Rome and the Catacombs Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port

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Pick up is right in front of your ship in Civitavecchia, to start a fun experience for the whole family. Once in the city, you will see Piazza Venezia. Behind it lies the Ancient Roman area of the city, the Roman Forum and the Colosseum.

You will have time to enter the Colosseum if you like. Then, it will be time to drive by the Palatine Hill and the Baths of Caracalla until you reach the glorious Pantheon, where you will have time to explore the square and enter the site to marvel at the inlaid marble floors and beautiful statues.

You will also have time to walk around Piazza Navona with its stunning monumental fountains and climb the stairs at the Spanish Steps for a view of the lively square below before you head to Trevi Fountain to toss a coin in for good luck.

Time to move on to the Appian Way area where you will spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the underground catacombs with a guided tour offered by the Catacomb staff, before returning to your ship.

Additional Info

Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Rome, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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Pick up is right in front of your ship in Civitavecchia, to start a fun experience for the whole family. Once in the city, you will see Piazza Venezia. Behind it lies the Ancient Roman area of the city, the Roman Forum and the Colosseum.

You will have time to enter the Colosseum if you like. Then, it will be time to drive by the Palatine Hill and the Baths of Caracalla until you reach the glorious Pantheon, where you will have time to explore the square and enter the site to marvel at the inlaid marble floors and beautiful statues.

You will also have time to walk around Piazza Navona with its stunning monumental fountains and climb the stairs at the Spanish Steps for a view of the lively square below before you head to Trevi Fountain to toss a coin in for good luck.

Time to move on to the Appian Way area where you will spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the underground catacombs with a guided tour offered by the Catacomb staff, before returning to your ship.
Stop At: Piazza Venezia, 00187 Rome Italy

The colossal white marble monument t the Fatherland will greet you. This is the place where the eternal flame always shines to pay respect to the unknown soldiers who fell during the war. Two soldiers guard it day and night to ensure it never goes out.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Roman Forum, Largo della Salara Vecchia 5/6, 00186 Rome Italy

Be amazed by the size of what once was the largest political and commercial hub of Ancient Rome. Drive by the ruins of grandiose temples, basilicas, and public spaces leading to the Colosseum.

Stop At: Colosseum, Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Rome Italy

Walk around the most thrilling attraction in Rome, which was the heart of entertainment in ancient Rome. Great spectacles were staged for the citizens’ amusement, where gladiators fought and sea battles were reenacted. Choose the upgraded option to include tickets and a licensed guide inside!

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pantheon, Piazza della Rotonda, 00186 Rome Italy

Walk around the most ancient building in Rome and step inside to marvel at the quality of the marbles and the exquisite details of the statues all around you, before lifting your eyes to the sky which can be seen through the hole in the center.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Trevi, 00187 Rome Italy

Marvel at the most iconic fountain in Rome, which has been featured in many films. Don’t forget to toss a coin in for good luck and a safe return to the Eternal City.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Piazza Navona, 00186 Rome Italy

Get ready to enjoy a wonderful gelato as you stroll around the elliptical Piazza admiring the exquisite details of the three fountains created by Bernini and Borromini.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Spanish Steps, Piazza di Spagna, 00187 Rome Italy

Take in the beauty of the square and the peculiarity of its fountain, known as the “Old Boat” before climbing the 138 steps to the Church of Trinità dei Monti located at the top and enjoy the view below.

Duration: 45 minutes

Pass By: Via Appia Antica, Via Appia, Rome Italy

Drive along a stretch of the most important road of Ancient Rome, which connected the city to the rest of the empire, to reach the catacombs.

Stop At: Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, Via Appia Antica 110, 00179 Rome Italy

Ancient Roman law prohibited the burial of the deceased inside the city walls, so they were built along the Appian Way, which was outside the walls. They are a network of passageways that can stretch for over 15 miles underground, so visiting them is only permitted with the aid of a catacomb guide provided by the site

Duration: 1 hour



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