Rome Tours From Civitavecchia Port
8 Hours Luxury Private Full-Day Shore Excursion of Rome
Rome Air-Port Shuttle will take you to the most historic city in the world, our Rome Tours From Civitavecchia Port are tailored to every travel need with our private tour, you can choose the specific spot you don’t want to miss in Rome!
Our job is to understand what you want to see and pass or stop at a specific place to offer you the best suggestive and experienced tour of the Eternal City.
Your reserved driver will pick you up next to your cruise ship at 7am or 8am. After about 1.5 hours (depending on traffic) you will arrive at your first stop, St. Peter’s Square rebuilt and redesigned thanks to Gian Lorenzo Bernini between 1656 and 1667.
You can continue your visit at the second stop, the Pantheon. We will continue our tour through Piazza Navona, built on the ancient stadium of Diocletian that was used for athletic competitions. Today you can admire the Fountain of the Four Rivers, the Fountain of Neptune and the Church of Santa Agnes in Agonia in the square of Navona. The stop you cannot miss is the Colosseum (Amphitheatre Flaviano), you will travel along the Imperial Forums to Venice place, where you can admire the Vittoriano and the balcony from which Benito Mussolini declared World War II against France and Great Britain.
Disembark your cruise and take a Private Tour to the Eternal City
Soon after Rome Tours From Civitavecchia Port continues Via del Corso, we will take you to the Trevi Fountain, by Nicola Salvi. The artist was responsible for building the fountain in the 18th century after winning a competition organized by Pope Clement XII. Then, your driver will accompany you to Spain Square, where you can admire the famous Spanish Steps and Pietro Bernini’s Fountain barcaccia, heading to Piazza del Popolo and its obelisk.
The Rome Tours From Civitavecchia Port will end at 15:30 / 16:00 when we will return to the Civitavecchia Port. You will be ready to board and continue your cruise around 5:00 PM.
Pick up below the ship: 7:00 am / 8:00 am
Arrival in Rome: 8:30 am / 9:30 am
Departure from Rome: 15:00/16:00 (depending on start time)
Arrival in Porto: 16:00/17:00 (depending on the start time)
Did you know that Rome is a true open-air museum? Its streets are full of masterpieces, with charming squares, magnificent fountains, churches, impressive monuments and many other attractions that you can find along the streets. History and art are present in every corner of the city.
Colosseum
The fourth wonder of the modern world, symbol of the Roman Empire, the Coliseum, or Amphitheatrum Flavium, its Latin name, is one of the most important architectural works in history.
It is located where the Colossus of Nero used to be, a 35 meter high bronze statue that the former emperor had ordered to pay his own homage, which was demolished after his death (hence the name Colosseum, which means “colossal”).
The Colosseum was built during the Flavian Dynasty in Rome (69 AD and 96 AD). The monument has already faced earthquakes, looting and other disasters, but it remains imposing.
It was used to entertain the Romans with games between gladiators, who fought for their lives there. It was common for the population to gather to watch the warriors fighting each other and against various beasts. The Coliseum also served as a place for the public execution of convicts and a place for the exhibition of animals.
Opening hours: Open from 9 am. Closing times vary according to the season: during high season months, it can stay open until 7:15 pm; in the period of less movement, it can close from 16:30. So the tip is: arrive early!
The Colosseum was built during the Flavian Dynasty and was used to entertain the Romans with games between gladiators.
Pantheon
The Pantheon is one of the oldest and best-preserved monuments in Rome. Originally built as a pagan temple dedicated to all the gods, today it is one of the main tourist attractions in the city.
Upon arriving at the monument, visitors can admire its impressive architecture, including the approximately 43-meter-high dome and the famous central opening in the ceiling that lets in natural light.
Inside, there are the tombs of important historical personalities, such as the Renaissance painter Rafael Sanzio, and some Italian kings, such as Victor Emanuel II, symbol of the unification of the country.
Facade of the Pantheon in Rome with its unique and well-preserved architecture
In addition to admiring the beauty of the Pantheon, visitors can attend masses, after all, the place is also a church. And it is worth remembering that the visit to the Pantheon is usually quick, as the space is not that big and there are not many activities besides exploring its interior and appreciating its architecture.
Even so, the Pantheon is a must-see for anyone visiting Rome, with a fascinating history and unique, well-preserved architecture.
Opening hours: every day, from 9am to 6:45pm.
Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous and visited attractions in the city. Built in the Baroque style in the 18th century, the fountain is uniquely beautiful, with statues of gods and mythological animals, as well as a large palace at the bottom.
The fountain’s water is believed to come from an ancient Roman aqueduct and the fountain was built as a tribute to the power of water in the city of Rome.
There is a very popular tradition among tourists: the act of throwing a coin into the fountain, turning your back and making a wish. It is said that this guarantees the return to the city and the fulfillment of the wish; and if you toss in two coins, you might still find true love in Rome!
Piazza Navona
Piazza Navona is one of the most famous and picturesque squares in Rome. Located in the heart of the city, it is surrounded by historic buildings and famous for its three magnificent fountains, including the fountain of the Four Rivers, designed by the sculptor Bernini.
Around the square there are many shops and restaurants. The area is also popular for street performers, musicians and other performers, who often perform for visitors.
Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
An imposing structure located in Rome, it was built in honor of the first king of unified Italy, Victor Emmanuel II. The monument is one of the city’s most popular attractions. It is known for its beautiful architecture and for offering an incredible view of the metropolis.
When visiting the monument, you can admire its beautiful architecture and sculptures, as well as enjoy the panoramic view of the city of Rome. Be sure to go up to the terrace of the structure to contemplate the Colosseum.
Value: entry to the monument is free, but if you want to go up to the terrace, there is a fee of €7.
Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin
The Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin is an ancient church located in the heart of Rome. It is known for housing the famous La Bocca della Verità (the “Mouth of Truth”), an ancient piece of marble that supposedly had the power to identify liars. The church also has beautiful architecture, with its preserved frescoes and mosaics decorating its interior.
The “Mouth of Truth” is found at the entrance to the church and became famous throughout the world thanks to a scene from the movie “The Princess and the Commoner”, in which the characters of Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck place their hand in the mouth of the statue to declare the truth. It is believed to have been carved during the 1st century AD. and its exact origin is unknown.
There are several legends and stories that surround the aura of the statue: they say that it would have been used in judgments to identify liars or even to threaten unfaithful wives: if the person was lying with their hand inside the sculpture, the same “bite” the hand of the liar.
Nowadays, the Mouth of Truth is one of the main tourist attractions in Rome, and thousands of tourists annually go to the church of Santa Maria in Cosmedin to take a photo with the famous statue. The photo is free, but there is a box on the side if you want to donate € 2.
Vatican city
The smallest country in the world is also the seat of the Catholic Church and the official residence of the Pope. Its name is a reference to one of the seven hills that formed the Italian capital and its population of 806 people is made up only of members of the Catholic Church and the select Swiss Guard, but even so, the city-state receives thousands of tourists every day.
Occupying 4,047 m² (100 acres), the region was part of Rome and Italy for nearly 200 years until it gained independence in 1929 and has since been governed on a monarchy model, with the Pope as Head of State.
It is situated on the west bank of the River Tiber, about 1.6 km from the center of Rome, a distance that can be traversed in approximately 15 minutes on foot.
The Vatican has two main entrances, Via Della Conciliazione and Viale Vaticano. You can walk through them and it is not necessary to pay fees to access the city-state.
Remember that there are dress code to know the place: visitors cannot wear sleeveless and low-cut clothes, shorts that end above the knee, mini skirts or hats. In addition, personal objects or visible symbols such as jewelry or tattoos that could offend Catholic morals, the Catholic religion and common decency are also not permitted.
Saint Peter’s Basilica
St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the most important churches in Catholicism and is considered the largest Christian church in the world. Located in Vatican City, it was built on the site where, according to the biblical narrative, the apostle Peter was buried.
Construction began in 1506 and took over 120 years to complete. It is considered a masterpiece of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, featuring a mixture of various architectural styles and a range of decorations.
Largest church in Christianity, in addition to the universal headquarters of the Catholic Church and the residence of the Pope.
The basilica is famous for its artwork and sculptures, which include Michelangelo’s Pietà, a marble statue depicting the Virgin Mary holding the body of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion. It also houses the baldachin, a bronze structure that extends over the main altar, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
The dome of St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the most impressive features of the church, it was designed by Michelangelo and is 136 meters high and can be seen from many points in the Italian capital.
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It is possible, for an extra fee, to climb to the observation platform at the top of the dome, which offers a panoramic view of Vatican City and Rome. To go by stairs, covering more than 550 steps, €8 is charged. To take part of the journey by elevator and the rest (320 steps) by stairs, it is €10. There are also guided tours and group visits to the dome, which cost around €29.
There are also some more restricted visits that can be made at the site, such as the tour of the catacombs, ancient underground galleries that were built by Christians between the 2nd and 5th centuries to bury their dead. They are famous for being the final resting places of many saints of the religion and there are only five of them open to the public.
Another very restricted tour is the visit to the necropolis. Descend into the depths of Vatican City and discover the Necropolis, an ancient Roman burial site situated some 5 to 12 meters below St. Peter’s Basilica.
Discovered during excavations in the 1940s, it houses the Tomb of Saint Peter, a historical and religious site of great importance. The tomb was built in honor of Saint Peter, is made up of several structures created to immortalize the martyrdom of the saint.
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