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Museo della Via Ostiense is a museum in Rome, housed in the former Porta San Paolo city gate. The museum was built in 1954 to illustrate the topography of the area between Rome and Ostia. Important finds related to the ancient Via Ostiense connecting route between Rome and Ostia and a model depicting the ancient city of Ostia can be found here. Furthermore, it contains numerous objects of daily life, marble and terracotta reliefs, sculptures inspired by oriental cults, Roman copies of Greek and Hellenistic originals, imperial portraits and sarcophagi, paintings and mosaics.

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Museo della Via Ostiense - Porta S.Paolo
Via Raffaele Persichetti 3
00154 Rome

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:00 – 13:30
Wednesday
9:00 – 13:30
Thursday
9:00 – 13:30
Friday
9:00 – 13:30
Saturday
9:00 – 13:30
Sunday
9:00 – 13:30

Closed on: December 25th, January 1st and May 1st and the remaining holidays.

Admission

0+Free

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Via Raffaele Persichetti 3, Rome

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    The Museo della Via Ostiense - Porta S.Paolo is a small but interesting museum located in Rome, Italy. It is housed within the ancient Porta San Paolo, one of the southern gates in the Aurelian Walls. The museum offers visitors a glimpse into the history of the Via Ostiense, an important ancient Roman road.

    The museum's strengths lie in its location and historical context. Visitors appreciate the opportunity to explore the interior of the ancient gate structure, which adds an immersive element to the experience. The exhibits, while not extensive, provide informative displays about the road's history, its significance in ancient Rome, and the development of the surrounding area.

    However, some visitors note that the museum is relatively small and can be explored quickly. The information provided is sometimes considered limited, and not all exhibits have English translations, which can be a drawback for international tourists.

    The museum is often praised for its affordable entry fee and the ability to combine it with a visit to the nearby Pyramid of Cestius. However, it's worth noting that opening hours can be inconsistent, and some visitors have reported finding it closed during advertised open times.

    Overall, the Museo della Via Ostiense - Porta S.Paolo offers an intriguing, if brief, look at an important aspect of ancient Roman infrastructure. It's a good option for history enthusiasts or those interested in Roman archaeology, but may not be a top priority for first-time visitors to Rome with limited time.

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