Italy Cruises: Plan Your Italy Holiday | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Eat, pray and love your way through Italy's tasty trattorias, calming cathedrals and romantic retreats.

Italy is brimming with world-class art and architecture, timeless natural scenery and a food and wine scene against which all others are judged. Roam the lively streets of the Eternal City of Rome, and see the Colosseum in its massive, ancient glory. Check out the unmistakable Duomo ('dome') of Florence, and taste your way through the wineries of the nearby Chianti hills. Cruise to Italy and ride a gondola down the serpentine canals of Venice, and see the brilliant gold mosaics of St Mark's Basilica. Or hike volcanic Mount Vesuvius and refuel with a classic Neapolitan pizza in Naples.

The Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, Rome, Italy.

The Ultimate History Class

Whether you traipse through the 'Eternal City' of Rome or get lost in the museums and chapels of Florence, history lives in Italy – and outside it. Trips to the city-states of San Marino and Vatican City make for great excursions during your holiday.

Look Up!

History class comes alive in Italy's iconic structures and celebrated art galleries. From gazing upward at the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, to combing through the dozens of timeless works that make Florence's Uffizi Gallery famous (including 'The Birth of Venus'), Italy's artistic heritage is as impressive in the big picture as it is in the finer details.

Santa Maria del Fiore Gothic Church in Florence, Italy

Live Forever in Eternal Cities

Rome is Italy's Eternal City, with its massive Colosseum and the ruins of the Roman Forum, but there are other spots here with roots equally as deep. In Florence, visit the Gothic church of Santa Maria del Fiore, built on the site of a 7th-century chapel. In Venice, you can set foot in 9th-century St Mark's Basilica and see the dazzling gold mosaics from Byzantine times.

Visit a City-State (or Two)

Regardless of your religious beliefs, no trip to Rome is complete without a tour of Vatican City, where the splendour transcends its Catholic identity. From Florence or Venice, visit the mountainous micro-country of San Marino, which boasts an 11th-century citadel that rests hundreds of feet above the ground.

Journey by Foot and Fork

Take advantage of Italy's varied topography with hikes in the hills of Tuscany or through the villages of Cinque Terre. Refuel by enjoying Italy's world-class food scene, perfect for culinary aficionados who don't mind a little indulgence.

Walk on the Wild Side

Who says Italy is only churches, pizza and high-brow art? Take a hike through the hills of the Tuscany region or have a dip in the crystalline waters of Capri, where the harbour is filled with yachts as far as the eye can see. From the pristine coasts to the rolling hills, Italy is a natural beauty.

Dare to Stray

Even if you stick to 'mainstream' Italian destinations, you can still spice up your time in Italy. Ride a vaporetto (a local form of taxi boat) from Venice to the colorful island of Burano, or take a westward train ride from the port city of La Spezia to the lush coast of Cinque Terre. These are great alternatives to going south and east to Florence or Pisa.

Restaurant with the Colosseum in the Background

Twirl Your Fork

Sophia Loren famously said that she'd rather eat pasta and drink wine than be a size zero, which is a great attitude to have while visiting Italy. Indulge in the notorious pizza of Naples or the award-winning pastas of Rome's Trastevere district – you'll need the energy for exploring cities on foot.

Culture, History and Sun-Soaked Beaches

Start off on the historic streets of Rome: Eat the best pasta of your life, catch a glimpse of the Pope and follow the old-time aperitivo tradition with an afternoon spritz. Then cruise along Italy's sunny coastline to explore seaside towns full of rustic charm and enticing beaches.

Italy Rome Couple Holding Hands by Historical Building and Fountain

Get Romantic in Rome

Before boarding the best cruises from Rome, explore the ancient streets once trodden by gladiators and great artists alike. Kick off your dreamiest cruise yet by feasting on pasta, pizza and local wines.

Italy Amalfi Coast Family Enjoying the Beach

Set Foot on Exotic Shores

Cruise to the warm, crystal-clear waters of the Amalfi Coast, Greece, Spain and France. Relax on the world's most unique beaches, explore ancient historical architecture and indulge in favourite local dishes.

Say Buongiorno to Adventure

Eat, pray and love your way through the tasty trattorias, calming cathedrals and romantic retreats

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CUISINE WITH A PAST-A

Italian cuisine is popular all over the world, but you've never really eaten it until you've had it in Italy. From familiar favorites like pizza and pasta, to a delightful variety of Italian meats and finishing touches like bitter espresso and sweet gelato, food is an essential part of the Italy travel experience.

Leaning Towers of Pizza

As its name suggests, Dal Presidente Pizza in Naples is famous because President Bill Clinton enjoyed its pizza during a visit. Whether you choose a simple margherita (mozzarella and tomato) or a complex capricciosa (the heat cooks the raw egg on top of it), Neapolitan pizza is sure to get your vote.

Next-Level Noodles

Pasta in Italy will change your life, whether you choose egg-and-bacon carbonara or pasta primavera, which pairs farfalle with fresh seasonal vegetables. No matter where in the country you are, choose a place that makes its pasta fresh –— and one where patrons speak more Italian than English.

Scoop It Up

Gelato is not just 'Italian ice cream'. It uses more milk and fewer eggs (zero, in fact) than ice cream, but that's just the start of why it's essential to Italian dining. Try classic flavours like rich stracciatella (milk flavour with chocolate shavings) and fruity amarena, which tastes like cherries.

RELATED PORTS

Want to learn more about Italy's most exciting ports of call? Visit Civitavecchia to explore the port of Rome, bustling Naples and the yacht-filled Isle of Capri. Venice is more than just canals and gondolas, while La Spezia is an ideal entry point to both Florence's Renaissance-era art and Pisa's Leaning Tower.