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Civitavecchia Port: Shuttle Bus to/from Rome Termini Station

1. Civitavecchia Port: Shuttle Bus to/from Rome Termini Station

Pre-book the SIT shuttle bus service between Civitavecchia Port and Rome Termini railway station, and benefit from a reliable service that departs daily at 9:30 AM. Redeem your voucher at the bus stop just outside the Port. You take the free shuttle service from your cruise dock to reach Largo della pace where our stewardess welcomes you and you hop aboard. Sit back and relax. Use the luggage storage to keep your bags safe, and stay online with the onboard WiFi. For departure transfer, make your way to the bus stop at least 15 minutes in advance. You can also change your destination dropping off at the Vatican area instead of Termini Station wherever is more convenient for you to start your visit to Rome.

Classical Rome: Full-Day Bus Tour from Civitavecchia

2. Classical Rome: Full-Day Bus Tour from Civitavecchia

Discover the grandeur of Rome on a day trip from Civitavecchia. Travel in a comfortable and airconditioned coach and stop at highlights like the St. Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon. Depart from the port of Civitavecchia by bus in the morning and relax on the ride to Rome. Upon arrival, meet your licensed guide and head to the imposing Leonine Walls. Listen as your guide provides you commentary about Rome’s historical traditions and its art. Head to St. Peter’s Square to admire stunning views of St. Peter's Basilica which is surrounded by Bernini’s colonnades which date back to 1656.  Enter St. Peter's Basilica, but if there are long lines to enter your guide will tell you about the Basilica from the outside. Explore the famous artwork inside the largest church in the world.  Meet your tour leader at a designated point for the second part of the tour. Hop on the bus for a panoramic ride along the streets. Cross the Tiber river near Tiberine Island, pass by Capitoline Hill which was designed by Michelangelo.  View ride the Marcello Theater which was commissioned by the Emperor Augustus. Watch as your guide points out monuments like the Temple of Portuno and Temple of Hercules, 2 of the finest temples in the center of Rome. End your sightseeing bus ride with a stop near the Colosseum and start the walking portion of your tour with a guide at the foot of the Colosseum. Stroll by Circus Maximus, the largest stadium built in ancient Rome and where thrilling chariot races once took place.  Continue along the famous Dei Fori Imperiali road leading to Piazza Venezia. See the Altar of the Fatherland and visit the spectacular Trevi Fountain, which was originally designed by Bernini, but finally constructed by the architect Nicola Salvi.  Have 30-40 minute break where you can go purchase a light lunch or an ice cream from one of the local shops. Walk to the Pantheon, the great pagan temple that dates back 2,000 years.  Finish your tour with a visit to Piazza Navona, to view masterpieces by Bernini and Borromini, the greatest architects of the 17th-century. Marvel at Borromini 's Church of St. Agnes in Agony and Bernini's 4 Rivers Fountain. Return to Civitavecchia by bus. 

Rome On Your Own: Bus Transfer from Civitavecchia

3. Rome On Your Own: Bus Transfer from Civitavecchia

See the sights of Rome at your own pace with a round-trip transfer from the cruise terminal at Civitavecchia, and get 8 hours to explore the "Eternal City" according to your own interests. Upon arrival in the city center you are free to visit the sites that interest you the most. Go to the Basilica of St. Peter's in the Vatican City and marvel at works of art by Michelangelo and others. Visit the Mausoleum of Hadrian at the Castel Sant' Angelo or discover the temple to all gods at the immaculately-preserved Pantheon. Follow in the footsteps of famous poets at the Spanish Steps, and marvel at the architecture of Piazza Navona, built over the Stadium of Domitian. Discover the highlights of Ancient Rome, such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain and much more. Alternatively, spend the day shopping or enjoying lunch in sought-after neighborhoods such as Trastevere. Travel by modern, air-conditioned coach and benefit from the services of an assistant who will be happy to give you tips on how to reach places as fast as possible. Upon arrival in Rome, get dropped off on Via Lungotevere Marzio "Zanardelli", on the opposite side of the bridge from where the Justice Palace, Palazzaccio, stands.

Civitavecchia Port: Private or Shared Guided Tour of Rome

4. Civitavecchia Port: Private or Shared Guided Tour of Rome

Start your Roman adventure at 9:00 AM as you exit from your cruise ship. At the ship's Pier, you will be greeted by your friendly and professional driver. Once you hop in your comfortable, air-conditioned minivan you will set off on your adventure.  Your driver will take you to all the most historical and socially significant landmarks in Rome. For those pressed for the time, this is the greatest way to ensure you see the main attractions of the city, all in 7-hours. During each stop you can hop-off the van and walk around, taking beautiful holiday snaps as you do. In the vehicle, you will enjoy the benefit of an audioguide in English. At each stop, you will be able to learn the basic history of each fascinating location.  During your tour, you will visit: Vatican City and St. Peter's Cathedral (1-hour), Colosseum (40-minutes), Piazza Venezia (15-minutes), Trevi Fountain (20-minutes), Spanish Steps (30-minutes), Pantheon (30-minutes), Piazza Novona (20-minutes) and the Panoramic View (15-minutes). Once you have visited all these major landmarks, you will be taken back to your cruise terminal, 1-hour before your ship departs and no later than 5:00 PM, ensuring a relaxing end to an exciting day.

Civitavecchia: Transfer to Rome & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket

5. Civitavecchia: Transfer to Rome & Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket

Explore Rome on your own taking the Civitavecchia transfer to the Rome centre and visiting the eternal city with an open bus and onboard audio guide in 16 languages! Duration: 7 hours including transfers The audio guide included: 16 languages: Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian Highlights: - Enjoy a bus transfer from the Port of Civitavecchia to Rome. - Board the open bus and admire the most important monuments of the Eternal City - Hop on and off at stops at your leisure - Take photos from the top of a panoramic bus - Listen to a fascinating audio guide commentary in 16 languages - Reach the Termini Station (or Via Crescenzio 2 in the Vatican area) stop for bus transfers from Rome and to the Port of Civitavecchia. Visit Rome in one day during your cruise stop and you won't be disappointed with the short time available! Reach Largo della Pace in Civitavecchia Port to join Termini station in Rome where an assistant will be ready to escort you to the Open Bus stop to begin the scenic tour aboard an open bus. See the most important monuments and immerse yourself in history with an onboard audio guide in 16 languages. Hop on and off at all stops at your leisure and take photos of the most famous monuments. Discover imperial Rome with the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Circus Maximus. Continue through Piazza Venezia and admire the dome of St. Peter's Basilica. Stroll through the shopping streets and toss a coin in the famous Trevi Fountain. Reach again Termini (P.za Indipendenza) for a 03:30 pm departure or the Vatican area (Via Crescenzio 2) stop at 03:45 pm to transfer from Rome to the port of Civitavecchia. Open Bus Stops : Terminal Discover Rome Termini Station Santa Maria Maggiore Colosseum Pyramid Terminal Eataly Rome Circus Maximus Venice Square Vatican Villa Borghese Barberini Square what's included: - Shuttle bus service between the Port of Civitavecchia and Roma termini train station - Luggage storage, WI FI, USB charger - Daily Hop on Hop off ticket with hop on and hop off at the various stops - Audio guide available in 16 languages with disposable earphones - On-board Wi fi on a hop on hop off - Multilingual assistant on board hop on hop off buses - Multilingual assistant on arrival in Rome Meeting Point SIT info: - Redeem your voucher at the bus stop just outside the Port (Largo Della Pace). Cross the pedestrian corridor to the end, and from the gate (exit), you will find the bus stop on your right manned by a hostess - The Hop on Hop off route may be subject to itinerary changes due to events in the city. On-board staff will provide you with helpful information. - The Vatican Option includes a walk with an assistant to admire from the outside and take a photo of St. Peter's Basilica and Castel Sant'Angelo before starting the Hop on Hop Off tour - For the return transfer to Civitavecchia, arrive 15 minutes before the departure meeting point.

Civitavecchia: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus

6. Civitavecchia: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus

Enjoy the fantastic views of the city comfortably seated in an open hop-on hop-off bus. Discover how Civitavecchia developed from an Etruscan settlement, becoming a strategic point from Roman times until today by following your local guide around the city. Pass by the most famous sights and discover this port town full of history. The live guide will make you experience the fascinating atmosphere of Civitavecchia taking you back in time on a journey through its monuments and historical buildings. Get off and on at any stop along the route and explore on your own every corner of this magnificient town. For the first stop, find the historic Piazza Calamatta, from which you can reach the Old Town from Piazza Leandra. In the heart of the ancient medieval village, where the small Church of the Stella stands, pass through the Porta dell’Archetto until you reach Piazza Saffi. Next, take the time to explore The Cathedral of St Francis of Assisi, Civitavecchia’s main church, built in the 17th century. Go into the National Archaeological Museum of Civitavecchia, housed in the 18th-century palace of Clement XIII, or admire The Michelangelo Fortress. Walk to The Marina of Civitavecchia, where the famous Statue of the Kiss stands and where Civitavecchia’s historic seafront promenade winds along. At the third stop, decide to have some lunch at a local restaurant with a seaview at The Pirgo. Try a seafood dish, and relax before continuing on your tour. At fourth stop, reach The Church of the Japanese Martyrs, where you can admire the splendid frescoes by Japanese painter Luca Hasegawa. At the fifth stop, discover the Thermal Baths of Trajan, named after the famous Roman Emperor Trajan. Hop on and off as you please, listening to your knoweldgeable live guide.

Rome on your own by Bus to and from the Vatican City

7. Rome on your own by Bus to and from the Vatican City

Book the SIT bus transfer between Civitavecchia Port and the Vatican City area. Benefit from the services of the staff as they assist customers with their transfer details. Choose between a 1-way or round-trip transfer. From the beginning of your transfer, staff will be on hand to assist you. Simply present your voucher on arrival to redeem it and hop on board. The driver will help you store your luggage in the provided area before driving towards the Vatican City or Civitavecchia Port, depending on your chosen transfer option. Your transfer will end after drop-off unless you choose the round-trip option. If heading to the Vatican City from the port, you'll be dropped off in the Prati District at a location that's a convenient 10-minute walk to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Church. If heading to the port, get dropped off outside the Civitavecchia Port.

Transfer Between Civitavecchia Port and Central Rome

8. Transfer Between Civitavecchia Port and Central Rome

Pre-book this private transfer service between the Civitavecchia cruise terminal and your Rome hotel. The 60-minute transfer is priced for up to 3 passengers in a sedan, and other vehicles are available to suit your group size (of up to 8 persons). For arrival transfers your driver will be waiting for you at the disembarking dock, holding a sign board with your name on it. You’ll soon be on your way to the center of Rome. Your 1-way transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours of booking, and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. It's that easy! You and your group will be the only passengers in the vehicle and the service will be non-stop to your destination. For departure transfers you’ll be met at your accommodation in central Rome.

Panoramic Bus Tour of Rome from Civitavecchia Port

9. Panoramic Bus Tour of Rome from Civitavecchia Port

Head to Rome on a full-day guided sightseeing bus tour of the Eternal City from the port of Civitavecchia. Discover the city's hottest locations like St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Trevi Fountain. Be welcomed by your tour leader at the Civitavecchia port and board a spacious coach. Relax on the drive to your first stop in Rome that is just a stone’s throw away from the Palazzaccio (Palace of Justice) in Piazza dei Tribunali. Take time to admire the most powerful and imposing castle ever built in Rome, Castel Sant’Angelo. Nearby, marvel at magnificent St. Peter's Basilica from the top of Via della Conciliazione.  Feast your eyes on the semi-circular colonnades that frame St. Peter's Square, designed and built by Bernini in the 17th century. Meet your tour leader at a designated point for the second part of the tour. Board the bus for a panoramic ride. Cross the Tiber near the Tiberine Island, see the Pyramid of Cestius, and view the Baths of Caracalla, the second largest Roman baths. End your scenic bus ride with a stop in Via Petroselli, near the Theatre of Marcellus. Reach the Capitoline Hill to see the Cordonata that leads to Piazza del Campidoglio. Arrive at the Althar of the Fatherland and view dei Fori Imperiali roade to the Colosseum.   Observe Traian’s Forum and toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain. Take a break for a quick lunch or to grab a gelato. Enter the incredibly well-preserved Pantheon temple built to see its massive dome and the tombs of Victor Emanuell II and Raphael. End your tour in Piazza Navona where you can see the 4 Rivers Fountain by Bernini, before ending your visit to Rome and heading back to the port in Civitavecchia.

Rome and Vatican Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port

10. Rome and Vatican Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port

This tour starts at the Civitavecchia Port. Our hosts will greet you directly in front of your ship. You'll be driven to the Colosseum, where you'll meet your passionate local tour guide. Discover the intriguing history of the amphitheater that once housed over 50,000 spectators, and relive the glory days of the Roman Empire. The guide will provide commentary outside. You can then explore the area on your own, or go inside with our guide if you have a pre-purchased ticket. Learn about the kings and dictators of the recent past while walking along the Via dei Fiori Imperiali, a road built as a stage for Mussolini's grand parades. Next, embark on a panoramic bus tour of the city. See the Capitoline Hill, one of the seven hills of Rome that is home to some of the city's most significant museums and art collections. Admire impressive triumphal Arch of Constantine which commemorates his significant victory. The tour will continue on to the Altar of the Fatherland, a grand monument that commemorates Italy's unification. After the panoramic bus tour, we'll take you on a walking tour of Rome, where you can explore the vibrant streets, indulge in delectable Italian cuisine, and admire iconic sights such as the Spanish Steps. Your expert local guide will share fascinating insights into the history and culture of Rome. We will also make a stop for gelato or tiramisu near the Trevi Fountain. Time permitting, we will also walk to Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Next, our bus will pick us back up and transfer us to Vatican City known as the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church. Although it is the world's smallest country, it has a rich history and cultural significance that makes it a must-see destination. Please note that while the Vatican Museums house an incredible collection of artwork, visiting them can be time-consuming. A typical tour takes 2-3 hours to explore. Our years of experience in guiding visitors have shown us that the best way to make the most of your time is to visit with our expert guide outside. With our guidance, you'll still have the opportunity to appreciate the wonders of Vatican City in a way that fits your schedule and meets your needs. Our knowledgeable guide will provide you with fascinating insights into the city's cultural heritage and spiritual significance. Next see St. Peter's Basilica, the center of the Catholic religion and a true architectural masterpiece. Its stunning dome, designed by Michelangelo, dominates the city's skyline, and the ornate exterior features intricate carvings and sculptures. If the line is not too long, we will take you inside to see Michelangelo's famous Pietà and the awe-inspiring dome, At the end of the tour, we will bring you back to the port, with plenty of time to spare before your ship's departure. With an architectural and cultural legacy spanning millennia, there’s no reason not to visit Rome. Join us on this shore excursion for the experience of a lifetime.

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This was a great way to see the highlights of the city when you only have a short time to visit. Included in our ticket was the transfer on SIT Shuttle Bus from the Civitavecchia cruise terminal to Rome. For those who may have trouble walking It is quite a walk to the Hop on Hop Off Bus stop from the SIT shuttle drop off point. Catching a taxi is a good idea for those with impaired walking abilities. The full route was longer than advertised because of traffic but for us that was fine. We enjoyed seeing the city on top of the bus. The Hop On Hop Off signs were easy enough to spot. There were employees around the area pointing us in the right direction. The Get your Guide Employee at the cruise terminal was very informative and did his job well. He made sure we understood where to go and what to do.

Went without a hitch .... Lady was waiting with a sign where the port shuttle dropped us at 8.30am and the bus left for Rome at 9.30am sharp. Excellent bus with wifi. Pleasant trip through the countryside with some traffic through Rome. Drop-off at Termini 2 blocks from our hotel in under 2 hours. Highly recommended. Ian from Australia 19th Nov 2022

Transportation from the cruise port to the city! They were punctual, and everything went smoothly!

Easy access to transportation, bus comfortable and on time

The bus left on time, was comfortable, and we had wifi.