Get the most out of Rome with the Omnia Card — the city's most comprehensive all-in-one sightseeing pass covering the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, hop-on hop-off bus access across three operators, and unlimited public transport, all in a single card valid for 72 hours.
Key Highlights
- Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, saving up to two hours of queuing at Rome's busiest attraction
- Explore Rome on three hop-on hop-off bus networks — Vatican and Rome Open Bus, Big Bus Roma, and City Sightseeing Roma — valid for 72 hours
- Travel free on all Rome public transport for 72 hours
- Access discounts at over 30 additional museums and attractions across Rome and Vatican City throughout your card's validity
About Rome Omnia Card
The Rome Omnia Card is a two-pass package combining the Omnia Vatican Card and the Roma Pass into one powerful sightseeing bundle — covering the Vatican, ancient Rome, the city's museums, its transport network, and its hop-on hop-off bus services in a single purchase. It is operated by Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi (ORP), the official cultural and tourism arm of the Holy See, and is the official pass for Vatican-linked attractions in Rome.
The Omnia Vatican Card component provides fast-track priority entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, free entry to St. Peter's Basilica with an official audio guide, access to the Basilica of St. John Lateran with a multimedia audio guide, and entry to the Carcer Tullianum (Mamertine Prison) — the ancient prison beneath the Roman Forum where Saints Peter and Paul are said to have been held. The Roma Pass component provides free admission to your choice of 2 attractions from the Roma Pass circuit — which includes the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, Castel Sant'Angelo, Capitoline Museums, Borghese Gallery (reservation required), and Circo Maximo Experience — plus reduced admission at over 30 additional museums and sites throughout the city. Both components also include 72-hour unlimited access to Rome's full public transport network and all three hop-on hop-off bus operators.
The card is collected in person at one of the ORP collection points in Rome — at St. Peter's Square or the Lateran Palace — and activated from first use, with the two pass components able to be activated at different times for maximum flexibility across your stay. Book your Rome Omnia Card now on Thrillark and save up to 19% on Rome's most complete sightseeing pass.
The Omnia Vatican Card component provides fast-track priority entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, free entry to St. Peter's Basilica with an official audio guide, access to the Basilica of St. John Lateran with a multimedia audio guide, and entry to the Carcer Tullianum (Mamertine Prison) — the ancient prison beneath the Roman Forum where Saints Peter and Paul are said to have been held. The Roma Pass component provides free admission to your choice of 2 attractions from the Roma Pass circuit — which includes the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, Castel Sant'Angelo, Capitoline Museums, Borghese Gallery (reservation required), and Circo Maximo Experience — plus reduced admission at over 30 additional museums and sites throughout the city. Both components also include 72-hour unlimited access to Rome's full public transport network and all three hop-on hop-off bus operators.
The card is collected in person at one of the ORP collection points in Rome — at St. Peter's Square or the Lateran Palace — and activated from first use, with the two pass components able to be activated at different times for maximum flexibility across your stay. Book your Rome Omnia Card now on Thrillark and save up to 19% on Rome's most complete sightseeing pass.
Inclusions
Omnia Vatican Card
- Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Free entry to St. Peter's Basilica with official audio guide
- Entry to the Basilica of St. John Lateran with multimedia audio guide and cloister access
- Entry to the Carcer Tullianum (Mamertine Prison) with audio guide
- Multilingual Vatican and Rome audio guide app (Vatican and Rome App)
- Free admission to 2 attractions of your choice from the Roma Pass circuit (including Colosseum, Castel Sant'Angelo, Capitoline Museums, Borghese Gallery, Circo Maximo Experience)
- Discounted admission at 30+ additional museums and archaeological sites
- 72-hour unlimited public transport — metro lines A, B, B1, C, buses, and trams
Exclusions
- Food and beverages
- Personal expenses
- Transport
Insiders' Tips
Collect your Omnia Card first thing on your first morning and book the Vatican Museums entry for the following day — this gives you time to use the hop-on hop-off bus on Day 1 and the Vatican on Day 2. The two passes within the card can be activated at different times, so use them strategically to stretch the 72-hour window across your entire stay. If the Borghese Gallery is on your list.
Additional Information
Validity
- 72 Hours
- Children’s passes do not include the Roma Pass and Travelcard
- Children under 10 years can travel for free on public transport with a paying adult
- Admission to most attractions in Rome is free for those under 18.
- The passes must be picked up from the Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi collection desks at St. Peter's Square or Lateran Complex, Saint John’s in Lateran Basilica (Mondays to Saturdays only).
- The passes must be collected from the Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi desks at St. Peter's Square (daily) or the Lateran Palace (Mondays to Saturdays), excluding public holidays.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation at least 24 hrs before the travel date for a full refund
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rome Omnia Card and what does it cover?
The Rome Omnia Card is a 72-hour all-inclusive sightseeing pass combining the Omnia Vatican Card and the Roma Pass into a single purchase — covering fast-track entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, free entry to St. Peter's Basilica, St. John Lateran, and the Mamertine Prison, free admission to 2 top Rome attractions of your choice, discounts at 30+ additional museums, unlimited public transport, and 72-hour access to three hop-on hop-off bus networks. It is operated by Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi — the official Vatican-linked tourism organisation — and is the most comprehensive sightseeing pass available in Rome. The Rome Omnia Card is best suited to first-time visitors spending two to three days who want to visit both the Vatican and Rome's ancient sites without purchasing individual tickets for each attraction.
How do I collect and activate the Rome Omnia Card?
After purchasing the Rome Omnia Card online, you collect the physical card in person at one of the two ORP collection points in Rome — either at St. Peter's Square (Piazza Pio XII 9) or at the Lateran Palace — by presenting your purchase confirmation email, printed or on your phone. Collection points are open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and are closed on Sundays and public holidays. The card's two internal passes — the Omnia Vatican Card and the Roma Pass — can be activated at different times, giving you the flexibility to use one across your first two days and the other later in your stay.
Which 2 attractions can I choose for free entry with the Roma Pass component?
The Roma Pass component of the Omnia Card grants free admission to 2 attractions of your choice from the Roma Pass circuit — options include the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill; Castel Sant'Angelo; Capitoline Museums; Borghese Gallery; and the Circo Maximo Experience. The Colosseum and Castel Sant'Angelo are the most popular choices as they are also the most expensive individual attractions, providing the greatest saving when selected as your two free admissions. The Borghese Gallery requires a mandatory separate reservation even with the Omnia Card — book this immediately after collecting the card as availability is extremely limited and slots sell out weeks in advance.
Can I use the Rome Omnia Card on public transport?
Yes — the Rome Omnia Card includes a 72-hour unlimited public transport pass covering all ATAC vehicles in Rome — metro lines A, B, B1, and C, all city buses, and trams — from the moment of first validation on a transport reader. This removes the need to purchase individual metro or bus tickets throughout your 72-hour period, making it easy to move between the Vatican, the Colosseum, the Capitoline Hill, and other attractions across the city without additional transport cost. The public transport pass is activated separately from the attractions by validating the card on any metro gate or bus reader on your first journey.
Does the Rome Omnia Card include the hop-on hop-off bus?
Yes — the Omnia Card includes 72-hour unlimited access to three hop-on hop-off bus operators simultaneously — the Vatican and Rome Open Bus, Big Bus Roma, and City Sightseeing Roma — giving you the widest possible network coverage across the city's major tourist stops. Simply show your Omnia Card when boarding any of the three services and receive your paper receipt for use throughout the 72-hour period. The hop-on hop-off bus is an excellent way to use the first day of your Omnia Card for a complete city orientation before diving into individual attraction visits on subsequent days.
Is the Colosseum included in the Rome Omnia Card?
Yes — the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill can be selected as one of your two free attractions under the Roma Pass component of the Omnia Card, saving the full standard admission cost. Colosseum entry with the Omnia Card requires a timed reservation which must be made after collecting your physical card — either through the Vatican and Rome App, the ORP website, or at a Colosseum ticket office on the day. Note that the Colosseum Arena Floor and Underground sections are not included with the standard Roma Pass component and require separate upgrade tickets even with the Omnia Card.
What is the Mamertine Prison and is it included in the Rome Omnia Card?
The Mamertine Prison — also known as the Carcer Tullianum — is an ancient Roman underground prison located at the foot of the Capitoline Hill, adjacent to the Roman Forum, and is traditionally associated with the imprisonment of Saints Peter and Paul before their martyrdom. Entry to the Mamertine Prison with an audio guide is included in the Omnia Vatican Card component of the Rome Omnia Card at no additional charge. The prison features an innovative virtual audio guide available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese, and is one of the lesser-known but genuinely fascinating inclusions of the Rome Omnia Card.
How much can I save with the Rome Omnia Card compared to individual tickets?
The Rome Omnia Card can save visitors up to €45 or more compared to purchasing individual tickets for the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica audio guide, public transport, and hop-on hop-off bus access separately — with additional savings from the 30+ museum discounts on top. The saving is greatest for visitors who maximise the card by visiting both free attractions, using the hop-on hop-off bus daily, and taking advantage of the public transport pass throughout their 72-hour window. Booking through Thrillark saves an additional up to 19% on the standard Omnia Card rate, making it the best value entry point to Rome's most comprehensive sightseeing pass.
Can children use the Rome Omnia Card?
The Roma Pass component of the Omnia Card — which covers free attraction admissions, museum discounts, and public transport — is designed for adult travellers only, as children already qualify for free or heavily discounted entry at most Roma Pass attractions independently. The Omnia Vatican Card component can be used by all ages, and children's pricing is available at the time of purchase for the overall Omnia Card package. For families, the most cost-effective approach is to purchase the adult Omnia Card for parents and use the children's free and reduced admission entitlements directly at each attraction separately.
Do I need to book the Rome Omnia Card in advance?
Yes — advance booking is strongly recommended for the Rome Omnia Card, particularly during Rome's peak tourist season from April to October when Vatican Museums slots and Colosseum timed entries fill up weeks ahead. Booking through Thrillark saves up to 19% on the standard rate with instant confirmation and your purchase confirmation ready for collection at the ORP offices in Rome. Remember that collecting the card is only possible Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM — plan your Rome arrival day accordingly to ensure you can collect and activate your Omnia Card at the start of your stay.
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