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TOTAL DURATION8 hours
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START POINT
Catania
Begin your adventure from Catania, a vibrant city known for its Baroque architecture and lively markets like La Pescheria.
35 km
70 minutes
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Mount Etna
3 attractions
Explore Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano. Choose a tour in the morning for clearer views or at sunset for stunning light over the volcanic landscape.
Highlights
1. Silvestri Craters
You can walk around the Silvestri Craters at 2,000m, observe the volcanic rocks and ash, and take in panoramic views of Mount Etna's slopes.
2. Valle del Bove
Discover Valle del Bove, a massive depression on Mount Etna’s flank. The dramatic landscape of cliffs and craters is ideal for hiking and photography.
3. Zafferana Etnea
Visit this scenic village to enjoy local honey tastings and stroll through its streets for views of Mount Etna. Hiking trails offer an up-close look at the volcano’s landscapes.
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Catania
Capture panoramic views of Etna and surrounding landscapes, with transfers for ultimate convenience.
Difficulty level: Easy | Max altitude: 2,000m
- Enjoy transfers from Catania and explore Mount Etna’s trails, craters, and caves on a 4x4 vehicle.
- Start your day with a trek through craters and lava streams, or end it with a sunset hike offering panoramic views of the glowing volcano.
- Reach altitudes between 1,900m and 2,000m and pass through the Silvestri Craters and a lava tube.
- Explore a volcanic cave and learn about its unique geology and formation from your expert guide.
- In Zafferana Etnea, see the 1991/93 lava flow’s lasting impact on the town’s terrain, offering a glimpse into the force of Mount Etna’s eruptions.
Capture panoramic views of Etna and surrounding landscapes, with transfers for ultimate convenience.
Difficulty level: Easy | Max altitude: 2,000m
- Enjoy transfers from Catania and explore Mount Etna’s trails, craters, and caves on a 4x4 vehicle.
- Start your day with a trek through craters and lava streams, or end it with a sunset hike offering panoramic views of the glowing volcano.
- Reach altitudes between 1,900m and 2,000m and pass through the Silvestri Craters and a lava tube.
- Explore a volcanic cave and learn about its unique geology and formation from your expert guide.
- In Zafferana Etnea, see the 1991/93 lava flow’s lasting impact on the town’s terrain, offering a glimpse into the force of Mount Etna’s eruptions.
Inclusions
- Transfers from Catania
- Expert guide
- 4x4 vehicle
- Morning or sunset tour (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Pregnant women and individuals with asthma, cardio-respiratory issues, or other health conditions, are not allowed on this experience.
- Itinerary may change due to weather or unforeseen events, as deemed necessary by the guide.
- Recommended gear: Wear layered clothing, long trousers, and trekking shoes, and bring a backpack with water and snacks.
- Do not carry suitcases or trolleys on this experience.
- Suitable for first-time trekkers and those looking for an easy adventure.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Explore Palermo from Cathedral to Teatro Massimo on two bus routes in just one day.
- Hop on a 24-hour bus tour and unlock Palermo’s stunning palaces, art museums, and more! Jump off and back on as you want – it’s unlimited.
- Create your dream itinerary with two routes and 15 stops. With buses arriving every 30-60 mins, you’ve got total freedom to explore at your own pace.
- Soak up Palermo’s views from an open-top double-decker, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and tune into the audio guide in eight languages. Comfort and city sights all in one.
- Don't miss Zisa Castle, the Cathedral of Monreale, and Mondello beach – iconic stops along your tour that will leave you in awe.
Explore Palermo from Cathedral to Teatro Massimo on two bus routes in just one day.
- Hop on a 24-hour bus tour and unlock Palermo’s stunning palaces, art museums, and more! Jump off and back on as you want – it’s unlimited.
- Create your dream itinerary with two routes and 15 stops. With buses arriving every 30-60 mins, you’ve got total freedom to explore at your own pace.
- Soak up Palermo’s views from an open-top double-decker, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and tune into the audio guide in eight languages. Comfort and city sights all in one.
- Don't miss Zisa Castle, the Cathedral of Monreale, and Mondello beach – iconic stops along your tour that will leave you in awe.
Inclusions
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Access to Red & Blue lines
- Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Japanese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese
- Free Wi-Fi & assistance on board
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Line (Line A)
- First bus: 10am from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Popular stops: Palermo Botanical Garden, Teatro Massimo, New Gate
Blue Line (Line B)
- First bus: 12pm from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Politeamo Theatre)
- Frequency: Every 60 minutes
- Popular stops: English Garden, Zisa Castle, Villa Malfitano
- The buses are wheelchair accessible (only if they are equipped with a footboard and space for wheelchair).
- Small and medium sized pets welcome onboard if they are put on a leash, muzzle or inside a carrier.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Bernhard
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was almost impossible to find stops after booking online. No info, no link, nothing about it. Very poor service (booked via something called "Headout").
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Michael
Jun 2025Verified booking
Loved sitting up top! Clear US speaking audio guide lots of info! Loved the "Biga café" for lunch!
Kurt
May 2025Verified booking
It was ok, the weather was fine. We had long walks.
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Frank
May 2025Verified booking
Great. Very easy and pleasant.
Petra
Mar 2025Verified booking
Nice to discover Palermo this way. The red and blue route merged nicely without switching
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Jun 2025Verified booking
The sound on the bus was really bad although in English it could was low in volume and when you raised it it was distorted
Thomas
Jun 2025Verified booking
The bus drove once around the city center and that was all. All points are within walking distance and the experience is much nicer and more interesting. We could have saved ourselves the €40.
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Kay
Jun 2025Verified booking
I did not love any of it. The buses were not frequent enough for the amount of people. The audio info was very poor on Route A and did not work at all on Route B. The staff were not friendly or happy.
Nancy
May 2025Verified booking
The bus was punctual for pickups. Reliable. The staff were not friendly. Once at a stop, there was no direction as to the possible sights to see in that area.
Daniela
May 2025Verified booking
Long waiting times, long stays in sweltering heat. No special highlights. The blue tour b didn't bring much that was new.
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Sarah
May 2025Verified booking
It was fine, just admission tickets and the hop-on-hop-off bus wasn't very exciting
Kai
Apr 2025Verified booking
The app to track the buses "live" to see, when they arrive, did not work at all.
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Simon
Feb 2025Verified booking
The headphones on the bus were not ideal. The voice guide was barely understandable. The journey was rarely consistent with the language guide.
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- With a knowledgeable guide, explore Palermo's two most famous sights to satisfy your thirst to learn more about history.
- Discover the history of UNESCO World Heritage Site Palazzo Dei Normanni in great detail and its significance in present-day politics.
- Complete your visit by exploring the gardens and Cappella Palatina and take in the elegance and splendor up close.
- With a knowledgeable guide, explore Palermo's two most famous sights to satisfy your thirst to learn more about history.
- Discover the history of UNESCO World Heritage Site Palazzo Dei Normanni in great detail and its significance in present-day politics.
- Complete your visit by exploring the gardens and Cappella Palatina and take in the elegance and splendor up close.
Inclusions
- Admission to Palazzo Dei Normanni Complex (Palace, Gardens & Capella Palatina)
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Tip: The best times to visit are from March, through June and October as there are fewer crowds, many festivals, and moderate weather allowing you time to peruse.
- Wheelchairs, prams, and strollers are all allowed on the trip.
- Upon request, a buggy may be made available.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Escape from the Palermo crowds to the hilltop town of Erice and Marsala, seated in a comfortable minivan with an expert driver/tour leader.
- Appreciate the old-time beauty of Erice as you look out over the Egadi Islands and the city of Trapani.
- Stroll through the narrow alleys and quaint courtyards of Erice and taste a local Sicilian granita.
- Sample the best local wines and olive oils that Marsala is known for, in addition to a delicious Sicilian lunch.
- Smell the salt in the air as you admire the characteristic windmills and basins along Marsala’s panoramic salt route.
- Escape from the Palermo crowds to the hilltop town of Erice and Marsala, seated in a comfortable minivan with an expert driver/tour leader.
- Appreciate the old-time beauty of Erice as you look out over the Egadi Islands and the city of Trapani.
- Stroll through the narrow alleys and quaint courtyards of Erice and taste a local Sicilian granita.
- Sample the best local wines and olive oils that Marsala is known for, in addition to a delicious Sicilian lunch.
- Smell the salt in the air as you admire the characteristic windmills and basins along Marsala’s panoramic salt route.
Inclusions
- English-speaking driver/tour leader
- Return transfers from Palermo
- Transportation in a luxury Mercedes minivan/minibus
- Visiting Erice with granita tasting
- Visiting Marsala saline (exterior)
- Typical Sicilian lunch in a winery or farm
- Water bottle
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
Palermo - Erice - Marsala - Marsala Salt Route - Palermo
- Tip: May to November are the best months to visit Erice and Marsala, owing to good weather.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Uncover the history behind this iconic landmark with an expert guide while choosing between panoramic city views by day or night.
- Everything you get: Head to the elevator to the second floor or the summit, the highest point in Paris. Along the way, hear captivating stories about the tower’s construction, significance, and Gustave Eiffel’s vision. On your descent, stop at the first-floor glass platform for a thrilling perspective of the city below.
- Why choose this: The Eiffel is more than just a viewpoint—this guided tour offers a deeper understanding of its history. With a small group (max 20 guests), enjoy an interactive experience.
- Choose from multiple slots available— by day, enjoy clear views of Paris landmarks, and by night, witness the stunning city lights and the tower's sparkling illuminations.
- Upgrades: Add a Seine River cruise, with the Eiffel Tower as the convenient boarding point, for a scenic view of the city’s landmarks from the water.
Uncover the history behind this iconic landmark with an expert guide while choosing between panoramic city views by day or night.
- Everything you get: Head to the elevator to the second floor or the summit, the highest point in Paris. Along the way, hear captivating stories about the tower’s construction, significance, and Gustave Eiffel’s vision. On your descent, stop at the first-floor glass platform for a thrilling perspective of the city below.
- Why choose this: The Eiffel is more than just a viewpoint—this guided tour offers a deeper understanding of its history. With a small group (max 20 guests), enjoy an interactive experience.
- Choose from multiple slots available— by day, enjoy clear views of Paris landmarks, and by night, witness the stunning city lights and the tower's sparkling illuminations.
- Upgrades: Add a Seine River cruise, with the Eiffel Tower as the convenient boarding point, for a scenic view of the city’s landmarks from the water.
Inclusions
- 90-minute guided tour of the Eiffel Tower
- Elevator access to the summit or 2nd floor (as per option selected)
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Small group between 10 to 20 guests
- Access to 1st floor
- 1-hour Seine River cruise (as per the option selected)
Exclusions
- Skip-the-line entry
- Tip: On the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, you can take a closer look at one of the remaining pieces of this historic spiral staircase which was used by Gustave Eiffel to reach his office.
- Each year, the top of the Eiffel Tower closes for maintenance and renovations, and this year it will reopen on February 7, 2025.
- Please note you will not be able to purchase tickets to the summit on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. If you wish to visit the summit, purchase these tickets before your visit.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible to the 1st and 2nd floors.
- The summit is not accessible to wheelchair users.
- This tour can accommodate a maximum of 20 people in 1 group.
- Individuals must present a valid form of identification, such as a passport or ID card, to access the tower grounds.
- Keep in mind that smoking, large luggage, non-folding buggies/prams, big bags, baby strollers, rollerblades, scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, other large rolling objects (except foldable pushchairs, medical or assistance vehicles for persons with reduced mobility), sharp objects, glass bottles, padlocks, and cans are not allowed on this experience.
- To keep everyone safe, there might be a short wait for a security check when you enter.
- Sometimes, great things take a little patience. During peak seasons, you might have to wait up to 90 minutes before your experience begins.
- After the guided tour, explore each floor of the iconic tower at your own pace and make the most of your visit!
- Entrance is free for infants under 4. If the infant option is not available during the booking step, please contact Headout support to make a request in advance.
- This is an English-guided tour. Some guides may also speak additional languages, primarily French or Spanish, and may offer extra assistance when possible, though this cannot be guaranteed.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Cheryl
Jun 2025Verified booking
I was able to access the tickets easily. We understood the guided tour duration was 1 hour 30 minutes. The guide spook with us as we took 5 min walk to the tower. After the guide took us up to the 2nd floor the guided part of the tour was over.
Rebecca
Jun 2025Verified booking
We lucked out being the only one on the tour and it was the night of my 40th birthday- it felt so special! Rafael was a fantastic guide- he walked us up through some beautiful photo spots, took lots of pictures of my husband and I, and answered all of our questions not just about the Eiffel Tower but about life in Paris. It wasn't a crowded night but it was still so nice to follow someone who knew exactly where to go and just be able to take it all in. Highly recommend this experience!
William
Jun 2025Verified booking
This was one of the best tours I have been a part of. Rafael was nothing short of amazing. He was friendly, very informative, and made sure everyone had an enjoyable experience. We also zipped past security and all of the lines. I highly recommend!
Julie
Jun 2025Verified booking
I had trouble finding the meeting point for the guideey tour but the Headout reps reached me via What'sApp at the meeting time! Great service 👍
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David
May 2025Verified booking
What a great experience from start to finish almost :) we started the tour outside the pick up address and like most we arrived early tami the tour guide was amazing but she was just filling in as Abbie our actual guide was running late due to metro issue. That being said tami was amazing got us through security and to the lift quickly and efficiently. Abbie arrived just as we where about to board the lift very apologetic and with her note book in hand proceeded to take our tour with an abundance of information. We loved it the kids loved it and it was an amazing experience we will never forget. Thinking of doing one I'd definitely recommend it the Eiffel Tower is a must!
Becky
May 2025Verified booking
Everyone should see the Eifel Tower with a guide who will tell you the interesting history of the Tower. Our guide was funny and knowledgeable, it was so much better than a solo visit.
Paul
May 2025Verified booking
The Eiffel Tower structure is outstanding & views are amazing from all levels. The atmosphere around the place is one of awe & excitement. Great seeing some people overcoming their fear of heights. Our tour guide "kendrick" was absolutely professional & helpful & informative about the whole structure & historic occurances at the tower 5*****👍
Kawsar
May 2025Verified booking
Very good experience, your guide was excellent, showed us history and step by step on the Eiffel Tower. The summit option was worth the height, wait, and memories 😊
Luca
May 2025Verified booking
I am happy with this experience because it was one of my wife's birthday presents-she was really happy and that's what counts! Unfortunately, however, I must observe that the one and a half hour wait to go up the tower was really too long and inexplicable! Especially since having already bought tickets we should have had priority. Luckily we had a very nice and very good guide Mademoiselle LIZ who entertained us by telling us the history of Eiffel, many funny stories and many anecdotes that made the wait less heavy.
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Tsvetan
May 2025Verified booking
My family loved it. The tour was great. Our guide Perkins was very helpful, told us a lot of interesting things about the tower. And of course the tower was amazing!
Carola
May 2025Verified booking
Very good. Abi was friendly and polite. Explained everything well. Perhaps it would be good if tours could be given in German or translated.
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Velican
May 2025Verified booking
Our guide Liz was great, explained everything, showed us pictures. We had to wait a bit, but it was worth it. The view was awesome!
Precious
May 2025Verified booking
The whole experience was awesome starting with not having to queue up to get in, skipping the lines enabled us spend more time touring the tour itself. The guide gave the history of the tour which gave an insight on how the tower got to look the way it does today. The view...breathtaking I loved the lights show too
Joseph
May 2025Verified booking
Efi our tour guide made the experience very enjoyable and was very knowledgeable in the information he provided. He took time and made the effort to inclue everybody in the tour. The weather took a turn for the worse but actually made it more enjoyable. We got to experience a storm whilst at the summit and it made the experience all the more memorable.
Joze
May 2025Verified booking
It was megaa nice and very entertaining Catalina really rocked it The woman really has what it takes She did a quiz with us opposite the Eifel Tower I would have given Catalina a whopping 10 points from 1 to 10. 1-bad 10- good Thanks for everything and very good guidance and had booked super fast
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Sylwia
May 2025Verified booking
The guide Max was very friendly and took care of the whole group. He also told us interesting facts about the history of the Eiffel Tower. The trip was very well organized, exactly as described in the application, we were at the top of the Tower very quickly. I definitely recommend it.
Maureen
May 2025Verified booking
Our tour Guide, Sol, was a 10/10! Her english was clear and easy to understand. Her enthusiasm was great! She was patient, informed, with an engaging delivery of the information. She was eager to answer any questions, made sure our group of 7 was kept together, patiently acted as photographer for everyone in the group, and provided a great history of the tower. The boat ride was pleasant, but with much less info provided about the buildings along the way.
Lucy
May 2025Verified booking
Informative tour, starting place was easy to find. Abi was a great tour guide - informative and lively. Also got a good deal on a river cruise by buying tickets onsite at the office.
Bojan
May 2025Verified booking
Everything went smoothly according to the program I received by email. Our guide Daniela was a great help, she gave us all the important information, told us the historical course of events and was very helpful at all times. The view of Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower is something you should not miss, as is the boat cruise on the Seine River.
Ursula
May 2025Verified booking
The directions to the meeting point were great, so the well-organized tour could begin. A short summary of the tour in German as a written piece would be good. The Seine trip was also fine.
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Stanley
May 2025Verified booking
Anna was an extremely personable, guest focused guide. Clear instructions & guidance on accessing a very crowded environment!!!! Please tell Anna "mahalo "; she will know who this is from!!!!!!
Susan
May 2025Verified booking
Amazing experience our tour guide Catariana I think her name was so sorry if that's not right. But she was amazing telling us about the tower and she was more than welcoming to us. She was funny and very well presented 😊🤩
Anna
May 2025Verified booking
A guide with wit and charm led us through the waiting time and really explained everything to us! Fortune had great pictures with historical facts and told us great anecdotes. The waiting time went by much faster and everyone had the opportunity to leave the queue (coffee, ice cream, around the corner again) - we think it was worth it
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Katharina
May 2025Verified booking
Our guide Nihad (Headout/Experience First) was very good! He made the 2.5 hour wait, including 2 hours to get on the lift, more pleasant with good entertainment. Despite having booked a ticket and guide, we had to wait a long time. You would have had the same waiting time even without a reservation. This was not apparent anywhere beforehand. There were hundreds of people with reservations at the meeting point. However, the organization and division into small groups of about 15 was very good. Waiting time at the first security entrance was short. The elevator is clearly a bottleneck. Regardless of whether you have a reservation or not!
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Hong
May 2025Verified booking
David was an awesome guide for touring the Eiffel Tower. He extremely explained the history and every detail of the Eiffel Tower.
Elevate your Colosseum visit with an expert-led tour and exclusive Arena Floor access—walk where gladiators fought.
- Everything you get: Enter at the time slot of your choosing and follow your expert guide through the seating rows as well as the museum displaying historic artifacts on level 2. Step onto the exclusive Arena Floor, where gladiators fought for survival, before exploring the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
- Why choose this? Most tours don't include the Arena Floor—this one takes you onto it. Walk where gladiators fought and experience the Colosseum like never before with an expert guide who brings history to life.
- Upgrade: Choose between a small group tour (15 guests) for a more intimate, interactive experience or a larger group tour (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.
Elevate your Colosseum visit with an expert-led tour and exclusive Arena Floor access—walk where gladiators fought.
- Everything you get: Enter at the time slot of your choosing and follow your expert guide through the seating rows as well as the museum displaying historic artifacts on level 2. Step onto the exclusive Arena Floor, where gladiators fought for survival, before exploring the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
- Why choose this? Most tours don't include the Arena Floor—this one takes you onto it. Walk where gladiators fought and experience the Colosseum like never before with an expert guide who brings history to life.
- Upgrade: Choose between a small group tour (15 guests) for a more intimate, interactive experience or a larger group tour (25 guests) for a budget-friendly option.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum
- English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)
- Special access to the Colosseum Arena floor
- Access to Colosseum tier 1, 2 & Museum
- Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
- Headsets
Exclusions
- Guided tour of Arena
- Access to Underground and upper floors
- Hotel transfers
- The experience is not accessible by wheelchair, pram/stroller baby carriage, or people with mobility issues.
- Rain or shine, this tour won't be canceled. If there is a heavy downpour, some areas of the tour will be closed for safety reasons.
- Names are mandatory for Colosseum bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to gain entry. Photo IDs are mandatory for minors and adults.
- The order of attractions visited might be subject to change. Your guide will help you navigate all 3 sites daily of the crowds.
- As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is impossible to skip entry lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Nícolas
May 2025Verified booking
Visiting the Colosseum, or "Coliseu" as it's known in Portuguese, is an absolutely breathtaking experience that transports you back to the heart of ancient Rome. Standing within those colossal ruins, you can almost hear the roar of the crowds and imagine the gladiatorial contests that once took place on the arena floor. The sheer scale of Roman engineering is awe-inspiring, and exploring the intricate levels, from the underground hypogeum where animals and gladiators awaited their fate, to the upper tiers offering panoramic views of the entire amphitheater, truly brings history to life. The company that organized this tour did an exceptional job, handling every detail to ensure a smooth and enriching visit and helping to find the correct place. A special mention must go to our tour guide, Simona, whose passion and knowledge truly brought the Colosseum to life. She expertly navigated us through its storied past, pointing out fascinating details and sharing captivating histories that made the ancient stones speak volumes. It's a powerful reminder of the grandeur and complexity of a civilization that shaped so much of the world.
David
May 2025Verified booking
Our guide, Diego, was great! He was knowledgeable, friendly, intelligent, funny and loves telling the history of his birthplace. This tour has a lot to cover in 3 hours so if you're not a fast walker/stair climber there might be better choices for you. The only downside was that we got instructions to meet in 1 location only to get there on time and be told we needed to go to a different address- for folks without internet this could be difficult. It wasn't far but was across streets, through construction, and down an alley- could have told us to meet there from the beginning.
Lisette
May 2025Verified booking
The highlight of my visit was our guide Bruno was the best, he is an archaeologist and explained very clearly. Fantastic
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Stephen
May 2025Verified booking
I don't think I could have done this tour on my own. So much to see & learn in this tour, deeply enriched in history. Our guide explained so much in the time we were with her, & her ability to be patient & direct us around the huge crowds & other tour groups was well done. Thank you for an amazing tour & the opportunity to walk away with so much knowledge & many photos
COMMIEN
May 2025Verified booking
We came to Rome for the first time at the end of April and this visit to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum was a must. The tour was incredible from start to finish. It was a first for us to hire a guide, and we have no regrets! Simone is a very interesting guide, with a great sense of humor. We loved it and highly recommend this tour and this guide. Many thanks to her!
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Kevin
May 2025Verified booking
The tour was very interesting and well organized. A 2.5-hour guided tour of the Forum, Mount Palatine and the Colosseum - a great, informative experience!
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RAFAEL
May 2025Verified booking
VERY INTERESTING VISIT TO THE COLOSSEUM. THE GUIDE, ELEONORA, WAS WONDERFUL. SHE EXPLAINED IT AS IF SHE WAS LIVING IT. SHE KNEW WHAT SHE WAS TALKING ABOUT.
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David
May 2025Verified booking
The experience and the detailed explanation of our guide made the visit even better. She was able to explain every corner and make us travel back in time.
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Paul
May 2025Verified booking
Had an absolutely amazing day. Made so by the knowledge and enthusiasm of our guide. It was fantastic to see it but more fantastic to know it.
Fernanda
May 2025Verified booking
The tour was Awesome! We had Eliane, a Brazilian historian, she was Pationate and very knowledgeable about history and the details. I was impressed with her knowledge and enthusiasm. You can tell when someone loves what they do and she definitely is a person that loves what she does. Take a hat with you, it was very sunny and we walk a lot during this tour.
Gregory
May 2025Verified booking
Our guide Flavia was so knowledgeable, and never short of interesting facts and little things to show us throughout the whole tour. We got so much more out of our visit thanks to her, would thoroughly recommend.
Trudy
May 2025Verified booking
Our enthusiastic guide Laura Antonucci really helped "flesh out" what we were seeing at the Forum, Palatinr Hill & Colosseum, with helpful colour illustrations & many details to bring it all to life! We appreciated the clear fantastic English & the response to questions in our all adult group. They found shade when possible which was appreciated, built in a well timed 🚾 stop, as well advising us of the lift for seniors who needed it. Cannot recommend enough!
Petrescu
Apr 2025Verified booking
The tour guide (Diego) was excellent, had a lot of knowledge and was very pleasant. The places visited were very interesting and came with a lot of detailing. Definetly recommend!
Andreas
Apr 2025Verified booking
Except that you guys misidentify the location, where you meet the guide and no one comes to the meeting point to pick you up it was a great experience with a great guide. Lots of background information.
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Denise
Apr 2025Verified booking
Great informative and knowledgeable tour guide, great sense of humour, crowds were as expected but the tour guide knew how to work around them
Vicky
Apr 2025Verified booking
Our tour guide Paulo was amazing. His knowledge about everything Roman, Rome and Italy was simply astounding. He made the tour enjoyable as well as informative. We came away knowing more than we ever thought we would! I would thoroughly recommend!
waslet
Apr 2025Verified booking
Superb tour, interesting and fun. Great guide! Beautiful landscapes, lots of memories! The only downside was that the meeting place was very poorly signposted, so it was a difficult moment.
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Paula
Apr 2025Verified booking
The best part of our tour of the Colosseum, the Forum, and Palatine Hill was definitely our tour guide. She was knowledgeable and had a great way of delivering her message, even a little joke now and then. The sites are awesome inspiring given their age, construction, and purposes.
Shafik
Mar 2025Verified booking
I went on a very cozy, private tour with Marle Robinson, with three other tourists. Marle was amazingly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating stories from history throughout the experience. She's very sharp and witty, with a lot of funny jokes to keep us engaged. At the same time, she was very attentive to our needs, making sure we remained hydrated, never strayed too far from each other and had ample time to snap a couple of photos. The tour gave us fast track entry to the venues and we were able to coast through the sites swiftly due to the sheer size of the company. It's very clear that our guide is passionate about the topics covered during the tour, being a practising scholar herself. This tour is highly recommended!
Sofia
Jun 2025Verified booking
I loved the experience as the guide was very friendly and approachable. Good organization in general.
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Marek
May 2025Verified booking
No problem, everything went well
Kim
May 2025Verified booking
Crowded our guide John had so much knowledge and history was if we were reliving what it's like!!
claire
May 2025Verified booking
The guided tour was excellent and Francesca was professional, knowledgeable and funny, she made the experience for us.
David
May 2025Verified booking
Great guide Very informative Had lots of fun
Patrick
Apr 2025Verified booking
The historic sites and the knowledge of the hist
Routes
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Map
1
Largo Alinari
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2 attractions
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Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
19 min walk
2
Via Pier Capponi-Libertà
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3 attractions
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Piazza della Libertà
5 min walk
Giardino dell'Orticoltura
8 min walk
Museo Stibbert
10 min walk
5
Santa Croce
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2 attractions
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Basilica di Santa Croce
1 min walk
Museo dell'Opera di Santa Croce
1 min walk
7
Viale Michelangelo
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3 attractions
Nearby things to do
Viale Michelangelo
3 min walk
San Miniato al Monte
6 min walk
Giardino delle Rose
6 min walk
8
Piazzale Michelangelo
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Piazzale Michelangelo
Forte di Belvedere
6 min walk
11
Piazza Tasso
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
San Frediano in Cestello
11 min walk
Ponte alla Carraia
6 min walk
2
Piazzale Michelangelo - Ple S.Miniato
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1 attractions
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Torre di San Niccolò
6 min walk
8
Fiesole
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Roman Theatre of Fiesole
1 min walk
Museo Civico Archeologico
19 min walk
10
Via Pier Capponi-Libertà
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3 attractions
Nearby things to do
Piazza della Libertà
5 min walk
Giardino dell'Orticoltura
8 min walk
Museo Stibbert
10 min walk
13
Viale Michelangelo
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3 attractions
Nearby things to do
Viale Michelangelo
3 min walk
San Miniato al Monte
6 min walk
Giardino delle Rose
6 min walk
14
Piazzale Michelangelo
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2 attractions
Nearby things to do
Piazzale Michelangelo
Forte di Belvedere
6 min walk
- Florence, the 'Cradle of Renaissance,' is your playground with the 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off ticket and soak up the city's rich cultural tapestry.
- Choose between not just 1, but 2 routes, dotted with 25+ stops across hidden gems waiting to be discovered, and buses swing by every 20 to 60 mins.
- Tune into the audio guide in 8 languages, which reveals secrets of must-see spots from the open decks. It's like having your tour guide in your pocket.
- Soak in Medieval and Renaissance artisan shops near Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, visit the historic park of Villa Cora, and more.
- Florence, the 'Cradle of Renaissance,' is your playground with the 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off ticket and soak up the city's rich cultural tapestry.
- Choose between not just 1, but 2 routes, dotted with 25+ stops across hidden gems waiting to be discovered, and buses swing by every 20 to 60 mins.
- Tune into the audio guide in 8 languages, which reveals secrets of must-see spots from the open decks. It's like having your tour guide in your pocket.
- Soak in Medieval and Renaissance artisan shops near Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, visit the historic park of Villa Cora, and more.
Inclusions
- 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off unlimited tour
- Access to Red and Blue lines
- Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian & Portuguese
- Free Wi-Fi
- Onboard assistance
- Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Line A: Blue Line
- First bus: 9am from Largo Alinari
- Last bus: 5:45pm from Largo Alinari
- Frequency: Every 25 mins
- Popular stops: Porta Romana, Piazzale Michelangelo, Donatello
Line B: Red Line
- First bus: 11am from Piazzale Galileo
- Last bus: 4pm from Piazzale Galileo
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
- Popular stops: Fiesole, Museo Del Calcio, San Domenico
- Tip: Hop off at Piazzale Michelangelo for a great shopping experience and panoramic views of the city like Duomo and Ponte Vecchio.
- Keep in mind bulky luggage or big backpacks are not allowed on the buses Pack wisely!
- Wheelchair users can only board buses equipped with a footboard and dedicated space.
- Passengers with wheelchairs are required to secure themselves and their wheelchairs with safety belts while the bus is in motion. The wheelchair must be locked with its brakes and placed in the designated space.
- The service provider allows only one wheelchair on the bus at a time.
- Small and medium-sized pets in leashes, muzzles, and pet carriers are allowed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Silvia
Apr 2025Verified booking
Florence is beautiful! Headout always encourages us to visit amazing places and move freely with the Hop on -Hop off.
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Debra
May 2025Verified booking
Heading up into the hills and the views over Florence
Cynthia
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was an unexpected highlight of our time in Florence. The Douma was booked out and it was a free museum day, so the lines were very long. We happened upon the hop on hop off bus tour and decided that would allow us to see more of the city. The views from Piazzale Michelangelo were amazing and we would've missed it if we hadn't taken the bus tour!
Birgitt
Jun 2025Verified booking
I find hop on hop off, always very good to get to the important sights and to orient myself in a city, I was satisfied, the buses were well attended, but there were always seats, the stops were not always immediately to find.
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Lutz
May 2025Verified booking
Hardly any waiting times < 20 min. Always got a seat on the upper deck. Top scenery where you can hardly go on foot A perfect day!
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Susanne
May 2025Verified booking
It would have been good if it had been announced at the terminus when the bus would start again. This took half an hour, during which you could have got off and used the time. This was only possible on request.
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Michael
May 2025Verified booking
We had some uncertainty with finding an actual "Hop on, Hop off" stop within the city of Florence. It would be great if the confirmation email after purchase used the customer's location to identify where the nearest stop might be. It is difficult in Florence, as many head for the Duomo/Santa Maria Novella piazza area, but there are no stops in that area. Once we did find a stop, the tour was great and showed us parts of Florence that took us away from the throngs i.e. Fiesole.
Robert
May 2025Verified booking
The audio worked so well. The ride was so enjoyable.The bus driver was clear when announcing stops. We just sat back and enjoyed the ride.
Wendy
May 2025Verified booking
I was in Florence on another excuywhich left me 3 hours if free time. I chose the hop on/off bus to be able to see more of Florence. I gave it a good rating because the bus stop I needed to get on was difficult to find. Lucky for me the number you call for customer service got me to the spot. The man in the phone was fabulous. Without him, I may not have found the stop.
Janet
May 2025Verified booking
It was a good experience. Lots of people. No one was at the stop 10 to line people up. It was a holiday and so many people and people were trying to get in front of other people.
Cristina
May 2025Verified booking
It is very useful when you have little time to visit the city. Punctual with schedules, very convenient to be able to get on and off at will to visit sites of interest.
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James
Apr 2025Verified booking
Sadly, the Florence half marathon was scheduled for the first day of our 48hr ticket, which meant we lost 1/4 of the time we could have used on the tour. The staff were at the stops to advise us, so kudos to them for being brave enough to stand and explain it. Otherwise, all good.
Raj
Jun 2025Verified booking
Convenient and ready booking and essay
Helmi
May 2025Verified booking
Super easy to buy tickets online. The route with the narration is cool
Henny
May 2025Verified booking
Well informed by stepping on the bus. Great views during the bus ride.
Jarrier
May 2025Verified booking
We enjoyed discovering the whole town and Fiesola.
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Baeyens
May 2025Verified booking
City tour to select places to visit Very good
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Detlef
May 2025Verified booking
It was very nice and interesting. Thank you very much.
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Heather
May 2025Verified booking
Easy to book, easy to meet up toooooo and both lines covered what we wanted. Thank you!!
Sandra
May 2025Verified booking
Kindness, punctuality, accuracy,
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Lyn
May 2025Verified booking
I loved the flexibility of being able to stay for a while in any place.
Marion
Apr 2025Verified booking
Being able to organise our whole visit round the buses and bus stops
Trevor
Apr 2025Verified booking
Friendly staff and how easy it was to use
Alberto
Apr 2025Verified booking
It is a pleasant way to get around the city especially if you have children. Friendly and welcoming staff
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Jenny
Jun 2025Verified booking