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
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.
1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use valid for 1 Day from 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.
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.
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
2,458 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Top was broken and...
Theresa H,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
3.00Top was broken and couldn't slide the whole way down. Bus was 45 minutes late, we understood their was an event happening later that day at the Vatican. We had better experiences in Paris because you could actually get nearer to historic sites. It's best to get to old town and walk or use metro.
Beautiful and easy. 8...
Naeel M,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful and easy. 8 stops, so you can choose the one closer to your location. It can be used to move between activities.
The staff was rude, the...
Melissa O,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
2.00The staff was rude, the stops are still very far away from the things you want to see. I no longer believe this is a valuable addition to your trip
It's super stops...
JorgeEmilio J,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00It is super open stops, it allows you to explore and take pictures without any effort, I loved the tour!
Bus tour of Rome
Stephen D,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00A very good and easy way of seeing some sights of Rome, and very convenient to get on and off if you have pre booked a tour during the day. Would highly recommend.
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