The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Ostia Antica, Lazio

Relive the glory of Ancient Rome with us on a guided visit to Ostia Antica in a Small Group max 12 people. Visit this once lively harbor town founded in the 4th century BC. Ancient Ostia is commonly referred to as “The Better Pompeii” due to the astonishing preservation of its buildings. You will stroll through ancient taverns, baths, apartments, groceries and theatres and their present condition so strikingly exceeds that of the Roman Forum, Imperial Forum and Pompeii, that it seems a misnomer to call them ‘ruins’.

Inclusions: Visit to the archaeological site of Ancient Ostia, 3 hours professional local guide, Small group tour max 12 people, Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan, Emergency number also operational via whatsapp, Hotel pickup and drop-off (central Rome only)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Tips

Discover the archaeological site of Ancient Ostia and its well-preserved ruins, witness of the power of Roman Empire! Our private guide will meet you directly at the entrance of Ancient Ostia and with him you will undertake a trip through the ancient ruins and history. In this 3 hours walking tour of the archaeological site, you will enjoy a quiet and less crowded place, led by an entertaining expert guide. He will disclose secrets and engaging tales about the coastal town raised by one of the founding fathers of Rome, Anco Marzio. Ancient Ostia was the main way through which goods came to Rome from the outer regions of the Empire and it fulfilled a vital function of exchange with foreigners. Ancient Ostia site includes a Roman Baths complex and amphitheater: explore the main archeological site and you will feel like going back in time.

Inclusions: Private local guide for 3 hours

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entry/Admission - Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica

We'll do together a walk through the Roman ruins in this old town. Its history, rich and fascinating, is witnessed today by the countless monuments that are worth visiting because in excellent condition. The first settlement can be traced back to the beginning of the 4th century B.C. Only at the end of that century a squared fortified encampent (castrum) was built. This military camp, called Ostia from the Latin word Ostium meaning "mouth of the river", was established at a distance of around 16 miles from Rome, as a military outpost to keep under control not only the access to the Tiber and the nearby areas, in order to defend Rome. The city was then surrounded by a new circle of walls that is traditionally attributed at the time of Sulla. The walls circumscribed an urban area of about 50 hectares which could be accessed through three main gates: Porta Romana,Porta Laurentina and Porta Marina.

Inclusions: Private guidance and assistance, "Skip-the-line" admission tickets

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation

Join this Ostia Antica private tour and see one of the best archaeological sights in Lazio. With your guide — an ancient history expert — you'll enjoy a full tour of an archaeological sight that rivals Pompeii: without Pompeii's crowds. Enjoy the undivided attention of your expert guide as you discover all Ostia's treasures. Train tickets between Rome and Ostia are included. You'll meet your expert guide in Rome and journey to Ostia Antica. In Ostia, you'll see all the evidence of the rich civic life of Ancient Rome. From the remains of grand Temples and bathhouses with glimmering mosaics, to the marvelous theater where plays are still shown today, Ostia Antica has it all. Your expert guide will take you to all of Ostia's treasures, and you'll see the grand villas and amazing frescoes most tourist's miss. Ostia Antica is a near-complete Roman town and you'll step inside ancient life during the Empire. Ostia Antica was Rome's port and much of the Empire's wealth flowed through here.

Inclusions: Skip-the-line admission, Full tour from an expert guide, Headsets for groups of 6 or more, Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Train tickets to and from Rome

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Relive a piece of ancient Rome history, immersing yourself in this unique archaeological site on an unforgettable tour. The tour allows you to visit in depth a good part of this extraordinary archaeological site that covers about 50 hectares, in which ancient ruins and nature merge to create suggestive landscapes. Founded according to tradition by King Anco Marzio in a strategic area from the military and commercial point of view, Ostia was the first Roman colony, port of the city of Rome at the mouth of the Tiber river. Along the way you will be able to observe the grandiose theater dating back to the Augustan era, the Baths of Neptune and its mythological mosaics, the remains of the imposing Capitolium that towers over the Piazza del Foro and the famous insulae and tabernae. A unique archaeological site in the world where it is really possible to relive the daily life of the ancient Romans in a chronological span of 8 centuries.

Inclusions: Local Judas, Guided tour

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The archaeological site of Ostia Antica is a magical place where adults and children can experience the unforgettable experience of a journey through time and learn about the habits, vices and virtues of the ancient Romans. We will discover together some of the most famous places of Ostia Antica such as the Theater, the Baths of the Forum, the public latrines and the Thermopolium retracing some passages of the famous books of the Roman Mysteries series set right in Ostia Antica and accopagnati by Flavia and her friends. Our family tour is designed precisely to satisfy the curiosity of the greatest and stimulate the little ones without tiring them too much. Get to know this fascinating place surrounded by nature and away from the noise of the city!

Inclusions: Local guide, Guided tour

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Ostia Antica is an archaeological adventure into the past. Join us on this fascinating RomAbout tour and together we’ll explore the temples, houses and edifices that made up this industrious Roman town while your guide reveals what life was like for its 100,000 inhabitants. With a group of no more than 8 people, there’ll be opportunity to quiz your guide and really take advantage of their expert knowledge.

Inclusions: Entrance ticket to the archeological park, Metro tickets

Exclusions: This tour does not include any food or drinks

First stop ist the remaining pyramid of the city, followed by the Basilica of Saint Paul. It is one of the biggest churches in Rome and contains one of the 4 Sacred Doors. Then the archeological park of Ostia Antica will be visited. We will see the remains of the old harbor city that kept the markets of ancient Rome filled with exotic goods. Baths, taverns, villas, temples and much more await to be explored.

Inclusions: Entrance to Ostia Antica, Tour Guide

Exclusions: Metro Ticket to Ostia

Discover the most important, ancient Roman city of Ostia Antica on this half-day tour from Rome. Explore this once busy port-town with a small group (10 people or less) led by an expert guide. Visit the awe-inspiring ancient theater, baths, taverns, market places and temples, just to name a few. Admire ancient statues and artworks at the museum of Ostia Antica (included in the price). Follow your passionate guide off-the-beaten path and explore places inaccessible to larger groups. No annoying head-sets on this tour, but rather a personal and interactive experience.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Small group

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

An amazing private totally accessible tour into the beautiful archeological site of Ancient Ostia, located a few km far from the city center of Rome, with private English speaking guide, and two dedicated assistants. Thanks to the special Wheely Trekky chair, the whole site will be 100% accessible, with no access restrictions to wheelchair users. *PLEASE TAKE NOTE that all our tours are on a private basis for your party, not in sharing tour with other people*

Inclusions: Wheely Trekky collect and delivery on site, 2 dedicated assistants, Private local guide at disposition half day walking tour , Taxes, On request: transfer service by minivan equipped with ramp

Exclusions: Meals, entrance tickets to pay on the spot by clients