Ostia Antica Private Guided Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Roman ruins
- Visit the well-preserved theater
- Discover the public baths
- Learn about Roman daily life
- Enjoy a private, personalized experience
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private guided tour of Ostia Antica
- Optional transfer from Rome to Ostia Antica
- Skip-the-line access to the ancient theater and baths
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Meet your local guide at the Ostia Antica ticket office and begin your 3 -hour guided walking tour of the site. Now a ghost town, Ostia was once Rome’s ancient port. Explore the maze of abandoned streets and buildings, enjoy the Baths of Neptune and admire the black and white mosaics of Neptune, Amphitrite, the theater and the forum, which was once the center of city life. Your guide will share insights into how inhabitants used to live. It’s a walk into history where you can experience life as it was during the days when Rome was an important port to the entire ancient world.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the availability of the optional transfer from Rome to Ostia Antica at the time of booking.
- Be aware that the tour involves walking over uneven terrain; consider your comfort and mobility.
- Check the local weather forecast and plan accordingly, as the tour operates in all weather conditions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Ensure you have a valid ID for security checks at the site.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
- Approximately 2 km of walking is involved in the tour with breaks to sit and enjoy the site
Traveler reviews
Just an amazing day with Maria. She...
<p>Just an amazing day with Maria. She was a true expert and was able to just us a much deeper understanding of the town and the Romans who lived there.</p>
Ostia Antica
Our tour started off difficult, as we found out that we had to find our own way to Ostia from Rome despite having indicated at the time of purchase that we wanted hotel pick-up. We were told if we wanted hotel pickup, it would cost us 130euro in addition to what I already paid for the guided tour. We figured out how to get to Ostia on our own, saving 115euro. When we got to Ostia, we met our guide Stefania. We were the only people being guided through Ostia Antica. Stefania was amazing! Her in depth knowledge of the history and architecture helped us visualize what this place could have looked like. We highly recommend visiting Ostia Antica while you are visiting Rome. Easy to get there: take taxi from your hotel to Porta S. Paolo regional train station. There is a direct train to Ostia Antica that leaves every 10-15 minutes. If you don't want to take a taxi to the station, there are several buses that can take you. In our case, it was three buses, thus it was easier to take a taxi. Round trip train ticket for 2 ppl was 12euro.
Very nice, leisurely day, but full...
<p>Very nice, leisurely day, but full of walking. Great guide, who gave us a historical perspective we hadn't had before! Well worth the time!!!!</p>
I joine a small group and the guide...
<p>I joine a small group and the guide was extremely knowledgeable about the ancient city. The ruines are awe inspiring when you try to imagine how it could have looked by in the roman times. The theatre and the baths really impressed me</p>