Ostia Antica; Ancient Port of Rome – At the mouth of the Tiber... (tour images above)

The Port of Ancient Rome (Ostia Antica) is truly a place where you can touch, climb and play! Conveniently situated half an hour from central Rome it makes for a fascinating and relaxing half day out of the city.

From the ticket office, the walking tour of Ostia Antica proceeds along the necropolis of the city to the Decumanus Maximus (main street) which is lined with the remains of shops, food stalls and warehouses which help create a vibrant idea of ancient times. Our English speaking tour though the Port of Rome takes in the Baths of Neptune, boasting excellent views of the surrounding town. The main Theatre of Ostia with its tiers and curved seating helps us to experience an auditorium from ancient times fit for Pavarotti. The nearby Forum of the Corporations preserves floor mosaics of the various guilds once active in the city. Entering an ancient tenement, climbing to the third level in order to have command of the ruins, you will see that Ostia Antica is truly a place where you can touch, climb and play!

Visit a thermopoliym or 'pub', with its marble counter tops and wall paintings showing the food on offer, it is hard to believe that this well preserved tavern is over 1,900 years old! Our Ostia Antica tour guide reveals public spaces, bakeries, places of worship, private villas, bath houses (plus latrines -- but not for current use!) Ostia Antica is in some ways better preserved than Pompeii and definitely much quieter.

On the coast of the Mediterranean, the many leafy areas give a sense of pleasant parkland. A well situated in & outdoor cafe / restaurant in statuesque surroundings (literally), makes for a perfect place to reflect on what has been seen. This journey through the Ancient Port of Rome is a walking tour you will never forget!

Things you will see -

Decumanus Maximus, Baths of Neptune, Theater of Ostia, Forum of the Corporations, Castrum, Thermopoliym

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Touring Privately

When Touring Privately you have your own private guide, just for you and your family. Move at your own pace and let the guide concentrate solely on you. This experience makes for something quite special.

When booking this private tour, we ask 80 euro as a deposit and confirmation of your booking.

Half day trip from Rome with private chauffeur

Would you like to make your way to Ostia Antica in style with a with a private chauffeur? We will have a driver and our guide waiting at your hotel to bring you the 26km (16miles) drive to Ostia Antica where you will set off on foot to begin the tour. At the end of the visit, sit, refresh and relax in the outdoor cafe well situated in the ruins before your return trip to Rome. All of the vehicles are spacious, comfortable and air conditioned, ensuring a relaxing ride.

When booking this private tour, we ask 80 euro as a deposit and confirmation of your booking.

Please mention 'Chauffeur' in the special requests section when booking.

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More Info...

*Ostia Antica Entrance Fee: €6.50 (General), €2 (Children and Seniors)
*Please note: Entrance fees are separate from the cost of the tour and payable on the day of the visit.

Meeting Point: Outside of the "Piramide" Metro Stop. Full details and map will be included in a confirmation email.

Meeting Time: 10:00am; if you wish to begin at a different hour please specify in the 'special requests' section.

Arriving by train: At no additional charge, our tour guide in Rome will meet you at the Metro / Subway stop 'PIRAMIDE' and bring you to Ostia Antica by train.

Dress Code: Comfortable walking shoes!

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