Gaeta

Gaeta

Italy

Explore the stunning clifftop Sanctuary of the Holy Mountain and wander through charming medieval streets overlooking the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea.

Currency Euro (EUR)
Language Italian
Time Zone CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit Apr–Oct
Typical Duration 9-14 nights
Price Range $2,460-$10,000 per person
Port Type Port of Call
Tender Port No

Gateway to the Italian Riviera and Campania region, offering access to historic coastal towns, ancient Roman ruins, and stunning Mediterranean scenery.

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Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Shopping Complex Campania Large stopping mall with all well known brands and also a large food court Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 51k Open · Closes 10 PM
Designer Outlet La Reggia Very good brands,nice shops,easy to walk around..perfect discounts Outlet mall · ★ 4.4 · 31k Closes soon · 8 PM
Valmontone Outlet Nice selection of stores very good prices Outlet mall · ★ 4.4 · 27k Closes soon · 8 PM
Itaca Shopping Center Nice shops and good food Shopping mall · ★ 4.1 · 7k Open · Closes 9 PM
Sanctuary of The Most Holy Trinity A must if you are ever in Gaeta! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 6k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat
Spiaggia di Serapo Very good service , everyone have to visit here if you are in Gaeta Public beach · ★ 4.5 · 5k Open 24 hours
Mount Orlando Worth the walk up from eastern side of Gaeta. Park · ★ 4.6 · 5k Open 24 hours
Passeggiata di Gaeta Medievale History, views, restaurants and other features. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 4k Open 24 hours
Lido Trecento Gradini This is by far the most beautiful beach in the Sperlonga/Gaeta area. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 4k Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Sat
Piana di Sant'Agostino Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 3k
Triestina Gaeta Big portions, good service, low prices, nice atmosphere. Cafe · ★ 3.9 · 3k Open · Closes 1 AM
Walk in Gaeta Onsite services Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 3k Open 24 hours
Comeilmare Excellent service, yummy scrumptious gluten-free food. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.1 · 2k Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Castello Angioino-Aragonese A very cool experience with a lot of history. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM Sat
Ristorante La Salute Great food, nice staff, amazing plates and gorgeous location! Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 2k Open · Closes 12 AM
Pizzeria del Porto di Carlo Avallone Great food, friendly service, reasonable prices, beautiful view. Pizza restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 2k Open · Closes 11 PM
Grotta del Turco Stunning view, and a must-go place if you are in Gaeta. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat
Bahia Blanca Gaeta The water is so clear and there is fish swimming right up to you. Lido · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Pizzeria Rustica Just fantastic, it's a place where locals eat and the Pizza is delicious. Pizza Takeout · ★ 4.6 · 1k Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Ristorante Bar La Garitta The service was amazing and the seafood pasta and antipasto was 10/10. Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k Open · Closes 1 AM
A casa mia The fried calamari was life changing and so was the pasta. Italian restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k Opens soon · 8 PM
Brio Bar Very tasty food for breakfast, good latte and americano too! Coffee shop · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open · Closes 9 PM
Rendez vous Great spirits & food. Sandwich shop · ★ 4.5 · 1k Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Kasa Incanto Amazing drinks & a wonderful atmosphere. Cafe · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 3 AM
Spiaggia di Fontania Good for swimming, snorkeling. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 1k Open 24 hours
Hermes Cool music, nice selection of beers and good food. Cafe · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open · Closes 12:30 AM
Mare Fritto...e isole comprese Clam pasta and anchovy balls were both delicious. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 1k Open · Closes 10:30 PM
La Taverna di Mino - Ristorante, Pub & Birreria Came here twice, tried so many dishes, everything was so good and creative. Meat dish restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k Open · Closes 2 AM
Bazzanti Café Very Delicious Cappuccino and Aperol for a good price! Bar · ★ 4.6 · 1k Open · Closes 9 PM
Grand Hotel Le Rocce The food and drinks were very good, a bit pricey, but nothing unexpected. Hotel · ★ 4.7 · 1k
La Macelleria Gaeta The food was amazing, specially the seafood and an exceptional service Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k Open · Closes 12 AM
Polo Commerciale GATE A You can buy everything except clothes and shoes. Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 1k Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Ariana Beach Garden Lido Ristorante Crystal clear water, beautiful sandy beach and clean and tidy lido. Lido · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat
La Tana Di Cagliostro When is good is good, decent price amazing food. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4 · 1k Open · Closes 11 PM
Trattoria Donna Nina Amazingly friendly atmosphere, delicious and varied cuisine. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 1k Open · Closes 10 PM
Serapo Crowded in the summer period and enjoyable . Beach · ★ 4.6 · 1k
Temple of Saint Francis of Assisi You will also see the panoramic view of Gaeta which is breathtaking. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Sat
Radio Bottega The Negroni and caprese martini were incredible. Cocktail bar · ★ 4.7 · 1k Open · Closes 2 AM
Spiaggia Selvaggia My favourite beach ever, the water is just so cristal clear. Public beach · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat
Pizzeria Friggitoria Da Carrettella Amazing food, not expensive, great host. Pizza restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Antico Vico Really good food and excellent service by Angelika and Daya! Southern Italian restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 0k Open · Closes 10:30 PM
Ristorante Magie Dei Sapori a Gaeta A must-visit for anyone craving genuine Italian cuisine served with a smile! Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open · Closes 10 PM
Parco Regionale Riviera di Ulisse Hiking & historic sites along the coast Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open 24 hours
The Dutch Pub, L'Olandese - Gaeta ... Rome and Naples, here they always have something new and good. Pub · ★ 4.4 · 0k Open · Closes 1 AM
The Café Gaeta by Gennaro Spierto The service was impeccable and friendly, and the prices are very reasonable. Coffee shop · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM
Rude Club Good beer selection, good atmosphere, good food 👌 Pub · ★ 4.4 · 0k Open · Closes 2 AM
Waves Ristorante A place where you can eat even before noon, which is a miracle in Italy. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Andale Pie with octopus and octopus salad is a must Southern Italian restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
La Bella Napoli 2.0 Really good food, very reasonably priced and kids loved it. Pizza restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Addù Mammà a Gaeta The service was very good and the food was incredible. Neapolitan restaurant · ★ 4.2 · 0k Open · Closes 12:30 AM
Marelì Cozy, friendly service and creative dishes. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM
Bar Cafeteria Mind blowing views, friendly staff, good coffee and cake! Bar · ★ 3.8 · 0k Open · Closes 9 PM
Caffè Cavour di Santoro Diego Of all the places I’ve had coffee in Gaeta, this is THE BEST one by far. Bar · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open · Closes 11:30 PM
Pablito I tried their lasagna and the traditional Gaeta seafood Tiella. Sandwich shop · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM
Caffé Piazza Roma Nice view, good coffee and wonderful pastry. Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 AM Sat
Bless Gaeta Awesome food, natural wine, and fantastic hospitality in Gaeta! Eclectic restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM
Pozzo del Diavolo Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open 24 hours
Hangover, Beer and Food Amazing choice of fresh beers and surprisingly good food; Beer hall · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open · Closes 2 AM
Dolia Gaeta – Ristorante di Cucina Mediterranea Contemporanea Every single dish was well thought out, and the service was fantastic. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Spiaggia Dell'Agave This was our favourite lido in this area. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 9 AM Sat
Gaeta (LT) It is an nice little Italian town. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Casa Giò - Enzo Mafellotti Chef Excellent food choice and innovative local cuisine. Fine dining restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM
Caos Calmo • Food • Beer • Wine • Drink Incredible craft beer selection and somehow even better cocktails. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k Open · Closes 3 AM
Santos - Bar | Caffetteria A large variety of coffee, ice cream, and cold drinks. Bar · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open · Closes 10 PM
Luminarie di Gaeta - Favole di Luce Tourist attraction · ★ 4 · 0k
Aura Restaurant The food, the staff, it was all amazing. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Sanctuary of the Most Holy Annunciation Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Sat
Osteria Il Ritrovo Amazing food friendly staff and great atmosphere! Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k
MOB Cocktails are excellent and fair prices. Bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 3 AM
Monci - Steaks & Burger Gourmet Delicious food and excellent service, 100% recommended, try it out 💯. Hamburger restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Open · Closes 12 AM
Gran Caffè Italia Tabacchi You order a beverage and a pastry then sit down and enjoy. Bar tabac · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open · Closes 9 PM
Spiaggia Il Fannullone ... great and wide food and drink offer and wonderful beach 👍🏻 Lido · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat
Spiaggia dei 40 Remi Beautiful beach on the coast of Italia. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open 24 hours
Passi Steak&Lobster restaurat Came for dinner and everything was excellent. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM
Fontana di San Francesco Sculpture · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open 24 hours
Cheers Restaurant & Beach Bar Food was great, we sgrongly suggest the pasta alle vongole e la frittura. Seafood restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open · Closes 10:30 PM
Galleria Cavour Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Spiaggia dell'Ariana Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open 24 hours
Mercato Alimentare e delle Calzature Di Gaeta Market · ★ 4 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 AM Wed
Panorama Gaeta Medievale Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open 24 hours
Spiaggia libera di Gaeta Umbrellas can be rented. Park · ★ 4.2 · 0k Open 24 hours
Spiaggia di San Vito Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Emporio Filitalia In-store shopping·In-store pickup Gift shop · ★ 4.5 · 0k Closes soon · 8 PM
Velona' Rosa Shopping mall · ★ 3.3 · 0k Closes soon · 8 PM
Via Dell'Independenza Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

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About Gaeta

Gaeta serves as a charming Mediterranean port of call, welcoming cruise passengers aboard vessels from four distinguished cruise lines including Silversea, Emerald Cruises, PONANT EXPLORATIONS, and Atlas Ocean Voyages. With 39 upcoming cruises and a strong presence during the peak summer months of May through August, this Italian gem attracts travelers seeking authentic Mediterranean experiences. Most cruises calling here feature 12-night itineraries that connect Gaeta to other beloved destinations like Nice, Valletta, Civitavecchia, Capri, and Taormina.

Stepping ashore in Gaeta, you'll discover a picturesque coastal town steeped in history and natural beauty. The dramatic clifftop setting provides stunning views across the Tyrrhenian Sea, while the charming old town invites leisurely exploration with its narrow streets and local character. Whether you're seeking cultural enrichment, scenic walks, or simply a taste of authentic Italian coastal life, Gaeta offers a memorable port experience that complements any Mediterranean cruise itinerary.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Medieval Gaeta Old Town

Wander through Gaeta's enchanting historic center, where narrow cobblestone streets reveal centuries of maritime heritage. Explore the imposing Angioino-Aragonese Castle perched above the harbor and visit the stunning Cathedral of Saints Erasmus and Marcian, featuring intricate mosaics and baroque architecture that tells the story of this ancient Roman port city.

2

Fresh Seafood at the Harbor

Savor authentic Campanian cuisine at waterfront trattorias overlooking the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea. Indulge in locally-caught fresh fish, creamy seafood pasta, and Gaeta's famous olives—a regional delicacy cultivated for centuries. Pair your meal with crisp local white wine while watching fishing boats return with the day's catch.

3

Monte Orlando Coastal Hike

Trek along the dramatic limestone cliffs of Monte Orlando for breathtaking Mediterranean vistas and pristine pebble beaches. This scenic promontory offers stunning photo opportunities, hidden coves perfect for swimming, and the peaceful Sanctuary of the Santissima Annunziata carved into the mountainside, accessible via a scenic coastal path from the port.

4

Gaeta Market & Local Crafts

Browse the vibrant local market bursting with fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, and handmade ceramics reflecting Gaeta's rich craftsmanship tradition. Discover unique souvenirs including locally-produced olive oil, limoncello, and traditional lace work created by local artisans, perfect for bringing authentic Mediterranean flavors and memories home.

5

Grotto of Saint Clare Adventure

Explore the mystical Grotta di Sant'Erasmo, a sea cave steeped in religious legend and natural beauty accessible by boat from the harbor. This spiritual sanctuary, where Saint Erasmus reportedly sought refuge, combines geological wonder with centuries of pilgrimage history, offering a unique spiritual and adventurous experience unavailable at most Mediterranean ports.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gaeta known for?

Gaeta is a historic port city in Italy known for medieval fortresses, beaches, and the Tyrrhenian coast.

How can I reach Gaeta?

Gaeta is accessible by road and rail in Lazio, Italy, with connections to Rome and local services.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Gaeta?

The UN/LOCODE for Gaeta is ITGAE.

What are the main attractions in Gaeta?

Castello Angioino-Aragonese, Montagna Spaccata, Serapo Beach, and the historic old town.