Essential Ticket

Name: Essential Ticket | Rome | Big Bus Tours
Brand: Big Bus Tours
Rating: 4.0 (481 reviews)

Make the most of your visit to Rome with our 48-hour Essential Ticket.

Adult

From €37.80 (Full price from €42.00)
Child 5–15

From €18.90 (Full price from €21.00)
Family 2 Adults, 2 Children

From €94.50 (Full price from €105.00)

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Hop-on, Hop-off

Our hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to plan your own itinerary and explore the best of Rome’s landmarks for as little or as long as you like. Hop off the tour as many times as you wish within the validity period of your ticket and simply hop on again when you're ready. T&Cs: If your ticket is valid for more than one day, it must be used on consecutive days within Big Bus Tours Rome's hours of operation.

Routes

Red Route

Discover Rome with pre-recorded commentary.
- Operates 9:00am-6:00pm
- Frequency: 20 min
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FAQs

Do I need to choose a date for my tour?

Yes – when you book, you will need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to secure your seat. If your ticket has extra inclusions, you may also need to book dates and times for these inclusions after your purchase is complete via our Booking Portal. For more information, please see the instructions on your booking confirmation email.

What time does the tour start and how often do the buses run?

Our service operates daily. See our Service Information page for tour schedule information and notices. Alternatively, you can check times with a Big Bus Tours team member, or contact us with any questions.

Is the commentary available in my language?

Educational and informative pre-recorded commentary is available on board all buses. Tune in via complimentary headphones to learn secrets and stories about the rich history of Rome, its famous inhabitants, dazzling architecture and vibrant culture.
Commentary is available in the following languages:

English
Italian
Spanish
French
German
Brazilian Portuguese
Mandarin

Your complimentary headphones are distributed when you board the bus. They are brand new and you are welcome to keep them! Alternatively, please feel welcome to use your own wired headphones with a jack connector.

Where can I buy a ticket for the tour?

You can purchase tickets on this website, or from a member of our Big Bus street sales team, or at any of our two kiosks (one is located at Termini station and the other is located at the Colosseum), or from our trusted merchant partners.

How do I redeem my ticket?

Simply show your ticket to a Big Bus Tours staff member at one of our stops or aboard the bus. They'll issue you a receipt that you'll be able to use to hop on the bus throughout the validity of your ticket.

Tell me about Big Bus Tours Rome

Big Bus Tours offers entertaining sightseeing tours of Rome on open-top double-decker buses. You'll pass famous landmarks like the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Piazza Venezia, Vatican City, and more, with stops located nearby so you can hop off the bus to explore them at your own pace. During the tour, you can tune in to pre-recorded commentary, which is available in a variety of languages.

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