Rome Shore Excursions
4 & 5* Rome Shore Excursions
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Civitavecchia Private Transfer: Rome to Civitavecchia Cruise Port
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 140.99
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Private Rome WOW Tour in 1 Day: Luxury Car, Guide, Tkts & Lunch!
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 7 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 742.31
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Civitavecchia Private Transfer: Civitavecchia Port to Rome
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 140.99
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Rome Private Tour with Driver: Colosseum and Vatican in a Day
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 7 - 9 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 782.08
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Rome 4 Hours Private Guided Tour with Pickup in Luxury Minivan
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 4 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 698.93
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Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Ship Port Private Transfer
Duration: 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 403.69
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Exclusive Rome tours, Driver & Tour Guide, Colosseum & Vatican
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 3 - 10 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 566.37
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Rome for First-Timers Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 9 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 458.52
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Rome Full Day Private Tour: Driver, Access to Colosseum & Vatican
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 7 - 9 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 782.08
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Rome: Private Transfer to/from Civitavecchia Port Van Mercedes
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 1 - 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 263.91
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Chauffeured Private Tour of Rome
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 430.38
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Civitavecchia Cruise Ship Port to Rome Hotel Private Transfer
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 402.49
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Half Day Tour of Rome
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 4 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 261.98
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Private Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome with Hotel Pick Up
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 3 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 468.76
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Private Transfer from the Port of Civitavecchia to Rome
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 1 - 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 150.63
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Private Double Wine Tasting Tour in Frascati - Exclusive
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 5 - 6 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 216.91
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Private Tour of Rome by Car
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 2 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 48.20
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3 hour Golf Cart tour of Rome with Gelato
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 3 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 167.50
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Rome Shore Excursion: Pre-Cruise Private Sightseeing Tour Including Civitavecchia Port Drop-Off
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 3 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 332.26
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Private Shore Excursion: Full-Day Civitavecchia Port to Rome Tour
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 10 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 710.98
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Best of Rome: Private Tour with Hotel Pick Up
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 3 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 480.82
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Rome Hotel to Civitavecchia Cruise Ship Port Private Transfer
Duration: 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 403.69
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Rome Private Tour with Official Tour Guide for the Vatican Museum
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 7 - 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 1099.01
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Sistine Chapel & Vatican Museums evening private tour with pickup
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 2 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 480.82
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Private Transfer Rome Fco to Civitavecchia Port
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 1 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 189.37
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Rome Airport Transfer & Pompeii Tour to Amalfi/Ravello Viceversa
Duration: 6 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 292.83
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Rome Tour with Drive Guide
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 482.02
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VIP Guided Tour Rome Colosseum, Vatican Museums, lunch included
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 964.04
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Civitavecchia Port Full Day Shore Excursion of Rome
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 9 Hours
Physical difficulty: Easy
Free cancellation
From USD 829.35
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Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port to Rome for Kids and Families
Port pick-up: Included
Duration: 6 - 8 Hours
Physical difficulty: Medium
Free cancellation
From USD 764.00
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What should first-time visitors from Civitavecchia know when visiting Rome?
Arriving at Civitavecchia and heading to the city centre can feel overwhelming for first-time visitors; a clear plan helps. Typical shore days balance travel time with key highlights, allowing a punctual return to the ship. Consider efficient routing to minimise transit and include a relaxed lunch break to absorb surroundings. Popular options blend iconic monuments with accessible walks and short guided commentary for orientation. Many operators specialise in curated small-group experiences to ensure you see major sites without tiring transfers, making Rome shore excursions manageable and rewarding even with limited time.
Which attractions are considered must-sees on a typical visit?
Visitors typically prioritise the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, St Peter's Basilica and the Roman Forum, but lesser-known gems like the Capitoline Museums or Baths of Caracalla offer quieter experiences. Planning to group nearby sites reduces transit and improves enjoyment. Many itineraries mix skip-the-line access with guided storytelling to add context to marble and ruins. Local regulations and security checks can affect timing, so allow flexibility in your schedule. Choosing departures that return early to Civitavecchia will reduce stress while still allowing time for the principal highlights of Rome tours.
How do half-day and full-day itineraries compare for a shore visit?
Half-day options focus on a single neighbourhood or two nearby sites, offering a quicker pace and less transit, suitable when ship time is tight. Full-day plans allow a more relaxed itinerary, combining the Vatican with central landmarks or adding a food tour and time for slower exploration. Transport between Civitavecchia and central Rome takes around one hour each way, so factor that into choosing half or full-day pacing. For those wanting depth and comfort, full-day arrangements provide breathing room; for targeted highlights and minimal disruption, select half-day Rome shore excursions.
How can I best experience Rome’s cultural and historical highlights?
To appreciate Rome's layered past, seek excursions that prioritise narrative and context over rapid photo stops. Archaeological sites like the Forum and Palatine Hill are best understood with an informed guide who links ruins to daily Roman life, politics and religious practice. Museums such as the Capitoline and Vatican display curated collections that illuminate changing artistic styles and patronage. Many guides integrate myth, chronology and social detail to make monuments meaningful rather than merely impressive. Look for experiences emphasising interpretation and walking sequences that build historical understanding during Rome tours.
Where can I find green spaces and scenic viewpoints in the city?
Green spaces and panoramic viewpoints offer welcome relief from the city's stone and traffic, with the Villa Borghese park, Janiculum Hill and gardens around the Aventine providing calm vistas. Smaller public gardens, terraces and the Tiber riverside encourage relaxed walking and people-watching, useful after museum visits. Some itineraries combine short coastal scenery en route to the city from Civitavecchia, showing Mediterranean landscapes and coastal towns before urban arrival. Choosing morning or late-afternoon visits improves light and comfort, and many small-group Rome shore excursions include time to enjoy these natural reprieves.
How can I sample authentic Roman food and local cuisine during a short visit?
Tasting local cuisine provides cultural insight beyond monuments: markets, cafes and trattorie show daily life through ingredients and preparation. Sampling simple dishes such as cacio e pepe, supplì and artful gelato reveals regional techniques and seasonal produce. Food-centric itineraries often include brief demonstrations, guided tastings and visits to neighbourhood markets where producers explain origins of cheeses, olive oils and cured meats. Time constraints from the ship may limit extensive dining, so prioritise a market walk or a set-menu tasting. Select food-focused Rome tours that balance sampling with background on culinary traditions.
What level of physical activity should I expect on a shore excursion?
Expect a fair amount of walking on cobbles, steps and uneven surfaces when visiting ancient sites; comfortable footwear and a modest fitness level improve the experience. Many shore itineraries include timed visits with standing periods and limited seating, so plan short breaks and hydrate. Transfers from Civitavecchia can involve brief walks to meeting points and platforms. For those with mobility concerns, choose small-group options with reduced walking or private transfers. Communicate needs in advance to confirm pacing and alternatives, ensuring your chosen Rome shore excursions match realistic activity expectations for the day.
How accessible are Rome’s attractions and transport for travellers with mobility needs?
Accessibility varies significantly across Rome's attractions; many ancient sites have uneven terrain, steps and limited ramped access, while modern museums often provide lifts and accessible routes. Ticketed entry points and security checks may require queuing or navigation through constrained spaces. Advance contact with providers clarifies what mobility assistance, transport with ramps or reduced walking routes are available. Some locations offer free companion tickets or accessible toilet facilities nearby, though signage can be sparse. Confirm precise arrangements ahead so that designated Rome tours can accommodate wheelchairs, assistance needs and realistic transfer times from Civitavecchia without surprises.
When is the best time of year and day to visit Rome from a cruise?
Seasonality affects crowds, temperature and daylight; spring and early autumn offer milder weather and lower peak crowds compared with high summer, improving comfort for outdoor sites. Winter sees fewer visitors and shorter queues but reduced opening hours at some attractions and cooler conditions. Early morning or late afternoon sea arrivals can help avoid the busiest hours at major monuments. Consider local festivals and public holidays, which may close certain museums or increase demand. Planning arrival times and brief flexibility in the schedule will make typical Rome shore excursions more pleasant and reduce potential time pressures from transit and security checkpoints.
What are the pros and cons of guided experiences versus exploring independently?
Guided experiences provide structured commentary, skip-the-line access strategies and a local perspective that connects sites through narrative, useful when time is limited or for first-time visitors. Independent exploration offers flexibility to linger, choose unlisted sites and adjust pacing, but requires careful planning for transport, timed-entry tickets and return logistics to Civitavecchia. Consider hybrid approaches such as a guided morning tour followed by independent lunch and wandering, balancing interpretation with personal discovery. Compare itineraries, group sizes and included transport so that your chosen Rome tours match desired depth of interpretation, autonomy and the cruise timetable.
Which cruise lines visit Rome?
Virgin Voyages will all visit Rome this year.
What cruise ships will sail to Rome in 2026?
Rome will be visited by Scarlet Lady and Valiant Lady.