Rome: Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Open-Top Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 40 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover the best of Rome along a route with 8 stops and enjoy a hop-on hop-off bus tour covering the highlights of the Eternal City.
Choose from 4 ticket options to suit your schedule. If you're short on time, opt for a one-day ticket. For more flexibility, select a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour pass to explore Rome at your own pace—plus, the 72-hour ticket also includes a panoramic night tour for a magical view of the city after dark.
While aboard, listen to engaging multilingual audio commentary that brings Rome’s history and culture to life.
Hop off whenever you like and enjoy the freedom to explore further with bonus digital self-guided walking tours.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Luggage is not permitted on board for security reasons
The 72-hour ticket includes a panoramic Night Tour (May to October only), which is not hop-on, hop-off
Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile pass.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 40 minutes
Operating Schedule:The Hop-on, Hop-off tour runs daily from 9 AM to 6 PM, with buses every 15 minutes and a full loop lasting approx. 1 hour and 45 minutes. Download the Big Bus Tours app to track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
Stop 1 - Termini Railway Station - Via Giovanni Giolitti, 32
Stop 2 - Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore - Piazza dell'Esquilino, 14
Stop 3 - Colosseum - Via di San Gregorio - Currently closed (bus stop outside Roman Forum entrance)
Stop 4 - Circus Maximus - Piazzale Ugo La Malfa
Stop 5 - Piazza Venezia - Via di Teatro Marcello
Stop 6 - Vatican - Lungotevere Tor di Nona 7
Stop 7 - Spanish Steps - Via Ludovisi 73
Stop 8 - Barberini - Via Barberini 12
What‘s Included
Digital commentary in multiple languages
Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
Free VOX digital self-guided tour download
Night tour (72-hour ticket option 10th April-2 Oct only)
Free Wi-Fi on Board
Free Gelato from "The Gelatist" OR Glass of Prosecco with selected products
1-day or 24-, 48- or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (depending on option selected)
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Options
48-Hour & Digital Walking Tour
Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use valid for 48 hours from the time of first use. One Central Route: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket. Free Gelato: From "The Gelatist" - redemtpion details on the day VOX Free Digital Walking Tour: Download instructions provided when you board the bus.
3-Hour Hop-on, Hop-off
Duration: 3 hours: Unlimited use valid for 3 hours from the time of first use. One Central Route: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
72-Hour & Panoramic Night Tour
Duration: 3 days: Unlimited use valid for 72 hours from the time of first use. One Central Route: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket. Free Night Tour: 60 Minute Panoramic Night Tour (Between April - October 2026) VOX Free Digital Walking Tour: Download Instructions provided when you board the bus. Free Gelato or Fizz: Free Gelato from "The Gelatist" OR Glass of Prosecco
1 Day Hop on Hop off
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use valid for 1 Day from the time of first use. One Central Route: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
24-Hour & Digital Walking Tour
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use valid for 24 hours from the time of first use. One Central Route: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket. VOX Free Digital Walking Tour: Download Instructions provided when you board the bus.
Reviews
2,722 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
On, Off Bus - Rome, Italy
Dee D,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Need hat, sunglasses if riding on top level of bus in warm weather. Easy in and off. We even got to shop when off bus! No limit to when you get on and off as long as you do it during their normal hours. You could do it all day long if you want to!
Rome Tour Stop 6
U1268,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Absolutely rude employee at stop 6 . Ranting and raving at all of us. Walked away. Will NEVER use your company
Only worth a half day ticket
dorianw762,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Only 1 route, only 8 stops, not great deal of information from the audio guide. Spent quite a bit of time at each stop listening to naff music. Only need a half day tour, go around once, get off somewhere interesting, see the rest better doing a walking tour.
The bus was nice but the...
melissa a,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The bus was nice but the stops were quite a walking distance from the sites. The Vatican site was about a mile trek
Very nice tour. We took...
V K,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Very nice tour. We took the full tour just to see the city. Pretty good tour but the seats are hard and a quite uncomfortable for an hour and a half ride. The information was interesting.
Great idea for anyone exploring a new area…or repeat visitor.
Toby B,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We do the Big Bus tour everywhere we go. It’s a great way to get an overview of the area we are exploring along with some history. The stops are generally close to the various points of interest. The freedom to explore then just get back on the bus is always convenient. They always have plenty of buses, so you’re not waiting around too long. It’s a good chance to sit and rest a few minutes while traveling to the next location.
Tour bus
Lorena C,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was a good ride, the traduction very good too, I think could cover or add other areas but it was fun to go on too of the bus, I always use big bus for my city tours anywhere I go
good experience worth the money
PAUL M,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00good tour, but unfortunately same day as "cure for cancer run" so half the attractions not available and was not advised prior to purchase
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James J,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The app in Rome was sketchy. Took several iterations to complete transaction then when it completed process showed me being charged 4 times. However, bus ride was worth the money.
The hop-on hop-off bus...
Steven B,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The hop-on hop-off bus was a great way to get around Rome and see the major sites throughout the city. The narration during the tour was informative and enjoyable, providing helpful history and insight about the landmarks and different areas of Roma. I would highly recommend doing this on your first day in the city. It is an excellent way to get your bearings, become familiar with the layout of Rome, and identify the attractions and neighborhoods you want to explore in more detail later in your trip. Convenient, relaxing, and well worth the experience for anyone visiting Rome for the first time.
From €22.00
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