Rome Shore Excursion: Five Landmarks in One Day

Five of Rome's Most Famous Sights in Seven Hours

A full-day shore excursion from Civitavecchia cruise port to Rome with an English-speaking guide, covering Saint Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. You travel by comfortable transport from the port, spend the day moving between landmarks with leisure time in the city center, and return to your ship on schedule. The itinerary is timed to fit cruise schedules, and the operator guarantees a full refund if your ship bypasses the port.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each7 stops

1. Civitavecchia Cruise Port1h 30m
2. St. Peter's Square20m
3. St. Peter's Basilica30m
4. Colosseum30m
5. Trevi Fountain30m
6. Pantheon30m
7. Piazza Navona30m

Full day tour of Rome highlights

• Meet hosts at Civitavecchia port
• Travel to Rome by comfortable transport
• Visit St. Peter's Square in Vatican City
• View Saint Peter's Basilica exterior
• Explore the Colosseum exterior
• See the Trevi Fountain and toss a coin
• Visit the Pantheon
• Stroll through Piazza Navona and leisure time
• Return to ship at Civitavecchia port

The experience

The tour starts with a ninety-minute drive from Civitavecchia through the Roman countryside to the city. Your guide meets you at the cruise terminal and travels with the group in climate-controlled transport. The return journey is timed to get you back to the ship without cutting into your exploration time. Because this is a shore excursion, the schedule is locked to your vessel's arrival and departure, which means no waiting around and no risk of missing the boat.

You'll see five major landmarks across the day. Saint Peter's Square comes first: the obelisk, the fountains designed by Bernini, and the basilica's dome are visible from the exterior. The Colosseum is next. You stand outside and photograph it from multiple angles, but interiors aren't included in the time available during a cruise stop. Trevi Fountain follows, where you can toss a coin into the water. The Pantheon shows you the ancient dome and the oculus opening to the sky. Piazza Navona, with its Baroque fountains and palaces, is where you get leisure time to eat lunch, shop or simply sit and watch the square.

The tour requires significant walking between stops and around each site. Your guide speaks English throughout the day, though guide services don't continue during the transfers themselves. The operator has over twenty years running these excursions and coordinates directly with cruise schedules, so the timing is built around getting you back to the port on time. If your ship bypasses Civitavecchia, you get a full refund.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off at the cruise port terminal.
• an English-speaking local guide.
• safe, comfortable, climate-controlled transport.
• leisure time in Rome's city center.
• timely return to the ship with a full refund guarantee if your vessel bypasses the port.

Options for this experience

2 options

Full-Day Rome Shore Excursion Departing from Civitavecchia Cruise PortGuide in English · 07:30, 08:30 and 09:30Lasts 7 hours by coach; pickup outside the cruise terminal, and pickup is included

Semi-Private TourGuide in English · 07:30, 08:30 and 09:30Lasts 7 hours by minivan; pickup from the pier is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 7h, runs every day at 07:30, 08:30 and 09:30, from € 69 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 08:30 and 09:30

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AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (3 to 15 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by JAT

Is this one for you?Choose the semi-private option if you want to be picked up at the pier itself. The group tour collects passengers at the terminal exit. Both return to the ship on time, so the choice is simply about where you prefer to start your day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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.

How long is the drive from Civitavecchia to Rome?

The journey takes one and a half hours each way through the Roman countryside, so you spend roughly three hours in transport across the full day.

Can I go inside Saint Peter's Basilica and the Colosseum?

No. Due to the limited time during a cruise stop, the tour covers exteriors and the surrounding squares only. If you want to explore interiors, the operator recommends returning by air for a longer stay.

What happens if my ship doesn't arrive at Civitavecchia?

The operator guarantees a full refund if your ship bypasses the port, so you're protected if your itinerary changes.

Is lunch included, or do I need to bring food?

Lunch is not included. You have leisure time at Piazza Navona to buy food, eat at a restaurant, or shop as you choose.

Do I need to be fit to do this tour?

The tour requires significant walking between landmarks and around each site. You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. It may not be suitable for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users.

Which option should I choose? Semi-private or group tour?

The semi-private tour includes pier pickup, while the group tour picks up at the cruise terminal exit. Choose based on where you prefer to be collected. Both follow the same itinerary and return on schedule.