City Sightseeing Rome: Hop-on Hop-off Tickets & Route

Q: How many stops does the route have?

10 stops in total: 3 of them right at Termini station (Terminal A, Stop 1, Terminal C), 7 more spread between Santa Maria Maggiore, the Colosseum, the Vatican, and the Spanish Steps.

Q: Does the ticket also work with other bus operators?

Yes, it's a 2-in-1 ticket that also covers the Yellow Line run by Vatican & Rome Open Bus.

Q: How often do the buses run?

Every 20 minutes between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with the last departure at 6:00 PM.

Q: Is a night tour included in the ticket?

Only with the 72-hour ticket, and only between March and October.

Q: Is there a discount for children?

Yes, children ages 5 to 15 pay a reduced price, and kids under 5 ride for free.

Q: Are the buses wheelchair accessible?

Some buses are wheelchair accessible, but each ride only has one wheelchair space. Wheelchair users should check with staff in advance to find out which bus is coming next.

City Sightseeing runs its own route in Rome, with tickets valid from 1 day up to 72 hours. Buses run every 20 minutes, and the route covers 10 stops between Termini station, the Vatican, and the Spanish Steps. The ticket also includes access to the "Yellow Line" run by Vatican & Rome Open Bus – two operators, one ticket.

City Sightseeing Rome runs red-and-yellow double-decker buses along a fixed route past the city's major sights: from Termini station via Santa Maria Maggiore, Circo Massimo, and Piazza Venezia to the Vatican and the Spanish Steps. The ticket also covers the "Yellow Line" run by Vatican & Rome Open Bus, a second operator with its own route around the Vatican – so one ticket covers two bus networks.

A full loop without getting off takes 90 to 100 minutes, depending on traffic. Buses run every 20 minutes between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Onboard, a recorded audio commentary plays in 8 languages; you can also download a self-guided walking tour of the city center in 5 languages through the free "Sightseeing Experience" app, which includes real-time bus locations.

What You'll See Along the Route

Vatican – St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and Castel Sant'Angelo are within walking distance of the Vatican stop.

Piazza Venezia – The route's most central stop, with the Pantheon and the Roman Forum reachable on foot from here.

Spanish Steps – Two stops, Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Barberini, both sit within walking distance of the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain.

Santa Maria Maggiore – One of Rome's four papal basilicas sits right at Stop 2.

Tickets & Prices

City Sightseeing sells several ticket tiers in Rome with different validity periods. All tiers include hop-on/hop-off access to the route plus the second ticket for the Yellow Line.

1 loop (no stops)	from €18.00
1 day (until end of day)	from €27.00
24 hours	from €33.00
48 hours	from €39.00
72 hours (incl. night tour March–October)	from €46.00

You can buy tickets online in advance or directly from City Sightseeing staff at major stops like Termini or Piazza Venezia. Buying online in advance can save you up to 20% off the on-site price.

Included & Not Included

Included

Hop-on/hop-off ticket for the full route, valid on both City Sightseeing Rome and Vatican & Rome Open Bus (Yellow Line)
Ride on an open-top double-decker bus
Recorded audio commentary in 8 languages, including German
Free use of the "Sightseeing Experience" app with live bus locations
Free self-guided walking tour of the city center in 5 languages (app download)
Free Wi-Fi on board
Night tour included where covered by the 72-hour ticket (March through October only)

Not included

Admission to sights along the route (Colosseum, Vatican Museums, dome of St. Peter's Basilica, etc.)
Guided tours with a live guide
Food and drinks
Hotel transfer – the route serves fixed stops, no hotel pickup

The Route: All Stops

Terminal A – Via Marsala, 7

Start and end point of the route, right at Termini station.

Stop 1 – Via Giolitti, 38

A second stop at Termini station, on the opposite side from Terminal A.

Terminal C – Piazza dei Cinquecento

Third stop, right at the station forecourt.

Stop 2 – Santa Maria Maggiore

Right at one of Rome's four papal basilicas.

Stop 3 – Colosseo, Via di San Gregorio

Stop right at the Colosseum, Rome's most-visited landmark.

Stop 4 – Circo Massimo, Piazzale Ugo La Malfa

Right at the ancient chariot racing track.

Stop 5 – Piazza Venezia, Via di Teatro Marcello, 12

The route's most central stop: the Pantheon, the Roman Forum, and Piazza Navona are all reachable on foot from here.

Stop 6 – Vatican, Lungotevere Tor di Nona, 7

Your stop for St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, and Castel Sant'Angelo.

Stop 7 – Piazza di Spagna, Via Ludovisi, 17

A short walk from the Spanish Steps.

Stop 8 – Piazza Barberini, Via Barberini, 14

A second boarding point for the Spanish Steps, within walking distance of the Trevi Fountain.

The route and stops can change on short notice; the current map is available on board.

Operating Hours

Mon – Sun from 9:00 AM

Tips for Your Ride

Two Bus Networks, One Ticket

Your ticket also covers the Yellow Line run by Vatican & Rome Open Bus. Use this if you plan to shuttle between the Vatican and the city center more than once.

Download the App Before You Ride

Download the "Sightseeing Experience" app before you board. That way, the self-guided walking tour still works offline once you've downloaded it.

72-Hour Ticket for a Longer Stay

If you're in Rome for 3 or more days, the 72-hour ticket pays off: the night tour between March and October is already included.

Use Your First Ride to Get Oriented

Stay seated through the full loop on your first ride. That gives you an overview of the whole city in about 90 to 100 minutes, before you get off at the stops that interest you most.