Rome Tourist Bus
The Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour is the perfect way to explore Rome. During the ride on this double-decker open-top bus, you can get off and back on at any of its 8 stops. Relax and listen to the audio commentary and find out about the landmarks you drive past.
Route and stops
The full sightseeing tour takes one hour and 40 minutes and includes 8 stops:
- Via Marsala: Termini Train Station and Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri Basilica.
- Santa Maria Maggiore: Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore.
- Colosseo: Colosseum, Roman Forum and the Arch of Constantine.
- Circo Massimo: Circus Maximus and the Mouth of Truth.
- Piazza Venezia: Altare della Patria.
- Vatican City: Vatican Museums, St Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel.
- Fontana di Trevi: Piazza di Spagna, Piazza Navona and the Pantheon.
- Piazza Barberini: Via Veneto.
Check out the route and stops in the following map:
How it works
The ticket is valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours from when you first use it. For example, if you purchase a 48-hour ticket and start using it on a Monday at 1pm, it is valid until Wednesday at 1pm.
While your ticket is valid, you can hop off and back on as many times as you wish. For instance, if you want to visit the Colosseum, hop off at Colosseo, take your time to visit all the landmarks near the bus stop and then wait for the next bus and get back on and hop off again at another stop you want to explore.
Operating times and frequency
- April – October: 9am – 7pm (every 20 minutes).
- November – March: 9am – 5pm (every 30 minutes).
Important information
The service may suffer delays because of traffic congestion, road closure and adverse weather conditions.
Price
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Duration
1 day - 3 days.
Language
The tour includes audio commentary in English.
Included
24, 48 or 72 hour unlimited use of the City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off tour buses.
Individual headsets with commentary in English.
When to book?
Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities.
You can book up until the same day (10:00 AM local time) if there are still places available.
Ticket
You will receive an email with your ticket attached which you must print out and show on the day of the activity.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Are the tourist buses wheelchair accessible?
A - Yes, but it will depend on the number of available spots on each bus. If the bus is full, you'll have to wait for the next one.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you still have more questions, check out our section on frequently asked questions. If you need help to book an activity or have any enquiries, please contact us.
Accessibility
Yes (most of the buses are accessible).
