Ostia Antica is one of the most impressive archaeological sites near Rome — a remarkably preserved ancient port city where streets, homes, shops, baths and mosaics survive almost intact.
We offer two ways to visit: a premium private driver option with hotel pickup and return, or a great-value train option where your guide travels with you from Rome.
Choose the option that best fits your pace and comfort level.
Choose your transport option
Private Driver (Premium)
A relaxed, door-to-door way to visit Ostia Antica — Rome’s remarkably preserved ancient port city.
Your licensed guide meets you at your hotel, and a private driver handles the transfers to and from the site.
Total duration is 5 hours door-to-door. Pickup/return is included for city-centre hotels inside the Aurelian Walls.
By Train (Guide travels with you)
A great-value way to visit Ostia Antica, with your guide travelling with you from Rome by train.
Total duration is 5 hours, including return train travel and your guided visit. Entrance tickets are included.
Train/metro tickets are not included, as many guests may already have a valid ticket for the day.
What you’ll see in Ostia Antica
Ostia Antica was the bustling harbour city of ancient Rome — and today it’s one of the most impressive archaeological sites near the city.
Its streets, taverns and apartment buildings survive almost intact, offering a vivid slice of daily Roman life.
With your guide you’ll follow the Decumanus (the main street), explore side lanes and courtyards, and step inside remarkably preserved shops and homes.
You’ll also see highlights such as the Theatre, the Forum area, and mosaics like those in the Baths of Neptune.
Because Ostia is wide-open and crowd-light compared to Rome’s main sites, it’s one of the best places to really picture how the city worked day-to-day.
Practical info
Both options include a private licensed guide and a guided visit inside Ostia Antica.
Private Driver (Premium)
Hotel pickup and return are included for city-centre hotels inside the Aurelian Walls.
By Train (Guide travels with you)
Your guide meets you in Rome and travels with you by train to and from Ostia Antica.
Train/metro tickets are not included, as many guests may already have a valid ticket for the day.
What to bring
Comfortable walking shoes (uneven archaeological terrain).
Weather-appropriate clothing — much of the site is exposed.
Water, and sun protection in warmer months.
Good to know
Security checks may operate and large backpacks may not be permitted.
If anyone has mobility considerations, let us know in advance so we can plan the best pacing and route.