
Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 107 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus worth booking?
Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus is a 1.5-hour experience in Lake Bracciano, Italy, from $31 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 107 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (107)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $31 per person
Discover Rome in Comfort with Our City Sightseeing Tour and Transfer from Civitavecchia!With our exclusive package, you can reach the Eternal City directly from the cruise port and explore it in total autonomy, saving time and money!Depart from Civitavecchia with our shuttle bus, located just a few steps from the cruise terminal. In just over an hour, you'll be in the heart of Rome, ready to begin your adventure.With the Hop On Hop Off City Sightseeing ticket, you can easily discover Rome's most iconic sights, such as the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Spanish Steps, and much more. Hop on and off at your leisure in our comfortable, modern double-decker buses, equipped with free Wi-Fi.Download our free Sightseeing Experience App and immerse yourself in the history and culture of Rome. Our audio guide, available in five languages, will take you through the city's hidden treasures and most famous landmarks, offering you trivia and valuable information.
What you get
About this experience
Discover Rome in Comfort with Our City Sightseeing Tour and Transfer from Civitavecchia!With our exclusive package, you can reach the Eternal City directly from the cruise port and explore it in total autonomy, saving time and money!Depart from Civitavecchia with our shuttle bus, located just a few steps from the cruise terminal. In just over an hour, you'll be in the heart of Rome, ready to begin your adventure.With the Hop On Hop Off City Sightseeing ticket, you can easily discover Rome's most iconic sights, such as the Colosseum, the Vatican, the Spanish Steps, and much more. Hop on and off at your leisure in our comfortable, modern double-decker buses, equipped with free Wi-Fi.Download our free Sightseeing Experience App and immerse yourself in the history and culture of Rome. Our audio guide, available in five languages, will take you through the city's hidden treasures and most famous landmarks, offering you trivia and valuable information.
What's included
Included
- Bracelet with useful contacts
- Hop On Hop off Rome ticket (if selected)
- City map
- Assistance on board bus
- Transfer with round trip bus with assistance in English, Spanish and Italian
Not included
- Drinks and Meals
- Pick up service at cruise port
- Hop On Hop off Rome ticket (if not selected)
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lake Bracciano
By Bus: Take the special public transport line service that connects the railway station with the cruise ships The cost is €6 one way (not included in this package) On Foot: Distance from the port, 600 meters from Forte Michelangelo, 1km and a half from Largo della Pace, about 20 minutes.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
By Bus: Take the special public transport line service that connects the railway station with the cruise ships The cost is €6 one way (not included in this package) On Foot: Distance from the port, 600 meters from Forte Michelangelo, 1km and a half from Largo della Pace, about 20 minutes.
Options you can book
Transfer Only In German 9.15
Transfer Only by bus: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia but not OpenBus in Rome.
Transfer+OpenBusinSpanish 8.45
Transfer + Hop On Hop Off: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia and Open Bus in Rome.
Transfer Only In Spanish 9.15
Transfer Only by bus: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia but not OpenBus in Rome.
Transfer Only In Italian 9.15
Transfer Only by bus: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia but not OpenBus in Rome.
Transfer Only In English 8.45
Transfer Only by bus: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia but not OpenBus in Rome.
Transfer Only In German 8.45
Transfer Only by bus: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia but not OpenBus in Rome.
Transfer+OpenBusinEnglish 9.15
Transfer + Hop On Hop Off: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia and Open Bus in Rome.
Transfer+OpenBusinGerman 9.15
Transfer + Hop On Hop Off: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia and Open Bus in Rome.
Transfer Only In Spanish 8.45
Transfer Only by bus: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia but not OpenBus in Rome.
Transfer+OpenBusinItalian 9.15
Transfer + Hop On Hop Off: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia and Open Bus in Rome.
Transfer+OpenBusinGerman 8.45
Transfer + Hop On Hop Off: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia and Open Bus in Rome.
Transfer Only In English 9.15
Transfer Only by bus: This option includes bus to Civitavecchia but not OpenBus in Rome.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, zh-TW, ru, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sightseeing Experience
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In order to reserve a seat for children under 2 years of age, it is necessary to select the free rate 'Infant (0-2)' at the time of purchase.
- Meeting point: While debarking take a shuttle bus for terminal Largo della Pace, you can find the Box n.7, City Sightseeing Box in front of shuttle bus arrival point, look for our staff wearing green t-shirt
- Arrival point in Rome: Piazzale Ugo La Malfa, Circus Maximus, at approximately 10:30 am
- Schedules are subject to change due to traffic
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
- 9:00 Departure from the port 10:30 Arrival in Rome - Circus Maximus Leisure 15:15 Meeting with the Staff for assistance at the Circus Maximus 15:30 Departure from the Circus Maximus 17:00 Arrival in Civitavecchia
- Transfer Only option doesn't include Open Bus ticket
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 107 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
107 verified traveler reviews for Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great tour guide!
Verena was a wonderful tour guide. She answered all our questions and provided us with fun facts and history along the ride. Being from the cruise ship, hard to truly enjoy the hop on/hop off because of time constraints, but that has nothing to do with the actual tour and how everything was managed. Verena was in touch through whatsapp and was easy to find her when getting off cruise ship. She was awesome!
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your feedback will be helpful for our future travelers!
via Tripadvisor
Very good experience
Verena was amazing from the beginning to the end. We got a message in the morning explaining the meeting point and giving us all the instructions. Our excursion was clearly better organised than the other companies meeting at the same terminal. The bus was comfortable and the AC was very much appreciated under the 35°C temperature. Bus was on time for the way back and we got back to the ship even before the estimated time. I totally recommend the service.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour of Rome from Civitivecchia
Manu our guide was superb with very informative guidance and advice. The tour was very well organised from civitivecchia with a nice air conditioned coach. The hop on hop off bus was very easy to find around the various stops in the city. We had an amazing time in Rome and will be coming back again 👌
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your review will be valuable for future travelers!
via Tripadvisor
Best ride to Rome from cruise port !!
The ride was a great experience ! Manuelo was amazing with the tour he was an amazing guide very helpful Thank you!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your feedback will be helpful for our future travelers!
via Viator
Very practical and low...
Very practical and low cost round trip transfer to Rome from the Civitavecchia port. On the way to Rome, the guide also provided some history as well.
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your feedback will be helpful for our future travelers!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $31 to $56
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 37
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sightseeing Experience, who run 48 experiences we rank across 9 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.1.
See everything Sightseeing Experience runsWhy this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lake Bracciano.
How much does Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus cost?
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Prices start at $31 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lake Bracciano usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lake Bracciano is not rushed.
Is Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 107 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Lake Bracciano, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus?
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Around 37 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lake Bracciano can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lake Bracciano and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lake Bracciano within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lake Bracciano?
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On Outty we rank every Lake Bracciano experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Civitavecchia Shore Excursion: Best of Rome Private Tour, Food Tasty and History Tour in Civitavecchia, Civitavecchia to Rome City: Private Tour of Rome Highlights. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lake Bracciano?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lake Bracciano?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus?
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Included: Bracelet with useful contacts; Hop On Hop off Rome ticket (if selected); City map; Assistance on board bus; and Transfer with round trip bus with assistance in English, Spanish and Italian. Not included: Drinks and Meals; Pick up service at cruise port; and Hop On Hop off Rome ticket (if not selected). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus?
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By Bus: Take the special public transport line service that connects the railway station with the cruise ships The cost is €6 one way (not included in this package) On Foot: Distance from the port. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus offered in?
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It is offered in German, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and In order to reserve a seat for children under 2 years of age, it is necessary to select th. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Lake Bracciano. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus?
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Across 107 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Rome from Civitavecchia Transfer with Optional Open Bus?
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There are 12 options to choose from, including Transfer Only In German 9.15, Transfer+OpenBusinSpanish 8.45, Transfer Only In Spanish 9.15, Transfer Only In Italian 9.15. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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