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Beach

Beach, Ostia

 5 Reviews  This couple enjoyed the services of an outstanding masseuse right there on their lounge chair - sea breeze blowing - sun warm but not hot. Life is GOOD at the beach in Rome! 5 Euro for just your back - 10 Euro for full body massage! 

Piazza Umberto

Piazza Umberto, Ostia

 2 Reviews  Here in the quiet Piazza Umberto you will find residences, the Church and frequent art festivals on the weekends. People visiting Ostia Antica ruins often miss this delightful area of Ostia - right there by the ruins. 

Castello Giulio II

Castello Giulio II, Ostia

 1 Review  Built between 1483 and 1487 during the pontificate of Sisto IV, Cardinal Giuliano of the Rovere (future Pope Giulio II) financed the construction of the Castle and entrusted the work to architect fiorentino Baccio Pontelli (registration on the portale of access to the courtyard). The architectonic... 

Don't miss Ostia - the town by Ostia Antica

Don't miss Ostia - the town by Ostia Antica, Ostia

 icunme Says:  If you are fortunate, you will have an opportunity to see not only the Ruins of Ostia Antica; but also some of the culture of the local people.We happened to arrive as a festival was in progress in the Piazza - the formality mixed with celebration was, indeed, a memorable... 

Hotels  

La Scaletta

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Hotels  

Hotel la Riva: Accommodation in Ostia

Hotel la Riva: Accommodation in  Ostia, Ostia

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Nightlife  

Shilling: Best Venue in Rome

Shilling: Best Venue in Rome, Ostia

 undeclinable Says:  3 dancing floors with differend dj's and a lot of nice girls :) No shorts 

Transportation  

Rome to Ostia Beaches

Rome to Ostia Beaches, Ostia

 icunme Says:  faFrom Rome you enter the San Paolo (Pyrimide) or Ostia Lido entrance - they are side by side. Take one of the dedicated Ostia/Rome trains - they are new, air conditioned, and really pleasant. There are many beach exits. The Ostia center exit takes you to the private... 

Shopping  

Vendors along the beach: Goods Delivered to your beach towel

Vendors along the beach: Goods Delivered to your beach towel, Ostia

 icunme Says:  There is a fairly steady stream of vendors selling their wares along the beaches. 

Local Customs  

Swim in the Tyrannian

Swim in the Tyrannian, Ostia

 icunme Says:  You are on the Tyrannian sea here - not especially clean but most people enjoy the water. It is very salty and, personally, I prefer swimming in the many pristine lakes around Rome. 

Fishing - his way!

Fishing - his way!, Ostia

 icunme Says:  This guy was out in the surf for a good part of the day - gathering whatever in his homemade net. Fascinating! 

Beach activities

Beach activities, Ostia

 icunme Says:  You are likely to see paddle ball games all along the beach - all ages play - some are really good, like this serious senior who kept score. 

Residence at Ostia Village

Residence at Ostia Village, Ostia

 icunme Says:  Yep - we could live here - happily ever after - vines replace the white picket fence! 

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 Yep - we could live here - happily ever after - vines replace the white picket fence! 

 

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Q:  Hi We are flying to Rome and would like to stay somewhere close to the beach. We have 3 small kids and plan on staying for... 

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A: Have you thought about Riccione, it's about a 3.5 hour train journey from Rome (If you get a direct train from Rome to Rimini) It's a lovely toursit area and great for... 

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Rome's Beach - many entrances

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 Many popular beaches in Italy are privatized, which means that beach "clubs" get money from the city to take care of their part of the beach while we pay to use the facilities. You pay an entrance fee... 

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Ostia, IT

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 Lido di Ostia, the public beach, is the third 'Ostia' train stop when arriving from Rome. It's my favorite beach in the world because of its proximity to Rome. Most of Lido Di Ostia is lined with... 

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