Celebrity Ascent: Rome to Rome | Croozie

Celebrity Ascent: Rome to Rome | Croozie

Things to Do

Rome

Rome

Colosseum

Must See

Colosseum

4.8 (483,501)

Ancient amphitheater for gladiator battles, day trip from port via train/shuttle. Iconic Rome must-see. Book skip-the-line.

Pantheon

Must See

Pantheon

4.8 (274,195)

Perfectly preserved Roman temple with oculus dome. Free entry. Architectural marvel.

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Must See

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

4.7 (91,701)

Michelangelo's ceiling and endless art treasures. Full-day excursion required. Spiritual pinnacle.

Trevi Fountain

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Trevi Fountain

4.7 (496,354)

Baroque fountain where you toss coins for return to Rome. Crowded but magical. Toss from your cruise bucket list.

Chania

Chania

Venetian Harbor

Must See

Venetian Harbor

4.8 (40,006)

Stroll the picturesque horseshoe-shaped harbor lined with cafes and lighthouse. Iconic postcard views make it a must for photos and people-watching during your short stop. Seafood lunch spots abound.

Chania Old Town

Must See

Chania Old Town

Wander narrow alleys with Ottoman and Venetian architecture, shops, and tavernas. Compact size perfect for cruisers to explore on foot independently. Leather goods and souvenirs galore.

Elafonisi Beach

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Elafonisi Beach

4.6 (32,562)

Relax on pink-sand beaches in clear waters, reachable by 1.5-hour bus tour. Paradise for swimming and shelling, with tavernas nearby. Group tours from port recommended.

Botanical Park of Crete

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Botanical Park of Crete

4.5 (3,529)

Explore tropical gardens, ponds, and aviaries in a river valley gorge. Peacocks roam free; short walks suit all. 20-minute drive from Chania, peaceful escape.

Ephesus

Ephesus

Ephesus Ancient City

Must See

Ephesus Ancient City

4.8 (36,578)

UNESCO Roman ruins with library, theater, and streets. Essential half-day tour.

House of Virgin Mary

Must See

House of Virgin Mary

4.5 (8,277)

Shrine believed to be Mary's final home. Spiritual pilgrimage site.

Ladies Beach

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Ladies Beach

4.2 (19,922)

Long sandy strand with watersports. Convenient from port.

Kusadasi Bazaar

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Kusadasi Bazaar

4.2 (4,206)

Turkish delights, carpets, and haggling. Vibrant shopping.

Istanbul

Istanbul

Hagia Sophia

Must See

Hagia Sophia

4.8 (134,196)

Byzantine masterpiece turned mosque with massive dome.

Blue Mosque

Must See

Blue Mosque

4.7 (115,926)

Stunning tiles and six minarets opposite Hagia Sophia.

Topkapi Palace

Must See

Topkapi Palace

4.6 (114,771)

Sultans' opulent home with harem and treasures.

Basilica Cistern

Must See

Basilica Cistern

4.6 (90,929)

Underground reservoir with Medusa heads.

Santorini

Santorini

Boat Tour to Nea Kameni Volcano

Must See

Boat Tour to Nea Kameni Volcano

4.5 (8)

Hike active crater and hot springs soak on classic caldera circuit. 3-4 hour tenders from Fira.

Fira Town

Must See

Fira Town

Cable car down to old port, shop jewelry, and dine clifftop with volcano views. Lively hub steps from tender dock.

Oia Village

Must See

Oia Village

Wander blue-domed churches and whitewashed Caldera cliffs at the postcard-perfect sunset spot. Bus or taxi from Fira/Athens.

Akrotiri Archaeological Site

Popular

Akrotiri Archaeological Site

4.4 (11,387)

Walk Minoan ruins preserved by volcanic ash like Pompeii, with advanced plumbing. Guided tours recommended.

Mykonos

Mykonos

Windmills of Kato Mili

Must See

Windmills of Kato Mili

4.6 (6,156)

Iconic 16th-century mills overlooking sea. Sunset photos.

Little Venice

Must See

Little Venice

Picturesque quarter with cafes over water. Windmill adjacency.

Paradise Beach

Popular

Paradise Beach

3.9 (939)

Party beach with DJs and umbrellas. Full-day vibe.

Delos Island

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Delos Island

4.7 (443)

Uninhabited archaeological site ferry ride. Apollo birthplace.

Naples

Naples

Mount Vesuvius

Must See

Mount Vesuvius

4.3 (8,132)

Hike active volcano crater with bay views. Strenuous add-on. Dramatic summit.

Pompeii

Must See

Pompeii

Frozen Roman city buried by Vesuvius. Guided excursion essential. Time-capsule wonder.

Naples National Archaeological Museum

Popular

Naples National Archaeological Museum

4.6 (35,833)

Pompeii artifacts, mosaics, and sculptures. Downtown. Treasure trove.

Castel Nuovo

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Castel Nuovo

4.4 (34,958)

Medieval fortress with triumphal arch. Waterfront. Moated majesty.