Rome day trip: Colosseum, Trevi Fountain & St. Peter's

Five of Rome's landmarks in one morning, seen from a car instead of a walking map

A private car tour of Rome departing from Civitavecchia cruise port, with an English-speaking driver who takes you past the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Trevi Fountain, Piazza del Popolo and St. Peter's Square over eight hours. The driver explains what you're seeing and the route adjusts to what interests you most. Hotel or ship pickup is included, and you return by an agreed time so you don't miss your departure.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Colosseum20m
2. Circus Maximus5m
3. Trevi Fountain20m
4. Piazza del Popolopassing by
5. St. Peter's Square30m

Rome sightseeing from cruise port

• Pick up at cruise ship
• Enjoy breathtaking view of Rome
• Visit Colosseum exterior
• See Circus Maximus
• Stop at central square with Vittorio Emanuele II monument
• Visit Trevi Fountain
• Access top of Trinità dei Monti steps
• Pass by Piazza del Popolo
• Visit St. Peter's Square and exterior of St. Peter's Basilica
• Return to cruise ship

The experience

The Colosseum is an external visit (you see the amphitheater without needing a ticket), and from there the driver moves through Circus Maximus, the ancient arena where chariot races once filled the stands. The route then carries you to the Vittorio Emanuele II monument in the central square, then to Trevi Fountain, one of the most photographed fountains in the world. You'll see Piazza del Popolo and get access to the top of the Trinità dei Monti steps, a vantage most visitors miss. The tour closes at St. Peter's Square with an external view of the basilica itself.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and the driver speaks English, so you're not decoding a map or navigating crowds on foot for eight hours straight. The tour is customizable. If one stop matters more to you than another, the driver adjusts the route. You're picked up at your cruise ship and returned by a set time, which means no scrambling to get back to port and no guessing whether you'll make it.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• English-speaking driver.
• pickup at Civitavecchia cruise port and return by an agreed departure time.
• stops at the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Trevi Fountain, Piazza del Popolo, and St. Peter's Square.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 09:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Child (1 to 7 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 5 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Trip2Rome

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're arriving or departing by cruise ship and want to see Rome's major landmarks without renting a car or navigating public transit. The driver picks you up at the port and gets you back in time for your ship to leave.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 7 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly do I see at the Colosseum on this tour?

The Colosseum is an external visit only, so you see the Flavian Amphitheater from outside without needing to buy a ticket or go inside. The driver explains its history and significance as you pass.

How long is the drive from Civitavecchia to Rome?

The tour runs eight hours total, which includes the drive from the port, the stops in Rome, and the return to your ship. The driver handles all the driving so you can rest or take in the sights.

Can I customize which sites we visit?

Yes, the tour is customizable based on your preferences. If you want to spend more time at one landmark or skip another, the driver will adjust the route to fit what matters most to you.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle and the English-speaking driver are included. Pickup at your cruise ship and return by an agreed time are part of the booking, so you don't arrange separate transport to or from the port.

Can I visit inside St. Peter's Basilica on this tour?

The tour includes an external visit to St. Peter's Square and a view of the basilica from outside. Entry inside the basilica is not included and would require a separate ticket.