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Rome City Pass: Save big as you discover Rome

The Rome City Pass bundles attraction entry, public transport, and tours into one pass, so you can cover more with one purchase. You can choose day-based passes like Roma Pass, Omnia Card, and Turbopass, or attraction-based options like the Go City Rome Explorer Pass. Across passes, you’ll find the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Roman Forum, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Castel Sant’Angelo, along with museums, guided tours, river cruises, and Hop-on Hop-off buses. Depending on the pass and how much you use it, you can save up to 55% against buying tickets separately. Whether you travel with kids, on your own, or on your first visit, you can find a Rome city pass that fits your plan.

Rome City Pass in a nutshell

A Rome City Pass that fits your pace

Some cards suit a packed two-day or three-day trip; others let you pick 2 to 7 attractions over 30 days. You’ll also find transport-focused options that bundle metro, bus, and tram rides, along with Vatican-focused bundles built around museum entry. So you can match the pass to your pace instead of forcing your itinerary into one rigid format.

One card, many ways to sightsee

Coverage goes beyond one headline sight. Depending on the card, you can enter the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Borghese Gallery, Castel Sant’Angelo, and the Pantheon, then add Hop-on Hop-off buses, walking tours, river cruises, or even a pasta class. Think big monuments, museums, transport, and a few activity-style extras.

Massive savings against individual tickets

In a popular city like Rome, individual attraction ticket prices will add up! With the Rome City Pass, save up to 55% on must-see spots like the Colosseum and Vatican Museums. Enjoy the thrill as your pass practically pays for itself in just a few adventures!

Easy to buy, easier to use

Some options are fully digital and arrive by email, while others need a quick pickup after you land. Most activate on first use, so the clock usually starts when you scan at an attraction or use public transport, not when you buy. At the entrance, you simply show the QR code or pass card and continue to security.

Your Rome City Pass options explained

Card detailsRoma Pass: Access 45+ Attractions and Unlimited Public TransportOmnia Card and Roma Pass: Access 10+ Attractions and Unlimited Public TransportGo City Rome Explorer Pass: Choose 2 to 7 AttractionsTurbopass Rome City Pass: Choose 2 to 5 DaysRome Super Pass with Public Transport: Access to 10+ Attractions

Type of card

Hour-based card (48/72 hours)

Hour-based card (72 hours)

Attraction-based pass (pick 2/3/4/5/6/7)

Day-based pass (2/3/4/5 days; Colosseum/Vatican/both)

Day-based pass (3 days)

No. of attractions

45+

10+

40+

50+

10+

Price range

€45.90–€68.22

€149

€89–€184

€109.90–€189

€149

Validity

48/72 consecutive hours from first use; purchase validity not stated

72 hours from first use; 12 months from purchase

30 days from first use; 1 year from purchase

2–5 calendar days from start date

3 days from first use

Save big with Rome City Pass itineraries

Rome Go City Explorer Pass 5 attractions itinerary
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Verdict

Go City Rome Explorer Pass (5 Attractions)
Why it wins: With the Go City Rome Explorer Pass, you save €82, around 33% versus buying single tickets – essentially the price of a relaxed aperitivo for two near Piazza Navona or an extra guided walk in a neighbourhood you love. For a typical first‑time visit, this pass works best if you want to spread sightseeing across a few easy days, ticking off big hitters without overpacking one day. You turn multiple bookings into one simple pass, which means fewer checkout fees, less admin, and more budget left for long lunches and gelato stops between sights.

​Go City Rome Explorer Pass: Choose 2 to 7 Attractions

Rome in 2 days

TurboPass Rome (2-Day Pass)

Why it wins: With the 2-day TurboPass Rome, you keep €135 in your pocket, roughly a 47% saving on the same sightseeing done with individual tickets – about what you would spend on two memorable dinners in Trastevere + a taxi back to your hotel. This pass shines when you are planning an intensive “Rome in 48 hours” trip, because once you cover a handful of the major inclusions, every extra stop is effectively heavily discounted. Instead of drip‑feeding cash and time into separate queues and bookings, you pay once, move faster between sights, and use the money saved to upgrade, maybe your stay – better accommodation, a special tour, or that splurge‑worthy rooftop drink at sunset.

​Turbopass Rome City Pass: Choose 2 to 5 Days

Types of Rome City Pass explained: Day-based vs. Attraction-based vs. Museum and transport

Day-based cards give you access for a fixed number of consecutive days, with attractions, tours, or bus services bundled into that period. Best for visitors on a tight schedule who want to cluster Rome’s big sights into one short, structured trip. Key benefit: broad coverage in one go.

Recommended passes:

  • Turbopass Rome City Pass: Choose 2 to 5 Days
  • Roma Pass: Access 45+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport

Attraction-based cards let you choose a set number of experiences from a list and use them within a longer activation window. Ideal for flexible explorers or repeat visitors with a shortlist. Key benefit: you control the pace and only pay for what you plan to use.

Recommended passes:

  • Go City Rome Explorer Pass: Choose 2 to 7 Attractions

These cards focus on museums, archaeology, or Vatican sites, often with public transport included, rather than a huge attraction list. Best for culture-first visitors and independent museum hoppers. Key benefit: targeted coverage that also simplifies getting around the city.

Recommended passes:

  • Roma Pass: Access 45+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport
  • Omnia Card and Roma Pass: Access 10+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport
  • Rome Super Pass with Public Transport: Access to 10+ Attractions

Which Rome City Pass is best for you

If you want flexibility without overbuying

If you only want Rome’s biggest hitters, pick the Go City Rome Explorer Pass. You choose 2 to 7 attractions, save up to 42%, and use them over 30 days instead of cramming everything into one weekend. It works best if your shortlist is clear: the Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Pantheon, and Castel Sant’Angelo. The big win is pace. You can do the Vatican on Monday, the Colosseum on Wednesday, and still have time for a pasta class or a Tiber cruise. It also stays valid for 1 year before activation, so there’s no pressure to lock your trip into a rigid sightseeing sprint.

Recommended tickets:

  • Go City Rome Explorer Pass: Choose 2 to 7 Attractions

If your schedule is packed into a few days

If your schedule is packed into a strict schedule, book the Turbopass Rome City Pass with Vatican & Colosseum Tickets. It comes in 2 to 5-day pass options and is the most practical choice for a fast, high-volume trip because it covers 50+ attractions and, gives you skip-the-line entry to Museums and Colosseum. That matters in Rome, where those two sites sell out first and still draw the longest lines. You can stack the Sistine Chapel, Roman Forum, Pantheon, Castel Sant’Angelo, and even a 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off bus into one tight itinerary without juggling separate bookings. It’s fully digital too, so you skip the pickup desk.

Recommended tickets:

  • Turbopass Rome City Pass: Choose 2 to 5 Days

If public transport and sightseeing are both a priority

The Omnia Card and Roma Pass & Vatican Museums + 48-Hr Rome Combo Passes are great alternatives if public transport matters as much as attractions. It includes 48-72 hours of ATAC transport, 72-hour hop-on hop-off access, Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and your first 2 Roma Pass attractions free. The trade-off is simple: at €149, it costs more and requires physical collection in Rome. Turbopass is smoother for speed; Omnia is better if you want Vatican access plus transit in one bundle.

Recommended tickets:

  • Combo: Vatican Museums + 48-Hr Rome Pass Tickets
  • Omnia Card and Roma Pass: Access 10+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport
  • Roma Pass: Access 45+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport

Top attractions included in your Rome City Pass

AttractionRoma PassOmnia Card and Roma PassGo City Rome Explorer PassRome Super Pass with Public Transport

Colosseum

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✅

✅

✅

Vatican Museums

❌

✅

✅

✅

Pantheon

❌

❌

✅

✅

Roman Forum

✅

✅

✅

✅

Palatine Hill

✅

✅

✅

✅

Castel Sant'Angelo

✅

✅

✅

✅

Borghese Gallery

✅

✅

✅

❌

Capitoline Museums

✅

✅

✅

❌

National Roman Museum

✅

✅

❌

❌

Baths of Caracalla

✅

✅

❌

❌

Ostia Antica

✅

✅

❌

❌

Ara Pacis Museum

✅

✅

❌

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Top highlights of your Rome City Pass

Tour guide with tourists in front of the Colosseum, Rome, at sunset.
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Colosseum

  • Timings: 8:30am to 4:30pm (winter); 8:30am to 7:15pm (summer)
  • Address: Piazza del Colosseo, 1, Rome 00184, Italy

Vatican Museums

  • Timings: 8am to 8pm
  • Address: Viale Vaticano, Rome 00165, Italy

Galleria Borghese

  • Timings: 9am to 7pm
  • Address: Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, Rome 00197, Italy

Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo

  • Timings: 9am to 7:30pm
  • Address: Lungotevere Castello, 50, Rome 00193, Italy

Capitoline Museums

  • Timings: 9:30am to 7:30pm
  • Address: Piazza del Campidoglio, 1, Rome 00186, Italy

Pantheon

  • Timings: 9am to 7pm
  • Address: Piazza della Rotonda, Rome 00186, Italy

Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Massimo

  • Timings: 9:30am to 7pm
  • Address: Largo di Villa Peretti, 2, Rome 00185, Italy

How to use a Rome City Pass

Step 1: Choose your City Card

Pick the pass that best fits your needs! Make sure you check the attractions covered and make a choice between day & attraction-based passes.

Step 2: Book your tickets

Purchase your City Card easily using PayPal, a credit/debit card, or iDEAL.

Step 3: Check your email

Receive your ticket instantly in your inbox. Be sure to check the spam and junk folders.

Step 4: Download the operator's app

Download the operator's app on your phone and follow the activation instructions.

Step 5: Start exploring!

Present your activated pass at attractions to gain entry and enjoy your sightseeing!

Frequently asked questions about the Rome City Pass

A Rome city pass is worth it if you plan to visit at least three paid sights and use public transport regularly. If you only want the Colosseum and one museum, separate tickets are usually cheaper.