Tickets to Ostia Archeological Park
Rome
Tickets to Ostia Archeological Park
2 hours
Get a peek through history at Ostia Antica, once a harbor city of ancient Rome
Get away from the crowds in Rome and explore the ancient port of Ostia at your own pace.
Admire the well-preserved ancient buildings, superb frescoes, and impressive mosaics.
You'll also find shops, public baths, and a large theatre, which is still used during the summer.
Entrance to the Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica
Price: €12
Booking fee: €2
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Located merely 30km away from Rome, Ostia Antica is a massive, 100-hectare archaeological park that was once a harbor city. During ancient Rome, the city grew significantly. Ostia earned its name ('os' translates to 'mouth' in Latin) thanks to its proximity to the river Tiber. When the harbor started silting up during the 2nd century CE, the city was abandoned and eventually fell into neglect.
With your ticket to the archaeological park, you get to explore the many excavations of this well-preserved city. These include a theatre, several houses, baths, and temples, as well as countless mosaics and frescoes. In case you start wondering where the sea is during your visit, remember that because of the changing coastlines, it is now a few kilometers away.
Tickets to Ostia Archeological Park
Stepping into the past with a ticket to Ostia Archeological Park, visitors embark on an immersive journey through time, where ancient streets whisper tales of Roman life. Crafted for explorers of antiquity, devotees of history, and seekers of hidden gems, this tour invites you to get away from the crowds in Rome and delve into the lesser-known port city of Ostia. Admire the well-preserved ancient buildings, superb frescoes, and impressive mosaics that line the cobblestone streets, each piece telling a story of its own. With comprehensive access provided by your ticket, you'll find yourself wandering through bustling shops, public baths, and a large theatre still in use during summer months. This enchanting journey weaves history and mystery together, offering memorable encounters to forge lasting connections while understanding that the echoes of the past continue to resonate within these ancient walls.
Exploring Ostia Antica's Ancient Streets
Visit Ostia Antica during the tour’s highlight segment where you can immerse yourself in the ancient streets, breathing in the air thick with history. As you stroll along the Via delle Corporazioni, admire the intricate frescoes and mosaics that adorn each shop front, reflecting the vibrant life of merchants and craftsmen from centuries past. The Forum Baths offer a glimpse into Roman daily routines, complete with heated rooms for steam baths and cold pools for refreshing dips. Marvel at the impressive Theatre of Ostia, still used during summer months, where ancient performances once unfolded under the starlit sky. This exploration of Ostia Antica’s ancient streets not only provides insight into the bustling port city but also invites you to step back in time and experience a slice of Roman life.
Admiring Ostia's Well-Preserved Frescoes
Experience Ostia Antica as part of the comprehensive itinerary featuring its well-preserved frescoes, each telling a story through vibrant colors and intricate details. As you wander through the houses and villas, you'll find murals depicting scenes from daily life, mythology, and nature, offering a vivid snapshot of Roman aesthetics and beliefs. The House of Diana stands out for its exquisite frescoes featuring the goddess herself along with mythological creatures, while the House of Neptune and Amphitrite offers a breathtaking underwater scene filled with marine life. These artworks not only showcase the artistic prowess of ancient Romans but also provide a window into their cultural and spiritual world.
Discovering Ostia's Public Baths
Explore Ostia Antica’s public baths included in the tour package, enabling you to experience the luxurious amenities enjoyed by Roman citizens. The Forum Baths are particularly noteworthy for their intricate design, featuring changing rooms, heated rooms for steam baths, and cold pools for refreshing dips. Imagine yourself as a Roman citizen enjoying these facilities after a day of work or trade in the bustling port city. Each area is meticulously preserved, allowing visitors to appreciate the engineering and architectural advancements that made such amenities possible during ancient times.
Tour Highlights
• Visit Ostia Antica’s well-preserved frescoes vibrant
• Experience Forum Baths luxurious amenities historical
• Explore Theatre of Ostia still used summer months impressive
• Discover House of Diana exquisite murals mythological
• Access ancient port city away from crowds authentic
• Wander shops and villas daily life scenes fascinating
Crafted for explorers of antiquity, devotees of history, and seekers of hidden gems, this journey delivers an enchanting voyage through time. Join this tour to uncover the lesser-known port city of Ostia, crafting memories that feel like stepping into a living museum where every stone has a story to tell.
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