Rome Hop On Hop Off Open Bus + Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel Tour| Fast Track
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Rome, Italy
2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview
BEST OF ROME Hop On-Hop Off Open Bus | Vatican Museum Guided Tours including Skip the Line tickets Guaranteed. Explore the best of Rome comfortably and efficiently! The panoramic Hop-On Hop-Off Open Bus tour allows you to run far and wide in Rome for 24,48 or 72 hours, according to your chosen option. Onboard you'll find 8 languages audio commentary that will guide you through Rome and its wonders. Besides the comfort of the panoramic sightseeing tour, discover the Vatican. A professional guide trained in art and history will lead you through the history and secrets of the most famous landmark in Rome. Visit the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, where you will marvel at the best artworks ever realized in the world. The Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tour will be in English only. Tour Kids and Family Friendly!
The time you chose when booking indicates the starting time of the Vatican Museum Tour! Please present yourself 20 minutes prior at the meeting point!
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel Skip the line tickets
- Hop On-Hop Off Bus Ticket (according to the chosen option you'll have 24/48-hrs bus ticket)
- 2,5hrs Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour in English only
- Headset for the Panoramic Bus (Audio guide in 8 languages)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
What To Expect
Hop-on Hop-off Bus & Skip-the-line Vatican Museum - Sistine Chapel Tour Itinerary
10 Stops | 14 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: The Hop On-Hop Off service is operating from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. A complete Round Trip to Rome lasts about 2,5 hrs 8 stops are available, however, you can join this service within the validity of your ticket (24,48,72 hrs). The validity of your ticket independently from the chosen option (24,48, or 72 hrs) is calculated from the validation of the ticket. Included in this itinerary 2,5hrs Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Roma Termini
Here you can find TERMINAL A and TERMINAL B. First and last stop of the open bus sightseeing tour
Piazza di Santa Maria Maggiore
This stop allow to visit the Beautiful Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
Piazza del Colosseo
This is the stop closest STOP to reach Colosseum/Palatine and Roman Forum.
Circo Massimo
from there you can easily reach some point of interest in Rome like the Mouth of the Thruth or Trastevere Area on the opposite side of the river bank.
Piazza Venezia
Here you have the main Rome City Center hub. From there you can easily reach any place in the city center like near Capitole Hill or the Trajan's Market. but also the most significat places in the city center like Trevi Fountain or the Pantheon.
Castel Sant'Angelo
Vatican City
From here is possible to reach Castel Sant'Angelo, San Peter's Basilica and the meeting point for the Vatican Museum/Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Vatican Museums
STARTING TIME FOR THE GUIDED TOURS OF THE COLOSSEUM ROMAN FORUM, VATICAN MUSEUM/SISTINE CHAPEL WILL BE COMMUNICATED ONCE BOOKED THE TOUR. Via dei Gracchi, 17, Via dei Gracchi, 17, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
Villa Borghese
From here is possible to reach the Borghese Gallery, Borghese Gardens, Spanish Steps, and Trinità de Monti.
Piazza Barberini
From here is pèossible to reach Via Veneto, Via del Corso and The Parliament House of Italy
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with motor difficulties and walker users
- We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicated in advance to our staff.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Panoramic Bus Ticket is valid for 24/48/72 hours from the first use.
- For the Vatican Museum Tour customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons. Late arrivals cannot join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- To get inside Vatican Museum, we use a group ticket. You cannot ask individual tickets only to enter.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and Vatican Museum. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- You must have a valid photo ID (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security will prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
- Child discount is applied only with a valid ID card
- Please note that security check at the entrance cannot be skipped. This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
- The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational resons
- This tour will not operate on religious holidays
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour.
- For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened. To facilitate the security checks please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray
- No change on a booking can be accepted after 24hrs to the starting time of the tour. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
- For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Pets are not allowed
- STARTING TIME FOR THE GUIDED TOURS OF THE VATICAN MUSEUM/SISTINE CHAPEL WILL BE COMMUNICATED ONCE BOOKED THE TOUR. The Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tour will be in English only.
- The Itinerary of the open bus can change depending on strikes or for other events.
- Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
Cancellation Policy
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Activity code: C-20905P116
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Frequently Asked Questions (5)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel Skip the line tickets.
- Hop On-Hop Off Bus Ticket (according to the chosen option you'll have 24/48-hrs bus ticket).
- 2,5hrs Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour in English only.
- Headset for the Panoramic Bus (Audio guide in 8 languages).
The following is NOT included:
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- Gratuities.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Rome Hop On Hop Off Open Bus + Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel Tour| Fast Track is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with motor difficulties and walker users
- We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicated in advance to our staff.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome Hop On Hop Off Open Bus + Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel Tour| Fast Track will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel Skip the line tickets
- Hop On-Hop Off Bus Ticket (according to the chosen option you'll have 24/48-hrs bus ticket)
- 2,5hrs Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour in English only
- Headset for the Panoramic Bus (Audio guide in 8 languages)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with motor difficulties and walker users
- We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicated in advance to our staff.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Panoramic Bus Ticket is valid for 24/48/72 hours from the first use.
- For the Vatican Museum Tour customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons. Late arrivals cannot join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- To get inside Vatican Museum, we use a group ticket. You cannot ask individual tickets only to enter.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and Vatican Museum. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- You must have a valid photo ID (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security will prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
- Child discount is applied only with a valid ID card
- Please note that security check at the entrance cannot be skipped. This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors.This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
- The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational resons
- This tour will not operate on religious holidays
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour.
- For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened. To facilitate the security checks please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray
- No change on a booking can be accepted after 24hrs to the starting time of the tour. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
- For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Pets are not allowed
- STARTING TIME FOR THE GUIDED TOURS OF THE VATICAN MUSEUM/SISTINE CHAPEL WILL BE COMMUNICATED ONCE BOOKED THE TOUR. The Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tour will be in English only.
- The Itinerary of the open bus can change depending on strikes or for other events.
- Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
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