Rome is one of the world's most thrilling cities, with unmatched history around every corner. Its streets mix ancient ruins with lively cafés, piazzas, and restaurants serving pasta and pizza. Highlights include the Roman Forum, Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, and the Spanish Steps. Best explored on foot, gelato or espresso in hand, Rome offers a powerful blend of grandeur, beauty, and everyday life.

Revel in one of the world's most splendid bays in Naples, Italy. Hop on our luxurious cruise and enjoy this city's outstanding attractions such as the Royal Palace, San Carlos, Opera House, the Castel Nuevo and much more!

Ringed by turquoise water and a rugged coast, Trapani is western Sicily's revived sailing hub, built on salt and tuna exports and now served by an international airport. Its historic core offers narrow alleys, shops, wine bars, and the Cathedral of San Lorenzo. Facing the Egadi Islands, it's famed for sunsets, salt pans and windmills at Riserva Naturale Saline di Trapani e Paceco, pink flamingos, and easy access to Egadi beaches, especially Favignana.

Tunisia's capital, Tunis, sits at the western end of Lake Tunis, opening to the sea at La Goulette, the port area and start of northward beach suburbs. Nearby are Carthage and Sidi Bou Said. Tunis is relaxed, relatively liberal, and a trendsetter in Tunisia. Westernization began under Ahmed Bey; in 1861 Tunisia proclaimed the Arab world's first constitution. The French-era ville nouvelle grew around Avenue Habib Bourguiba, linking to the medina.

Arrive by sea and Cagliari is instantly striking: a beautiful blend of spires, domes and colour. On Sardinia's south coast, this largest city offers beaches, architecture and Mediterranean food, shaped by Byzantine, Roman and Pisan influences. Start with espresso and San Benedetto market, then explore Castello, Bastione di Saint Remy, the cathedral, and Poetto Beach. End with a Spritz, bottarga pasta and Cannonau wine.

Mallorca is a rugged Spanish Mediterranean island known for cuisine, culture, and sunlit beaches. Palma de Mallorca, its capital, blends living history, bustling markets, cafes, promenades, and intense flavors. Its old town is cobbled and lively, with the great cathedral, Le Seu, and nearby La Almudaina fortress reflecting Moorish and royal history.

With Silversea Cruises, make the Mediteranean memories of your lifetime in Barcelona! This culturally diverse city will keep you absolutely speechless!

Experience a Silversea Luxury Cruise while discovering Spain! Explore the charming city of Valencia and let yourself be tranported by the folkloric atmosphere.

Malaga, on Spain's sunny Costa del Sol, blends beaches, history, and art. Visit La Malagueta beach, the old town, Moorish Alcazaba fortress, and the cathedral known as La Manquita. See the Picasso Museum and Pompidou Centre, plus street art in Soho. Nearby, explore Granada's Alhambra, Cordoba's La Mezquita, and Seville's cathedral for Andalucía's Moorish Golden Triangle.

Cádiz, Western Europe's oldest city, holds 3,000 years of history in cobbled streets and shaded plazas. Founded by Phoenicians c.1100 BC and later used by Columbus, it grew rich from New World trade. See the cathedral, with its twin towers, and Torre Tavira, the city's best watchtower. Relax on Playa Victoria, cross the modern Constitución de 1812 bridge, and sample tapas at the lively central market.

Gibraltar is a unique British outpost on Spain's southern tip: a historic peninsula crowned by the iconic Rock of Gibraltar. It mixes red phone boxes, Union Jacks, fish and chips, and sunny Mediterranean views. From one moment you can see Africa across the strait; the next, cross the airport runway. The 400m Rock can be hiked or reached by cable car to see Barbary macaques, the Siege Tunnels, caves, and the Moorish castle. In town, Grand Casemates Square offers a lively, sunlit historic center.

Set sail to Morocco's most notorious modern city, Casablanca. Reveal with Silversea Cruises the diverse cultures that gathered in this melting pot to create a very vast choice of entertainment all while keeping Morocco's authentic culture.

Set sail to Morocco's most notorious modern city, Casablanca. Reveal with Silversea Cruises the diverse cultures that gathered in this melting pot to create a very vast choice of entertainment all while keeping Morocco's authentic culture.

Lisbon, Portugal's capital, is a beautiful city of seven hills, fado, pastel houses and azulejo tiles. Wander Alfama's steep cobbled streets, visit the Azulejo Museum, then head to São Jorge Castle or Miradouro da Graça for sweeping views over red rooftops, the Tagus and the suspension bridge. See Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, and take a trip to nearby Sintra and Pena Palace. Finish with ginjinha and a pastel de nata.