Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum with Open Bus Tour, Rome
Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum with Open Bus Tour, Rome
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
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Experience Rome's iconic landmarks with ease on an open-air bus tour, featuring stops at the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum. This convenient way to see must-see sights includes a route past Santa Maria Maggiore basilica, Circus Maximus, Piazza Venezia, and Trevi Fountain, among others. Starting from Termini Station with buses every 15-20 minutes throughout the day ensures you won't miss these historic highlights of Rome.
Experience Rome's iconic landmarks with ease on an open-air bus tour, featuring stops at the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum. This convenient way to see must-see sights includes a route past Santa Maria Maggiore basilica, Circus Maximus, Piazza Venezia, and Trevi Fountain, among others. Starting from Termini Station with buses every 15-20 minutes throughout the day ensures you won't miss these historic highlights of Rome.
Explore Rome's landmarks at your convenience as you tick off all the must-see sights from the comfort of your bus.
Whizz past famous attractions like the Colosseum Archaeological Area, the massive stadium of Circus Maximus, and the Trevi fountain from an open bus.
Once your bus tour is done, head straight to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum, and discover them at your pace.
Enhance your bus tour as your onboard audio commentary narrates a brief history of each sight you pass by.
Did you know the Roman Forum was once a swampy valley before becoming the heart of ancient Rome?
Bus ticket for city tour of Rome
Audio commentary onboard
Access to Colosseum tier 1 & 2
Access to Colosseum Museum
Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of the Colosseum, Rome.
The best of Rome by the bus
Explore Rome's landmarks at your own pace and convenience, as you tick off all the must-see sights from the comfort of your open-air bus. Whizz past famous attractions like the Santa Maria Maggiore basilica, the massive stadium of Circus Maximus, the squares of Piazza Venezia and Piazza Barberini to name a few.
Schedule
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First bus: 8:30am from Termini Station
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Last bus: 6:40pm from Termini Station (5:40pm from Nov to Mar 14)
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Frequency: every 15-20 mins
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Popular stops: Colosseum, Piazza Barberini, and Trevi Fountain
Please note: From 23rd Dec, STOP 6 will be at LUNGOTEVERE TOR DI NONA 7 (Between via Panico and Via Mastro).
Please click here for the route map and boarding points.
Discover the wonders of ancient Rome
Once your tour is complete, delve deeper into the city's history by visiting the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum. These iconic landmarks offer a glimpse into ancient Rome's grandeur and power. Climb Palatine Hill to admire the panoramic views of the city. Wander through the Roman Forum, once the heart of ancient Rome, and envision the bustling marketplace and political activities that once occurred here.
Aerial view of the Colosseum in Rome with surrounding cityscape.
Open bus crew members welcoming passengers onboard.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of the Colosseum, Rome.
Aerial view of the Colosseum in Rome with surrounding cityscape.
Open bus crew members welcoming passengers onboard.
Colosseum and Arch of Constantine in Rome, Italy, part of escorted entrance combo pass tour.
What's not allowed
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You cannot bring your luggage and large backpacks for this experience.
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
Accessibility
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, baby carriages, and people with mobility issues.
Additional information
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As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is not possible to skip the lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.
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Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry.
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Just a heads-up: the order of the tour might change, so it's a good idea to check for updates before your visit.
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Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double check the names at check out for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry.
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Note: this bus tour does not offer a hop-on hop-off ticket.
Open-top bus tour passing by the Colosseum in Rome.
Trevi Fountain in Rome with baroque sculptures and turquoise water.
Colosseum and Arch of Constantine in Rome, Italy, part of escorted entrance combo pass tour.
Open-top bus tour passing by the Colosseum in Rome.
Trevi Fountain in Rome with baroque sculptures and turquoise water.
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Operating hours
Colosseum
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
- Closed on 1st Jan 2026 and 25th Dec 2026.
Roman Forum
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
Palatine Hill
- Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
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