The tour departs from the arrival point of the free shuttles for cruise passengers. Begin your tour in the Historic Centre, passing through Piazza Calamatta, one of the city’s most important historic squares. Continue along the ancient fortified walls that frame the route.

Learn about the Cathedral of San Francesco d’Assisi, built in the 17th century and one of the most imposing churches in the city. Pass by the National Archaeological Museum, which houses artefacts that reveal the city’s ancient origins, and the Forte Michelangelo, a historic fortress designed by Bramante, offering impressive views of the sea and the port.

Explore the Civitavecchia Marina, travelling along the seafront. For those wishing to enjoy a gastronomic stop, Il Pirgo is the perfect destination—an area renowned for its seafood restaurants, where you can taste typical dishes such as the traditional Civitavecchia fish soup.

Don’t miss the Church of the SS. Japanese Martyrs, famous for its unique frescoes by Japanese painter Luca Hasegawa, which decorate the interior and beautifully blend Christian art with Eastern influences.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to see the exterior of the Terme Taurine, an ancient thermal complex located a few kilometres outside the city, dating back to the Etruscan and Roman periods. This archaeological site, one of the most significant in southern Etruria, bears witness to the Roman culture of wellness. A visit to the thermal baths is optional, but it offers an extraordinary chance to immerse yourself in the history of ancient thermal traditions.

During the tour, you will also have the chance to hop off at designated stops, the guide will indicate the best places to explore the city on your own. At the end of your free time, you can take the bus back to the port and then use the free shuttle bus to reach your cruise ship