an engaging visit to Ostia Antica, enhanced by a downloadable audio guide. This remarkable and well‐preserved ancient site in Italy offers a glimpse into the life of an ancient Roman port city. With your entry ticket, you'll have the opportunity to explore the remnants of Ostia's once‐thriving metropolis. From its residential areas and temples to its bathhouses and marketplaces, every corner is steeped in history.Take a leisurely walk through the Forum, Roman Theater, and Domus, where you can admire the intricate mosaics and preserved architectural wonders that stand as testament to Rome's past. The audio guide provides a deeper understanding of the city’s extensive history, from maritime trade to daily life and the dynamic culture of ancient Rome. This immersive experience promises to transport you back in time, offering a fascinating insight into one of Italy's most significant historical sites.