Santa Severa Castle and Civitavecchia Tour: Discover Medieval Castle and Maritime Historic Harbor

Escape the crowds of Rome and embark on a half-day tour to Santa Severa Castle and Civitavecchia. Explore medieval castles, learn about maritime history, and enjoy private car transfers from Rome.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Rome - For your convenience, we will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Rome in a clean, air-conditioned car.
  • Santa Severa - Your Private Guide will accompany you as you travel to Santa Severa, a small sea resort on the Via Aurelia. Here, you will visit the historic Castello di Santa Severa, which has served as a military stronghold, a resting spot for popes and Roman dignitaries, and even as a Nazi storage building.
  • Santa Severa Castle - With skip-the-line tickets you will enjoy priority admission to the monumental complex, including the Museum of the Sea and Ancient Navigation, the Castle Museum, and the Museum of the Territory. You can go back over the Etruscan history of Pyrgi, learn about maritime history and ancient navigation!
  • Civitavecchia - Another highlight of this tour will be a visit to Civitavecchia, where you can see the main port of the Lazio region and stroll around the promenade of Piazza della Vita by Fortezza Michelangelo. There will be free time for lunch and souvenir shopping, and we will drop you off at your accommodation in Rome.
What's Included
  • Private Half-Day Guided Trip from Rome to Santa Severa Castle and Civitavecchia by Car
  • 5-Star Private Guide fluent in your chosen language
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Santa Severa Castle
  • Interesting facts about Civitavecchia port provided
  • Private car transfers, including pickup and drop-off at your Rome accommodation
What's Not Included
  • Lunch (optional)
  • Tickets to Saracen Tower (Approx. EUR 12)
Additional Information

Escape Rome’s hustle and bustle, and experience the gorgeous beaches and one of Italy’s most striking medieval castles in Santa Severa. Delve into maritime history and witness the ancient harbor and Fortezza Michelangelo in Civitavecchia.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Explore Santa Severa Castle and Civitavecchia with a private, 5-star rated guide
  • Benefit from expedited access to Santa Severa Castle with skip-the-line tickets
  • Gain knowledge about the maritime history and Etruscan civilization
  • Observe Civitavecchia’s harbor and Fortezza Michelangelo
  • Enjoy direct private car transfers from your accommodations in Rome

This half-day tour from Rome is designed for those who wish to soak in the history and natural beauty of the Tyrrhenian coast. With private car transfers and an expert, 5-star rated guide at your side, you’ll explore ancient castles, fortresses, beautiful beaches, and bustling ports of Santa Severa and Civitavecchia. Allow us to guide you on an unforgettable journey!

  • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Santa Severa Castle grant you immediate entry at your booked time, without waiting in line at the ticket office. Admission includes the Museum of the Sea and Ancient Navigation, the Castle Museum, and the Museum of the Territory. Admission to Saracen Tower is excluded. Some attractions, museums and exhibitions may be temporarily closed.
  • We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van or minibus for groups of 5 people and more. If you’re traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
  • For the convenience of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 people in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
  • Lunch can be arranged upon request.
Location
Rome
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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L129odpetrac
Sep 15, 2024
Wow... - Just wow...more than expected. We thought a medieval castle Ber it opened up a mixture of antiquity and medieval times. An exhibition on Ancient Shipping Nautical Merchant Rods of the Ancient Romans. Special exhibition Fashion over time. Of course the location by the sea is wonderful.
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