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
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
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. 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 - Currnelty 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
Night tour (72-hour ticket option 10th 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
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
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.
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.
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.
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 & 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
Reviews
2,653 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect for an overview of the city
louisejS5736PW,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I use HOHO buses whenever I’m in a place for a short time - great for getting bearings and seeing lots of things in a short space of time. You do need to queue for quite some time as the ticket man was really slow. We got 2 days for the price of 1 stayed on for the whole trip then got off where we wanted to on lap 2 - Rome took around 2 hours we were held up by a parade - it’s a pity the guide is a pre recorded one as it would’ve been nice to know what the parade was about but all in all a good trip
I ended up not being able...
Lola Z,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I ended up not being able to use it. I tried to get the 1 day pass train ticket to get to one of the stops but that station wasn't offering a 1 day pass. I wasn't going to spend 44euros one way when the printer wasn't working.
Rome is very spread out,...
Dana K,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Rome is very spread out, so getting to the stops was not easy. Also, had to go to certain locations to pick up the actual ticket. Once we finally were able to get on the bus, it was fine.
Great overview of Rome.
Jody L,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour of Rome. Saw everything. Heard entertaining stories. Easy to find stops. Map was helpful when getting off to see attractions. Nice first day activity. Not expensive.
Rome hop on hop off
Gayatri G,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great experience. A good ride on the bus with great commentary and information. Tickets were available online and the entire process went smoothly and hassle free.
Stops a long way from the sight
Ciara S,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Communication about where to find the bus stops and info on the bus were terrible. On the top deck you need earphones for the commentary and they were no where to be seen. Ditto with the map. No 3 the Colisseum stop is out of commission and the walk from 4 is about 25 minutes. In fact all the stops are a long walk from the sights. Oversold to say the least...and you need time as the traffic, even in April, is very heavy.
Good overview of key Rome attractions. Remember to grab earpiece as you get on.
Brian P,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Remember to grab an earpiece when you get on the bus so you can listen to historical notes. Overall it’s a nice way to get an idea of what you should see. It can be very slow because of traffic but I’m glad we did it and recommend doing it your first day in Rome.
Save the feet bus!!
Catherine H,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great way to see the city. Was able to travel around the sights and then decide where to get off. Did not have to wait long for a bus at each stop.
Not highly recommended
primula2018,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00On the plus side, you can easily travel past some of Rome's highlights. Less is that the buses run much less often than previously said, the route was different and they do not stop everywhere they should. And you are especially waiting at stops or in busy city traffic. Pretty expensive for what you get, too. Not highly recommended.
It was ok
Alexander G,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The pick up point is very unclear and the instructions send you off in a completely different way. Not a good start. Then got hassled onto a crowded bus. It was ok eventually.
From €18.70
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