Big Bus Rome Bus Tours

• See the best of Rome in 24 hours with this money-saving combo! Take a hop-on hop-off bus tour of Roman sites and get skip-the-line entry to the Pantheon.
• Hop on and off as many times as you want at 8 key stops across the city, including the Colosseum, Vatican, Spanish Steps, and Pantheon.
• Catch stunning views of Rome on an open-top double-decker bus, enjoy multilingual commentary, and WiFi. Dive deeper with a free self-guided walking tour.
• Breeze past the lines and step into the Pantheon’s grand hall featuring a massive concrete dome and oculus, where light pours in from 43 meters above!
• Wander through the Pantheon’s grand Corinthian columns and marbled floors as your audio guide in six languages unravels its fascinating history.

Inclusions

Rome HOHO

• 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour by Big Bus
• Pre-recorded commentary in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin Chinese & Brazilian Portuguese
• Audio-guided walking tour in English, Spanish, Italian, French, German & Chinese
• Free WiFi onboard

Pantheon

• Skip-the-line entry to the Pantheon (near stop 5 on Red route)
• Audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, French, German & Chinese

Rome HOHO

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Red route

• First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Termini Railway Station)
• Last bus: 7pm from stop #1 (Termini Railway Station)
• Frequency: every 14 mins
• Popular stops: Colosseum, Vatican, Spanish Steps

Rome HOHO

• This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• Small pets without muzzles and medium and large-sized dogs with muzzles are welcome onboard.
• Luggage and strollers are allowed on board but must be stored in the lower deck.

Pantheon

• Tip: After all the walking inside Pantheon, treat yourself to a delicious gelato from one of the nearby gelaterias.
• Strict dress code: No short skirts, shorts, sleeveless shirts, and hats at the Pantheon.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Choose from 50 attractions and experiences across Rome, all covered by a single pass for an easy and flexible city adventure.
• Visit top attractions like the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon and save up to 42% compared to buying individual tickets.
• Skip the hassle with a mobile pass—just scan and go. Plus, use the handy app itinerary to plan your trip effortlessly.
• Visit 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions as per option selected during booking and activate your pass any time 60 days from the date of first use.

Inclusions

• Access to 2/3/4/5/6/7 attractions
• Access to:
• Museums: Vatican Museums, Capitoline Museums, Leonardo Da Vinci Museum & more
• Landmarks: Colosseum, Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo & more
• Guided Tours: Roman Empresses Tour, Julius Caesar and Roman Emperors Tour, St. Peter's Basilica and Cupola Guided Tour & more
• Bus Tours and Cruises: Big Bus Rome Panoramic Night Tour, Big Bus Rome Catacombs guided tour, River Cruise Aperitif on the Tiber & more
• Activities: 1-hour pizza-cooking experience, pasta class, wine tasting & more
• Get all details here

Exclusions

• Airport transfers
• Public transport

• Carry a valid photo ID (such as an identity card, passport, or driving license) for verification purposes.
• Prior reservations are required to visit some attractions, which is subject to availability.
• You can only visit each attraction once with this pass.

• Download the Go City app.
• Use your order confirmation number to add your Rome Explorer Pass to your smartphone via the app.
• Discover venue details, maps, and suggested itineraries, all available right at your fingertips.
• Your pass will be automatically activated once you visit the first attraction.

Validity

• Before Activation: Activate within 2 years of purchase
• After Activation: Valid for 60 days from the first use

• These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
• These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.

• Discover the ultimate freedom to explore Rome with a bus ticket that includes complimentary onboard Wi-Fi and multilingual digital audio guides.
• Take advantage of 7 convenient stops on the Purple Route to unravel the Roman Empire's elevated and subterranean remnants!
• This ticket includes a guided tour of the enigmatic San Sebastiano Catacombs, offering a rare glimpse into the city's early Christian community.
• Delight in must-see stops like the mighty Circus Maximus chariot racing stadium, and Caffarella Park, a tranquil escape amidst the city's hustle and bustle.

Inclusions

• Bus tour of Rome
• Access to the Purple Route
• Guided tour of San Sebastiano Catacombs in English, Spanish, French, Italian or German
• VOX digital audio guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian & German
• Free Wi-Fi on-board

Purple Line

• The first bus is at 9:35am from stop #1 Termini Railway Station.
• The last bus is at 4:40pm from stop #4 Catacombs of San Sebastiano.
• Frequency: 1.5 hours
• Popular stops: Fosse Ardeatine, Colosseum

Please click here for the route map, and here for the schedule of the bus tour and the catacombs guided tour.

• Tip: Grab a gelato from ‘Giolitti’, a historic ice cream parlor near Termini Station that has been serving up sweet treats since 1900!
• The Catacombs are a sacred place, it’s recommended to wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees.
• Please note that the constant temperature inside is about 17° C and there is high humidity.
• Animals are not allowed, even with pet carriers.
• The Catacombs are not wheelchair accessible and it is not recommended for people suffering with claustrophobia as well as for those with serious walking problems: there are 100 uneven steps along the route and no possibility to sit down; there are no elevators, and the walking surface is uneven.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• With this cost-saving combo, gain access to Borghese Gallery and explore Rome with a 24,48 or 72-hour hop-on hop-off pass.
• See works such as "Boy with a Basket of Fruit" and "The Rape of Proserpina" at one of the most important private art collections.
• Marvel at Titian's "Sacred and Profane Love," featuring 2 women, one representing divine love and the other in earthly attire symbolizing profane love.
• With access to over 11 key stops at a frequency of 10 to 20 mins, explore sites like Largo Argentina, known for its archaeological significance to Caesar.
• Enjoy the convenience of a multilingual audio guide available in five languages, along with access to 4 self-guided walking tours accessible via an app.

Inclusions

Borghese Gallery

• Entry to the Borghese Gallery

Hop on hop off

• 24/48/72-hr hop-on hop-off tour
• Access to 8 stops across Rome
• Free Wi-Fi onboard
• Onboard audio guide in Italian, French, English, German, and Spanish
• Detailed route map
• 4 self-guided walking tours accessible via app

Red Route

• First bus: 8:30am from Termini Station.
• Last bus: at 7pm.
• Frequency: Approx every 10 to 20 mins.
• Popular stops: Vatican City, Spanish Steps.

Purple Route

• First bus: 9am from Termini Station.
• Last bus: 5pm.
• Frequency: Approx every 10 to 20 mins.
• Popular stops: Circus Maximus, Largo Argentina.

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

Borghese Gallery

• Tip: Relax at Villa Borghese Gardens, adjacent to the Borghese Gallery, offering a tranquil retreat with a sculpture garden featuring ancient Roman sculptures.
• Keep in mind that large bags, shopping bags, backpacks, and luggage are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely! (Only small pouches and clutch-type bags no larger than 21 x 15 cm are permitted entry)

Hop on hop off

• Tip: Hop off at the Pantheon to explore St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo's masterpieces.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• The self-guided walking tours begin at stops 5, 6, and 8.
• Note that the Tri-Brand service is not subject to Big Bus Tours' control, and may differ to the bus frequency, tour duration, stop locations, and commentary.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Access 15 top Rome and Vatican City attractions for 72 hours days and save up to 55% as compared to buying individual tickets.
• Choose any 2 attractions from 15 to visit for free, including the Colosseum and Roman Forum, while unlocking discounts on all other attractions.
• Travel stress-free with a 72-hour Travelcard for use on Rome’s public transport, including the metro, trams, buses, and overground trains.
• Breeze through long queues at Rome’s top spots with your mobile pass and enjoy 72 hours of stress-free sightseeing.
• No matter your Rome plans, the pass fits perfectly. Visit any 15 attractions over 72 hours. Valid for 72 hours from first use, with no pre-selection needed.

Inclusions

• Validity: Pass valid for 72 hours from first use.
• Access any 2 attractions for free and unlock discounts on the rest
• Access to:
• Museums: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Borghese Gallery, Capitoline Museums & more
• Landmarks: Colosseum, Roman Forum, St. Peter’s Basilica & more
• Transportation: Free 72-hour Travelcard for Rome’s public transport
• Discounts on: Additional attractions after the first two free entries
• Get all details here

Exclusions

• Airport transfers

• Please note making reservations will NOT activate your pass. Your pass is only activated when you visit your first attraction or use your Travelcard.
• Prior reservations are required to visit some attractions, which is subject to availability.
• You can only visit each attraction once with this pass.

• After making an online purchase, collect your pass from one of the designated collection points — St Peter's Square or Lateran Complex.
• Use your Omnia Card and Roma Pass to access various attractions. Access public transport for 72 hours with a free Travelcard.
• Your pass is activated as soon as you visit your first attraction or use your Travelcard.

Validity

• Before Activation: Valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
• After Activation: Your pass is activated upon first use and remains valid for 72 hours. For example, if you use the pass for the first time on a Monday at 2pm, it will be valid until Thursday at 2pm.

• These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
• These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.

• Cozy up on this 1-hour panoramic bus tour as warmly lit, snow-kissed Roman streets invite you to discover the magic of Christmas in the Eternal City.
• Listen as your English-speaking guide weaves stories of Rome’s landmarks. Each sight shines in its holiday best, casting a glow over the streets below!
• Christmas calls for treats! Enjoy candies onboard as you sightsee from a double-decker bus, cruising through Rome’s dazzling, decked-out holiday avenues.
• See the Colosseum’s grand arches and the Vatican’s towering dome aglow in festive lights, each detail shining under a magical winter sky.

Inclusions

• 1-hour Rome Panoramic Christmas evening bus tour
• Live English-speaking guide
• Christmas sweets & candies onboard

Rome Panoramic Christmas evening bus tour

• Departure: 4:30pm & 6:30pm from stop #1 Termini Railway Station
• Frequency: two tours per evening
• Duration: 1 hour

This tour operates from Dec 20 to 29 Dec, 2024 excluding Dec 24 & 25.

• This is a single-loop bus tour and not a hop-on hop-off tour.
• Dress snugly in warm layers; Rome is known to have a chilly twist in the weather around December.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.