Rome tour from Civitavecchia Port: Trevi Fountain & Pantheon

A licensed guide narrates Rome's landmarks instead of just driving past them.

This shared excursion departs Civitavecchia Port at 8:30am and returns six hours later, with a licensed driver-guide who holds permission to enter the port's restricted area and can explain the history and culture of Rome's major sites. The minivan stops at Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, St. Peter's Basilica, Campo de' Fiori, and views from Gianicolo Hill, with time to walk and photograph at each location.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Circus Maximus15m
2. Vittoriano and Palazzo Venezia20m
3. Trevi Fountain40m
4. Piazza Navona30m
5. Pantheon30m
6. St. Peter's Basilica50m
7. Campo de' Fiori20m

Shared excursion to Rome highlights

• Pick up at Civitavecchia Port
• Visit Circus Maximus
• See Vittoriano and Palazzo Venezia
• Explore Trajan's Forum and Column
• Admire Trevi Fountain
• Walk through Piazza di Spagna
• Visit Piazza Navona
• Tour the Pantheon
• Visit St. Peter's Basilica
• View Rome from Aventine Hill keyhole
• Climb Gianicolo Hill for city views
• Discover Campo de' Fiori square

The experience

The minivan picks you up at 8:30am in the port lounge where all drivers wait, then heads into Rome for six hours of stops at the city's most recognizable landmarks. Your licensed driver-guide can answer questions and share historical detail about each site: the Pantheon's survival from 126 AD, Trevi Fountain's 26-meter height, Piazza Navona's foundation on a first-century stadium, St. Peter's Basilica across the Tiber, and Campo de' Fiori's role as the city's most famous market. The air-conditioned vehicle means you're not walking the entire day. You stop, spend time at each place, and move on.

The route includes a climb to Gianicolo Hill, where a 20-minute walk up via Garibaldi leads to a terrace overlooking the whole city. You'll also see Circus Maximus, where chariot races and gladiator fights happened until the 6th century, and the Vittoriano monument in Piazza Venezia, built between 1895 and 1927 to honor Italy's first king. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, or Italian depending on the group, so the commentary reaches everyone on board. Because the group stays small and the driver has port access, you avoid the long queues that form at the main gates.

Return to the port by mid-afternoon gives you time to settle back on the ship. The operator notes that one day is enough to see Rome's essentials, not every corner, but the landmarks that define the city. Infants can sit on a lap, strollers are welcome, and all surfaces and vehicles are wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Driver-guide with licensing to explain Rome's history and culture.
• air-conditioned minivan.
• pickup and drop-off at Civitavecchia Port, including access to the port's restricted area.
• local taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up toStart time

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese

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.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Carratonitours

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, or Italian, so choose the departure that matches your language. Everyone on the minivan hears the same commentary. If you speak another language, confirm availability before booking.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese.

What is Trevi Fountain and why is it so famous?

Trevi Fountain is a Baroque fountain in the Trevi district, standing 26 meters high and 49 meters wide, making it the largest Baroque fountain in Rome and one of the most famous in the world. It has appeared in several notable films including Roman Holiday and La Dolce Vita, and the tour includes time to see it and throw a coin.

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

St. Peter's Basilica is one of the stops on the route. The tour passes the world's largest church, built on Vatican Hill across the Tiber River from Rome's historic center, and you have time to view it and photograph the exterior.

How much walking is involved in this excursion?

The tour includes walking at each stop (Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Campo de' Fiori, and other sites), but the minivan transports you between locations. The climb to Gianicolo Hill takes about 20 minutes, though that stop is optional.

What is Campo de' Fiori and what happens there?

Campo de' Fiori is a square in Rome's old center and home to the city's most famous market. By evening it becomes lively with bars and restaurants nearby, and the tour includes a stop to see the square and its surroundings.