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Combo (Save 28%): Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Tickets

4.4/5(10,254)

Olha D

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

An amazing experience and definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Rome! Everything went smoothly, the tickets were easy to use, and we had no problems entering. Seeing the Colosseum in person was truly impressive, and walking through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill made the experience even more special. So much history in one place! We really enjoyed our visit and would definitely recommend it to anyone coming to Rome.

Sevket S

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

Hello, Rome was magnificent again, as always. This time, I visited the legendary 2,000-year-old must-see structure, the Colosseum, with my son. I was just as amazed as the first time I saw it. This time, I also added the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum to the trip, alongside the Pantheon, which I hadn't seen before either. On my previous trip, I hadn't gone inside to avoid waiting in the ticket line; this time, we bought our tickets from Headout before going. We toured with great ease without waiting in any lines at all. By entering without waiting in line at all, we didn't waste any time and spent our time much more efficiently without getting tired. I definitely recommend it. Thank you very much.

Antusa N

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

I was really looking forward to going to Rome, but the trip came together on short notice, so tours were way too expensive. We did this one with an audio guide and I found it very pricey, but oh well, it was our chance to avoid miles of lines. In the end, what matters most is the opportunity you get to admire Ancient Rome.

Nagy L

Group

Verified booking

Last week

We were extremely excited, although it was difficult at first to make our way through the huge crowds. But when we finally saw the Colosseum, I couldn’t believe my eyes. I said to my friends, “Damn, guys, we made it! We’re in Rome, and this legendary giant is standing right in front of us!” Do you know how difficult it is for us to get to Rome? Maybe only two out of twenty people ever get the chance to come here. We are Hungarian, and “Kevert” is a special Hungarian short drink, similar to pálinka. All four of us had one in front of the Colosseum. We joked that we might be the first Hungarians ever to drink Kevert there and become part of the Guinness World Records. Then we entered the Colosseum, and the view was absolutely breathtaking. The security guards were very kind. We thought about everything we had learned at school, but we also imagined scenes from the movie Gladiator. After exploring the Colosseum, we visited the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum. Walking among the ancient ruins, monuments, and remains made us imagine what life in ancient Rome must have looked like.

Lisa B

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We had a great experience! The person waiting for us at the meeting point was really super nice; he gave us very useful tips to save time, and also for restaurants and things to visit in the city. As an added bonus, he spoke French!! The Colosseum is an absolutely magnificent monument steeped in history! Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum are open-air museums! A very good experience, easy access and quick entry (at least at 8:30 AM!).

Jordan G

Group

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

We got into the Vatican so quickly and completely bypassed all lines which were veryyyyy long. Our guide got us in so fast and we even got to do the garden tour. I love that we got to split up our tickets for the coliseum and palatine hill because we were pretty beat after a long day at the Vatican. Loved the flexibility and ease of use for tickets. Will be using them again in the future!

Get Rome's top attractions and easy transport bundled into one wallet-friendly pass that takes you from the bus straight to the Colosseum without any hassle.

Your 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass lets you discover Rome's must-see sights like the Pantheon, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps easily.

Catch buses on the Red Route at 8 stops running every 14 minutes with audio commentary in 8 languages, free Wi-Fi, and headphones.

Enter the Colosseum at your chosen time and get flexible 24-hour access to both Palatine Hill and Roman Forum to explore ancient ruins at your own pace.

Wander through the Colosseum's seating rows where Romans watched epic battles and explore Level 2's museum filled with historic artifacts.

Rome Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour by Big Bus

Access to Red route

Audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Mandarin & Japanese

Free Wi-Fi & headphones

Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Timed entry to Colosseum (near Stop #8 on Red route)

Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Marco G
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Initially, I was doubtful about buying the ticket through Headout since it is not an official cultural heritage site, but I had to change my mind because we managed to enter at the scheduled time without any problems. Above all, we were thrilled with the audio guide, which guided us step-by-step through our visit to the Colosseum. Using Headout is highly recommended.
Herbert F
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Rome is a beautiful city, a must-see! The Headout booking website for tickets to the various monuments we visited is very easy to use. The entry tickets to the different sites are delivered to you a few days in advance and become active when needed. I recommend HEADOUT. I recommend the website.
Lukas Z
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The most memorable part for me was standing inside the Colosseum and finally seeing how huge it really is. I had seen so many photos before, but being there in person made me realize just how massive and impressive the whole place is. It felt completely different from anything I had expected.
Marina T
Family
Verified booking
6 days ago
It was a magnificent experience, we arrived at the designated spot at the right time and everything was very easy and simple. We received our entry tickets, and then they explained to us where to go to enter the Colosseum. Thank you very much for a wonderful time!
Murray W
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The latrine or system built to move bodily wastes away from the colosseum what an interesting and impressive architectural feature along with the flooring that enabled a battle with ships simulating a naval engagement.

First bus: 9am from Stop #1 Rome Termini Station

Last bus: 7pm from Stop #1 Rome Termini Station

Frequency: Every 14 minutes

Popular stops: Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Spanish Steps

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Step into the heart of ancient Rome with a reserved entry ticket to the Colosseum, bypassing the main queues for swift access at your chosen time. Once inside, you can walk in the footsteps of gladiators, explore the spectator seating, and discover artifacts in the museum on Level 2. Your experience extends beyond the arena walls, granting you the freedom to explore the adjacent Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace within 24 hours. There, you can wander among the evocative ruins of temples, palaces, and ancient marketplaces. To deepen your journey, enhance your visit with an audio guide, bringing the glorious and complex history of Ancient Rome to life.

What's not allowed

Rome Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

Luggage is not allowed on board.

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Large backpacks and luggage are not allowed inside the venue.

A storage facility is not available at the venue. However, you can take a baby stroller into the Colosseum if it is necessary.

Accessibility

Rome Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

Most of the buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. However, strollers must be left on the lower deck of the bus.

Additional information

Rome Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

Pets with muzzles are welcome on board.

Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry.

Please note that timed priority entry is only available at the Colosseum, but the tickets for the Forum and Palatine will remain valid for an additional 24 hours after the Colosseum entry time selected during booking.

Note that there are 2 entrances: one for the Colosseum, and another for the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (combined). You may enter each entrance ONLY ONCE and not re-enter.

The security check can take 30 minutes or more. To make the process quicker, please insert any object (including mobile phones) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray.

Going for the audio guide? Simply ensure that the guides are downloaded on the Headout app before your visit. It’s super simple to use, and you get offline access with an easy language-switching feature. Just make sure your phone is fully charged, and don’t forget to bring your favorite headphones!

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.