Rome Audio Tour: Lost Legends of Ostia’s Ancient City

Above photo: MM, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Embark on the Rome Audio Tour: Lost Legends of Ostia’s Ancient City

A Roman port city lies quietly beneath your feet, its ancient streets echoing with the footsteps of merchants, senators, and soldiers who shaped empires and scandalized history. This self-guided audio tour leads you through Ostia Antica’s winding lanes and crumbling mosaics, uncovering secrets most visitors miss in the rush to Rome’s center.

What bloody event at the bustling forum nearly toppled the city’s ruling council? Why did the firemen of Ostia’s Fire Station become embroiled in conspiracy and forbidden worship? Who left a curious inscription in the bathhouse that scholars still debate today?

Wander past shadows where power games unfolded and everyday Romans gambled with fate. Follow hidden stories through evocative ruins and let the past transform how you see the present.

Plug in your headphones. The city whispers. Will you answer its call and unlock what others overlook?

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 59 minutes
• Distance: Around 2.2 km (1.4 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 30min
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including Ostia Antica, Temple of Bellona (Ostia), Capitolium (Ostia)

Experience the charm of Ostia Antica like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

🎒 What's Included

• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Ostia Antica's history to life
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

ℹ️ Important Info

• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Rome on your terms. It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

🎧 What is AllTours?

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Ostia Antica (3min)
• 🚉  Fire station (3min)
• 📍  Terme di Nettuno (Ostia) (3min)
• 🏰  Domus della Fortuna Annonaria (2min)
• 🛕  Temple of Bellona (Ostia) (2min)
• 📍  Diana's Block of Flats (4min)
• 🏛️  Ostia (ancient city) (2min)
• 🏛️  Capitolium (Ostia) (3min)
• 📍  Domus of Cupid and Psyche (3min)
• 📍  Baths of the Seven Wise Men (2min)
• 🌺  Garden houses (2min)
• 📍  Domus of the Nymphaeum (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Livioandronico2013, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Jean-Pierre Dalbéra, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: User:Jastrow, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: User:MatthiasKabel, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kaga tau, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  •  🇫🇷 French  •  🇪🇸 Spanish  •  🇩🇪 German  •  🇮🇹 Italian  •  🇵🇹 Portuguese  •  🇷🇺 Russian  •  🇯🇵 Japanese  •  🇨🇳 Chinese  •  🇳🇱 Dutch  •  🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  •  🇸🇦 Arabic  •  🇰🇷 Korean  •  🇸🇪 Swedish  •  🇩🇰 Danish  •  🇫🇮 Finnish  •  🇵🇱 Polish  •  🇨🇿 Czech  •  🇭🇺 Hungarian  •  🇬🇷 Greek  •  🇹🇷 Turkish  •  🇮🇳 Hindi  •  🇦🇱 Albanian  •  🇪🇹 Amharic  •  🇦🇲 Armenian  •  🇧🇩 Bengali  •  🇧🇦 Bosnian  •  🇧🇬 Bulgarian  •  🇲🇲 Burmese  •  🇪🇸 Catalan  •  🇭🇷 Croatian  •  🇪🇪 Estonian  •  🇬🇪 Georgian  •  🇮🇳 Gujarati  •  🇮🇸 Icelandic  •  🇮🇩 Indonesian  •  🇮🇳 Kannada  •  🇰🇿 Kazakh  •  🇱🇻 Latvian  •  🇱🇹 Lithuanian  •  🇲🇰 Macedonian  •  🇲🇾 Malay  •  🇮🇳 Malayalam  •  🇮🇳 Marathi  •  🇲🇳 Mongolian  •  🇳🇴 Norwegian  •  🇮🇷 Persian  •  🇮🇳 Punjabi  •  🇷🇴 Romanian  •  🇷🇸 Serbian  •  🇸🇰 Slovak  •  🇸🇮 Slovenian  •  🇸🇴 Somali  •  🇰🇪 Swahili  •  🇵🇭 Tagalog  •  🇮🇳 Tamil  •  🇮🇳 Telugu  •  🇹🇭 Thai  •  🇺🇦 Ukrainian  •  🇵🇰 Urdu  •  🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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