We agree that this sounds very touristy, however a scenic "hop on, hop off" bus tour around Rome is the best way to explore this vast city. You can choose between several different routes, and hop-on/ hop-off wherever you want over a 24 hour period. This is one of the best value ways to see all of Rome's best areas and landmarks - essential for first-timers to Rome.
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