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Private tour in Rome Alessandra S
Ostia: the Harbour City of Ancient Rome Private Tour
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Hello, my name is Alessandra and I was born and grew up in Rome - a true local! I graduated in 1995 with a degree in Art History and have worked in art communication ever since. In developing didactic projects I've collaborated with Universities, Museums and Government Agencies. Most importantly, I spent several years at the MACRO (Museo Arte Contemporanea Roma) followed by even more years at the Trajan Markets (Imperial forums Museum). So, as you can see my interests in art range from the far past to the immediate present. For the past seven years I've worked as a private tour guide and I love it. I believe a walk through Rome is a walk through time, from the earliest settlement on the Palatine to the still busy artisan neighborhoods, from the Christian churches to the Jewish Ghetto. I specialize in tailor-made tours for first time or repeat visitors seeking more in depth knowledge of the city. I enjoy working with families and children and have had great experiences with tourists who have mental or physical disabilities as well. ". . only in Rome do you really get to know Rome. . " J. W. Ghoethe Italian Journey, 1786-1788. Strolling through this ever surprising city aided by maps, drawings, photos and writings of each historical period, we'll penetrate and truly experience Rome! I am licensed tour guide of Rome with a degree in Art History . I spent several years at the MACRO (Museo Arte Contemporanea Roma) followed by even more years at the Trajan Markets (Imperial Forum Museum) In December 2018 I successfully completed the course: "Fundamentals of Extraordinary Tour Leading" I can organize a customized tours (full day or half day) with luxury private car and driver. I have no limitations of any kind and I can access any place of cultural interest and guide you in any of the languages I am proficient in. If my calendar seems full, don’t hesitate to contact me anyway. I may still be able to accommodate you. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. Please note that I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or port only through the driver. I will meet you directly at the designated meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.
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Life in the oldest colony of Rome
Overview of your Rome tour
Ostia was founded as a fortified post close to the mouth of the Tiber river at the beginning of the 4th century B. C. After the defeat of the Etruscan town of Veio It immediately became a river port, acquiring a commercial function to supply Rome with food stuff. The urban aspect soon changed and Ostia became a city of 150 acres where more than 50, 000 people lived. We'll enjoy the breathtaking views and aided by maps drawings and writings we'll explore the area: Roman theatre, Baths, public fountains, public latrine, barrack of Fire brigade, temples of different religions, the Forum (the centre of political life), square of the Corporations, the shops (butcher, bakery and mill, wine bar, fishmonger, laundry) the dwelling (House of Amor and Psyche, House of the Charioteer) More than 100 years of excavations rediscovered mosaics, frescoes, and amazing architecture. We will see a little and fabolus ancient Rome! Let's go!
Your Rome tour itinerary
•Necropolis of via Ostiense •Fire brigade barrack •The Theatre •The square of the Corporations •The Forum •Capitolium •Mithraeum: Temple of Mithras •The shops:, bakery and mill, wine bar, fishmonger, butcher/meat market, laundry) •Latrines •Roman baths •Houses: -insulae tenement blocks, (House of Diana; House of the Charioteer…) -domus, single family dwellings (House of Amor and Psyche) 3 hours: Ancient Ostia Tour 1 hour: public transportation with me (½ hour from Rome to Ostia and ½ hour to come back) Particularly suitable for kids. -The site is closed on Monday. -The itinerary can be customized according to your needs and requests. Please contact me for customization. -Please write me if there are people with mobility problems and if you use or need a wheelchair, the itinerary will be different. -Please bring a copy of your passport (paper copy or photo on your phone), the tickets are nominal and a copy of your documents must be shown.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking Tour -I suggest bringing a bottle of water and to wear comfortable shoes -During the summer, be sure not to forget a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses -During the winter, be sure not to forget a raincoat or small umbrella Public transportation from Rome to Ostia.
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Piramide, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Metro Piramide entrance Ostiense square Note: if you need a private transfer from/to your accommodation please contact me after your booking.
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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