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Rome City Pass
More than 50 attractions and experiences – one ticket for the whole city
Explore Rome, the Eternal City, with the Rome City Pass! With the Rome City Pass, you can experience Rome in all its facets, as over 50 attractions and leisure activities are already included in your City Pass. For example: your tickets for the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums – including the Sistine Chapel: already included! Also included: a city tour with the hop-on hop-off bus, admission to the Pantheon, Castel Sant’Angelo and many interesting museums. The Rome City Pass saves you valuable time, as you can avoid the long queues at many of the most popular places – and that’s a really good thing, as there is so much to see here. And if your feet need a break – use your City Pass for a discounted ice cream or hop on a bike and experience Rome from a completely different perspective. Book your sightseeing pass now for a period of 1 to 7 days. Discover the capital of Italy stress-free and inexpensively with the Rome City Pass!
Our included Top Attractions
Skip-the-line at Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
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Free entry to Castel Sant'Angelo
Optional: Airport transfer (Fiumicino & Ciampino)
Optional: Free entry to Colosseum
Free entry to Pantheon
Museums & Galleries
Landmarks & Monuments
Hop On Hop Off & Boat Experiences
Public Transport
Discount Partner
Activities & Leisure Attractions
Airport Transfer
Guided Tours
Don’t miss a thing with the Rome City Pass
With your Rome Pass, you have access to over 50 attractions and leisure activities included.
Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill: the city’s must-see attractions
Vatican museums – the sistine chapel: breathtaking, the vatican courtyards – an insight into the architecture and structure of the vatican city, pantheon and castel sant’angelo, two impressive landmarks of the city, hop-on hop-off city tour – 48 hours, with audio guide, optional: rome airport transfer (fiumicino + ciampino), visit the underground archaeological sites: balbi crypt, vicus caprarius and case romane del celio, experience cities the smart way.
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These are the advantages of the Rome City Pass
With the Rome City Pass, you already have your ticket to Rome’s famous attractions in your pocket, without the hassle of queuing, additional reservations and further ticket purchases. Explore Rome at your own pace and visit as many museums, exhibitions and sights as your heart desires – more than 50 attractions and activities are already included in your City Pass. Admire the city at a glance on a hop-on hop-off city tour and go into more detail on a guided city walk. Our Rome City Pass is your key to an even more intense sightseeing experience – saving time and making the most of your budget has never been easier. Experience Rome as it should be with the Rome City Pass.
Queue less, see more
Don’t queue at the ticket office, save time and energy! The Italian capital delights many visitors with its historical monuments and unique attractions. With the Rome City Pass, you already have your ticket in your pocket and can simply walk straight through to the entrance of each attraction. Thanks to the Rome City Pass, you get access to the top attractions and avoid long queues, giving you more time for the actual experience.
Best value for money
Save time and money with a Rome City Pass – one ticket that covers everything! The Rome City Pass offers unlimited flexibility, as you can decide which attractions you want to visit and when you want to explore them. From top attractions to special experiences, there is something for everyone. The City Pass allows you to experience Rome in your own way.
Optional: local public transport and airport transfer
The Rome City Pass is very flexible and can be customised to your needs. Are you travelling around the city by public transport? Are you arriving at the airport and don’t want to study the whole system and look for a ticket machine first? Book your ticket for public transport or for the airport transfer at the same time.
Only pay for the period you need
As flexible as you are: only book the Rome City Pass for the time you need. Whether you are in the city for just one day or a week – the City Pass adapts perfectly to your plans.
No more need to book individual tickets
The Rome City Pass saves you the hassle of booking individual tickets for each attraction and gives you hassle-free access to the city’s highlights. You will receive your Rome Pass by e-mail immediately after payment has been received.
No time for the Colosseum and Vatican Museums?
Your City Pass already includes a visit to the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums. Logical, because you have to visit these places when you are in Rome! However, if there are no more tickets available for your preferred date or you would like to skip the visit for other reasons, no problem: simply cancel your tickets and save money again. Because with the Rome City Pass you don’t pay for these attractions if you don’t book tickets for them.
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How the Rome City Pass works:
Book: Start your trip to Rome by clicking on "Book now". Choose the number of days, add any extras you want and tell us how many people are coming along.
Receive: As soon as we have booked your tickets for the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums, you will receive the Rome City Pass by email.
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Rome, the capital of Italy, is one of the most fascinating cities in the world. A rich history, impressive sights and a vibrant culture come together here.
Attractions and Activities: Rome is rich in historical and cultural treasures, its history spans 28 centuries. The city is one of the most important tourist destinations in the world, not only for the immensity of its archaeological and artistic treasures, but also for the charm of its unique traditions, the beauty of its panoramic views and the majesty of its magnificent "villas" (parks). Among the most famous and impressive sights are the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, St Peter’s Basilica, the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain. Rome is also famous for its museums, such as the Vatican Museums and the Galleria Borghese, as well as its ancient ruins. Many of the archaeological sites are still underground today and can still be visited. Not to be forgotten: Some of these sights are of course in the Vatican, so technically not in Rome. Vatican City (the smallest country in the world) is an independent state within the city limits of Rome, the only existing example of a country within a city. So somehow, it’s all in Rome. The city on the banks of the river Tiber is considered the cradle of Western civilisation and Christian culture, and the Vatican is the centre of the Catholic Church.
Climate and Best Time to Visit: The climate in Rome is Mediterranean and offers mild winters and warm summers. The best time to visit Rome is in spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the temperatures are pleasant and the tourist crowds are not so large. Summers can get very hot, especially in July and August, while winters are mild.
Facts and figures: Rome is the largest city in Italy and has a permanent population of around 2.8 million people. Up to 4.2 million people live in the metropolitan area of Rome, which includes the surrounding municipalities.
Overall, Rome offers an amazing variety of experiences, be it in terms of history, culture, art or culinary delights. With a City Pass Rome, you can make the most of your visit and enjoy this impressive city to the full.
Use and Validity
Booking and delivery : Booking and delivery: The Rome City Pass is valid for the number of consecutive days selected by you. 1 day = 1 calendar day, starting at 0 am and ending at midnight. The Rome City Pass is available in German, English and French via online booking. Please book early, as visitor capacity in Rome is limited. You will receive your City Pass, and the airport transfer if required, by e-mail. Important: If you have not received an email from Turbopass, please check the spam or junk folder in your email inbox. If the message has been categorised as spam/junk mail, there should be one of the following options: ‘Not spam’, ‘Not junk’ or ‘Add sender to white list’. This will help you to receive future emails from Turbopass. If you still cannot find an email, please contact our customer service. Attention early bookers! Reservations are possible approx. six weeks before the desired date, you will receive your documents at least 1 day before your specified travel date. For last-minute bookers: The processing time for your booking may take 24 hours. Vatican : For your preferred entry to the Vatican, please select a date and time in the corresponding field when ordering. You also have the option of not booking the Vatican if, for example, it is not available on your preferred date. The price for the City Pass will then be reduced accordingly. Please observe the dress code for visiting the Vatican and wear clothing that covers your knees and shoulders, otherwise you may be refused entry. Please note that you may have to be prepared for delays at the security checks at the Vatican. These checks cannot be bypassed even with a Rome City Pass and "priority entry". You may be approached by supposedly "helpful" salespeople outside the Vatican who will try to sell you more overpriced tickets. Don’t go for it, with your City Pass you already have free access reserved for you personally and can go straight to the entrance. Colosseum (with Roman Forum and Palatine Hills) : For your reserved access, please select a date and a preferred time during your booking. For your preferred entrance to the Colosseum, you should be at the entrance 30 minutes before your allocated time slot due to security checks. Go past the ticket queue directly to the entrance. Your ticket is valid for the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill. You can visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on the same day (e.g. before the Colosseum) or the day after the Colosseum, regardless of the time slot you have reserved for the Colosseum. Tickets for children (under 18) are not bound to the time stated on the ticket. What is relevant is the date stated. This means that a child can enter the Colosseum at any time on the specified date.
Arrival and departure times : Note for visits on your arrival or departure day: If you would like to visit the Vatican and/or Colosseum on your arrival or departure day, please let us know the times of your arrival or departure in the note field when booking so that your reserved admission times can be adjusted according to or before your arrival and departure.
Hop-on Hop-off City Tour : Your Rome City Pass includes a 48-hour ticket on the hop-on hop-off bus with free audio commentary in many languages. The ticket is valid for 48 hours. Validity : The Rome City Pass is valid for one day or two, three, four, five or seven consecutive days, starting from the first day the pass is used. The validity cannot be extended. Not even if the validity period happens to include a museum’s closing day. Upon presentation, you will receive free access to the sights and museums included in the Rome City Pass. The services included in the Rome City Pass can be used/visited once in any order during the period of validity of your City Pass.
Airport transfer : Your airport transfer ticket includes the journey from Fiumicino and Ciampino airports to the city centre and a return journey to the airport. You can use the airport transfer on flexible days, the validity of the transfer ticket is not tied to the days of the pass. More information here.
Children and teens : Children and teenagers under the age of 18 sometimes require proof of age (passport or ID) to gain free entry to certain attractions. Children and young people do not pay admission to the Colosseum and the Colosseum does not offer reservations for them. For free admission to the Colosseum, a free ticket is required for under-18s, which you can only obtain on site. Further information on obtaining a free ticket can be found in the appendix of your pass under "Colosseum".
Opening hours : Some museums and sights may be closed for renovation or at short notice on certain days. Many Italian museums are closed on Mondays (does not apply to the Vatican, the Colosseum and the tour) and on 25 December, 1 January and 1 May. The Vatican Museums are closed on Sundays and on some church holidays. St Peter’s Basilica is always closed on Wednesdays from 8am to 12pm and on 24 December and 31 December.
That's good to know : Rome can get crowded during peak travel times. Please be prepared for many visitors who want to visit the main attractions just like you. Security checks are mandatory for everyone and there may be waiting times. The capacity of the Colosseum has been limited to 3000 visitors, which may mean that you have to wait despite having a reservation. In addition to the Colosseum or the Vatican, we recommend visiting the many other great museums and attractions that are perhaps less in the spotlight. Your Rome City Pass includes lots of other exciting content for an interesting visit to Rome. With the Rome City Pass, you get a package that makes your trip and preparations easier. Compared to individual purchases and organisation, you save money, time and nerves. You can find more information about the City Pass under Questions and help. We hope you enjoy your visit to Rome!
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Rome City Pass Comparison Your Definitive Guide
By Elyssa Bernard
August 15, 2023
Wondering which Rome city pass is the best one?
You want to skip the line , you want to save money . So which combo pass for Rome should you get?
Rome City Pass Options
You want to skip the lines at Rome's top attractions? Who doesn't?
I'm going to start right off the bat by telling you that none of the Rome city passes will save you money .
For the main sites included in these passes, the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums , there are other ways to skip the line.
To see how to skip the line at the Colosseum, visit my page here . To see how to skip the line at the Vatican, visit my page here .
As for getting public transportation passes , that's easy too. You don't need any Rome city pass to do that, and taxis are not part of any pass.
Just know that if you buy any kind of Rome city pass, it is not for any kind of saving, but for the convenience factor only .
Want help visiting Rome on a budget? Visit my page here .
All of the combo passes you can buy for Rome are "skip-the-line" , so that's not an issue.
Most come with maps, and the first four offer an additional discount of 10-20% off sites that you don't use for your free site.
So what is the difference between all the passes ?
What's included? What's not? Will you save money? Which one is best for YOU?
Let me help you break through the confusion about which Rome city pass you should get, and why.
Rome Combo Passes for General Sight-Seeing
Here are the different kinds of Rome city passes, all of which offer skip-the-line access, and entry to at least the Colosseum.
Click each one to find out costs, what's included, and my assessment.
- Rome Turbopass
Rome Super Pass
Rome combo passes for transportation and specific focus.
You may also be interested in these other Rome combo tickets that are more specific. I review them after the Rome city pass reviews.
Unlike the above passes, I do think these combo tickets are a really good value for what you pay, provided you use them well:
- Transportation Pass
- Colosseum/Palatine Hill/Roman Forum ticket
- National Rome Museum Pass
Appia Antica Card
32€ for 2 days - 52€ for 3 days
The Roma Pass is probably the most popular of the Rome city passes.
Offered by the city of Rome, it allows skip-the-line access and unlimited bus/metro/tram transportation in Rome, for a 2-day or 3-day period.
If you choose the 2-day pass, you get one site of your choice included, and then you'll get a 10-20% discount off all the other sites associated with the pass.
If you choose the 3-day pass, you get two sites of your choice included, then a 10-20% discount of all the other participating sites.
I have a whole page dedicated to the ins and outs of the Roma Pass, along with a pricing breakdown (in which I show you that it is not a money-saver but rather, a nice package that offers you that VIP feeling).
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Roma Pass breakdown
What's included:
- One free entry to the Colosseum , Galleria Borghese , or any of a number of other state-run archeological sites and museums
- You can also choose from city-run sites and museums, such as the Capitoline Museums, and Trajan's Market
- City public transportation (bus/metro/tram)
What's not included:
- St. Peter's Basilica
- St Peter's Dome Climb
- Vatican Museums (Sistine Chapel)
- Airport transfer
- Hop-on/Hop-off bus
- Children's discount
Big plus - Skipping the line at the Colosseum
Big minus - You won't save money unless you are a turbo sight-seer
Bottom line - The Roma Pass is great if you like knowing that is will be easy to simply show up and skip the line. It's also useful that it comes with unlimited transportation, and a handy, well-designed map. Don't plan on it saving you money, but rather use it more for the convenience.
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Purchase the convenient Turbopass and visit all of Rome's top attractions including the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Vatican.
With one handy pass, it's all included.
129€ for 3 days
The Omnia Pass is basically the Roma Pass (above) with Vatican stuff added on.
In addition to all the benefits you get with the Roma Pass, you will have skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums (no tour, just entry).
And as long as you take the shortcut from the Sistine Chapel to St. Peter's Basilica , you will skip the (security) line for the basilica as well.
- All the sites on the Roma Pass
Big plus - Skipping the line at the Colosseum, and Vatican Museums
Big minus - It's pretty impossible for this pass to save you any money
Bottom line - The Omnia Pass is great if you are planning a typical 3-day visit to Rome , and want to see the two main tourist attractions, the Colosseum and Vatican Museums, without having to deal with long lines.
It also includes the Hop-On/Hop-Off bus which can be useful your first day in Rome to really get the lay of the land. Don't plan on it saving you money, but rather use it more for the convenience.
110.90€ for 3 days
The Turbo Pass is Rome City pass made by a German company. It seems they wanted to offer more flexible options for 1,2, 3, 4 and 7-days.
All their passes include skip-the-line free entry to the Colosseum and to the Vatican Museums . They also all include free public transportation .
All passes include free entry to Castel Sant'Angelo .
- Colosseum and all other state-run archeological sites and museums
- Museo delle Mura and Villa di Massenzio on Appia Antica
- Hop-on/Hop-off bus (1 day)
- has an optional airport transfer
Big plusses - More things are included on this pass than any other
Big minus - There is not an included airport transfer but there is optional add on
Bottom line - The Turbo Pass is a great choice if you need flexibility in the length of your stay, and you want to have all the sites plus public transportation covered.
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105.90€ - valid for 3 consecutive days
The Rome Super Pass is offered by another tour company, Tiqets . Tiqets sells tours and entry tickets with a really easy to use interface and booking calendar. Also, your tickets come right to your mobile device, so you don't need to print anything. Their Rome City Pass is very basic.
It includes skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums.
- Colosseum/Roman Forum/ Palatine Hill
- Any other sites in Rome
- Unlimited - metro, bus and tram
Big plusses - Simple, easy to use and understand. Gets you into the top to tourist attractions in Rome
Big minus - A lot more expensive than just buying the Colosseum and Vatican Museums site tickets separately
Bottom line - The Rome Super Pass is perfect if you just want to purchase your skip-the-line tickets ahead of time, and know you've got that covered. It's also great if you don't have a lot of time in Rome, and so wouldn't really take advantage of a lot of discounts at other sites.
The perfect 3-day itinerary in Rome
Trying to figure out how to organize your visit to Rome? I've got the perfect 3-day itinerary for first-time visitors (or those who have not been here in a while.) It works for a 2.5 day visit as well.
In my 3-day itinerary, you'll see all the major must-see Rome attractions like the Vatican , Colosseum , Trevi Fountain , Pantheon , Piazza Navona , Spanish Steps , Castel Sant'Angelo , and much more.
And if you have more time, or want suggestions for extra/other things to do, you'll find that there too.
Visit my page with the best 3-day itinerary in Rome for first-timers .
Targeted Rome City Pass Options
The below tickets are more specific passes you may find useful, depending on how long you will be in Rome, and your particular interests.
The first two are the most commonly used tickets/passes by visitors to Rome:
Rome ATAC Transportation Pass
18€ for a 3-day pass. Children under 10 ride free.
I love to see Rome on foot, both for the exercise and for all the things you can really only see on foot, like open doorways and hidden courtyards.
But walking around Rome can be exhausting, especially if you are doing a lot of intense sight-seeing.
You might also want use some form of transportation if you are staying outside the city center, have mobility issues, or have young children or elderly travellers with you.
The Rome ATAC bus/metro passes are super easy to use and easy to buy.
You can just pick one up anyplace you can buy bus/metro tickets, which includes newspaper kiosks or Tabbachi shops.
They metro, bus, and tram all use the same tickets and you may combine the systems. For example, you may decide to take the metro from Rome Termini station to the Vatican , and from there, take a bus towards Pantheon (where the Metro does not go).
- BIT ticket ( one-time use ) - A one-way metro ticket costs 1.50€. For this ticket, you are allowed to change train or bus once (same direction, not round-trip). It's valid for 100 minutes from the moment you validate it.
- Roma24 - A 24-hour pass costs 7€ pass and is valid for unlimited use for 24 hours from the moment you validate it. If you will use the bus/metro more than 4 times in one day , it would be worth getting this pass.
- Roma48 - A 48-hour pass costs 12.50€ and is valid for unlimited use for 48 hours from the moment you validate it.
- Roma72 - A 3-day metro/bus pass costs 18€. It's good for unlimited bus/metro use around Rome for 72 hours from the moment you validate it.
- CIS ticket ( 7-day use ) A 7-day pass costs 24€, and is good for unlimited travel on the buses and metro in Rome from and including the day you validate it, until midnight of the 7th day.
- For more information, visit ATAC , Rome's official public transportation portal. The site is really limited in English but you can use Google translate.
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Colosseum/Roman Forum/Palatine Hill Ticket
18€ for all 3 sites for 24 hours
Did you know that if you buy a ticket to the Colosseum , it automatically includes entry to the Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum ?
I think this is a real bargain, because you see so much for just one ticket price of 18€.
- You have all day (24 hours) to use the ticket
- You get ONE entry to the Colosseum (no re-entry) and ONE entry to the Palatine Hill/Roman Forum - they are connected so it's considered one park.
Want to buy a Colosseum combo ticket? - Buy it here
The following passes are much more esoteric and may be more interesting if this is not your first time visiting Rome; if you have a lot of time to spend in Rome; and/or if you have a strong interest in Roman art/archeology.
National Rome Museum
14€ for all 4 museums - 7 days
The National Rome Museum ( Museo Nazionale Romano ) is actually a collection of 4 museums in various locations across Rome. The theme of the museums is mostly antiquities from the Roman Kingdom through the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire (around 5th century BCE - 3rd CE).
The four museums that comprise the Roman National Museums are:
Palazzo Altemps : This palazzo once belonged to various Roman noble families in the 1600's and 1700's. Here you can see two things - gorgeous Renaissance architecture, and one of the world's best collection of Greek and Roman statues from antiquity.
Palazzo Massimo : This stunning museum is one of my favorite in all of Rome. You will find a whole floor full of rooms and frescoes from the time of Augustus - in fact, they transported entire rooms from the House of Livia (Augustus' wife) to this museum. There are also wonderful examples of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures and mosaics.
Baths of Diocletian ( Terme di Diocliziano ) : The Baths of Diocletian were the largest thermal bath system in ancient Rome. Built by the emperor Diocletion in around the 2nd century CE, the structure eventually crumbled and we have very little left of what once was. Luckily for us, Michelangelo converted part of the ruins into one of the most stunning churches in Rome, Santa Maria degli Angeli (free to visit and not part of the museum). At a separate entrance around the side, you can visit the museum, which showcases the baths' structures and other Roman antiquities.
Crypta Balbi : At this museum you can see excellent examples of ancient Roman infrastructure and get a feel for city life in Rome 2000 years ago.
Cost and Rome city pass for the National Rome Museums - 1 adult full price entry is 14€. You can visit all 4 of them over a 7-day period. Reduced 10€ for anyone 18-25. Free for anyone 18 and under. Participates in the Free Sundays or other culture initiatives, and also participates in the Roma Pass . (This is a great pass if you have time and are into Roman antiquities.)
Bonus - These museums are almost NEVER crowded!
Want to purchase this ticket? - You can purchase the ticket directly at any of the participating museums, or you can prepay online and use an e-ticket.
17€ for a year unlimited access
The Appia Antica is a really special part of Rome, and worth visiting just for the expanse of quiet, wild green space.
But it's also full of ancient Roman ruins.
You can just walk along and see them from the outside, or, you can go inside. If you have time, and are an ancient Rome buff, the Appia Antica card might be worthwhile.
For 17€, you get to buy an Appia Antica card - which gives you unlimited access to the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, Villa dei Quintili, Santa Maria Nova, Antiquarium of Lucrezia Romana, Complex of Capo di Bove, and Tombs of the Via Latina.
These sites are already so affordable, but if you really want a Rome city pass that gives you lots of access to the ancient stuff, this is a good bargain.
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Rome City Pass Comparison
Which city pass should you buy.
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In a nutshell: Our tips on Rome's city passes
- The number of sights in Rome is huge. A city pass can save you a lot of time and money .
- There are time-based passes (for as many attractions as you can manage in a certain period of time), attraction-based passes (for a certain number of attractions) and combination passes (for very specific attractions).
- Our recommendation if you want to experience as many attractions as possible is the Rome Turbopass .
- If you have more time and want to take part in guided tours, the Go City Rome Explorer Pass is a great option.
- If you feel like exploring Rome by Hop-On/Hop-Off bus , the Omnia Card is perfect.
Our article will show you everything you need to know about the different Rome Passes, how they work and what advantages and disadvantages they have.
Table of Contents
- What is a city pass?
- Our recommendations
- How do the passes work?
- Which passes are there?
#1 Turbopass Rome
#2 rome tourist card, #3 roma pass, #4 omnia card, #5 go city rome pass.
- Differences
- Which pass for whom?
Rome without a pass
Frequently asked questions, what is a rome city pass and why is it worth it.
A city pass should ideally fulfill all these purposes:
- It should give you free admission to attractions and museums
- It should facilitate the organization of visits to attractions
- It should give you discounts
- It should save you from waiting in long lines
- It should get you from A to B
The more points a discount pass fulfills, the more expensive it is. But if you use it extensively, the Rome city pass really pays for itself, and the bottom line is you save a lot of money.
With the cheaper Rome passes you have only a small advantage, with the expensive passes you are completely covered during your city trip to Rome .
Because the Rome tourist cards are so different , the purchase is not only worthwhile if you are planning a power sightseeing program, but sometimes also for a few sights or museums in Rome . The choice depends on what you want to experience during your city trip.
If you prefer to explore Rome off the beaten path , a city pass is probably not worth buying for you.
Next, we’ll show you in which cases it makes sense to purchase a Rome city pass:
#1 When you’re in Rome for the first time
A first visit to a new city is always exciting. With a Rome city pass, you can make everything a little easier for yourself.
#2 For culture lovers
If you want to experience as much culture and art as possible during your trip to Rome, you can make your visits to museums and attractions easier with a Rome pass.
#3 If you like to plan your trip in detail and you know in advance what you want to see
If you have an exact plan in mind for your stay in Rome, compare your plan with the benefits included in the passes. If a Rome city pass covers many or even all of your favorites, be sure to get it.
#4 If you want to see a lot but you’re short on time
It’s not just during peak season that you’ll face long lines at every turn in Rome. With the right pass, you can reduce the long waits in the summer heat and walk past the lines.
#5 If you’re planning a power sightseeing trip in a very short time
If you want to experience as much as possible in Rome in a short period of time, a Rome city pass will not only save you time and money , but also nerves. City passes are designed for just this purpose, you should definitely take advantage of it.
Our personal recommendation for the best Rome city pass
Is this all too detailed for you and you don’t have time to read the whole article? Then just read this section. We’ll tell you straight away which Rome city pass is really worth it .
Rome Turbopass
Our top choice if you’re in Rome for the first time.
In 90 percent of all cases, we recommend the Rome Turbopass for your time in Rome.
It makes sense if:
- you are in Rome for the first time
- you want to see as many attractions as possible
- if you have limited time but still want to visit the most important sights of Rome
By far the most comprehensive pass is the Rome Turbopass. This pass facilitates your visit to Rome in many places. You can also easily add an airport transfer . The Rome Turbopass is available for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 days.
The longer the duration of the Turbopass, the cheaper it is per day.
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Omnia Card for 72 hours
Our choice if you want to experience Rome by Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus.
The Omnia Card includes the Roma Pass as well as the Hop-On/Hop-Off bus for the entire duration of the pass, admission to selected Vatican highlights and priority admission to St. Peter’s Basilica.
With the Roma Pass that is included in the Omnia Card, you also visit the Colosseum and Castel Sant’Angelo .
Get the Rome Omnia Card here
Go City Rome Explorer Pass
Our choice if you stay in Rome for more than a week.
At many attractions the Rome Go City Pass will get you priority access and guided tours in Rome .
The pass is valid for 60 day s, so you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the offers included. You can also choose tickets to operas and classical concerts .
Get the Go City Explorer Pass for Rome here
How do the Rome city passes work?
All passes can be purchased online . Some of the city passes have to be picked up in person once you get to Rome, others can be printed out at home or used digitally on your smartphone.
Note : Rome is always crowded with tourists, so you should book your pass as early as possible . In summer or around Easter and Whitsun, the main sights are often booked up weeks in advance.
The included services can differ significantly from pass to pass. It is best to make a to-do list for Rome and compare this list with the included offers. You will quickly see which pass makes the most sense for you.
However, the passes in Rome differ fundamentally. There are three different ways in which the passports work:
#1 Time-based passes
These passes are valid for a specific period of time , during which you can use some or all of the included features, depending on the pass. The more attractions you visit, the more worthwhile the pass.
#2 Attraction-based passes
Attraction-based passes are valid for a certain number of attractions that you can visit over an extended period of time. You can choose from a list of options which attractions you would like to visit with your pass.
#3 Combo tickets
With a combination ticket, specific attractions are included in your pass. When you buy the pass, you decide what attractions you want to visit.
Which Rome city passes are available?
Let’s start with an overview of the passes available in Rome. After that we will go into detail for each of the passes.
The Turbopass is an all-inclusive pass for Rome.
What does the Turbopass offer?
- Time-based pass
- Valid for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 days
- 24 hours hop-on/hop-off bus included
- Free entry to 25 attractions
- Castel Sant’Angelo and St. Peter’s Basilica included
- Vatican City and Colosseum included
- Priority access to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Airport transfer optional
- Further discounts for attractions and tours
What does the Turbopass Rome cost?
You can also book an airport transfer for 12.00 euros.
Pros and cons of the Turbopass
- Sent via e-mail, no pickup necessary
- Many offers included
- Visits to the Colosseum and the Vatican can be scheduled when buying the pass
- Airport transfer can be booked optionally
- Galleria Borghese is not included
- Capitoline Museums are not included
- Public transport is not included
Our verdict on the Turbopass
The Turbopass is an all-round carefree package that you should not only buy to save money, but especially for the sake of convenience. It really simplifies the whole organizational aspect. And it is sent via e-mail – so you can just easily print it out at home.
A big advantage: You can already book your dates to visit the Vatican and the Colosseum when ordering the pass. You don’t have to wait in line at the box office in Rome.
However, you should plan these visits as far in advance as possible . Especially in the peak season or around holidays the city is packed with tourists and tickets for the Vatican and the Colosseum are often sold out weeks in advance.
In case there are no free dates for the Colosseum or the Vatican, this will be indicated to you when booking the Turbo Pass . The price of the pass is then reduced automatically.
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The Rome Tourist Card is the pass with the most compact range of features .
What does the Rome Tourist Card offer?
- Combo ticket
- No time limit
- Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, free admission to the Colosseum, admission to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, tour of the Pantheon
- Additional 10% discount on attractions
What does the Rome Tourist Card cost?
94.00 euros
50.00 euros
26.00 euros
Admission to St. Peter’s Basilica is generally free of charge. The ticket is for a guided tour with priority entrance , which saves you the long wait in line during peak season.
Pros and cons of the Rome Tourist Card
- Priority access to selected attractions
- Pass is sent to you via e-mail
Our verdict on the Rome Tourist Card
The Rome Tourist Card is like a mini-pass . If you want to visit the Vatican Museums , the Sistine Chapel and other sights, the Rome Tourist Card might be what you are looking for.
If you visit the two to three attractions included , you will save between 3 and 10 euros with the Rome Tourist Card.
In addition, you get a discount at many other sights and museums with the pass. The more of them you visit, the more the pass is worth it.
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The Roma Pass is the official museum pass of the city of Rome.
What does the Roma Pass offer?
- Valid for 48 oder 72 hours
- Official museum pass of the City of Rome
- Free use of public transport
- 1 or 2 free attractions from over 30 offers
- Priority access to some attractions
- Additional discounts at museums and attractions
- A city map of Rome
What does the Roma Pass cost?
from 33 euros
from 53 euros
Note: If you have children aged 10 or older, you have to buy the Roma Pass at full price . However, since many sights and museums offer discounts or even free admission for visitors up to 17 years of age, the Roma Pass is only worthwhile for those over 18 .
Pros and cons of the Roma Pass
- Potential savings on many museum visits
- Vatican is not included
- No Hop-On/Hop-Off bus
- You have to book a time slot for the Colosseum and the Palazzo Valentini despite the Roma Pass
- You have to pick up the pass in Rome
Our verdict on the Roma Pass
The Roma Pass is the classic among the city passes in Rome. For those interested in culture , it offers a lot of potential savings when visiting museums and archaeological sites.
You can buy the Roma Pass online and you will receive an confirmation of your order. With this confirmation and your ID card , you can pick up the pass at these locations in Rome:
- Fiumicino Airport
- Ciampino Airport
- Stazione Termini
- Castel S. Angelo
- Fori Imperiali
When making your purchase online, you will need to specify a date on which you would like to pick up your pass. If you can’t make it on that day, it doesn’t really matter though. You have six months to pick it up , starting 24 hours after your purchase.
Unfortunately, both the pickup process of the pass in Rome and the necessary registration for the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palazzo Valentini is quite complicated . This is much easier when using other passes.
Registration for the Colosseum and the Roman Forum is only possible by phone , for which a fee of 2 euros is charged. They will give you a reservation number with which you must then go to the box office at the Roman Forum. You will then get a receipt with your time slot for the Colosseum.
Booking a time for the Palazzo Valentini can be done via e-mail and is free of charge.
Our tip: The pass is not worth using on a Monday, as most museums and sights in Rome are closed then.
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The Omnia Card is especially recommended for those who are only in Rome for a weekend .
What does the Omnia Card offer?
- Valid for 24 or 72 hours
- Hop-on/hop-off bus on all days the pass is valid
- Free priority access to the Vatican, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.
- 2 additional free attractions, such as the Colosseum or Castel Sant’Angelo, are included in the 72-hour pass
- Discounts at other attractions
What does the Onmia Card cost?
Pros und cons of the omnia card.
- Hop-On/Hop-Off bus on all days the pass is valid
- The 24 hour pass is available online
- The 72-hour pass has to be picked up in Rome
- Complicated access to the Colosseum
- Hardly any savings
Our verdict on the Omnia Card
The Omnia Card is an interesting option, as it includes the top highlights – the Vatican and the Colosseum .
If you like exploring cities using a Hop-On/Hop-Off bus , then the Omnia Card is the perfect choice for you. In case you are not planning on using the buses though, the Omina Card is a waste of money.
You can only print the 24-hour pass at home .
After purchasing the 72-hour card online, you’ll receive a voucher that you will need to pick up the actual Omnia Card near the Vatican.
Our tip: To get to the pick-up point, you can ride the Roma Christiana Hop-On/Hop-Off bus using your online booking confirmation.
The Roma Pass is part of the Omnia Card, which means that getting into the Colosseum is also rather complicated .
Overall, you will hardly save any money with the Omnia Card. If you book the attractions separately, you’ll pretty much pay the same price . But at least you won’t have to make all the individual bookings.
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The Go Rome Explorer Pass is mainly for those who want to see the sights of Rome through guided tours .
What does the Explorer Pass offer?
- Attraction-based pass
- 2 to 7 out of 25+ attractions included
- Valid for 60 days
- Premium offers included
- Highlights offered as guided tours with priority access
- Hop-On/Hop-Off bus possible
- Opera or classical concerts possible
What does the Go Rome Explorer Pass cost?
Highlights like the Colosseum, the Vatican and St. Peter’s Basilica are included in the Explorer Pass. You won’t have to wait in line at the entrance.
You can explore the Colosseum and St. Peter’s Basilica independently using an audio guide . St. Peter’s Basilica is also offered as a guided tour . For these tours you have to register via email. It is best to do so as far in advance as possible, as the tours are sold out quickly during the peak season.
Pros and Cons of the Go Rome Explorer Pass
- Use on mobile or print it yourself, no need to pick up the pass
- Can be used immediately after purchase
- Long validity
- No public transport included
Our verdict on the Go Rome Explorer Pass
When using the Explorer Pass, you should take a good look at the included offers beforehand and pick out your favorite attractions . The pass is worth it if you select offers that would cost at least 26 euros separately.
As the Explorer Pass has many options that would be quite expensive when purchased individually, the pass is a good way to save some money .
The offers for operas , concerts and ice cream making classes included in this pass are not available in any other Rome pass.
In addition, you get the VIP treatment at some sights, with priority access and audio guides included.
If you are in Rome for more than a week , you can use this pass to visit an attraction every now and then. For longer stays like these, the 60-day duration of the pass is fantastic.
Our tip: The prices for four to seven attractions are often reduced online ! So the pass for seven attractions often only costs 139.00 euros instead of 159.00 euros.
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Best city pass for Rome
Okay, those were the Rome passes in detail. So that you don’t have to scroll up and down like crazy to compare them again, this section will sum up the differences for you.
Rome city pass comparison #1: The billing method
The difference here is that some passes are valid for a certain period of time , others for a fixed number of attractions . In addition, there you can also get a combined ticket in Rome.
All three types have their advantages and disadvantages. We summarized how each pass works again here:
Passes with a certain validity period:
- Roma Pass: 48 or 72 hour validity
- Turbopass: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 7 day validity
- Omnia Card: 24 or 72 hour validity
Attraction-based pass:
- Go Roma Explorer Pass: You can choose between 2 and 7 from over 25 attractions and have 60 days to do so
Combo ticket:
- Rome Tourist Card: Combines St. Peter’s Basilica with the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum
Rome city pass comparison #2: The included attractions
The most important aspect when choosing a Rome card is usually what the passes have to offer in terms of content. This Rome city pass comparison lists the attractions included in the pass. Compare the table with your to-do list and see which Rome tourist card fits your plans best.
Rome city pass comparison #3: The mode of delivery
The delivery via e-mail is very convenient. You can easily print your Rome city pass at home and don’t have to look for the pickup point in Rome.
You will get these passes via e-mail and you can print them yourself:
- Turbopass Rome
- Rome Tourist Card
Go Rome Explorer Pass
- Omnia Card 24 hours
You will have to pick up all or part of these passes in Rome or at the airport :
- Omnia Card 72 hours
Rome city pass comparison #4: Getting around Rome by public transport
Public transportation is only included in the Roma Pass.
You can optionally book an airport transfer to and from Rome with the Turbopass.
Rome city pass comparison #5: Hop-On/Hop-Off busses
If you like to travel by Hop-On/Hop-Off bus , you should take a good look at the Omnia Card . It includes the Roma Christiana Hop-On/Hop-Off busses for all days of validity.
The Turbopass includes one day of Hop-On/Hop-Off bus transportation.
You can choose to use the BigBus Hop-On/Hop-Off bus as one attraction with the Explorer Pass. Then you can visit one less museum or attraction though.
Judging by the reviews, BigBus is by far the best hop-on/hop-off operator in Rome in terms of quality.
Which Rome city pass is the right one for you?
If you haven’t figured out yet which Rome city pass is the best for you, we will give you an overview of the different types of travel . This will make it easier for you to assess which pass makes the most sense.
Travel type 1: Those who want to see as much as possible and worry as little as possible about tickets. Rome Turbopass
Travel type 2: Those who have more time and want to see the sights through guided tours. Go Rome Explorer Pass
Travel type #1: Visit as many Rome sights as possible (3 days or more)
The Turbopass offers three advantages for a comprehensive sightseeing program in Rome:
- You don’t have to pick up the passport, you can print it yourself .
- You don’t have to worry about scheduling time slots for the Vatican and the Colosseum after booking.
- If you visit lots of the included highlights, you can even start saving money with a Turbopass after two days.
Here’s an example of what three days in Rome with the Turbopass could look like:
- Hop-On/Hop-Off bus (25.00 euros)
- Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (18.00 euros)
- Terme di Caracalla (8.00 euros)
- St. Peter’s Basilica (free)
- Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel (21.00 euros)
- Museum Leonardo da Vinci Experience (12.00 euros)
- Pantheon with audio guide (8.50 euros)
- Castel Sant’Angelo (13.00 euros)
Total price without the Turbopass: 105.50 euros
In total, that’s seven attractions . Combined with a visit to all the sights in Rome for which you don’t need a ticket, such as the Spanish Steps or the Trevi Fountain, the program is easily manageable in three full days .
With the Turbopass for 3 days, you would save 8.60 euros.
Unfortunately, the Turbopass does not include priority access to St. Peter’s Basilica . That doesn’t matter, though. The line in front of St. Peter’s Basilica is long, but it moves along quite quickly. And if you come very early in the morning , there’s usually no line at all.
Our tip: When doing an active program like this, it’s worth planning ahead what you want to visit and when. This way you can visit the sights that are close to each other on the same day and combine the others with the Hop-On/Hop-Off bus tour.
Travel type #2: Visit the sights of Rome with guided tours on a longer stay.
With the 60-day Go Rome Explorer Pass, you can take it easy. You can spread your attractions over a longer period of time and also take a break from sightseeing in between.
The Explorer Pass, including four attractions in 60 days , is well worth it:
- Guided audio tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill (38.00 euros)
- Guided tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica (35.00 euros)
- Guided tour of the Catacombs with round trip (48.00 euros)
- Guided tour: Rome at dusk (35.00 euros)
Total price without the Explorer Pass: 156 euros
The Explorer Pass includes premium offers that would be very expensive otherwise. The savings with this itinerary would be 57.00 euros .
Note: You can get into the Colosseum and the Vatican independently for a much lower price. So you shouldn’t choose the Explorer Pass because of the savings, but rather because of the premium features the pass includes.
It’ s also possible that none of the passes works for you. For example, if you are in Rome with children : There are plenty of discounts for children under 18 , so a pass is usually only worth it if you are 18 or older.
EU citizens who are 25 or younger often get free admission or discounts. If you’re under 26, check beforehand what tickets would actually cost you at your favorite attractions.
As Rome is very busy in peak season, be sure to buy your tickets for the main sights online in advance , if you don’t have any of the passes.
Last but not least, we gathered all the questions that keep popping up about city passes in Rome.
Are there discounts for children?
Yes, however, a pass for children is almost never worth it , as discounts or even free admission is granted at many sights and museums up to the age of 17.
Are there discounts for students or seniors?
When purchasing a pass, you will not receive any discounts as a student or senior. However, you will often get reduced prices on site, so it’s worth checking the various attractions and museums for discounts beforehand .
Are the passes cheaper locally?
No, on the contrary . You can often get discounts online that aren’t available on site.
Can I visit attractions multiple times with the pass?
No, you can visit each attraction only once .
Can I pause the time of my pass and continue to use it a few days later?
You can only do so with the Rome Tourist Card and the Go Rome Explorer Pass . The time-based passes will continue running even if you don’t use them.
And that was our pass comparison for Rome . Have you already used a Rome city pass or do you have any questions? Then drop us a comment below!
Rome Pass: choosing the best city pass for visiting Rome
There are so many things to do in Rome that choosing a tourist pass can save you a lot of money . But which Rome pass should you choose ? Should you opt for a city pass for Rome including transport, or a Rome tourist pass with skip-the-line access to monuments? There are a multitude of possibilities, and to help you choose among all these city passes, we have prepared for you in this article the most comprehensive comparative study of tourist passes for Rome .
Comparison of tourist passes for Rome
Which city pass is best for visiting Rome? There are 4 interesting city passes: the Roma Pass , the Rome Tourist Card , the Omnia Card and the Go City Explorer Pass . Each tourist card has its own advantages and disadvantages, which need to be taken into account.
Roma Pass 48h ou 72h
- Public transport
- 1 to 2 visits of your choice, including the Coliseum
- The cheapest
Rome Tourist Card
- Colosseum (1) + Roman Forum + Mount Palatine
- Vatican Museum (2) and Sistine Chapel
- Pantheon or Borghese Gallery or St. Peter’s Basilica and Dome
- (1) and (2) if there are no places left on the dates you require, an equivalent visit is offered free of charge.
Go City Explorer Pass
- Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
- Guided tour of St Peter’s Basilica
- Other optional tours
Omnia Card Rome
- Saint Peter’s Basilica
- Saint John Lateran Basilica
- Bus Hop-on Hop-off
Roma Pass: the cheapest tourist pass
This Roma city pass offers excellent value for money by targeting one or two attractions (48h or 72h), public transport is free for the duration of the pass (48h or 72h) and you can get a discount for other visits . However, you won’t have access to the Vatican Museums or St. Peter’s Basilica . If you choose this pass, and wish to visit the Colosseum, (Roman Forum and Palatine), or the Borghese Gallery, booking is compulsory even for holders of the Roma Pass 72/48 hours. We recommend that you book at least 10 days (20 days in high season) in advance .
How much does the Roma Pass cost?
- 48h: €33 for over 18s
- 72h: €53 for over 18s
How long is the Roma Pass valid?
- To collect it, you need your passport or an identity card.
- Activation on first use
- Valid until end of duration (48h or 72h)
Where can I collect my Roma Pass?
- For the Roma pass 48h or 72h: Pick up your card at the tourist information centers (Punti Informativi Turistici, PIT), which will be given to you with your order.
Read our detailed review of the Roma Pass on our dedicated page.
Rome Tourist Card: the all-digital tourist pass
The Rome Tourist Card is a great solution for those who want to visit both the Colosseum and the Vatican. What’s more, you can choose between skip-the-line tickets and guided tours. All reservations are made online, so you get your pass straight away. We recommend that you book well in advance .
How much does the Rome Tourist Card cost?
- Over 18s: €74
- Ages 4 to 17: €62
- 0 to 3 years: €0
How valid is the Rome Tourist Card?
- Choose from the available slots for your desired visits
- Activation on use
Where can I pick up my Rome Tourist Card?
- For the Rome Tourist Card, everything is done online, with your pass arriving directly in your mailbox.
Read our detailed review of the Rome Tourist Card on our dedicated page.
Go City Explorer Pass Rome: the modular, progressive tourist pass
Rome’s Go City Explorer Pass is a clever solution once you understand how it works . This tourist pass lets you choose from 2 to 7 high-quality tours of Rome at a progressive price . Among the 45 possible visits: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine, Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and dome with breakfast, Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, Castel Sant’Angelo, Capitoline Museum, Altar of the Fatherland, etc… We recommend that you book well in advance .
How much does the Go City Explorer Pass Rome cost?
- 2 visits: €74 adult / €44 child
- 3 visits: €99 adult / €59 child
- 4 visits: €119 adult/ €74 child
- 5 visits: €139 adult/ €89 child
- 6 visits: €159 adult/ €104
- 7 visits: €179 adult/ €114
How valid is the Go City Explorer Pass?
- 60 days from your first activation
Where can I collect my Go City Explorer Pass?
- Activate your pass at one of the attractions or tours included in the Rome Explorer Pass or at Piazza San Cosimato 52.
Read our detailed review of the Go City Explorer Pass on our dedicated page.
Omnia Card Rome: the most complete tourist pass for visiting Rome
Rome’s Omnia Card is the most complete solution for visiting Rome . This tourist pass is very advantageous as it allows you to visit St. Peter’s Basilica with audio guide, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel , St. John Lateran Basilica and its cloister with audio guide, Open Bus Vatican&Rome multi-stop bus, the Colosseum , the Roman Forum and Palatine , the Borghese Gallery, Castel Sant’Angelo , the Baths of Caracalla , and unlimited access to public transport for 72 hours. We recommend that you book well in advance . Once you’ve purchased your Omnia Card, you’ll need to make your reservation for each attraction on the official website, as indicated in the confirmation e-mail.
How much does Rome’s Omnia Card cost?
- Adults over 18: €149
- Young people 6 – 17 years: €69
How valid is Rome’s Omnia Card?
- 72 hours from your first activation
Where can I pick up my Omnia Card?
- Immediate receipt of all instructions by e-mail
- ORP office: Piazza Pio XII 9 or ORP office at the Lateran Complex
Read our detailed review of the Omnia Card on our dedicated page.
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- Archaeological sites
- The Trevi Fountain
- Vatican Museums
- Saint Peter’s Basilica
- Villa Borghese
- Piazza di Spagna
- Piazza Navona
- Colosseum tickets
- Vatican Museum tickets
- Sistine Chapel tickets
- Saint Peter’s Basilica tickets
- Colosseum tours
- Pantheon Tours
- Car rent with driver
- Transfer Rome / Fiumicino Airport
- Transfer Rome / Ciampino Airport
- Transfer Rome Civitavecchia
- Phone numbers
- Charter bus rental
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Rome Tourist Card: the ultimate pass for your visit to Rome
The “Rome Tourist Pass” is the optimal solution for visiting Rome’s major tourist attractions, when you want and in the order you want. This allows you not only to save money, but also to enjoy maximum freedom in organising your visit to one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
As well as priority access to the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums, this ticket offers a guided tour of St Peter’s Basilica and a handy audio guide that will take you around more than 130 monuments in Rome.
What’s included in the pass
1. colosseum, roman forum and palatine hill: priority entry.
The pass includes priority access to:
- Colosseum The world’s largest masonry amphitheatre, symbol of Rome
- Roman Forum Archaeological area that was the centre of commercial, administrative, juridical and religious life in Imperial Rome
- Palatine Hill Site of luxurious dwellings from the imperial period. Here are the imperial domus, Domitian’s Palace and the Temple of Apollo Palatine.
2. Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel: priority entry
Priority access to the Vatican Museums, home to one of the world’s most important collections of masterpieces of ancient Egyptian, early Christian, Etruscan, Medieval, Renaissance and contemporary art. Your ticket also includes access to the Sistine Chapel, famous for its frescoes by Michelangelo, who painted the most famous vault in the world.
3. St Peter’s Basilica Tour
Due to the majesty of St Peter’s Basilica and the high demand from visitors, a guided tour of the largest church in Christendom has been included in this package. Dating back to the Renaissance period, artists such as Michelangelo, Bernini and Carlo Maderno collaborated in its construction.
4. Rome audio guide app
App offering a complete audio guide to over 130 points of interest, monuments and churches in Rome. The app also offers suggestions for itineraries made by expert guides. The app can also be used offline.
Instructions
- Select the date of your first visit on the purchase form
- On the next page, select the individual dates of the visits included in the package
- Receive the tickets directly in your e-mail
Additional information
With the purchase of packages you not only save on the total cost, but also get 10% discount on your next reservation on Tiqets.com
Access to St Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums is only permitted if you are decently dressed (for strictly religious reasons). Shoulders and knees must be covered. As in the Colosseum, bulky bags and suitcases are not allowed and you will need to go through a security check.
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Important informations
We inform you that specifications, prices and information on tickets and tours may be subject to change and may not always be accurate.
Ticket price for the Colosseum
- Adults 18+: €23 + €2 booking fee + other services
- Reduced 18-25 EU citizens: €3 + €2 booking fee + other services
- Free 0-17: €0 + other services
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When in Rome, there are certain sites you simply cannot miss. Let’s face it, it’s not every day you have a chance to explore iconic sites such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and the Sistine Chapel to name a few. Check them all off your bucket list with one easy sightseeing pass!
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica
Our flagship Vatican City experience is a hand-picked comprehensive journey including fast-track entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Papal Crypts beneath it. Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michelangelo Buonarroti. Your expert guide will help you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. Skip-the-line access provided at both the Vatican Museums/Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Colosseum & Ancient Rome
Prepare for an experience of a lifetime on this special access tour of the icon of Rome. Enter the Colosseum in the footsteps of Gladiators and imagine what it felt like to be faced with the terrifying choice: kill and survive, or die for the entertainment of the masses. Marvel at the ancient Temples and ruins of the Roman Forum while learning about the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. Express entry is provided at three venues: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
The Ultimate Bucket List Orientation Tour of Rome
The perfect orientation tour through the heart of the Roman Dolce Vita. Experience the must-sees of Baroque Rome including the Trevi Fountain, a skip-the-line visit inside the Pantheon, and the Spanish Steps with an expert local guide by your side.
The ItaliaPass Lounge at Termini Station
Be our guest at the passenger lounge inside Termini Station where you can relax and unwind, enjoy wifi and free snacks, get practical information for your stay in Rome, or store your luggage while waiting to check into your hotel.
- Guided priority-access tour to the Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Guided skip-the-line tour to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
- Fully guided orientation walking tour through the heart of Rome
- Pre-reserved entry: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (€18)
- Access to the ItaliaPass Lounge at Termini Station
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
Know before you book
- Purchase now, then select your dates when you’re ready!
- Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
Know before you go
- After purchase, remember to make reservations for each individual tour (full instructions are included with your confirmation voucher)
- Venues such as the Colosseum and Vatican sell out fast – remember to book in advance
- We recommend dividing tours into two or more days for maximum appreciation of the sites
Cancellation Policy
- Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
- All cancellations must be received in writing. Tours and passes will be refunded if cancelled more than 24 hours before the tour start time, however the following penalties apply:
- For tours entering the Vatican Museums and/or the Colosseum (venues where tickets are non-refundable) a penalty of $30 per person will be retained for each venue.
- No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).
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