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Big Bus Rome Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Embark on an adventure and admire the Eternal City’s iconic landmarks on-board our double-decker Big Bus Tour. Ride on the top deck for beautiful panoramic views and snap the perfect photo as you wind through Rome to the Colosseum, Piazza Venezia, St. Peter’s Basilica, and much more.

Immerse yourself in the city remarkable beauty and heritage along a ride of 8 stops, conveniently located close to major landmarks. Hear about Rome’s fascinating history and culture via an entertaining audio commentary. Hop off the bus and enjoy the freedom to sightsee at your own pace with included self-guided walking tours.

Take time to wander through Vatican museums and don't forget to toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, one of the most photographed fountains in the world. Make sure to stop for a bite of delicious pasta, pizza, and a shot of espresso.

There are three different types of tickets to choose from :

Discover

  • One Day Hop on Hop Off Ticket valid on Big Bus and ORP buses
  • Free Digital Walking Tours

Essential

  • Two Day Hop on Hop Off Ticket valid on Big Bus and ORP buses
  • Free Digital Walking Tours

Explore Ticket

  • Three Day Hop on Hop Off Ticket valid on Big Bus and ORP buses
  • Free Digital Walking Tours
  • One Hour Panoramic Night Tour (available end of March to October)

RED ROUTE

Discover Rome’s center in all its glory on a Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour. Sit back and enjoy the ride as you cruise through the city on an open-top bus and learn about Rome's unique and ancient history.

We'll take you to all the city's must-see landmarks, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Circus Maximus. Enjoy Rome’s fascinating history and culture via our entertaining digital commentary, available in 5 languages.

This is the best way to discover all that Rome has to offer. Our unique city tour has 8 + stops for guests to hop-on or hop-off the bus to visit attractions and points of interest.

Visit gladiators' ghosts at the Colosseum. Stroll amongst the gods at the miraculously preserved Pantheon and marvel at the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica; or seek inspiration with poets and painters on the Spanish Steps and drive through the immense Borghese Gardens-Our hop-on, hop-off Rome bus tour takes them all in

RED ROUTE STOPS

  1. 1- Termini Railway Station
  2. 2 - Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore
  3. 3 - Colosseum
  4. 4 - Circo Massimo
  5. 5 - Piazza Venezia
  6. 6 - Vatican
  7. 7 - Ludovisi/ Spanish Steps
  8. 8 - Piazza barberini/ Spanish Steps

Red Route: Duration - 1 hour 40 mins ; Frequency - Every 14 minutes depending on season; First Bus: 9.30Am; Last Bus : 6.34PM

Experience Includes

  • Three different Hop-on, Hop-off ticket types to choose from
  • City Center Line Loop
  • Digital commentary in a choice of 5 languages
  • Free earphones on board
  • Wi-Fi on buses
  • Vox City self-guided tours
  • Live bus tracker
  • Gate-ready Big Bus Ticket - Bypass the ticket /voucher queues at the redemption centre and board at any Big Bus Stop
  • BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE - flexibility to cancel your tickets with a full refund*

Experience Excludes

  • Refreshments
  • Entrance into the attractions/monuments
  • Optional gratuities

Departure location

You can redeem your voucher at start of tour at any of the Hop-on Hop-off bus stops.

Duration

24, 48, or 72 Hours

Terms & Conditions

  • *CANCELLATION POLICY: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the operator up to 72 hours before your chosen activity date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 72 hours.
  • You will be sent a gate-ready Big Bus Ticket. Simply print in advance or present on your smart phone for boarding.
  • A child ticket is available for children aged between 5 and 15 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 4 years and under may travel free of charge.
  • All Children must be accompanied by an adult. Strollers must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
  • Luggage is not permitted on board the bus at this time.
  • Big Bus runs every day of the year, except for New Year’s Eve. Occasionally severe weather and special event days could affect service.
  • The tour company reserves the right to deviate from the route of a service where reasonably prudent to do so in the light of circumstances beyond the company’s control.
  • Please note routes may cancelled and operating times may change without notice.
  • The bus does not include access into the attractions. You will need to purchase a separate ticket for this.
  • The panoramic night bus tour is not hop-on, hop-off.