Mamma Mia! Family-Friendly Ostia Antica Ruins Visit with Local Tour Guide

Rome, Italy
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Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discovering the archaeological ruins of Ostia Antica is fun for the whole family! On this 3-hour tour you'll go back in time to the days of the Roman Empire and learn how this ancient port was once of great importance to Rome!
Meet your kid-friendly guide at the Ostia Antica ticket office, avoid the queues and enter with skip-the-line admission. Did you know, after the fall of the Roman Empire, the town was abandoned and buried for nearly 1,000 years? The incredible ruins you see today were rediscovered in the 19th century. As you walk down the ancient pathways, your guide will share stories about the remains you can see, how the early Romans lived and what they ate. Some of the highlights are: the amphitheater, fountains, the Square of the Guilds, the main square, public baths, the Forum, private homes and more.
Kids will be fascinated by the history told in a fun and educational way, that will leave them curious to know more. It's a fantastic day trip from Rome!

What's included

  • Skip-the-line Entry Tickets

What to expect

  1. Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Ostia Antica is an archeological site, which was once the harbour city of ancient Rome, located 30kms from the Eternal City, on the River Tiber. The town was abandoned and buried for over ten centuries until it was rediscovered and today you can see the remains of most of the city’s buildings before it was abandoned.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your guide at the entrance of the Ostia Antica Archaeological Site. They will be holding up a sign with your name on it.

End point

Please meet your guide at the entrance of the Ostia Antica Archaeological Site. They will be holding up a sign with your name on it.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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€214.50 per person
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
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