Mediterranean Adventure: Pisa & Rome, Italy!

The first port we went to in Italy was La Spezia, which was only about an hour away from Pisa. We were able to take the train to the Pisa station and walk through the historical streets directly to the tower. I was surprised because at the end of an unassuming street with restaurants and shops, we were immediately at the base of the tower. I was expecting to see it looming in the distance. It was a beautiful day, and we stopped for the traditional tourist 'holding up the tower' pictures, before returning to La Spezia for a quick Pizza lunch, and back to the ship.

The next Italian port was Civitavecchia, which is about an hour's train ride from Rome! It cost us 9 euro, return trip and included our metro transfers! We took the train to Rome Termini, and took the subway two stops to Colosseo. Again, when we exited the subway, the Colosseum was right there! We spent the full day walking around Rome and were able to see the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, St. Peter's Basilica (from a distance) and many other piazzas.  We managed to find time for a mid-morning cappuccino break (apparently a faux pas in Italy) and a late pizza lunch.

Pantheon

Trevi Fountain

Colosseum