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Rome Vatican Museums entry & 48 hrs. Hop on Hop Off Bus Combo

3 Reviews 3.67 out of 5 stars Based on 3 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy
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Overview

Explore the Eternal City with the Essential City Pass – your key to Rome’s most iconic sights!
Gain access to the Vatican Museums (PM access), enjoy 48 hours of unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour, and take in breathtaking views as you discover the city at your own pace.

Your digital City Pass, including your Vatican ticket, will be sent to you via email, where it will also be available for download.

See more, skip the lines, and make every moment in Rome unforgettable!

What's Included

  • Pre booked Vatican museum & Sistine Chapel entry ticket
  • Exclusive perks, discounts and offers to enhance your city experience
  • 48 hrs Hop On Hop off bus ticket including audio guide
  • Public Transportation
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Meeting Location

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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
271/e, Roma RM, Rome 00171, Italy

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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Many different museums belong to the Vatican in Rome. The collection includes classical antiquity, parts of oriental antiquities as well as Etruscan-Italian antiquities and early Christian and medieval art. Works by artists such as Raphael, Da Vinci and Michelangelo can be admired here. The Sistine Chapel and the Raphael Rooms are also part of the Vatican Museums.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Stop 6 - Hop on, Hop off: Rome

The hop-on hop-off bus in Rome is your ideal choice for exploring the city in a relaxed way. Your ticket is valid for 48 hours from the first use, so you have plenty of time for extensive sightseeing. There are audio guides in 8 different languages that give you detailed information about the places you visit. The route takes you to the most important sights in the city.
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1 day 6 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • After booking, you will receive an e-mail from Turbopass with a link to your digital City Pass
  • Activate your Hop On Hop Off bus ticket in the digital City Pass, before going to the bus stop
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome Vatican Museums entry & 48 hrs. Hop on Hop Off Bus Combo?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Pre booked Vatican museum & Sistine Chapel entry ticket
  • Exclusive perks, discounts and offers to enhance your city experience
  • 48 hrs Hop On Hop off bus ticket including audio guide
  • Public Transportation

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Vatican Museum Entry: Your visit to the Vatican Museums will be scheduled for the next available time slot on the first day of your itinerary. Please refer to your City Pass for the exact entry time. Kindly note that the Vatican Museums are closed on Sundays.
  • After booking, you will receive an e-mail from Turbopass with a link to your digital City Pass
  • Activate your Hop On Hop Off bus ticket in the digital City Pass, before going to the bus stop
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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