Civitavecchia
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Civitavecchia — Disembarkation & Rome, the Eternal City
City/Region Overview
You return this morning to Civitavecchia — Rome's ancient seaport and the same harbor from which your pilgrimage set sail eleven nights ago. Founded by the Emperor Trajan in the 2nd century A.D. and guarded by a Renaissance fortress designed by Michelangelo, Civitavecchia has served as the maritime gateway to Rome for nearly two millennia — including, in the ancient world, for ships carrying goods, travelers, and the occasional prisoner to and from the imperial capital. Today it serves the same purpose: connecting the sea to the greatest city the ancient world ever produced. After disembarking the Celebrity Ascent, our group transfers directly into Rome for our final and profoundly moving Faith-Based Tour — the culmination of our entire Voyage of Paul.
Port & City Relationship
- Disembarkation at Civitavecchia Cruise Terminal — the process is typically completed by late morning; your Celebrity Today newsletter will provide your specific disembarkation time and color/number group
- The cruise terminal is approximately a 10-minute walk to the town center of Civitavecchia
- Rome city center is approximately 80 km (50 miles) from the port — 60–90 minutes by road or 45–75 minutes by train
- Our group's Faith-Based Tour to Rome departs from the terminal today — all transportation is included; meet at the designated assembly point with your luggage ready to check
What to See, Do & Eat Nearby
- Rome — Our Group Tour Today: The Colosseum, the Roman Forum (viewed from Campidoglio), the Pantheon, the Circus Maximus, the Arch of Titus, the Arch of Constantine, the Baths of Caracalla, the Victor Emanuel Monument, the Monti Region, the Mamertine Prison, and the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls
- Basilica di San Paolo fuori le Mura (Faith-Based highlight) — One of Rome's four major papal basilicas; houses the Tomb of St. Paul the Apostle; entry to the basilica is free; Papal Crypt entry approx. €4 [~$4.50 USD]
- The Mamertine Prison (Carcer Tullianum) — Ancient underground prison revered as the site of Peter's imprisonment before his crucifixion; entry approx. €6 [~$7 USD]; a deeply moving, sacred visit
- The Colosseum — Should time allow; entry €18–22 (advance booking essential) [~$20–24 USD]
- Caffè Sant'Eustachio — One of Rome's most celebrated espresso institutions, near the Pantheon; espresso approx. €1.20–2 [~$1.30–2.20 USD] standing at the bar
Getting Around
- Group Transfer (included in our Faith-Based Tour today)
- Train (Civitavecchia → Roma Termini): Regional trains run every 30–60 minutes; approx. €5–8 [~$6–9 USD] per person; journey 45–75 min; useful for those departing independently after the tour
- Private Transfer (port → Rome center/airport): approx. €100–140 to city center; €120–160 to Fiumicino Airport (FCO) [~$110–175 USD]; pre-book for guaranteed availability on disembarkation day
- Taxi: Licensed taxis queue at the port; approx. €120–150 to Rome city center [~$132–165 USD]; agree on fare before departing
- ⚠️ Important: Disembarkation day can be busy and emotionally full — allow plenty of time, keep your travel documents and passport accessible, and ensure your flight home allows sufficient time from the port. Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is approximately 90 minutes from Civitavecchia by road.
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Start Time
Sep 17 5:00AM CEST