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Big Bus: Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Name: Big Bus: Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Start: 2026-07-04T09:00:00
End: 2026-07-04T19:00:00
Location: Rome

Woman examining Big Bus tour map on an open-top bus.

Big Bus tour near the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Tour guide interacting with tourists on a bus near the Colosseum in Rome.

Tourists on a hop-on hop-off bus viewing the Altare della Patria in Rome.

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9:00am - 7:30pm

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Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Audio guide

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Glide through Rome on a bus tour by a globally known operator, hitting eight key sights, enjoying perfect views, and unbeatable top-notch service.

4.4/5(1,401)

Franz R

Group

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The drivers did a great job navigating the heavy traffic and still managed to move along at a fairly brisk pace. This allowed us to see a lot of the city. The audio guide was also very good and engaging. As a result, we learned a lot about the city and its history in a relatively short amount of time.

Stefania B

Family

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The tour was wonderful, and it was great to be able to hop on and off at Rome’s most interesting spots. We took full advantage of it all day, visiting various attractions of our choice. The commentary and explanations provided along the way were also interesting.

David D

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The bus tour was great—it’s really a great idea, and the many stops that let you visit the different monuments are really nice. From booking tickets online to boarding the bus, the whole process is very convenient and quick. I highly recommend it.

Calogero M

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It was a memorable experience—being able to get on and off whenever we wanted was amazing and easy. We set aside 48 hours for the trip so we wouldn't be in a rush. And we got to see practically all of Rome's beautiful landmarks. Definitely worth doing.

Juan M

Group

Verified booking

4 days ago

The route lets you see Rome's main monuments (and there are plenty of them!) in a comfortable and very convenient way. Plus, the bus ride covers you and protects you from the strong sun these days. It's a highly recommended tour, especially the 24-hour one. Congratulations!

Andrew H

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Off to a great start with the big bus. There seemed to be plenty of buses doing the loop so we didn't have to wait long. Audio was good. The buses did get pretty full so had to wait and get the next bus but that wasn't a big deal. I loved the app map which showed where the buses were. There seemed to be a big bus rep at every stop which was helpful

Step into Rome’s historic streets with this feature-packed 3-hour or 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off tour boasting the city’s largest fleet, widest routes, and minimal wait times.

Buses arrive every 8-10 minutes, and the Red Route takes you to eight stops where you can hop on and hop off unlimited times.

Get a taste of the hidden gems with 4 self-guided walking tours of the Vatican, Roman Forum, Colosseum, and Barberini.

Have a comfortable ride with free Wi-Fi, route maps, and an audio guide in 7 languages available onboard.

Hit popular stops along your route like the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and more.

3-hour or 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

Access to Red route

4 themed self-guided walking tours accessible via app (based on option selected)

Audio guides in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Chinese & Russian (for the walking tour)

Audio guide in English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese & Mandarin (on the bus)

Free Wi-Fi onboard

Complimentary headphones

Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

TOTAL DURATION1 hour 45 minutes
FREQUENCY20 minutes
FIRST DEPARTURERome Termini Station at 9:00 AM
LAST DEPARTURERome Termini Station at 7:00 PM
Timeline
Map
1. Rome Termini Station
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2 attractions
Termini Railway Station
National Roman Museum
8 minutes walk
2. Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore
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2 attractions
Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore
1 minute walk
Palazzo del Quirinale
8 minutes walk
3. Colosseum
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2 attractions
Colosseum
19 hours 39 minutes walk
Palatine Hill
5 minutes walk
4. Circo Massimo
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2 attractions
Circo Massimo
1 minute walk
Bocca della Verità
1 minute walk
5. Piazza Venezia
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2 attractions
Piazza Venezia
1 minute walk
Teatro di Marcello
1 minute walk
6. Vatican
Get direction
2 attractions
Vatican
11 minutes walk
Castel Sant'Angelo
3 minutes walk
7. Ludovisi / Spanish Steps
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3 attractions
Spanish Steps
4 minutes walk
Via Condotti
13 minutes walk
Keats-Shelley Memorial House
13 minutes walk
8. Piazza Barberini / Spanish Steps
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2 attractions
Piazza Barberini
4 minutes walk
Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini
4 minutes walk

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Andrew H
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Off to a great start with the big bus. There seemed to be plenty of buses doing the loop so we didn't have to wait long. Audio was good. The buses did get pretty full so had to wait and get the next bus but that wasn't a big deal. I loved the app map which showed where the buses were. There seemed to be a big bus rep at every stop which was helpful
Franz R
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The drivers did a great job navigating the heavy traffic and still managed to move along at a fairly brisk pace. This allowed us to see a lot of the city. The audio guide was also very good and engaging. As a result, we learned a lot about the city and its history in a relatively short amount of time.
Stefania B
Family
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The tour was wonderful, and it was great to be able to hop on and off at Rome’s most interesting spots. We took full advantage of it all day, visiting various attractions of our choice. The commentary and explanations provided along the way were also interesting.
David D
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The bus tour was great—it’s really a great idea, and the many stops that let you visit the different monuments are really nice. From booking tickets online to boarding the bus, the whole process is very convenient and quick. I highly recommend it.
Calogero M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It was a memorable experience—being able to get on and off whenever we wanted was amazing and easy. We set aside 48 hours for the trip so we wouldn't be in a rush. And we got to see practically all of Rome's beautiful landmarks. Definitely worth doing.

What's not allowed

Luggage is not allowed on board.

Accessibility

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

Additional information

Pets with muzzles are welcome on board.

The 3-hour hop-on hop-off ticket is valid only on the date chosen at the time of purchase.

From April to October, the buses arrive at a frequency of 8 minutes. From November to March, the frequency is 10 minutes.

You will receive an email with your voucher shortly.

No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

You can redeem your voucher and board the bus at any stop.

You can also redeem your voucher in the Big Bus Shop & Info Centre (Via delle Terme di Diocleziano 34). The location not only offers support but also provides added value for guests with amenities like water, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and occasional special discounts.