Get an entry ticket to the Vatican Museums, home to the most amazing art collections
Entry to the beautiful Sistine Chapel, renowned for its stunning interiors and ceilings
You can choose to explore alone or get an expert guide for a more detailed experience
The bus has free Wi-Fi and an audio guide in 8 languages on board
Download the free app to know about the position of the bus in real-time
Enjoy a walking tour included with this tour in multiple languages
Mobile Vouchers are accepted, no need to take the printed tickets!

Step into the world of history and art with a visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Marvel at the legendary architecture of the Vatican and see the important collection of ancient art in the world. You can choose to explore yourself or let yourself be guided by an expert guide. This combo tour also includes a 24 hr Hop On, Hop Off Rome bus tour, offering you the easiest way to travel around Rome and see its main attractions. You can get off at any stop to explore the place and hop back on whenever you are ready. The bus has free Wi-Fi and an audio guide onboard in 8 languages, and a free mobile app to track the buses in real time. You will enjoy a walking tour in different languages included with your package, experience the most of your time in Rome with this combo tour package.

The Vatican Museums are a must-see in Rome, not only for their extensive collections of art, archaeology, and ethnology, all collected by the Popes over the years. This is the home of some of the most lavishly decorated halls and galleries in the country. Explore the Vatican Museums and marvel at the breathtaking beauty of the Sistine Chapel. This excursion offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the world’s most significant collections of ancient art.

You have the option to visit the Vatican Museums independently with an entrance ticket or enhance your experience with a guided tour led by one of our expert guides. Explore Rome at your own pace in a comfortable open-top Hop on, Hop Off Rome bus, and explore the Vatican Museums with this combo tour. Join us on this seamless travel experience and a visit to one of the world's most iconic attractions - this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!

Be overwhelmed as you enter the Vatican Museum and visit the majestic Sistine Chapel. This experience includes entrance to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, with the option to join a guided tour inside if selected. Every corner of the chapel is decorated with mosaics on the floor and intricate frescoes on the wall, painted by early Renaissance artists. Following the lead of your guide, witness the history of Rome unfolding in front of you as you see the historic tapestries, frescoes, statues, and maps. Prepare to be amazed by the famous details like Michelangelo's unique self-portrait. In this artwork, he clearly expresses his feelings; the pain of being skinned alive would be less than the agony of painting the Sistine Chapel again. Grasp and value what goes into fresco making via an up-close experience.

Additionally, this package includes a Rome Hop On, Hop Off pass, valid for 24hours, allowing you to easily navigate the city and visit its most renowned attractions. The bus takes you to two routes- Red Line and the Jubilee Line. See the main places of the Eternal City, from the Imperial Forums to the Colosseum, from the Circus Maximus to Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore and more. Have the chance to visit all of the Eternal City’s main attractions on an open-top double-decker Rome Hop On, Hop Off bus. Rome Hop On, Hop Off bus, which allows you unlimited hop-on and hop-off at designated stops, giving you the flexibility to explore Rome at your own pace. The buses offer free Wi-Fi and an audio guide available in 8 different languages. You will also get access to the free ‘Sightseeing Experience’ app, which lets you track the real-time location of buses and view waiting times at each stop. A walking tour is also included and is available in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. Discover Rome’s infinite charm and unravel its histories, legends, myths, and beauty on this sightseeing tour.

Rome Hop on Hop off Bus Schedule(Starting 1st April to 31st October 2026)

Red Line Terminal A:

First Bus: 09:00am, Last Bus: 06:00pm

Full Loop: (Approx.) 90 Minutes

Frequency: Every 15-25 Minutes

First Stop: Via Marsala,7

Jublee Line Terminal C:

First Bus: 09:25am, Last Bus: 04:25pm

Full Loop: (Approx.) 90 Minutes

Frequency: Every 15-25 Minutes

First Stop: Piazza dei Cinquecento

Vatican Museums:

Opening hours: 08:00am till 08:00pm (Last entry at 06:00pm)

Duration: (approx.) 2 hours

(Please check the calendar to know about the availability)

Rome Hop on Hop off Bus Ticket (24 Hours)
Multilingual Audioguide on Board (Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian and Portuguese)
Entrance Ticket to Castel Sant'Angelo
Skip the Line Ticket to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Hotel pick up and drop off
Any Meal

You can board the bus at any stop and voucher can be exchanged directly with the driver. However, the we would recommend to board from the first stop of each route.

You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.

Please check your ticket to know when it expires.

After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.

In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.

The day before the visit the tour operator will contact you by email to send you all the details regarding your visit. They will indicate the exact meeting point and the entrance time for the Vatican Museums and Castel San'Angelo (a few minutes before the time you have booked, in case you do not receive the e-mail you can contact us +39 3475517099 visitorvaticano@city-sightseeing.it)
Please note that the voucher received at the time of booking will not be the ticket to be shown at the meeting point to enter the Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo.

Voucher Type: Mobile and paper vouchers are accepted for this tour!

Wheelchair Access: Yes (Manual Ramp)

Guests are advised to carry their Passport/ID card on their travel day.

Please note that the Hop-On Hop-Off pass will become valid upon voucher activation.

The ticket for Castel Sant'Angelo is scheduled for the afternoon of the first day, while the entrance to the Vatican Museums is planned for the second day. Please note that exact times may vary slightly based on availability.

Pets: Not allowed on the buses.

Suitcases, alcohol, drugs, glassware, and knives are not allowed at the sites.

Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.

Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, especially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. No Refund possible in such conditions.

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Route Map

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You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.