Ostia Antica - Port Of Ancient Rome Group Tour
Discover Ostia Antica, ancient Rome’s principal port. Built in the 7th century CE, this once-thriving port city was a crucial commercial and military hub for the early Roman Empire, as well as a holiday destination for the Roman elite. Join us for an up-close exploration of the ancient ruins and city streets of this legendary archeological site. This tour offers transportation by train and a local, expert guide. From €150.
Language
English
Booking
Mobile Voucher
Expert Guide
Friendly And Professional
Duration
4 Hours
Group Size
Max 12 People
This tour begins near Piramade,* where you will meet your local, expert guide.
Here, you will board a train to Ostia Antica.
Once you have arrived at Ostia Antica, your guide will bring you to the city’s picturesque Necropolis, an ancient graveyard for rich Romans who once lived in this legendary port city.
From the Necropolis, your journey will continue along Ostia Antica’s central road, and to an ancient Roman theater (Teatro d’Ostia), which once seated 3000 people.
Beyond the theater, you will have the opportunity to walk among Ostia Antica’s ancient shops, luxury villas, elegant bath houses, marvelous statues, majestic temples, and strikingly well-preserved mosaics and frescoes.
At the end of your tour, you will return to Rome by train.
*This tour begins at the Roma Porta S. Paolo train station next to the Piramide metro stop.
Expert local guide
Headsets for groups when appropriate
Transport to and from the tour
What's Excluded
Some temporary exhibitions and special events may be excluded
Food and drink
Gratuities
Translation to other languages (tour is in English)
Know Before You Go
Please check-in at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Tours will depart promptly at the scheduled time, and no refunds will be given for late arrivals or missed tours.
Proof of identification may be required, so please bring a valid form of photo ID for each guest.
Tours will proceed in all weather conditions, unless the site is closed by authorities for safety reasons. It is highly recommended to bring bottled water, sunscreen, a hat, and an umbrella.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and be sure to dress warmly in colder temperatures, and bring a cover for bare shoulders and knees inside any churches.
