Ostia (Rome) - Wikipedia
Ostia (/ ˈ ɒ s t i ə /, Italian:; officially Lido di Ostia) is a large neighbourhood in the Municipio X of the comune of Rome, Italy, near the ancient port of Rome, which is now a major archaeological site known as Ostia Antica. [2]
How to visit Ostia Antica (and why you should add it to your ...
2019年4月1日 · Discover how to visit Ostia Antica from Rome with this practical travel guide packed with information and tips on how to get to Ostia Antica, what to see and why you should add this wonderful day trip to any Rome itinerary.
Ostia | Italy, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica
Ostia, seaport of ancient Rome, originally on the Mediterranean coast at the mouth of the Tiber River but now, because of the natural growth of the river delta, about 4 miles (6 km) upstream, southwest of the modern city of Rome, Italy.
Ostia Antica - Wikipedia
'Ancient Ostia') is an ancient Roman city and the port of Rome located at the mouth of the Tiber. It is near modern Ostia, 25 km (16 mi) southwest of Rome. Due to silting and the invasion of sand, [clarification needed] the site now lies 3 km (2 mi) from the sea. [2] . The name Ostia (the plural of ostium) derives from Latin os 'mouth'.
11 Top Attractions & Things to Do in Ostia | PlanetWare
2023年12月25日 · Ancient Rome's port of Ostia, now landlocked five kilometers from the Tyrrhenian Sea, is Italy's largest excavation after Pompeii. Visiting Ostia from Rome couldn't be easier, whether you make the half-hour journey by direct train or with a full- …
A Peek into Ancient Rome at Ostia Antica - Rick Steves Europe
Ostia Antica, a 45-minute Metro/commuter-train ride away from Rome, offers ancient thrills to rival Pompeii (which is four hours south of Rome). Wandering around the ruins today, you can see the remains of the docks, warehouses, apartment flats, mansions, shopping arcades, and baths — all giving a peek at Roman lifestyles.
Ostia: the sea of the Eternal City - Italia.it
It is the favourite seaside resort of the Romans, thanks to its strategic proximity to the capital: indeed, only 32 kilometres between the centre of Rome from Ostia. And to the traffic on Via Ostiense, when the warm weather arrives, many prefer to take the train.