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 ride of 8 stops and enjoy our hop-on hop-off bus tour that covers the highlights of the Eternal City.
Choose from 4 ticket options to suit your schedule. If you're short on time, opt for the one-day ticket. For more flexibility, select a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour hop-on, hop-off ticket to discover Rome at your own pace.
While aboard the bus, hear about Rome’s fascinating history and culture via an entertaining multilingual audio commentary.
Hop off the bus and enjoy the freedom to sightsee at your own pace 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
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Luggage is not permitted on board for security reasons
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Night tour (72-hour ticket option April-Oct only)
Digital commentary in multiple languages
Real-time bus tracking app
Free VOX digital self-guided tour download
Free Wi-Fi on Board
1-day or 24-, 48- or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour (depending on option selected)
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 40 minutes
Operating Schedule:The Hop-on, Hop-off tour runs daily from 9 AM to 7 PM, with buses every 15 minutes and a full loop lasting approx. 1 hour and 45 minutes. Present your e-voucher to Big Bus staff at any stop before boarding, or redeem it at the Big Bus Shop & Info Centre (Via delle Terme di Diocleziano 34), near Stop #1.
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 (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
Options
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.
72-Hour & Digital Walking 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: Please note this is available 19th April - 31st October
VOX Free Digital Walking Tour: Download Instructions provided when you board the bus.
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.
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.
Reviews
2,545 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Precooked tickets are MUST
SillyRabbit7368,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As always. We used the Big Bus Tours when we visited Rome for a 3 night stay. We purchased the tickets whilst back in the UK 🇬🇧 and they saved on my Google wallet. The value for money was amazing, we had a 24 hour ticket so we used it on day one and for part of day 2.
A good way at getting...
graeme w,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A good way at getting around to see the sights. You still have a walk to reach most of them but much easier to get about. The staff are friendly and very helpful as the wife was using a wheelchair.
Must do
Neil R,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth it & saw the city from a different angle & loads of incredible information. Well worth it and easy to use
This trip doesn’t stop in...
Joyce w,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00This trip doesn’t stop in colosuem,and never informed,they only have notice when you walk in to the bus
Inexpensive way to see all the sites
L1509PXrebeccat,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great way to see the city of Rome. Comfortable bus which provides an inexpensive way to explore the City. Would recommend.
Couldn’t fault this trip, would recommend
Stuz,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We paid for the 48hours hop on - hop off tour which was brilliant. The bus was there when we arrived at the Vatican stop, and we got on straight away. We took it the full loop to begin with and then hopped back on a couple of times to those areas we wanted to see in more detail. Headphones were given and the information received throughout was easy to follow and very informative. Loved it!
Skipped a stop
Lars B,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00They cancelled the Colleseum stop and we had to walk to/from the colleseum from the next planned stop. There was no announcement., everyone on the bus were shocked. Warning, Ask the driver if they are making all stops as scheduled. Other than that the bus came frequently and the bus tour tape explaining what we were seeing was very good.
well
adriana w,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00It's gone pretty well most things considering bus runs on time helpful guidance easily accessible
Love the hop on hop off Bus
Caz M,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Great way to orientate yourself and see a lot in a relatively short time, although don’t expect to be quick between stops. And the stop for the Trevi Fountain is still quite a walk!
Good way to get an...
Esperanza E,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Good way to get an overview of Rome's historic center, allowing one to hop on, hop off at various sites. Due to the constant traffic, however, audio narration that was offered did not always match up to what was viewed from the bus.
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