Civitavecchia se estableció en el año 108 D.C., por el Emperador Trajano y desde entonces ha servido fielmente como puerta de entrada a la capital del Imperio, Roma. Una vez que el centro del mundo antiguo de la cual emperadores gobernaron durante casi toda la civilización occidental, Roma sigue siendo una meca cultural. Pasee por las antiguas salas del Coliseo o contemple los techos de la Capilla Sixtina.

La Spezia, Italy is a stunning town not far from some of Italy’s most famous cities like Pisa, Genoa and Florence. Historically, La Spezia was a prominent trade center during the Roman Empire. Today it remains not only one of Italy’s busiest port towns, but also home to the country’s largest naval base. As a stop on a Cinque Terre cruise, La Spezia is convenient, centrally located, and a little underrated.

The city is a major stop for a variety of Mediterranean cruises, and passengers often continue on to Ligurian cities like Cinque Terre, Pisa, or Genoa from La Spezia. Cinque Terre is merely a thirty minute westbound train from Stazione La Spezia Centrale, making it easy to explore the port of call and surrounding areas in a day or half-day excursion. Florence, too, is just two hours away—start your day on the coast of the Ligurian Sea and end the day looking up in awe at the Gothic-style Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

From the La Spezia cruise port, you’ll have a view of commercial and passenger ships coming and going from the port’s plentiful canals and inlets. Don’t miss views of the Apuan Alps and Cinque Terre to the west. On your Cinque Terre cruise, the opportunities are plentiful to explore inland cities and seaside towns alike.

There are few towns more picturesque than Portofino, an Italy cruise destination that rivals Cinque Terre, Florence, and Rome. This small and intimate vacationer’s haven offers Portofino cruise passengers the quintessential Italian experience. You’ll be tendered via boat to a land of sunshine, beach umbrellas, and fresh seafood, where you can scuba dive to see a statue of Christ underwater, or enjoy a challenging hike up Monte de Portofino for the afternoon.

Portofino begs you to turn off the notifications on your phone, order a cold drink or sip a cappuccino, and enjoy the finer things in life. The pastel homes and buildings against the glittering lure of the Ligurian Sea is a feast for the eyes. Sure, you could venture on to Genoa or spend a day in San Rocco, but Portofino has all the simple pleasures you could ask for. Portofino, oozing Italian charm and brimming with art and history, is proof that you don’t have to compete with Italy’s big cities for a great time.

Situado en el noreste de Sicilia, en las laderas de las montañas de Peloritani, Messina es un lugar antiguo con una historia fascinante. Caminar por las ruinas de Santa María Alemanna iglesia, construida en 1220 por los caballeros teutónicos. Usted también querrá ver el Duomo, la catedral románica y Norman, que incluye una exhibición de artefactos en su tesorería.

On a cruise to Taranto, a city that’s tucked neatly under Italy’s heel, you’ll be enchanted by the city’s old-world charm and traditions. Borgo Antico, the island meeting point between the open sea and the bay, is filled with narrow alleys and streets. Stroll down Vicolo dei Bacio, also known as “kiss alley,” as it’s impossible for two people to pass on this street without brushing against each other.

The sea provides a scenic backdrop while stopped here on a cruise to Italy from almost every venue in both the old city and the more modern area of Taranto. The Sailor Monument, which pays homage to Italy’s Navy, the bridges that connect the old and new city, and the fishing boats tied up on the northeast side of the island are ever-present and gentle reminders of the beautiful bay and the sea beyond.

Kotor ofrece algunas de las obras arquitectónicas más bien conservadas en toda la costa del Adriático, con lugares de interés como la Catedral de San Trifón. Construida en 1166, hay frescos que datan de cientos de años, y gran parte de la labor de socorro de oro y plata realizado por maestros artesanos de la ciudad de la época se llevan a cabo para su custodia entre sus muros.

Bordeada de palmeras, esta ciudad costera del Adriático también es una meca cultural. Dentro de los muros del Palacio de Diocleciano, descubrirá numerosos edificios históricos, museos, el Teatro Nacional y una colección de antiguas iglesias. Cultura, belleza, la maravilla de la naturaleza – Split lo tiene todo.