The National Roman Museum ticket

The Crypta Balbi is one of the four sites of the National Roman Museum, and you usually visit it with a combined ticket that also covers the other three: Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, Palazzo Altemps and the Baths of Diocletian. Valid for several days, this single ticket gets you into all four sites on one admission (rates and validity are indicative, so check the official website). It's an excellent deal for anyone who loves history and archaeology.

Opening hours

The Crypta Balbi is generally open Tuesday to Sunday, straight through from morning to late afternoon; Monday is usually the closing day (hours are indicative, so check the official website). The ticket office typically closes an hour before the museum. Hours may change for special exhibitions or holidays.

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What's worth knowing

  • Combined ticket: one admission also gets you into Palazzo Massimo, Palazzo Altemps and the Baths of Diocletian.
  • Archaeological levels: some underground routes may only be accessible on a guided tour or at set times.
  • Skip Monday: it's usually the closing day.
  • Less crowded: the Crypta Balbi is one of the quieter sites, ideal for taking your time.

Tips for your visit

  • Make the most of the single ticket if you want to see more of the National Roman Museum's sites.
  • Check for guided tours of the underground archaeological levels.
  • Pair it with the center: it's a short walk from Largo Argentina, the Pantheon and Campo de' Fiori.
  • Confirm the hours on the official website before you go.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Crypta Balbi cost? You visit it with a ticket that's usually combined with the other sites of the National Roman Museum. Rates and validity are indicative: check the official website.

What does the ticket include? Typically admission to the Crypta Balbi, Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, Palazzo Altemps and the Baths of Diocletian, all on one ticket valid for several days.

What are the hours? Generally open Tuesday to Sunday, straight through; Monday is usually closed. The ticket office closes about an hour earlier. Check the official website.

Do I need to book? Usually not required, but the underground archaeological routes may call for a guided tour or a reservation. Check the official website.

Is the combined ticket worth it? Yes, if you also want to see Palazzo Massimo, Palazzo Altemps and the Baths of Diocletian: one ticket gets you into four major sites.

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Article #535 · Category: Practical · Updated: May 2026