For those who want more ruins and fewer crowds, this private tour of Ostia Antica is the perfect escape. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a personalized exploration of Rome’s ancient harbor city with your expert guide leading the way. From € 400
Language
English
Booking
Mobile Voucher
Expert Guide
Friendly And Professional
Duration
4 Hours
Group Size
Customizable
Step Into the Ancient World at Ostia Antica. Just outside of Rome lies the remarkably preserved harbor city of Ostia Antica. once a bustling port where ships arrived from across the Roman Empire and elites escaped for seaside leisure. Often referred to as "Rome’s Pompeii," Ostia offers a captivating glimpse into daily life in the ancient world, without the crowds or restrictions found at many archaeological sites.
Your journey begins at the city gates, where you’ll pass through a Necropolis before entering the heart of the ancient town. From there, explore a well-preserved Roman theater, wander through lively forums and streets once lined with taverns, shops, bathhouses, and elegant villas, and discover frescoes and mosaics that still echo with the stories of the people who lived here.
With open pathways and fewer barriers than most historical ruins, Ostia invites you to truly immerse yourself in its history. As you stroll through its silent streets, you’ll feel the rhythm of ancient Roman life all around you—less like a distant past and more like a city paused in time.
Meeting point for private or group option
Ostia Antica
Necropolis and Theater
Ancient Villas, Shops, Temples
Arrive back in Rome
Entry to the each site included in the tour
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.
