How do you get around at night in Rome?

Rome has a 20 line fleet of night buses that run from 00:30 am until 05:30 am. The main stations that Rome's night buses run from are Piazza dei Cinquecento and Piazza Venezia. You can expect to see buses leaving from there every 30 minutes. An owl marks the location of night bus stops.



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Most people do not encounter any problems walking around Rome at night, and in comparison to other popular cities around the globe, this one is relatively safe. If you want to avoid having anything stolen, pay no attention to anyone approaching you or asking you a question, and keep your distance as much as possible.

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Rome subway stations are marked with red M signs like the one shown in the image below. Trains operate between 5:30 am until 23:30 (11:30 pm) from Sunday till Friday. On Saturdays, the system closes at 00:30 (12:30 am).

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Here are our top tips for surviving the overnight bus.
  1. Arrive early. Unless you've managed to get your hands on a ticket with a designated seat number, it's worth arriving at the bus station early. ...
  2. Keep your valuables close. ...
  3. Wrap up. ...
  4. Bring snacks. ...
  5. Beware the late-night stop. ...
  6. Pack earplugs. ...
  7. Bring something to do. ...
  8. Use your GPS.


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Taxis are a great resource in Rome. While not cheap, they are excellent to get from the airport to your hotel easily, fantastic to get home safely at night and a great way to get around if you have small kids or mobility issues. They are also an excellent alternative to using public transport in Rome at night.

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Many discerning travellers across the globe have discovered that the best time to visit a city's top attractions is at night, and these people are warmly rewarded in Rome with some of the most exclusive tours on the market taking place after hours.

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Rome is a walkable city and most of its top attractions are close together in car free zones. One of the best ways to explore Rome is on an orientation city tour, as part of a guided holiday, with an expert local guide.

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Rome has perfectly safe, clean, and pleasant drinkable tap water. Furthermore, it is a city that will surely never leave you thirsty since it has thousands of drinking fountains to stop for a sip or refill your water bottle while exploring this beautiful ancient city.

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The only way to visit the Colosseum in the evening is via a guided tour, so you will have a group and a guide with you during your experience. That being said, there are simply so few people around compared to during the day that you can't help but revel in the lack of crowds.

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Rome is a safe place, 10pm is certainly not late, most people are still out eating dinner at that time and there are many tourists about.

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Save money Not only is the sleeper bus service usually affordable, but it's also usually cheaper than driving, hopping on a plane or taking a train. It's also a great way to save money on accommodation. You'll save the price of a hotel every time you hop on an overnight sleeper bus… Not a small feat!

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But don't fear, here are some useful tips in sleeping on a bus for a safe and comfortable travel.
  1. Make Yourself Comfortable. ...
  2. Wear Layers. ...
  3. Bring Medication. ...
  4. Stay Hydrated and Bring Snacks. ...
  5. Listen to Music. ...
  6. Pick the Right Seat. ...
  7. Invest in a Good Bus.


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Rome bus, tram & Metro fares & tickets Tickets for both the bus system and Metro can be purchased from tobacconists, bars, or vending machines at Metro stations and major bus stops. On both buses and metro there is a flat fare, whether you go one stop or to the end of the line.

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Yes, Uber works well in Rome. The service is quite similar to what you'll find in other cities around the world. It offers the convenience of app-facilitated booking, upfront fare estimates, and multiple vehicle options. However, there are restrictions on Uber's operations in Rome.

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