Things to Do

Rome

Steven GuillemetMust 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.

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Dao TianMust See

Pantheon

4.8 (274,195)

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

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Dejan JankovicMust See

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

4.7 (91,701)

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

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Niels van overloopPopular

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.

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James JappyPopular

Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

4.8 (141,778)

Ruins of ancient Rome's center with temples and arches. Combo ticket with Colosseum. Imperial history.

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Filippo B29Popular

Spanish Steps

4.6 (103,461)

Elegant staircase linking piazza to church, great for people-watching. Nearby shopping. Romantic spot.

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nicolas romagnaHidden Gem

Trastevere

Charming neighborhood with ivy-covered alleys, trattorias, and no tourists. Evening wander. Authentic Roman life.

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Morten HindsholmHidden Gem

Campo de' Fiori

Morning market with flowers, produce, and street food. Historic square. Lively local vibe.

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ArcheoGuide visite culturaliHidden Gem

Aventine Keyhole

4.7 (658)

Peek through Knights' keyhole for perfect St. Peter's frame. Secret spot. Instagram gold.

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Ibiza

Javier MartinMust See

Dalt Vila (Old Town)

4.8 (93)

UNESCO walled Renaissance town with cathedral, ramparts overlooking sea. Walking from port.

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Valentina AndolfoPopular

Cala Comte Beach

4.7 (8,277)

Cliffside turquoise cove with sunset views and chiringuitos. Bus/taxi west.

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Maria Antonietta RicagnoPopular

Santa Eulalia Port

4.5 (1,216)

Elegant marina promenade north with Puig de Missa church. Relaxed alternative.

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Las Dalias de IbizaHidden Gem

Las Dalias Hippy Market

4.2 (12,350)

Boho crafts, world music Tuesdays/Saturdays. Cultural shopping.

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Scuba Ibiza Diving CenterHidden Gem

Atlantis Diving Center

4.8 (268)

Wreck and reef dives from Santa Eulalia. Underwater adventure.

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Andy BarthelHidden Gem

Es Vedrà Rock

4.9 (213)

Mythical limestone islet inspiring legends; boat or viewpoint hikes. Mystical.

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Palermo

Marco OrruMust See

Palermo Cathedral

4.7 (48,251)

Norman-Arab-Byzantine mix with royal tombs and dome mosaics. Treasury exhibits. Architectural fusion.

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Maria Cristina FerruaMust See

Norman Palace & Palatine Chapel

4.7 (11,330)

Golden mosaics glittering in Arab-Norman chapel. Throne room tours. Royal splendor.

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Horst SammerPopular

Teatro Massimo

4.7 (54,617)

Grand opera house; Godfather finale location. Guided tours. Largest in Italy.

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Peter PiresPopular

Monreale Cathedral

4.8 (28,395)

Short bus ride to world's largest Byzantine mosaics of Christ Pantocrator. Cloister gardens. Mosaic masterpiece.

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Ballarò Market

4.4 (2,215)

Chaotic street food stalls with arancini, panelle, and seafood. Sensory overload. Authentic eats.

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Simone ParisHidden Gem

Quattro Canti

4.6 (29,482)

Baroque square with fountains and statues at four corners. Photo op. Urban jewel.

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Jana KrügerHidden Gem

Catacombs of the Capuchins

4.3 (15,036)

Mummified bodies in eerie corridors dressed in clothes. Macabre history. Chilling unique.

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Orto Botanico di PalermoHidden Gem

Orto Botanico di Palermo

4.3 (9,030)

Tropical plants, rare palms, and greenhouse in villa gardens. Butterfly house. Green oasis.

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Genoa

Maurizio Miozzi (Mizio)Must See

Genoa Aquarium

4.4 (79,285)

Europe's largest aquarium in Porto Antico with sharks, dolphins, and touch pools. Walk from port. Family favorite.

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Adina ŞipoşMust See

Rolli Palaces

4.3 (26)

UNESCO-listed Renaissance palaces open for tours. Opulent interiors. Genoa's noble history.

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Pierre JopePopular

Porto Antico

Revitalized harbor with museums, playgrounds, and sea views. Central hub. Easy exploration.

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Francesco MancusoPopular

Via Garibaldi

Street of grand palaces with museums like Palazzo Rosso. Street-level grandeur. Baroque beauty.

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Raffaele MessettiPopular

Boccadasse

Picturesque fishing village quarter with beach and gelato. Bus ride. Seaside charm.

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Monia DozziHidden Gem

Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi

Cliffside walk with sea views and wildflowers. Moderate hike. Nature lover's path.

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Santuario di Nostra Signora della GuardiaHidden Gem

Santuario della Madonna di Genova

4.7 (3,747)

Hilltop basilica with panoramic views and votive offerings. Hike or bus. Devotional gem.

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Massi RomaHidden Gem

Museo del Tesoro

4.6 (157)

Cathedral treasury with jewels and relics. Intimate collection. Hidden riches.

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Barcelona

流氓藥師劉信和Must See

Sagrada Familia

4.8 (316,783)

Antoni Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece basilica with towering spires and intricate facades. Book timed tickets for cruise excursions. Iconic symbol of Barcelona.

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Maurizio RangilloMust See

Park Guell

4.4 (229,753)

Whimsical Gaudi park with mosaic lizards, gingerbread houses, and city views. Shuttle or hop-on bus from port. Must for architecture fans.

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Alberto Roldan AguilarMust See

La Rambla

4.4 (8,901)

Bustling pedestrian street from port area to Gothic Quarter lined with street performers. Street food and markets. Vibrant people-watching.

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Kris SirkPopular

Gothic Quarter

Medieval maze of narrow streets, plazas, and cathedral. Cathedral entry and tapas spots. Walkable from cruise terminal.

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Muhammad Bilal MaqsoodPopular

Casa Batllo

4.7 (198,705)

Gaudi's colorful 'House of Bones' with wavy facade and rooftop dragons. Audio guide tours. Modernisme gem.

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Animekh MisraPopular

Barceloneta Beach

4.4 (14,828)

Golden sand beach with promenades, chiringuitos, and volleyball. Metro or shuttle from port. Urban beach escape.

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Juergen GHidden Gem

Mercat de la Boqueria

4.5 (207,579)

Historic food market off La Rambla with fresh seafood, jamon, and pinchos. Graze like a local. Sensory delight.

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Tito RubioHidden Gem

Montjuic Castle

4.4 (60,163)

Hilltop fortress with gardens, views, and cable car access. Funicular from port area. Panoramic overlook.

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Quan LeHidden Gem

Picasso Museum

4.4 (38,106)

Collection of early Picasso works in Gothic palace. Quiet art haven. Less crowded than big sites.

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Laura V. G.Hidden Gem

Bunkers del Carmel

4.6 (17,425)

Abandoned anti-aircraft batteries with 360-degree city views. Short hike up. Urban explorer's secret.

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Marseille

Jodie DonnardMust See

Notre-Dame de la Garde

4.7 (48,775)

Hilltop basilica with golden Madonna and 360 panoramic views. Funicular or bus from port. Must-see viewpoint.

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Michela di PintoMust See

Vieux Port

4.6 (6,981)

Historic old port with boats, fish market, and cafes. Starting point for walks. Iconic Marseille scene.

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Franck LacuissePopular

MuCEM

4.4 (23,789)

Modern museum of Mediterranean civilizations in striking architecture over water. Exhibits and fortress. Cultural highlight.

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Parc national des CalanquesPopular

Calanques National Park

4.7 (21,062)

Dramatic limestone cliffs and turquoise coves for hiking or boat tours. Half-day excursion. Nature escape.

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Le Panier de MarseillePopular

Le Panier

4.5 (4,350)

Colorful old town quarter with street art, bistros, and hidden alleys. Wander freely. Bohemian charm.

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Yvan PerdreauHidden Gem

Palais Longchamp

4.6 (19,512)

19th-century palace with museums, zoo, and fountains. Park picnic spot. Grandiose yet quiet.

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B2nHidden Gem

Abbaye Saint-Victor

4.6 (3,730)

Ancient abbey with crypt dating to 5th century. Underground sarcophagi. Spiritual hidden spot.

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akka rymkah13Hidden Gem

Cours Julien

4.5 (545)

Hip street art district with murals, vegan eats, and record shops. Street market days. Edgy local vibe.

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Things to Do

Rome

Colosseum

Pantheon

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Trevi Fountain

Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Spanish Steps

Trastevere

Campo de' Fiori

Aventine Keyhole

Ibiza

Dalt Vila (Old Town)

Cala Comte Beach

Santa Eulalia Port

Las Dalias Hippy Market

Atlantis Diving Center

Es Vedrà Rock

Palermo

Palermo Cathedral

Norman Palace & Palatine Chapel

Teatro Massimo

Monreale Cathedral

Ballarò Market

Quattro Canti

Catacombs of the Capuchins

Orto Botanico di Palermo

Genoa

Genoa Aquarium

Rolli Palaces

Porto Antico

Via Garibaldi

Boccadasse

Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi

Santuario della Madonna di Genova

Museo del Tesoro

Barcelona

Sagrada Familia

Park Guell

La Rambla

Gothic Quarter

Casa Batllo

Barceloneta Beach

Mercat de la Boqueria

Montjuic Castle

Picasso Museum

Bunkers del Carmel

Marseille

Notre-Dame de la Garde

Vieux Port

MuCEM

Calanques National Park

Le Panier

Palais Longchamp

Abbaye Saint-Victor

Cours Julien