Roman Theatre of Ostia Antica loop from Ostia Antica

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Roman Theatre of Ostia Antica loop from Ostia Antica

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Roman Theatre of Ostia Antica loop from Ostia Antica

01:46

7.05km

10m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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711 m

Baths of the Cisiarii (Terme dei Cisiarii)

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Terme dei Cisiarii, built in the first half of the 2nd century AD, were probably associated with the guild of the Cisiarii (chariot drivers). These baths, located in the Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica, reveal fascinating historical details.

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1.30 km

Baths of Neptune (Terme di Nettuno), Ostia Antica

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Ostia Antica is the archaeological site of the ancient city of Ostia, the original port city of ancient Rome and possibly its first colony.

The name Ostia is derived from the Latin ostium, meaning "entrance; mouth," which refers to the mouth of the Tiber. The name Ostia Antica (Old Ostia) is used to distinguish it from the newly founded Ostia district in the 1920s. The modern district to the northeast is also called Ostia Antica after the excavations. Source: Wikipedia

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2.42 km

Mosaics of the Baths of Neptune

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The construction of the Baths of Neptune was financed by Emperor Hadrian and inaugurated in the year of his death in 138. The black and white floor mosaics date from the time of Emperor Antoninus Pius. In an adjoining room of the baths, they show Aphitrite, Neptune's wife, riding on a hippocampus and surrounded by tritons.

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2.66 km

Roman Theatre of Ostia Antica

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A first building was under Augustus towards the end of the 1st century BC. built. The theater was a grand structure for its time, seating up to 2500 spectators. Towards the end of the 2nd century, however, it was enlarged and its capacity increased to around 4000 spectators.
The theater's central entrance was remodeled by Ragonius Vincentius Celsus in the 4th century. He erected a statue of the Roma, which is still visible behind the east nymphaeum, and laid the basement of statues in the Piazzale delle Corporazioni, which by then was already in a state of disrepair.
In its heyday, the theater of Ostia Antica, together with the Piazzale delle Corporazioni behind it, formed a magnificent complex that housed the offices of the city's most important merchants and businessmen.
The theater building has been restored several times over the centuries, but despite the structural changes, it has retained its original allure. Today, the theater of Ostia Antica is used for numerous cultural events, such as concerts, theatrical performances, ballet and cabaret.

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3.96 km

Public Latrines at Ostia Antica

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The best deals were made on the toilet 😉

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4.01 km

Ostia Antica Archaeological Site

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Ostia Antica is the archaeological site of the ancient city of Ostia, the original port city of ancient Rome and possibly its first colony.
The name Ostia derives from Latin ostium "entrance; Mouth ", which means the Tibermündung. The name Ostia Antica (Old Ostia) is used to distinguish it from the newly founded district of Ostia in the 1920s. The northeast adjoining modern district is also called after the excavations Ostia Antica.

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4.57 km

Mithraeum of the Baths of Mithras (Ostia Antica)

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The Mitreo delle Terme del Mitra is a Mithraeum (place of worship dedicated to the god Mithras) located in Ostia Antica, near Rome, Italy. This mysterious place, built on the bases of Trajan's baths, has a fascinating history and is related to the cult of Mithras, a solar deity of eastern origin.

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5.04 km

Caupona di Alexander e Helix

Archaeological Site

5.36 km

Basilica Cristiana, Ostia Antica

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The so-called Basilica Cristiana (III,I,4) stands in the ancient city of Ostia. It is a representative building that was initially interpreted by researchers as a Christian church. However, more recent studies and considerations cast doubt on this interpretation. The construction was discovered in 1939 by Guido Calza. The building dates from the 4th or 5th century, older parts of the wall date from the end of the 1st or beginning of the 2nd century.

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7.05 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.14 km

1.74 km

156 m

Surfaces

4.29 km

1.79 km

675 m

204 m

< 100 m

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Monday 5 October

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17°C

87 %

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Comments

March 31, 2023,Italien: Ostia Antica

Ancient Ostia was founded in the 4th century BC. founded. It was the former port city of Rome. The ancient port cannot be visited here in this part of the archaeological park. The park shows a similar good idea of life in antiquity as Pompeii.

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May 1, 2023,Erkundungen durch Ostia Antica

Today we went to the excavations of the ancient city of Ostia, the original port city of ancient Rome. It was from here that Rome was supplied with goods of all kinds.
Many residential complexes, the shell of the Capitol, the Colosseum, a pub and many mosaics have been preserved. Very interesting and worthwhile excursion.

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January 6, 2023,ROMA. OSTIA ANTICA. Visita al Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica

A very interesting and highly suggestive visit to the Park... Duration approximately 2.5 hours!

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September 5, 2024,Wandelen in Ostia Antica

Just outside Rome you will find the excavations of ancient Ostia. Definitely worth a visit!

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April 27, 2024,Ausflug nach Ostia Antica - Roms einstiger Hafen 3.Tag

Ostia Antica is located about 30 km west of Rome and can be reached easily and cheaply by public transport from there, currently for a one-way ticket of €1.50. Ostia is one of the best-preserved Roman cities in Italy. 2/3 of the city is currently visible through excavations. It is quieter there than in Rome and you can take your …

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