Ferdinando was a wonderful tour guide. I have studied classics/classical archaeology and work as a professional archaeologist in the U.S. and Ferdinando was able to tailor my experience to my knowledge level and we were able to have in-depth conversations about the site. This is a great experience for an audience that already has a basic understanding of Roman history/archaeology
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bsm4
September 21, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent experience
Ferdinand’s was an excellent tour guide. He has a vast knowledge of Ostia and is very personable.
I will use him again and refer friends too.
A wonderful experience.
Beth & Dev M
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Kenneth_K
February 26, 2025 · via Viator
The tour guide was very...
The tour guide was very knowledgeable. Thought Ostia was fantastic. As promised, we spent three hours at the site. I wish I had booked a tour with at least four hours at the site. There was more of the site to see and a short visit to the museum would have been nice. But again, our tour was the three hours promised.
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laviniab693
June 10, 2024 · via Viator
Fantastico
Our guide Fernando and his driver Constantino picked us up and what a wonderful experience we had. Ostia Antica is a must do, especially with a guide a knowledgeable as Fernando
The site is better than Pompeii because is has no crowds and Fernando really brought the city to life It was not hard to imagine that we were walking the streets amongst the ancient Romans. Highly recommended
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Montserrat F
May 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Nice historical tour
It has been a very enjoyable tour of Ostia Antica. Our guide Fabio has answered our questions about the history of the city in a rigorous manner. Also about other centers of interest in the city of Rome. Highly recommended.
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Gordon_P
May 5, 2024 · via Viator
Excellent tour
Our guide Fernando was knowledgeable and allowed us to ask as many questions as we liked. He car was great and it was the best tour we have ever had (and we have travelled extensively)
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js839
September 18, 2023 · via Viator
Fast getaway from city
Tour guide was informative. If you want a quick get away from the city this is the tour for you. Left at nine was back by one. This place is great and so close to Rome. A little short but well worth it.
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Hi js839 and thank you for your review. We take them very seriously and as a chance to improve our services.
I'm glad the tour was well worth it.
About duration, this is specified on the product when you book it. The tour lasts 4 hours as advertised on the page. The driving time is 1h 30 min round trip, which means 2:30 h of tour in Ostia antica. Same duration of my Colosseum and Vatican tour. Obviously the tour can last hours in Ostia if not days, but my experience teaches me that 2,5 h is the right amount of time especially in September when the temperature is still pretty high and humid! By the way, should you come back, I'll be happy to customize the tour and make it longer.
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FLorraineB
May 28, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Private Tour of Ostia
The three of us truly enjoyed our private tour of Ostia with Ferdinando. Ostia is as impressive a site as Pompei and Herculaneum in many ways. And Ferdinando is an awesome and informative guide -- highly reccomend!
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Sergio V
September 28, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Magnificent city.
Ostia Antica is a wonderful place. Comparable to Pompeii. An extraordinary visit to the past. A city-port that shows us, clearly, how the Roman way of life was in its heyday: commercial, cultural, social. It is a must-see on any trip to Rome.
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V1042OPjohnr
December 2, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
A scholar and a great guy - the best guide!
Answered every question I had (I’m a biblical scholar- and he knew every detail I asked about). He was great at communicating before the trip, adjusted it to my needs, was thoughtful, and professional. Ferdinando helps you envision what life would’ve been like 2000 years ago, and took the time to provide lots of extra maps and illustrations which really brought the experience to life. In addition, he’s a great guy! can’t imagine a better guide!