Discover Rome's iconic landmarks with a flexible hop-on-hop-off bus pass, including skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.
Rome Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus with Colosseum & Vatican Tours
- Explore Rome at your own pace
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Visit iconic landmarks like the Pantheon
- Enjoy panoramic city views from the bus
Experience the Eternal City like never before with our Rome Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour, offering a 24-hour pass to explore Rome's most iconic landmarks at your own pace. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and Vatican Museums, ensuring you spend more time marveling at these historic sites and less time waiting in queues. The open-top bus provides panoramic views of Rome's rich history, including the Pantheon, Roman Forum, and Piazza Navona. With multiple stops conveniently located near major attractions, you can hop on and off as you please, tailoring your adventure to your interests. This tour is perfect for those seeking flexibility and a comprehensive overview of Rome's treasures. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey through Rome's past and present!
- 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus pass
- Skip-the-line access to Colosseum
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Meals and beverages
- Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
- The hop-on-hop-off bus pass is valid for 24 hours from the first use.
- The skip-the-line access to Colosseum and Vatican Museums is subject to availability and may require a specific time slot reservation.
- This tour is wheelchair accessible; however, please inform us in advance to accommodate your needs.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring Rome's cobblestone streets.
- Bring a valid ID for entry to the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.
- Check the bus schedule for the most up-to-date information on stops and timings.
No cancellation
Panoramic Bus Ticket is valid for 24/48/72 hours from the first use, according to the chosen option
Please provide the full names of all travelers when booking. Failure to present a voucher with all travelers' full names at the ticket office prior to entry may result in denied entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Discount for children can be applied only with a valid ID card
The Colosseum management does not distribute individual tickets. We will have one ticket for the entire group. For this reason, we cannot give admission tickets only. You must enter the monument with the group.
Guided Tours have a mandatory meeting time stated 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.
Please note that for safety reasons the Coliseum can accommodate up to 3.000 people at once. This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.
The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational resons
For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened.
To facilitate the security checks please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray
Forbidden objects inside the Colosseum: bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley
Can be introduced medium and small size backpacks to shoulder, which must be checked, as any other bag, with metal detectors, opened and visually inspected by the Urbe Security Institute, responsible for the entrance inspection
Please notice that the Colosseum Administration, which depends on the Ministry of Cultural Assets and Activities has the faculty to close the Colosseum, or parts of it, with or without notice, for events, strikes, heavy rain, or any other reason. In which case, we will offer an alternative itinerary as it seems fit and offer a partial refund
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and the Vatican Museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Note: tours will not operate on religious holidays
WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO VISIT THE BASILICA DURING RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS AND CEREMONIES (Audiences, Beatifications, Masses of the POPE). The Basilica is often subject to sudden closures. In these cases it is not possible to guarantee access to the Basilica.
Estimated time entrance in the museum is 45 minutes after tour departure, because you will have to pass the security check.
No change on a booking can be accepted after 24hrs to the starting time of the tour. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The starting time you chose at the time of the booking, indicates the Colosseum tour starting time (9:30 am or 11.00 am). The Vatican Museum tour is always at 3:00 pm.
The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary
The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
Tour in The City Rome is a Rome-based full-service travel agency and official Italian tour operator with over 30 years of experience. They specialize in authentic Rome and Vatican City experiences, offering customized itineraries, guided tours, and immersive city activities. Based in Rome with a local team of drivers, guides, hosts, and interpreters, they provide Rome tours, Vatican City tours, transfers, skip-the-line tickets, cooking classes, and events. The company emphasizes reliable bookings, expert guidance, and memorable, authentic experiences tailored for individuals, couples, families, and groups across Italy. Their mission is to reveal the timeless charm of Rome through personalized, responsible travel.
- Duration: 1 day
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Day Trips & Excursions