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Is it worth buying the Roma Pass?

YES! For the convenience of not having to worry about buying tickets to attractions and public transport tickets all the time. Find out everything you need to know about the Roma Pass here on Your Travel To Italy. ;)

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Is it worth buying the Roma Pass?

For some years, Rome has been adapting to the standards of the main capitals of the world. For this, the city created the Roma Pass (the tourist card), promoted by the Government and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, together with ATAC (Public Transport Agency of the City of Rome). But is it worth buying the Roma Pass? Read our post about the Roma Pass and get all the doubts out of your head! Stay with us and make the best of boot shaped country! Here at Your Travel to Italy with Ana Patricia you make the trip of your dreams!!! ALSO: see our “Accommodation in Italy – Tips for your holidays!”

1) Is it worth buying the Roma Pass? FIRST OF ALL: LET’S LEARN A LITTLE BIT MORE ABOUT THE ROMA PASS

The Roma Pass is a tourist-cultural card that offers discounts and services to tourists so that they can make the most of the wonders of Rome. The Roma Pass is available in two versions: Roma Pass 72 hours and Roma Pass 48 hours. The differences between them, essentially, are:

Roma Pass for 72 hours

The Roma Pass for 72 hours costs 52 Euros and offers: a visit to two museums (free choice between the available museums), free use of means of transport such as a local train, subway, bus, tram and discounts on tickets to other attractions. NOTE: the line that runs from/to Airports/Center DOES NOT ENTER IN THE FREE TRANSPORT OPTION. Check the exceptions HERE!

Roma Pass for 48 hours

The 48-hour Roma Pass costs 32 Euros and offers: visit to a museum, free use of transport such as local train, subway, bus and tram and discounts on tickets for other attractions. NOTE: the line that runs from/to Airports/Center DOES NOT ENTER IN THE FREE TRANSPORT OPTION. Check the exceptions HERE!

Buy the Roma Pass here with Ticketbar 48 Hours e 72 Hours.

Important

  • It is worth remembering that some museums DO NOT OPEN ON MONDAYS and on December 25th, January 1st and May 1st! So, before organizing your visit, check your travel dates. The “pass” will be released at the time of its validation, so I suggest you to do the validation in the morning, so that you can enjoy the day with the Roma Pass in hand.

2) Is it worth buying the Roma Pass? FIND OUT THE ROME PASS ATTRACTIONS

What can I do with the Roma Pass? Once the card is validated, you can start using it. There are more than forty museums, monuments and archaeological sites that are part of the Roma Pass circuit, among them are: Capitoline Museums, Planetarium, Ara Pacis, Montemartini, Coliseum, Borghese Gallery and Sant’Angelo Castle. It is also interesting to consider visits to the Borghese Gallery and also to the excavations of the Valentini Palace, with the Rome Domus (it is necessary to book in advance, even with the Roma Pass). I also remember that from March 2019 the Coliseum requires reservation even for those using the Roma Pass, so remember to book your visit date, ok?!

The card also allows you to travel free of charge on the public transport network of Rome (except the Shuttle service – shared transfer) to the capital’s airports, Fiumicino and Ciampino and the railway lines outside Rome.

Important

3) Is it worth buying the Roma Pass? FIND OUT THE BENEFITS

Upon purchasing the Roma Pass you receive:

  • Roma Pass Transport (a transport voucher valid for all public transport);
  • The Roma MAP (a map that pinpoint the tourist information places and help you to get the direction to where the metro stations, museums and attractions are located – address, telephone, bus routes and timetables);
  • Roma Pass Guide (guide to partner attractions);
  • Roma News (a complete program of discounted tourist events and services, of all types and in all areas such as art, theater, music, entertainment, dance, auxiliary transport, etc.); and
  • “Roma Informa” internet access card. Also read “What to do in Rome in 3 days?”

4) Is it worth buying the Roma Pass? UNDERSTAND HOW TO USE THE ROMA PASS

How to use the Roma Pass?

  • You must fill the back of the card with your name, surname and validation date;
  • Activation starts counting at the first access where the Pass is used, that is: at the entrance to the chosen museum or on your first trip using public transport;
  • On the first visit it is possible to use the card directly on the available machines (according to the attraction, some must be booked online in advance), as from the second attraction it is necessary to go to the ticket office to take advantage of the discount offered;
  • You must present the Roma Pass when requested by employees, along with your passport;
  • The card is valid until midnight on the third day (or second day according to what version you chose, including the validation day). Also read about the Firenze Card to use in Florence.

Useful information

Where can you buy the Roma Pass? See the options below.

  • Online and a maximum of 4 Roma Pass units per transaction. The Pass will be available on the fifth day of purchase;
  • In all the Museums of the Roma Pass Circuit;
  • At tourist information points in Rome. The addresses you can find clicking HERE!

Tip

  • The Roma Pass also gives discounts at several stores in the most diverse segments. To find out the stores that offers the discount, click HERE!

5) Is it worth buying the Roma Pass? UNDERSTAND THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES

For the convenience of not having to worry about buying public transport tickets all the time, yes, it is worthy! If we consider the price of tickets to museums, the savings will be more or less one euro in the option of the Roma Pass for 48 hours and more than 20 Euros in the Roma Pass for 72 hours! Do the math!

Roma Pass for 48 hours

The Roma Pass for 48 hours costs 28 Euros; if you choose to take the tour WITHOUT the Roma Pass consider the following:

  • Simulation to visit the Coliseum (which also includes the Roman Forum and the Palatine Museum). The ticket costs 14 Euros (buying in advance). Include public transport, which in this case will be the daily ticket to use all transport, which costs 7 Euros per day, or for two days: 12.50 euros. Then the total you’ll have is: 14 + 12.50 Euros = 26.50 Euros. Less 1.50 euros, plus time savings! And if you go to other attractions you will have direct discounts, so you will really start saving, depending on how many attractions you visit, you can save a lot!
Advantage of the Roma Pass 48 hours
  • You don’t have to wait in line to buy tickets.
Disadvantage of the Roma Pass 48 hours
  • There is no disadvantage, since you will spend the same amount, but you will improve your time and convenience to not face lines!

Roma Pass for 72 hours

The Roma Pass for 72 hours costs 38.50 Euros. If you choose to take the tour WITHOUT the Roma Pass consider the following:

Simulation:

The Coliseum (which is the must-see attraction in Rome and which includes the Palatine and Roman Forum) admission costs 14 euros. Leaving there, let’s assume that you want to visit Sant’Angelo Castle. The ticket costs 10 Euros. Then, taking advantage the discounts, you decide to go to other Museums or attractions that are part of the Roma Pass circuit, saving at least 10 euros.

Include a three-day transport with the Rome 24h transport card, which costs 7 Euros per day, or the three-day ticket, which costs 18 Euros. Then you’ll have is: 14 + 10 + 18.50 = Total of 42.50 Euros. Savings: 04 euros! Then if you go to other attractions with discounts that are part of the circuit the savings can be more than 30 to 40 euros (depending on the attractions you choose!!).

Advantages of the Roma Pass for 72 hours
  • Savings 04 Euros, at least;
  • You will avoid lines at most attractions.
Disadvantage of the Roma Pass for 72 hours
  • There is no disadvantage, since you will save on the purchase of the Roma Pass and you will save time and convenience to avoid facing lines!

If you are traveling with children: don’t take risks, invest a little more and travel safely, comfortably and without worries or risks of ruining your long-awaited trip.

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Hotel I suggest near the Historic Center

If you are passionate about art and would like to stay in the center where you can move around walking, as well as having countless possibilities for places to have lunch / dinner or a snack, I advise you to stay in the historic center. Regions near the Trevi Fountain, the Coliseum, the Roman Forum, the Imperial Forum and the Villa Borghese, Piazza Spagna and Piazza Navona can be considered as “historic center”. These are the most expensive areas, but you will be close to everything, literally!

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Hotels that I suggest near the San Giovanni Region

For those who want to find cheaper alternatives in quiet areas, but at the same time close to the means of transport to the center, I suggest the region of San Giovanni or Monti (near the metro stations San Giovanni, Castro Pretorio and Circus Massimo) – which it is a more residential neighborhood; therefore, more economical and quiet! And with just 15 minutes by subway you will be in the center too!

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Hotels I suggest near Vatican City

An interesting area to stay and a little cheaper than the historic center is the Vatican area (Vatican Museums) which is very well connected with everything.

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Hotel I suggest near Termini Station

For those who prefer to stay in neighborhoods that have good access to the rest of the city and at a better price, then you should choose accommodation in the surroundings of Termini Station (from where a dense network of public means of transport starts, serving both: the local people and tourists).

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Hotels that I suggest in Trastevere

For those who prefer to “taste” authentic and characteristic Rome, there is nothing better than booking a hotel in Trastevere (on the outskirts of the city’s historic river), full of typical Roman history and traditions, known for the tortuous streets of sampietrini stones and the centers medieval style housing.

The neighborhood is in the historic center and to the right of the Tevere River, in the midst of a spectacular landscape, where each visitor can observe the countless churches and squares (such as Santa Maria in Trastevere). In addition, this neighborhood offers several local restaurants and canteens for those who want to try typical Roman cuisine.

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Conclusion

Is it worth buying the Roma Pass? If you are going to stay in Rome for more than three days, it is worth buying the 72-hour Roma Pass, otherwise – if you are staying in Rome for up to 48 hours: both the Roma Pass option and the option to purchase the ticket in advance are good for you.

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