Italy Cruises

The Colosseum, Rome, Italy (Photo: Irina Mos/Shutterstock)

About Italy Cruises

Italy may have more iconic works of art than any other country in the Mediterranean; it's home to Michelangelo's David and the Sistine Chapel, among masterpieces. But Italy is more than painting and sculpture. Two of the world's most beloved cities, Rome and Venice, are also major cruise ports, while other famous regions, such as the Amalfi Coast and the Cinque Terre on the coast and Florence and Tuscany inland, are easily reachable. Pack your stretchy pants; your meals in Italy may be your best ever.

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Oceania Vista
Oceania's new Vista docked alongside in Valletta, Malta on May 8, 2023 (Photo: Aaron Saunders)

24 Night
World Cruise

95 Reviews
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Sirena
Sirena

10 Night
Mediterranean Cruise

288 Reviews
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Wind Surf
Wind Surf

8 Night
Classic Italy & The Dalmatian Coast 8d Cvv-vce

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Seven Seas Navigator
Seven Seas Navigator

10 Night
Mediterranean - Western Cruise

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Nachi Cocom Beach Club

14 Night
14 Nt Italy, Spain, Azores Transatlantic

128 Reviews
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12 Night
Mediterranean Odyssey

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10 Night
Mediterranean - Eastern Cruise

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7 Night
France, Italy & Greece Cruise

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7 Night
Venice,the Adriatic & Greece

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12 Night
Greece, Italy & Turkey Cruise

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15 Night
Transatlantic Cruise

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11 Night
Best Of Mediterranean

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11 Night
Mediterranean - Western Cruise

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23 Night
Mediterranean Cruise

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14 Night
Italy,the Adriatic & Greece

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More about Italy

What is the best time to cruise to Italy?

September and October are a beautiful time to cruise to Italy, as the weather is still mild, but most of the crowds have left for the summer. Most cruise lines don't visit Italy between January and March.

Which cruise lines go to Italy?

Many cruise lines include Civitavecchia (for Rome) on Western Mediterranean itineraries, along with ports like Livorno for Florence and Naples; these include MSC Cruises, Norwegian, Celebrity, Holland America, Royal Caribbean, Oceania and more. Azamara has some itineraries with multiple Italian ports. You can also take a river cruise to Italy along the Po River on Uniworld, CroisiEurope and European Waterways.

What are some things to do in Italy?

Italy is known for its art museums (look into skip-the-line tickets to avoid the crowds), world-famous culinary traditions and a host of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A drive along the Amalfi Coast is a memorable way to spend a day; Venice is a treasure trove of winding canals and well-worn shops

Do you need a passport to take a cruise to Italy?

Yes.

What should I pack for a cruise to Italy?

Pack comfortable walking shoes for seeing the sights along with warm layers for cooler temperatures at night.

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