Rome does not require every visitor to buy a dedicated rechargeable tourist card. A validated ticket or supported contactless payment can cover ordinary urban travel, while time-based travel passes may suit a busier itinerary.
A Roma 24/48/72-hour transport ticket and Roma Pass sightseeing card are different purchases. Work out the transit journeys first, then consider museums separately so you do not pay twice for the same transport benefit.
Where to buy and add credit
Use ATAC machines, authorised sales points or supported ticket apps. If paying directly with a bank card, look for the Tap & Go symbol. Check which service you are boarding before assuming an urban ticket also covers an airport journey.
How to use it
Validate each required journey and use the same card or device consistently with Tap & Go. Keep a paper ticket until the end of the trip. A BIT allows travel within its time rules, but metro entry has additional restrictions; it is not unlimited repeated metro entry.
Fares, card costs and what they mean
ATAC lists the BIT at €1.50 for 100 minutes and urban passes at €8.50 for 24 hours, €15 for 48 hours and €22 for 72 hours. These are transport products, not museum passes. Check the current operator table before purchase.
Prices and terms checked on 9 September 2026. The linked operator tariff is the reference for your travel date.
Choose by your actual journeys
A Roma 24/48/72-hour transport ticket and Roma Pass sightseeing card are different purchases. Work out the transit journeys first, then consider museums separately so you do not pay twice for the same transport benefit.
| Your plan | What to compare |
|---|---|
| One or two journeys | The ordinary fare against any card purchase cost. |
| Several days of travel | Stored value, eligible transfers and the relevant time-based pass. |
| Airport or regional outing | Its own fare and any explicit exclusions from a city product. |
Avoid buying the same benefit twice
Use BIT for an eligible journey only within its validation rules; its time window is not a promise of unlimited Metro entries. Compare a day pass with your expected paid journeys after allowing for walking. Add the airport journey separately until you have confirmed its fare coverage.
BIT tickets and Tap & Go: common questions
Where can I buy transport tickets or a card in Rome?
Use ATAC machines, authorised sales points or supported ticket apps. If paying directly with a bank card, look for the Tap & Go symbol. Check which service you are boarding before assuming an urban ticket also covers an airport journey.
How do I validate my Rome transport fare?
Validate each required journey and use the same card or device consistently with Tap & Go. Keep a paper ticket until the end of the trip. A BIT allows travel within its time rules, but metro entry has additional restrictions; it is not unlimited repeated metro entry.
What should I check before choosing BIT tickets and Tap & Go?
A Roma 24/48/72-hour transport ticket and Roma Pass sightseeing card are different purchases. Work out the transit journeys first, then consider museums separately so you do not pay twice for the same transport benefit.
Written for planning, with official visitor information linked where relevant. Suggested routes and time allowances are editorial recommendations. Check current entry rules, opening notices and ticket conditions before booking. Read how we prepare and update our guides.
