Rome Hop-on Hop-off Double Decker Bus Tour

Explore Rome at your own pace on an extensive hop-on hop-off itinerary through the heart of Rome. The buses are open top which allows you to enjoy full 360 degree panoramic views as you travel along your route. You have the choice of a 24 or 48 hours ticket with which to make use of the 17 stops in the most beautiful, cultural and evocative areas of the Eternal city. The tour operates 365 days per year.

The buses are equipped with a personalized throwaway audio system which functions in 6 different languages, providing recorded commentary throughout the tour. There is also an English and Italian speaking host onboard each bus to assist with any queries. You will be provided with a set of earphones which you keep and use for the duration of your ticket.

The double decker green bus departs Termini Station every 15 to 20 minutes giving you plenty of opportunities to explore each stop in detail. If you were to stay on the bus for the entire loop, it would take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Upgrade to Rome Tiber River Hop-on Hop-off Cruise (Optional): Please note, this option is not available until June 15, 2009 due to flooding
Seasonal, March to October. If you purchase the 48 hour bus ticket, you also have the option to add a 24 hour hop-on hop-off Rome cruise. It's a great way to enjoy Rome and move effortlessly around the city, especially in high season. The combined ticket offers a perfectly planned route of Rome's major sites coupled with the absolute freedom to alight and re-board the bus or boat as you wish. 24hr-cruise is available for purchase with the 48-hr bus ticket only. Also, if you pre-book this cruise option, the total price represents 10% saving!

Schedule details

Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Point:

You may board and redeem your voucher on the bus at any of the 17 stops throughout the city.

Departure Time:

Tours depart every 15 to 20 minutes, subject to traffic conditions. The first tour departs Termini Station or San Pietro at 9:00am. The last tour departs Termini Station at 6:45pm or San Pietro at 7:45pm. 

Valid from the time of first use, for the duration selected.

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Hop-on hop-off tour
• Tour escort/hostess

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• The buses are wheelchair accessible on the lower deck. The easiest boarding point is Termini Station.

Itinerary:

Rome Hop-on Hop-off Stops:

1. TERMINI - Piazza dei Cinquecento in front of Police Station (side Via Cavour - there's a terminal for open top coaches)
2. SANTA MARIA MAGGIORE - Via Liberiana 16 - the side of Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore
3. COLOSSEO - Via Celio Vibenna
   
4. CIRCO MASSIMO - Opposite Piazzale Ugo La Malfa
5. ISOLA TIBERINA - Piazza di Monte Savello ATAC bus stop
6. BOTTEGHE OSCURE - Via Botteghe Oscure
7. CHIESA NUOVA - Piazza della Chiesa Nuova (Corso Vittorio Emanuele)
8. SAN PIETRO - Opposite Caffè San Pietro  (no. 36)
9. PONTE SANT'ANGELO - Piazza Sant'Angelo opposite the Castle 
   
10. PIAZZA AUGUSTO IMPERATORE - wait for the bus in front of the "Gusto Restaurant
11. PIAZZA NAVONA - Corso Rinascimento
12. PIAZZA VENEZIA - Museo Vittoriano, side of "colonna Traiana" Monday to Friday ATTENTION: the side of Piazza Ara Coeli on Sundays and Bank Holidays (without sign)
13. TRITONE - Via del Tritone
    
14. PIEMONTE - Via Piemonte
15. VIA VENETO - Via Boncompagni corner Via Veneto
    
16. PIAZZA BARBERINI - On the square beside the Optician shop 
    
17. REPUBBLICA - Piazza della Repubblica corner Via Terme di Diocleziano

Rome Open Top alters its route every Sunday and selected public holidays (Easter) due to traffic restrictions and road closures. Stops affected frequently include COLOSSEO or CIRCO MASSIMO. All attractions continue to open, however traffic will be restricted. Please note, it is easy to walk to any attractions from alternative Rome Open Top routes. All changes will be identified on the day of travel. Check with the friendly hostess onboard for details.

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.