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Rome for First-Timers Private Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port

5.0(90)5 out of 5, from 90 reviews·9h·Private group
What you pay forEach travellerEvery traveller pays the same fare.
Group sizeUp to 8Per booking.
Minimum ageAll agesadult 0–99

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Open to all ages, including your youngest.
  • 5 full fares

About this experience

Soak up the history and culture of Rome, during this full-day shore excursion including Civitavecchia Port pickup and drop-off, a private English Speaking driver, and transportation by air-conditioned minivan. Customize the day based on your interests with possible stops at the Colosseum (FROM THE OUTSIDE ONLY, IF YOU WANT TO ENTER IT, TICKETS ARE NEEDED TO BE PREBOOKED SO LET US KNOW AT THE TIME OF THE BOOKING), Circus Maximus, Palatine Hill, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Victor Emmanuel Monument, St. Peter’s Square, and the Catacombs ancient burial site. You’ll enjoy a leisurely lunch before heading back to the port to board your cruise ship. Monument tickets can be purchased in advance with an upgrade after booking.

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What you actually do

You get out at all 6 stops. Admission is not included at Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, St. Peter's Square.

  1. 1

    Roman Forum

    You will take a view of the Forum from an higher point

    You get out here15 min

  2. 2

    Circo Massimo

    You will pass by and stop for some pics

    You get out here10 min

  3. 3

    Catacombe di San Callisto

    On demand, by discussing it with your driver, you can opt to visit the Catacombs of St Callixtus, where, escorted by a local guide who works for the Catacombs, you will be exploring the tunnels for about 45 minutes (8 euro per person to be paid on site)

    You get out here60 minAdmission included

  4. 4

    Pantheon

    You will see the inside, if there is not too much of a wait

    You get out here30 minAdmission not included

  5. 5

    Trevi Fountain

    You will toss the famous coin in, wishing to come back

    You get out here30 minAdmission not included

  6. 6

    St. Peter's Square

    In this tour you will not enter the Vatican, such as the Museums or the Sistine Chapel, but you will have time to hang out in the Square of the Basilica for pics

    You get out here30 minAdmission not included

Where the day happens

≈ 1.1 km from the city centre. 6 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover other, gratuities, colosseum (we suggest to see it from the outside, let us know at the moment of the… and more — budget for those separately.

  • Other
  • Other
  • Gratuities
  • Colosseum (We suggest to see it from the outside, let us know at the moment of the…
  • Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (3)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress code is smart casual
Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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