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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 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours 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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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

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is 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.
The following is NOT included:
  • Public Transportation.
Apr 2025
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:

Accessibility information for the Rome Vatican Museums entry & 48 hrs. Hop on Hop Off Bus Combo is as follows:

  • 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
Apr 2025
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 Vatican Museums entry & 48 hrs. Hop on Hop Off Bus Combo will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

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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