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A small-group walking tour with local Roman guides
Step back in time on this 2.5-hour relaxed and engaging walking tour that will walk you through the streets and alleys of the ancient harbour of Ostia: the most important naval base of Rome in the imperial time.
Admission to the archaelogical site is not included.
The park, one of the largest in Europe, reveals temples, thermal baths, mythraeums, domus, insulae, diners, factories, defensive walls and a necropolis.
The walk continues beyond the archaeological park into the Borghetto of Ostia, a beautifully intact medieval citadel enclosed by fortified walls and dominated by a magnificent 15th-century Renaissance castle commissioned by Pope Julius II.
A tour is easy to reach by public transport or a private transfer.
A small group, up to 6 people, so that conversatione will flow nice and smooth.
Italian Gelato and small talk included to end the experience the italian way. The company of locals until the final: "Ciao, till next time!"
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Exit the Train Station, cross the pedestrian bridge and walk one minute till the crossroad
We say goodbye outside the medieval walls of the Borghetto
Itinerary
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1Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica
We will discover main attractions of the ancient city of Ostia, that was the most important harbour of the Roman Empire from the 4th century BCE to the 5th century AD. Admission fee to the park IS NOT included and has to be paid on site.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
A 1st century AD thermal baths with amazing mosaics
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
A perfectly preserved ancient roman theatre that dates back to the 1st century AD
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Temple dedicated to major cult in ancient Rome
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
An industrial mill that dates around the 2nd century BCE, where grain was transformed in dough and different kinds of bread were produced to be marketed both to Ostia and Rome
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
A perfectly preserved renaissance castle, commissioned by Pope Giulius the 2nd, to preside over the river Tevere as part of the defense system of Rome in the 15th century
Admission ticket free -
2Centro Storico di Ostia Antica
We will walk inside a medieval village that dates back to the 8th century AD, enclosed by medieval walls and a magnificent Renaissance Castle, the "Rocca of Pope Giulio II".
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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