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Official Vatican Hop-on Hop-off Tour in Rome

The longest and most complete Hop-on Hop-off  Rome Tour, combining the Official Vatican tour and City Sightseeing. With air conditioning, Wi-Fi, onboard staff and multilingual audioguide, see top sights like the Vatican and Colosseum. Choose 24/48/72h tickets and hop on and off with no limits!

Key Information

Validity of the tickets

From monday to sunday.

Duration of the tour

1 h and 30 minutes for a full panoramic loop.

Skip the Line

For the ticket office.

Instant ticket delivery

Buy your ticket and hop on board. We will send the ticket via email.

Audio guide included

Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, Portuguese.

Tour mode

Buses run every 18 minutes. For the stops at St. John Lateran and Piazza Navona, every 40 to 45 minutes.

Non-nominative

Highlighted

  • The only Hop-on Hop-off tour in Rome combining Official Vatican Tour and City Sightseeing fleets, with access to two panoramic routes on one ticket or Omnia Card.
  • The longest and most complete Hop-on Hop-off Rome Tour.
  • Hop on and off as many times as you like, at any stop along the route!
  • Includes three exclusive stops: Basilica of St. John Lateran, Piazza Navona, and Largo di Torre Argentina — each rich in history and culture.
  • Enjoy stunning views of landmarks like the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Circus Maximus, the Vatican, and more from an open-top double-decker bus.
  • Free onboard Wi-Fi and air conditioning on both decks ensure comfort and connectivity throughout your ride.
  • Multilingual audio guide in 8 languages with stories and facts about Rome’s landmarks.
  • Multilingual staff onboard are available to assist and provide information whenever needed.
  • Choose flexible 24, 48, or 72-hour tickets to hop on and off at your own pace and explore Rome’s iconic sights.
  • Children aged 0 to 5 travel free, making this perfect for families.
  • A full panoramic loop takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, giving you the perfect overview of the city in a short amount of time.
  • Buses run every 18 minutes, ensuring frequent service throughout the day. Please note that for the additional stops at St. John Lateran and Piazza Navona, the frequency is approximately every 40 to 45 minutes.
  • A detailed map helps you plan your route easily.

Includes

  • Access to two panoramic routes with a single ticket or Omnia Card.
  • Three exclusive stops: Basilica of St. John Lateran, Piazza Navona, and Largo di Torre Argentina.
  • Panoramic views of iconic landmarks such as the Basilica of St. Mary Major and of St. John Lateran, the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Piazza Venezia, Largo di Torre Argentina, Piazza Navona, the Vatican, the Spanish Steps and Piazza Barberini.
  • Hop on and off with no limits.
  • Open-top double-decker bus.
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard.
  • Air conditioning on both decks.
  • Multilingual staff onboard for assistance.
  • Flexible tickets valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours.
  • Children aged 0 to 5 travel free.
  • Detailed route map to help plan your visit.
  • Multilingual audio guide in 8 languages with stories and facts about Rome’s landmarks.
  • Duration of full panoramic loop: 1 h and 30 minutes.
  • Buses run every 18 minutes. The stops at St. John Lateran and Piazza Navona, the frequency is 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Food and Drink

Useful Information

  • IMPORTANT: When you first board the Open Bus, you will get a paper receipt. Keep it safe during your stay in Rome.
  • Buses run every 18 minutes, ensuring frequent service throughout the day. For the stops at St. John Lateran and Piazza Navona, the frequency is every 40 to 45 minutes.
  • The Open Bus Hop-on Hop-off service is available every day from Monday to Sunday.
  • Eating or drinking alcohol on the Open Bus is not allowed.
  • We provide special assistance for people with disabilities. Only one wheelchair is allowed per vehicle.
  • The service usually follows the schedule, but sometimes local authorities or unexpected events might change the frequency of trips or the route, which may result in some stops being removed.
  • Rome and Vatican Card is not responsible for any personal items lost or forgotten on the Open Bus.

Full Description

Discover the best of Rome with the only Hop-on Hop-off tour that combines two fleets in one unforgettable experience!

Explore the Eternal City comfortably aboard an Hop-on Hop-off bus and admire all of Rome’s most iconic landmarks — from the Circus Maximus and the Colosseum to the Vatican, St. John Lateran, Piazza Venezia, Piazza Navona, Santa Maria Maggiore and more....

This is the only tour in Rome that gives you access to both the Official Vatican Tour and City Sightseeing Rome open buses. With a single Hop-on Hop-off ticket — or with your Omnia Card — you can enjoy two panoramic routes, designed to take you through the heart of Roman history and culture.

What makes this tour truly unique is the inclusion of three exclusive stops that no other service offers: St. John Lateran Basilica, the most ancient basilica and the official cathedral of the Pope; Piazza Navona, one of Rome’s most beautiful squares and Largo di Torre Argentina, an archaeological site where Julius Caesar met his fate.

It’s a unique, brand-new and super-convenient way to explore Rome, offering all the comfort you need.

  • Learn about Ancient Rome through a multilingual audio guide system available in 8 languages, sharing stories, legends, and historical insights as you ride past the Capital’s most breathtaking views.
  • All buses are equipped with free onboard Wi-Fi, so you can instantly share your best moments and photos with friends and family. Plus, both upper and lower decks are fully air-conditioned, allowing you to enjoy the journey even during the hottest seasons.
  • Multilingual staff is always onboard to welcome you and assist with anything you might need during the tour.
  • For a family friendly way to explore Rome, this tour allows children up to 5 years old to travel completely free.

A detailed map of all stops is included, so you can easily plan your route and decide where to hop on or off. A full panoramic loop takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, giving you the perfect overview of the city in a short amount of time. Buses run every 18 minutes, ensuring frequent service throughout the day. Please note that for the additional stops at St. John Lateran and Piazza Navona, the frequency is approximately every 40 to 45 minutes.

You can find the detailed map of all stops is included mere.

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Hop-on Hop-off Rome Tour let you see all of this masterpieces.

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