Cruises to Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Port description
Civitavecchia - Rome, a town in the central Italian region of Lazio, is bound to have huge appeal for many holiday makers, as it is the primary seaport for Rome, and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Civitavecchia has much to recommend it too, including many historic buildings which are well worth seeing before hopping onto any train into Rome.
The harbour of Civitavecchia was originally built by the Roman Emperor Trajan at the beginning of the second century AD. The town was a Byzantine stronghold during the High Middle Ages, before being captured by the Saracens in 828 and later acquired by the Papal States. It became a free port in 1696, and then later the main port for Rome.
Typical Excursion
Built in the early 16th century to help defend Rome, Forte Michelangelo is a magnificent sight. The upper part of it’s' 'maschio' tower was designed by Renaissance artist Michelangelo, hence the name of the fortress. Similarly imposing is Santa Severa Castle, just outside the town towards Rome. The courtyard here is a pleasant place to walk around, and the castle also has the bonus of being right next to a beach!
Speaking of beaches, you won't struggle to find a good number and diversity of them close to Civitavecchia. The sandy beach at Saint Augustine, for one, spans almost two kilometres and is great for sunbathing and playing beach sports, like football and volleyball. Meanwhile, the beach at Pirago is near some of the most beautiful buildings in Civitavecchia, and is popular with tourists during both day and night. For a fun and relaxing beach holiday, then, Ideal Cruising's cruise deals to Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy, are a very attractive proposition.
When you feel the need for something to eat and drink, you should head for the main street between the train station and the harbour of Civitavecchia. Here, you will find loads of restaurants, pizzerias and bars, and the prices are often relatively low. Among the best restaurants in Civitavecchia is Ristorante Stuzzichino, in the historical town centre, which serves delicious seafood cuisine in a pleasant atmosphere, and Pizzeria al Ghetto, which is only open at night and serves margarita and anchovy pizzas.
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