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Overview

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!"

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Exit the Train Station, cross the pedestrian bridge, walk till the crossroad, cross it and pass through the open gate at the junction walk left till the Ticket Office: I'll meet you there.

End Point

End point

We say goodbye outside the medieval walls of the Borghetto

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Parco 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.
Duration: 120 mins
2. Terme di Nettuno
A 1st century AD thermal baths with amazing mosaics
3. Teatro di Ostia
A perfectly preserved ancient roman theatre that dates back to the 1st century AD
4. Capitolium
Temple dedicated to major cult in ancient Rome
5. Molino del Silvano
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
6. Castello di Giulio II
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
7. Centro 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".
Duration: 20 mins

Inclusion

Snacks

Walking tour as described

Exclusion

Entrance fees

Everything not mentioned under "what is included".

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

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

Supplied by Rome Tours

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