When do I find out my Colosseum and Vatican entrance times?

Your specific entrance times are assigned when you check in at the Vatican Visitor Center meeting point during your chosen timeslot — they are not confirmed before arrival. The Colosseum visit is scheduled for the afternoon of day one, and the Vatican for day two (or vice versa).

Can I board the bus before checking in at the meeting point?

You need to check in at the meeting point first to collect your attraction entrance times. After that, you can board the hop-on hop-off bus at any stop, and your 48-hour bus validity starts from when you first board.

Is there a dress code for any of the sites?

Yes — the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel enforce a strict dress code. Clothing that exposes shoulders, the back, or knees is not permitted. Bring a scarf or light layer to cover up if needed; visitors who do not comply may be refused entry.

Do children need a ticket?

Children under 6 years old are admitted free of charge, though they are not entitled to a dedicated seat on the bus. Children aged 6 and above require a ticket.

How often does the bus run, and what are the operating hours?

Departure times and frequency can vary by season and day.

Can I use my phone to show the ticket, or do I need to print it?

Mobile tickets are accepted — simply have your booking confirmation ready on your phone when you check in at the meeting point and when entering each attraction.

City Sightseeing Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel

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Duration

2 days

Cancellation

Free cancellation 72hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus travel across all nine stops

Skip-the-line admission to the Colosseum

Admission to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Skip-the-line admission to the Vatican Museums

Admission to the Sistine Chapel

Multilingual on-board audio guide

Not included

Food, drinks, and personal expenses

Gratuities

Hotel pick-up or drop-off

What to expect

1
Stop 1 — Terminal A (Via Marsala)
The main boarding point near Termini station, convenient for most central hotels.
2
Stop 2 — Santa Maria Maggiore
Pause at one of Rome's four major basilicas, a striking example of early Christian architecture.
3
Stop 3 — Colosseo
Alight here for your pre-booked Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill visit.
4
Stop 4 — Circo Massimo
The ancient chariot-racing circuit, set against the Aventine Hill — a photogenic open-air stop.
5
Stop 5 — Piazza Venezia
The geographical heart of Rome, home to the monumental Vittoriano and views down the Via dei Fori Imperiali.
6
Stop 6 — Vaticano
Alight here for your pre-booked Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel entrance.
7
Stop 7 — Piazza di Spagna
The Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain are both within easy walking distance of this stop.
8
Stop 8 — Piazza Barberini
A lively square near the Bernini fountains and the gateway to the Via Veneto neighbourhood.
9
Stop 9 — Enrico de Nicola
The final stop on the loop, close to the Baths of Diocletian and a short walk from Termini.

Hop on and off at any stop along the route.

City Sightseeing Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel

City Sightseeing Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Colosseum, Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel

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