The Port of Civitavecchia unveiled the Donato Bramante Terminal, a modern upgrade designed to transform Rome’s cruise experience and reinforce the port’s status as a leading Mediterranean hub.

The new terminal is aimed at boosting tourism growth, regional employment, and infrastructure modernization around Rome’s main cruise access point, with improved service quality and travel safety.

By expanding capacity and upgrading facilities, the terminal strengthens Civitavecchia’s role as a major Mediterranean cruise hub, with expectations of millions of passengers and hundreds of ship calls as part of a broader port improvement program.

Passenger processing and information systems are enhanced, featuring 23 check-in kiosks (expandable to 46), about 30 digital information screens, and LAN columns to future‑proof digital connectivity.

Visitors are encouraged to explore Civitavecchia itself, with sights like Forte Michelangelo and Porta Livorno highlighted to promote overnight stays for some travellers.

Travel options from Civitavecchia to Rome include regional trains (roughly an hour), free port shuttles, and private transfers or taxis, with advice to allow extra time during peak periods.

Design elements echo Rome’s heritage, featuring spaces themed after iconic Roman landmarks to give passengers a sense of place before arriving in the Eternal City.

The project is expected to boost Rome’s tourism economy, leveraging Civitavecchia’s regional contribution of around €200 million annually and benefiting local hotels, restaurants, shops, and excursion services.

Dockside upgrades include extending the quay from nine to twenty-two meters, adding high‑capacity mooring points, upgraded port technology, and new 300‑ton bollards to enhance docking safety and efficiency.

The investment is part of Roma Cruise Terminal’s long‑running infrastructure plan since 2007, aimed at increasing efficiency and capacity for high-volume cruise traffic.

Key features include a large check-in hall with 23 counters (expandable), around 30 information screens, and a cruise bar for early arrivals or waiting travellers.

The terminal positions Civitavecchia to stay competitive with other European ports by enabling one-day turnarounds and longer itineraries as Mediterranean cruise schedules expand.