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Private Tour of Ostia Antica Rome's Ancient Harbor City

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Our private tour explores one of the most well preserved ancient Roman cities in the world in the company of your private guide. Started as a military posting, Ostia Antica became a thriving metropolis and blossomed into a very important trading city feeding into and out of Rome. This 2.5 hr. tour is ideal for visitors interested in seeing intact archaeological sites, giving them an insight into ancient life.

This private tour gives you the luxury of exploring what interests you the most. Your private tour guide will base the tour of Ostia Antica around your curiosities and interests.

What's Included

  • Entry tickets
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
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Viale dei Romagnoli
00119 Roma RM, Italy

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What To Expect

Ostia Antica

This private tour will take you on an adventure back in time into a once flourishing cosmopolitan harbor city on the outskirts of Rome. Thanks to the amazing preservation of this city, it is often referred to as ‘the better Pompeii’. This intimate tour will allow you to delve deeper into the famous Roman Empire and learn how trade and neighboring communities assisted in achieving its growth and wealth. This 2.5 hour tour will have you back to the city center in the afternoon with plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the day! Rome's Ancient Harbor City will give you a deeper understanding into the network that helped foster the success of the Roman Empire. With such accelerating growth, this major trade site allowed Rome to feed its ever increasing population and supply goods to its citizens. Ostia Antica is an archaeological wonder that will leave you educated and impressed, and is surely a site that cannot be missed!
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2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of Ostia Antica Rome’s Ancient Harbor City?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour of Ostia Antica Rome’s Ancient Harbor City?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Entry tickets.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Private Tour of Ostia Antica Rome's Ancient Harbor City is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of Ostia Antica Rome's Ancient Harbor City will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
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  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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