--- title: Ostia Antica Semi Private Tour from Rome lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 79 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.86 reviews: 271 duration_minutes: 270 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 15 of 75 (Day Trips from Rome) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/ostia-antica-semi-private-tour-from-rome/ --- # Ostia Antica Semi Private Tour from Rome **Guidekin's take:** Ostia Antica in a group capped at twelve with a guide who takes you into the theatre, baths, taverns and mosaics and off the main path where big groups cannot go. Site entry and guide are included at €79 per person, food is not, and the cheap local train tickets are bought at the meeting point with the guide's help. No large bags allowed inside. In our comparison: #15 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover the most important, ancient Roman city in Europe. Explore this once-busy port town with a small group led by an expert guide. Visit the awe-inspiring ancient theatre, baths, taverns, markets, and temples, to name a few. Admire ancient mosaics, statues, and artworks. Follow your passionate guide off the beaten path and explore places inaccessible to larger groups. Plus, a small group means you receive the guide's personal attention. ## Before you book - Meeting point: If you're using Subway/Metro, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: We are sorry, but we do not offer… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €65: ages 4 to 14 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €79 per person - Duration: 4h 30m - Rating: 4.86/5 from 271 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: E & D Guided Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-12 ## Reviews 4.86 from 271 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 262 of 271. - 5 stars: 251 (93%) - 4 stars: 11 (4%) - 3 stars: 4 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 4 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise knowledgeable guides and the quieter ruins, though some struggled to find their group **Praised:** - Knowledgeable guides explain the ruins through stories of everyday Roman life - Patient answers to questions and attention to individual needs - Small groups make the visit feel personal and allow more interaction - Well preserved mosaics and buildings help visitors picture the ancient city - Quieter surroundings than central Rome's crowded attractions **Complaints:** - Some found the meeting point clear, while others struggled to locate their group - Intense heat can make the visit uncomfortable Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-07-10 to 2026-09-23); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Experienced guide who will make your experience unforgettable. - Ostia Antica entrance tickets are included in the price of the tour. - Small group (12 people or less) makes this experience so much more enjoyable. ## Not included - We are sorry, but we do not offer food/drinks on this experience. - Private transportation - Train tickets can be purchased at the meeting point, Piramide Metro Station ## Itinerary 1. **Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica** (4h; admission included) - You will meet your guide at a central train/subway station and take a train to Ostia. The train is the best way to get there because you bypass all local traffic (train tickets price €3.00 both ways, not included). Discover the ancient site of Ostia Antica with a small group... ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point If you're using Subway/Metro, get off at the Piramide station and take the PIAZZALE OSTIENSE exit. Once you're outside, the meeting point will be on your left-hand side. The check-in begins at 8:30, we depart at 8:45. We use the train and cannot wait for latecomers. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJP1EE8CxgLxMReeKy5J0PZt0 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - You will need 3 Euro to purchase round trip train tickets. Both; cash and Credit/Debit cards are accepted. Your guide will provide you the necessary assistance. - Large backpacks and suitcases are not allowed in. - Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Rome | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #15 of 75** | €79 | 4h 30m | 4.86 (271) | shared | | [Premium Minivan Trip from Rome: Pompeii Tour & Lunch in Sorrento](/italy/rome/tours/premium-minivan-trip-from-rome-pompeii-tour-lunch-in-sorrento/?format=md) | €169 | 11h | 4.97 (402) | shared | | [Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Private Day Trip from Rome](/italy/rome/tours/pompeii-and-amalfi-coast-private-day-trip-from-rome/?format=md) | €550 | 12h | 4.98 (247) | private | | [Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio Full Day Private Tour from Rome](/italy/rome/tours/orvieto-and-civita-di-bagnoregio-full-day-private-tour-from-rome/?format=md) | €363 | 8h | 4.99 (163) | private | Ranked #15 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €42 to €1020, median €200; typical length 11h. 27 of 75 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/day-trips-from-rome/?format=md ## More in Rome - All Rome tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/ostia-antica-semi-private-tour-from-rome/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md