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Best Hop On Hop Off Bus in Rome

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I know that almost nobody likes these buses, but I admit to being tourist enough to like to get on one and ride around the city on my first afternoon in town. I don't even feel the need to hop off, just like sitting on top and riding around, getting my bearings. We will be staying near the Piazza del Popolo, so a convenient stop would be nice.

Since I was last in Rome, there are a number of choices. Considering that what I really want to do is just ride around, anybody have an opinion/comment for me? I know about the electric minibuses, but again, I sure like that up-in-the-air feeling and even a bit of lame commentary :-)

Thanks!

Beth

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Try Viator.com. Big red Roma bus with open top. About 30$ for all day.

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1501 posts

I've been to Italy many times, and I see absolutely nothing wrong with taking the hop on hop off bus! It's a great way to acclimate yourself to the city. The red one is best, and if you want to hop off, just do it!

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23267 posts

We always use the hop on/off buses when new to a city. Best way to get a good overview.

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In Rome you have a few choices, the regular ho-ho, the Archeobus that goes out to Via Appia Antica, and the Christianity tour that goes to the major churches and religious sights. There's also an open-top city tour bus. I think it's the 110. I took one once, I understand the appeal but I wouldn't do it again.

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Thanks, Zoe! Hopefully I wouldn't have to do it again, having gotten myself oriented :-)

Anyone feel there's an advantage or disadvantage in buying tickets from the US before going?

Thanks again!

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11613 posts

I don't know of any advantage in buying tickets in advance; when I used it you bought tickets on the bus or at the stop. They all depart from Piazza del Cinquecento in front of Roma Termini.

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Here are some recommendations Rick and many of here in the Travel Center have enjoyed: 110 Bus by ATAC city-bus or Archeobus. Rome is one of the cities I do feel is enjoyable with a hop-on hop-off bus since there is a lot to see above ground.

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