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Rome: Discover & Colosseum

24 hours
Commentary: Audio · en, it, es, fr, de, zh, pt, ja
Rome, Italy

About this activity

Embark on an adventure in the ancient city of Rome with our hop-on, hop-off open-top bus tour. Marvel at breathtaking views of the Eternal City's iconic landmarks including the Spanish Steps, Colosseum, Pantheon, Vatican, and St. Peter's Basilica. This ticket includes Colosseum entry ticket.

Highlights

  • Get unobstructed views of Rome's ancient landmarks from a double-decker open-top bus
  • See unmissable sights including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Circus Maximus
  • Learn about the ancient history of the Eternal City
  • Uncover the secrets of the city with a VOX digital, self-guided walking tour
  • Entrance ticket to Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and entrance ticket to the Mamertine Prison with virtual audioguide

Full description

Experience the charm of Rome, the Eternal City, on a hop-on, hop-off Big Bus sightseeing tour. Our open-top, double-decker buses offer breathtaking panoramic views of Rome’s most famous historical landmarks, including the Colosseum, Piazza Venezia and the Spanish Steps. Delve into the city's fascinating ancient history through entertaining audio commentary, available in 8 languages.   Enjoy the flexibility of unlimited hop-on, hop-off access, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Hop on and off whenever you want to explore the city's most iconic historical sites from the impressive St. Peter’s Basilica to the beautifully preserved Roman Temple, the Pantheon. Wander around the Vatican museums, toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain and walk in the footsteps of ancient gladiators at the Colosseum. 

Uncover Rome’s hidden gems, often inaccessible by bus, with a digital self-guided VOX walking tour.  Your ticket also includes entry to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

Enjoy this perfect introduction to Rome on a Hop on Hop off Big Bus tour. Sit back and relax as you ride on an open-top double decker sightseeing bus while you listen to insightful and highly educational audio commentary of the city and best way to visit all of Rome's famous imperial monuments and museums. You'll pass by and have the opportunity to hop off and further explore the city's most iconic historical sites such as the Spanish Steps, beautifully decorated in the Roman Baroque style and known for its feature in the movie "Roman Holiday" starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. Visit gladiators' ghosts at the Colosseum or stroll amongst the gods at the miraculously preserved Pantheon and marvel at the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica. Many customers choose to do one full loop to see the city and decide where they want to hop off on the next loop around, but it's completely up to you how you plan your day and visit. Buses will arrive every 10-20 minutes throughout the day, so you can choose to hop off at any time. 

  

 Explore Rome’s stunning metropolis city on foot with a digital self-guided VOX walking tour as you listen to the ancient history of the eternal city. Choose from 4 fascinating different tours and listen in 8 languages.

Included / Excluded

  • Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off throughout ticket validity (24hr)
  • Pre-recorded Audio Commentary in 8 languages
  • Vox City Self-Guided Walking Tour
  • Free Wi-Fi on-board and Headphones
  • Entrance ticket to Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill and entrance ticket to the Mamertine Prison with virtual audioguide
  • Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
  • Live Guides on buses

Meeting point

Start Location

Stop 1: Termini Railway Station (Via Giovanni Giolitti, 32)

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tickets are Flexible - Tickets are valid up to 14 Days after purchase
  • Most of our buses are wheelchair accessible
  • Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators.
  • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck

Know before you go

  • Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member
  • Live track buses and have 24h Support via Chat downloading Big Bus App - It's free!
  • Headphones will be provided upon arrival however feel free to use your own.
  • Big Bus Shop & Info Centre: Via delle Terme di Diocleziano 34, near Stop #1
  • Enter the Colosseum through the main entrance at the time stated on the entrance ticket

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Infants Required On Laps

Frequently asked questions

FAQs

Additional information

Tickets are valid from the first date of redemption.
Meeting Point:
Please validate your voucher with our staff at any stop before boarding, or visit the official Big Bus Information Centre at Via delle Terme di Diocleziano 34 (near Stop #1 – Termini) for assistance, free Wi Fi, and a comfortable air conditioned space.
Customers are advised to visit the Big Bus website or to download the Big Bus app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings. For live bus tracking on the day of travel - please download the Big Bus App in advance of arrival.
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