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- Visit the ancient spa complex of Caracalla in south Rome with priority entrance tickets.
- Built by emperor Septimius Severus in AD 206 and completed by his son the emperor Caracalla in 216, this bath complex is one of Rome’s most beautiful and luxurious.
- It was designed to have 1,600 bathers at any given point in time and continued to be in use until the 6th century.
- The spa was not only a place for bathing, sport, and health, but it was also a place of study and relaxation.
- There are three main bathing chambers: the Calidarium or the hot room, the Tepidarium or the lukewarm room, and the Frigidarium of the cold room.
- You'll also find several open-air swimming pools, as well as marble sculptures, mosaics, and other decorations.
- Today, summertime open-air performances of ballet and opera take place at the Baths of Caracalla.
- Visit the ancient spa complex of Caracalla in south Rome with priority entrance tickets.
- Built by emperor Septimius Severus in AD 206 and completed by his son the emperor Caracalla in 216, this bath complex is one of Rome’s most beautiful and luxurious.
- It was designed to have 1,600 bathers at any given point in time and continued to be in use until the 6th century.
- The spa was not only a place for bathing, sport, and health, but it was also a place of study and relaxation.
- There are three main bathing chambers: the Calidarium or the hot room, the Tepidarium or the lukewarm room, and the Frigidarium of the cold room.
- You'll also find several open-air swimming pools, as well as marble sculptures, mosaics, and other decorations.
- Today, summertime open-air performances of ballet and opera take place at the Baths of Caracalla.
Inclusions
- Priority entrance ticket to the Caracalla Baths
Price Breakup:
- Ticket: €8
- Booking Fee: €2
- Entry is free on the first Sun of every month.
- Visitors typically take about 1 to 2 hours to explore the site.
- It is recommended to dress appropriately at the attraction since it is a sacred site.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 12 months.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
- What better than a super-saver Explorer Pass that gives access to the iconic spots of Rome! Choose between 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions to visit.
- Save up to 47% on attraction tickets with one easy-to-download pass, making your Rome trip extra convenient.
- From the Vatican and Sistine Chapel to Trevi Foundation and the city’s famous catacombs, choose from 17 experiences to explore.
- Indulge in the city’s culture furthermore with cooking sessions, food tours, and traditional Italian concerts.
- The pass is valid for 60 days from the first use, allowing you to pace out your tour and visits.
- What better than a super-saver Explorer Pass that gives access to the iconic spots of Rome! Choose between 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions to visit.
- Save up to 47% on attraction tickets with one easy-to-download pass, making your Rome trip extra convenient.
- From the Vatican and Sistine Chapel to Trevi Foundation and the city’s famous catacombs, choose from 17 experiences to explore.
- Indulge in the city’s culture furthermore with cooking sessions, food tours, and traditional Italian concerts.
- The pass is valid for 60 days from the first use, allowing you to pace out your tour and visits.
Inclusions
- Choice of 2/3/4/5/6/7 of Rome's top activities
- Digital guidebook, map & attraction information
- Free luggage storage at several city-center locations
- Museums, zoos, attractions: Venice Square, Navona Square, Vatican City & more
- Get complete details here
- Please note, making reservations will NOT activate your pass. Your pass is only activated when you visit your first attraction.
- Certain attractions require prior bookings. For the complete list, please click here.
- You can only visit each attraction once with this pass.
- First, download the Go City App. Use your order confirmation number to add your pass to your phone. Once you visit your first attraction, your pass will be activated!
- Feeling old school? You can also print your pass at home using the link in your confirmation email. You can also show this version of your pass on your phone.
- Get access to pre-recorded commentary, suggested itineraries, a handy map, and more, available at your fingertips!
- Your pass is activated as soon as you visit your 1st attraction and is valid for the number of calendar days (not 24-hour periods) chosen over 2 weeks. For example, if you select a 3-day pass and visit an attraction on Monday afternoon, your pass is valid for the remainder of Monday and 2 additional days of your choosing over the next 2 weeks.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
- Explore Rome with the Roma Pass and Omnia Card and get free entry to landmarks, a 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour and discounted tickets.
- Save big with reserved entry to Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with access to the Spiral Staircase, Raphael Rooms, and the Papal Throne.
- Avail free entry to 2 of the city’s spots like the Colosseum and Palatine Hill, and more and enjoy a hop-on hop-off tour dotted with 12 central stops.
- Complimentary public transport access by bus, tram, metro, and overground trains ensures a seamless city experience too.
- After purchasing your pass online, reserve time slots for attractions and once arriving in Rome, pick your passes from collection centers.
- Explore Rome with the Roma Pass and Omnia Card and get free entry to landmarks, a 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour and discounted tickets.
- Save big with reserved entry to Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with access to the Spiral Staircase, Raphael Rooms, and the Papal Throne.
- Avail free entry to 2 of the city’s spots like the Colosseum and Palatine Hill, and more and enjoy a hop-on hop-off tour dotted with 12 central stops.
- Complimentary public transport access by bus, tram, metro, and overground trains ensures a seamless city experience too.
- After purchasing your pass online, reserve time slots for attractions and once arriving in Rome, pick your passes from collection centers.
Inclusions
- Validity: 72 hours
- 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour with 12 stops
- Free admission to 2 other attractions
- Museums, zoos, attractions:
- Museum of Rome, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, Colosseum & more
- Guidebook and city map
- Unlimited access to Rome’s metro, trams, buses & overground trains
- Get complete details here
Exclusions
- Tour guide
- Attractions not included in the list
- Transport to and from Fiumicino or Ciampino Airports
- First bus: 10am from Termini Station
- Last bus: 4pm from Termini Station
- Frequency: 90 mins
Check out the route map here.
- Tip: As the hop-on hop-off tour connects major spots in the city, check the route map and disembark wherever you want to.
- Each attraction can only be visited once.
- Some attractions may require pre-booking. Please visit individual attraction websites for this information as well as daily operating hours.
- Pre-booking a time slot to visit the Colosseum is mandatory. This can be done online (a charge of 2 EUR per person will be levied) via a call center.
- Pre-booking for the Colosseum at the Roman Forum/Palatine ticket offices on the day is free of charge (subject to availability).
- Secure your pass online and reserve time slots at the attractions you wish to visit.
- When you arrive in Rome, swing by one of our centrally-located collection centers to pick up your passes.
- Once you have your passes in hand, which are valid for 72 hours, explore all the top attractions and enjoy hop-on hop-off tours and free access to public transport like buses, trams, metros and trains.
- The pass is valid for 12 months from the day of purchase.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 24 months.
- These tickets are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase.
- Explore the city of Rome with this convenient 48/72-hour Roma Pass, offering discounted tickets, skip-the-line access, free public transport, and more.
- Get free access to the first museum or monument you visit like the Vatican Museums, Pantheon, and National Roman Museum.
- Enjoy discounted prices and special offers for exhibitions, free bus, tram, and train services, and skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum and Castel Sant’Angelo.
- Upgrade your ticket to the 72-hour pass and get free access to the first two archaeological sites/museums/experiences.
- The Roma Card can be collected at any tourist office in the attractions or in the airport and is validated upon first use at any attraction and public transport.
- Explore the city of Rome with this convenient 48/72-hour Roma Pass, offering discounted tickets, skip-the-line access, free public transport, and more.
- Get free access to the first museum or monument you visit like the Vatican Museums, Pantheon, and National Roman Museum.
- Enjoy discounted prices and special offers for exhibitions, free bus, tram, and train services, and skip-the-line entry to the Colosseum and Castel Sant’Angelo.
- Upgrade your ticket to the 72-hour pass and get free access to the first two archaeological sites/museums/experiences.
- The Roma Card can be collected at any tourist office in the attractions or in the airport and is validated upon first use at any attraction and public transport.
Inclusions
- Validity: 48/72-hour
- Access to the city’s public transport network
- Museums, zoos, attractions: Colosseum, Castel Sant’Angelo, Borghese Gallery & more
- Free access to toilet services of P.Stop network
- Free access to the first 1 or 2 museums/archaeological sites/experiences (depending on ticket option selected)
- Tip: If you wish to visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine, and the Borghese Gallery, it is highly recommended to book at least 10 days in advance.
- The pass is valid for 6 months from the date of purchase.
- The pass must be activated on the first journey on public transport even if it has been already activated at the first entrance to a museum.
- At the national museums and archaeological sites (Coliseum included) on the first Sunday of the month, admission is free for all.
- To visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Borghese Gallery, reservations are mandatory. Please check the link in your ticket voucher post-booking to reserve your slots for these sites.
- The Roma Pass Guide is not included with the 48-hour pass.
- Once you complete your purchase, you will receive a voucher confirming your Roma Pass. You will then have to collect the Roma Pass from one of Rome’s Tourist Information Point.
- Along with the voucher, you will also get a map of Rome featuring the most interesting sites in Rome, all the Tourist Information Points, metro, and buses. Also, find the Roma Pass Guide a comprehensive guide to all participating museums and sites for the 72-hour pass.
- The card is valid for 48 or 72 hours from the first use, at the first museum entry or when the first journey on public transport is taken.
- With the 48-hour pass, only the first museum/site visited will be free while the remaining will have discounted ticket prices. Please apply to the ticket office for a concession from the 2nd site onwards.
- With the 72-hour pass, only the first 2 museums visited will be free. Please apply to the ticket office for a concession from the 3rd site onwards.
- Before activation, the pass will be valid for 8 months from the date of purchase.
- These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 12 April, 2025.
- These tickets are valid until 12 April, 2025.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): QC Terme Roma + Baths of Caracalla Priority Entrance Tickets
from €79
€75.05
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- Get the best value with this combo ticket that gives you access to a relaxing wellness experience at QC Terme Roma and historical exploration at the Baths of Caracalla.
- Indulge in the tranquility of QC Terme Roma, a 5-star wellness resort nestled in a serene natural park, offering thermal baths, infinity pools, and relaxing loungers.
- Enjoy luxuries of QC Terme Roma like evening aperitif under old trees, robes, and slippers for comfort, with the flexibility of choosing day or evening pass.
- Experience the ancient world with priority access to the Baths of Caracalla, one of the best-preserved examples of an ancient Roman spa complex.
- Explore the historically significant sections of the Baths of Caracalla which include the Calidarium, the Tepidarium, and the Frigidarium, adorned with marble sculptures and mosaics.
- Get the best value with this combo ticket that gives you access to a relaxing wellness experience at QC Terme Roma and historical exploration at the Baths of Caracalla.
- Indulge in the tranquility of QC Terme Roma, a 5-star wellness resort nestled in a serene natural park, offering thermal baths, infinity pools, and relaxing loungers.
- Enjoy luxuries of QC Terme Roma like evening aperitif under old trees, robes, and slippers for comfort, with the flexibility of choosing day or evening pass.
- Experience the ancient world with priority access to the Baths of Caracalla, one of the best-preserved examples of an ancient Roman spa complex.
- Explore the historically significant sections of the Baths of Caracalla which include the Calidarium, the Tepidarium, and the Frigidarium, adorned with marble sculptures and mosaics.
Inclusions
QC Terme Roma
- Full-day entry ticket for QC Terme Roma (optional)
- Towel
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Evening aperitif
- Escape 5-hour entry ticket for QC Terme Roma (optional)
- Evening entry ticket for QC Terme Roma (optional)
Baths of Caracalla
- Priority entrance ticket to the Caracalla Baths
Exclusions
QC Terme Roma
- Treatments and massages
- Lunch
QC Terme Roma’
- Tip: Engage with the hydro-massage features in the pool - it's almost like getting a free massage!
- Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: food and beverages, alcohol.
- Pregnant women and children under the age of 14 are not permitted to enter the wellness center.
Baths of Caracalla
- Tip: Each section of the bath tells a different story, make sure to explore them all.
- Visitors typically take about 1 to 2 hours to explore the site.
- It is recommended to dress appropriately at the attraction since it is a sacred site.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Why Visit Baths of Caracalla
- The baths of Caracalla are the best-preserved ancient building from the Roman era.
- You can discover all about the thermal baths found along the ancient Appian Way and how it was the second-largest public bath that accommodated close to 1600 bathers in Rome.
- Learn the significance of each of the three bathing rooms and what each one was used for.
- Get awestruck by the amazing works of art, right from frescoes to sculptures to mosaics, done on the Baths of Caracalla.
Your Baths of Caracalla Ticket Explained
Priority Entrance Tickets to Baths of Caracalla
- Get access to the ancient spa complex of Caracalla in south Rome with priority entrance tickets.
- The Baths of Caracalla is one of Rome's most striking landmark attractions that was built by emperor Septimius Severus in AD 206 and completed by his son the emperor Caracalla in 216.
- It was designed to have 1,600 bathers at any given point in time and continued to be in use until the 6th century.
Discounted Tickets: Children aged 18 and under, as well as EU citizens aged 18-26, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
Book Tickets to Baths of CaracallaThings to See at Baths of Caracalla
Explore one of the largest public baths of Ancient Europe on your tours of the Baths of Caracalla. Learn a lot about the site from art historians and discover what are those things to see at the Baths of Caracalla.
The Central Bathhouse
- There are three parts of Rome's Baths of Caracalla. The central part is called the Caldarium and is the hottest room in the bath.
- The room present right next to Frigidarium is called Tepidarium and was a place of medium heat. Decorated with marbles and mosaics, this room can be seen today, minus the water. This space provided a more relaxing experience.
- The cold room, otherwise known as Frigidarium is a large one that features four baths under a vaulted ceiling. The space was often used to conduct meetings and was made completely out of marble.
Works of Art
- The Baths of Caracalla is a famous attraction in all of Rome and is well known for its lavish frescoes, sculptures, and mosaics, all of which the remains can still be very well visible to the naked eye.
- One of the most known mosaics is present in the Vatican Museums, a series that depict famous gladiators.
- Usually in ancient Rome, black and white mosaic patterns were used in the area associated with water, and hence there are examples of the particular style that can be seen on the floors out here at the Baths.
Open-air Swimming Pool
- The Romans would often visit an Olympic-sized swimming pool, known as the natatio, which is situated at the northeast end of the structure.
- In its heyday, the swimming region was surrounded by high walls and large columns of ornamental statues.
- While entering the pool area, you get to see two large entrances which are carefully curated off grey and red granite columns surmounted by a marble lintel.
Ballet and Opera Performances
- During summers, the baths team up with Teatro dell’opera and use the area to create a special performance for the public.
- Numerous musicians and singers from across can be seen performing at the Baths of Caracalla, which can be enjoyed thoroughly during evenings.
- The Baths are in itself a venue that is used for concerts and has been a host to many world-famous artists.
Plan Your Visit to Baths of Caracalla
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Address: Viale delle Terme di Caracalla 52, Rome
- By Metro: The closest station is Circo Massimo (Line B)
- By Bus: There are two bus routes that are present within the walking distance of the Baths – 760 and 628
- The Baths of Caracalla in ancient Rome has three fundamental bathing rooms.
- The bathing rooms consisted of the frigidarium (cold pool), the tepidarium (lukewarm pool), and the caldarium (hot pool).
- The Baths of Caracalla Rome is wheelchair accessible.
- The space is equipped with parking for people with a specific badge; there are toilets for the same.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baths of Caracalla Tickets
What are the Baths of Caracalla?
The Baths of Caracalla in Rome is the city’s second largest public baths and were built during the reigns of emperors Septimus Severus and Caracalla. Here, you get an insight into the archaeological structure, its various characteristics, that is, what were the various bathing rooms used for, the various works of art, the features of the pool and so much more.
Where can I buy Baths of Caracalla tickets?
All visitors to the Baths of Caracalla have to book their tickets in advance online. When you book, you can choose a slot as per your convenience. You must also carry a vaccination certificate at the time of visit.
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What was the Thermae of Caracalla used for?
The Thermae of Caracalla was designed for public bathing, to conduct social activity that was off to a high degree of sophistication by the Romans, and also for relaxation.
Why were the Baths of Caracalla important?
The Baths were a place to relax, socially network, exercise and were casually an important part of Roman lifestyle. Known to be the most splendorous complexes and was once densely populated with impressive works of art. There were public baths established within the gymnasium complexes for relaxation.
Are the Baths of Caracalla still standing?
The Baths are still standing till date, just that today only the brick walls and large collapsed vaults are to be seen. Although, the splendour of the Baths of Caracalla is still cherished till date.
How big are the Baths of Caracalla?
The Baths of Caracalla covered an area of 27 acres and could allow 1600 people at a time. This would help in having plenty of company.
What is characteristic of the Baths of Caracalla?
The Baths of Caracalla were built to accommodate around 1600 bathers at a time and could fit up to 8000 people per day. The enormous complex was designed using 6.9 million bricks with marbles and granite. The baths were more of a leisure centre than a series of baths. The complex also offered a space for talking walks, exercising, studying etc.
Who built the Caracalla baths?
Baths of Caracalla, otherwise known as Terme Di Caracalla in Italian, was built by the emperor Septimius Severus in AD 206 and was further completed by his son, emperor Caracalla in 216.