Rome (Civitavecchia) St. Peter's Square Excursion Reviews

Best tour we had on entire trip. Best tour guide we had on entire trip. She was wonderful.

Provider: Costa Cruises

Exceptional tour. Our guide had such passion and enthusiasm and taught us all so much history about the Vatican tour we took. Was booked as a 3-hour tour and she stretched it to 4 hours and we were all grateful for the extra time.

Provider: Independent Operator

This tour was a walking tour with many stops. Guide did a great job. Lunch inclued.

Provider: Princess Cruises

Our driver/tour guide met us at the ship. Maurizio, gave us a good explanation of what we would be seeing and set up our day so it would have a good flow. He arranged lunch for us at a local eatery and the food was fantastic. Unfortunately our ship docked late due to some issue at the Rome port so this really cut into our time in Rome. There is soooooo much to see in Rome that 8 hours does not do it justice. Our driver/tour guide showed us as much as he could with the time allowed we were rushed but he brought us to all the highlights of the city and returned us to the port in time - even accommodating us with a request to stop for gelato.

Provider: Independent Operator

Massive crowds for the weekly (Wednesday) appearance of the Pope which we had to pass on in order to see round the city.

Provider: Celebrity Cruises

While the square is impressive, the guide only gave us an hour to see it and the St. Peter's Basilica. There was a 2-hour wait to get into the basilica so there was no way we could get in to see it. Plus the fact that we were in Rome on a Sunday when the Vatican museum is closed made it pretty disappointing.

Provider: Independent Operator

Just as it looks on television, it was great to just stand there and imagine!

Provider: Independent Operator

Bit disappointed expected it to be much bigger, be warned do not eat anywhere by the square. we had 4 coffee's slice of pizza, and a ham role 55 euros. you have been warned.

Provider: Royal Caribbean International

Beautiful to see. We were not able to get into the Sistine chapel as it was Sunday. Be prepared for lots of people there. Stay with your guide.

Provider: Princess Cruises

Coach transfer and parking very close to all sites. Minimal walking. guide very instructive though ear pieces needed upgrading. Glad not go into colosseum as long queues and couldnt take bags in. Could leave things on coach so not need to carry lots.

Provider: Thomson Cruises

This was a very good tour well worth the visit

Provider: P&O Cruises

St. Peter's Square was wonderful.

Provider: Independent Operator

Didn't see too much! Rushed thru!

Provider: Royal Caribbean International

Because it was Sunday afternoon, this was not crowded and very enjoyable, albeit hot. Entered St. Peter's without a wait and enjoyed it very much.

Provider: Celebrity Cruises

Too many people selling fake designer goods, too many beggars.

Provider: P&O Cruises

Too long to get to Rome from Port, left just a short time, less than an hour of free time. Views from the coach of the sites was good but no opportunity to stop and take photos. We will go solo next time

Provider: Royal Caribbean International

Our tour guide was phenomenal. Her knowledge was amazing. Everything about Rome was fantastic, can't wait to go back.

Provider: Celebrity Cruises

No time to take pictures in the square or time to wander.

Provider: Norwegian Cruise Line

Visiting the Vatican means lots of waiting in line. It is worth every minute though. A once in a life time thrill.

Provider: Norwegian Cruise Line

St. Peter's Square was also disappointing. The pope made an appearance in the morning so most of the square was blocked off and there were huge white screens everywhere so people could get a better view of the pope. Unfortunately, the view of the Vatican and the square was obstructed.

Provider: Royal Caribbean International