Civitavecchia Cruise Port: Things to Do, Excursions & Cruises Calling

About Civitavecchia

The Rome Cruise Terminal at Civitavecchia is an important hub for maritime transport in Italy, handling both goods and passengers. Part of the "Motorways of the Sea", the port is linked to several Mediterranean ports and represents one of the main connections between the Italian mainland and Sardinia.

What to see near the port

Many attractions are within easy reach of the terminal. The Fontana del Vanvitelli (rating 4.4, 351 reviews) and Ancient Fortress of Civitavecchia (rating 4.5, 73 reviews) are both just 0.4 km away. The Cattedrale di San Francesco d'Assisi (rating 4.5, 586 reviews) is equally close at 0.4 km, while Molo Del Bicchiere (rating 4.6, 68 reviews) offers a nearby waterfront experience. Further afield, Monumento Naturale La Frasca wildlife park is 7.4 km from the port (rating 4.3, 468 reviews).

Exploring the region

Civitavecchia provides access to wider Western Mediterranean cruises, with nearby ports including Barcelona, Cannes, Cagliari and Ajaccio.

Port of Civitavecchia, also known as "Port of Rome", or Civitavecchia Port of Rome, is the seaport of Civitavecchia, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy. It is an important hub for the maritime transport in Italy, for goods and passengers. The Rome Cruise Terminal is part of the port. Part of the "Motorways of the Sea", it is linked to several Mediterranean ports and represents one of the main links between the Italian mainland and Sardinia.

Things to do in Civitavecchia on a port day

Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.

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Church

Cattedrale di San Francesco d’Assisi

4.5 (586) 0.4 km from port

Near: Pam local Civitavecchia (37 m) · Centro Commerciale i Portici Shopping Center (59 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Stunning. Ship’s tour, local guide very knowledgable, so much history. Beautiful artworks.” — Donna Stevens
- 5 · “Great visit Construction kicked off in 1228, just two years after Francis’s death and right after his canonization by Pope…” — Steven Hipp
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Wildlife Park

Monumento Naturale La Frasca

4.3 (468) 7.4 km from port
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “A charming place. It's located near Civitavecchia. During the week, there's not a soul around, so it's a place of…” — valeria carnevali
- 5 · “This is where I live...” — Jens Rehders
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Tourist attraction

Fontana del Vanvitelli

4.4 (351) 0.3 km from port

Near: Kasanova (51 m) · Centro Commerciale i Portici Shopping Center (89 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “The fountain is not switched on. However, lovely fort area with such a rich history, I highly recommend taking a…” — Ella Sliti
- 5 · “NCL Cruise EPIC 2026 JUNE Adventure starts!” — Armani ConstructionMAX
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Historical landmark

Ancient Fortress of Civitavecchia

4.5 (73) 0.4 km from port

Near: McDonald's Civitavecchia (119 m) · Molo (141 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- 5 · “Construction began in 1508 when Pope Julius II laid the first stone. He commissioned the great Renaissance architect Donato Bramante…” — Steven Hipp
- 5 · “This is truly a gem of the town; everyone heading to the sea passes by and sees this beautiful architectural…” — Iryna Shchukina
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Tourist attraction

Molo Del Bicchiere

4.6 (68) 0.4 km from port

Near: McDonald's Civitavecchia (30 m) · Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Civitavecchia (68 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- 5 · “Molo del Bicchiere is a magical place, suspended between sky and sea. Ideal for a sunset stroll or a quiet…” — Sherin
- 5 · “Visited during a tour aboard the Amerigo Vespucci training ship. The Molo del Vetro and Villaggio Italia were clean and…” — Hannah Spantik
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