Opening Hours
The Pantheon is open every day with the following hours:
- Monday–Saturday: 9:00–19:00
- Sunday: 9:00–18:00
- Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve: reduced hours (check the official website)
- Christmas Day (25 December) and New Year's Day (1 January): closed to the public
Last admission is permitted 30 minutes before closing.
Note: the Pantheon may close temporarily or alter its hours for religious celebrations, funerals or special events. Sunday Mass is held at 17:00 — during Mass, tourist access is suspended.
Tickets: Prices and How to Buy
From July 2023, the Pantheon introduced a paid admission ticket.
Full price: €5
Free admission applies to:
- Children and young people under 18
- Persons with disabilities and their accompanying carer
- Clergy with documentation
- Journalists with a press card
- Licensed tour guides (only when exercising their profession)
How to buy your ticket:
- Online: at the official website coopculture.it — recommended to avoid queues at the ticket office
- On site: at the ticket office located outside the Pantheon, on the left side of the pronaos
- Third-party apps: the ticket is also sold on some third-party platforms, often with a small surcharge
Mandatory booking? Advance booking is not currently required, but in high season it is advisable to avoid queues. Online booking secures access at your chosen time.
How Sunday Mass Works
The Pantheon is an active Catholic church. Sunday Mass is celebrated every Sunday at 17:00 (approximately 45 minutes). During Mass:
- Tourist access is suspended
- Worshippers attending Mass may enter free of charge
- The Pantheon is closed to general visitors roughly 15–20 minutes before the service begins
Masses on major feast days (Christmas, Easter, All Saints' Day, 13 May — the anniversary of the consecration) may result in earlier or extended closures.
How to Get to the Pantheon
The Pantheon stands in Piazza della Rotonda, in Rome's historic centre, within the Limited Traffic Zone (ZTL).
By Public Transport
Bus: the bus network is the most convenient way to arrive by public transport. The most useful lines are:
- Lines 40, 46, 64: direction Largo Argentina or Vittorio Emanuele II — alight at Largo di Torre Argentina, then 5 minutes on foot
- Lines 87, 492, 628: direction Corso del Rinascimento — alight at Senato, then 5 minutes on foot
- Line 116: electric bus running through the historic centre, stop close to the Rotonda
Metro: the nearest station is Spagna (Line A), about 25 minutes' walk. There is no underground station in the immediate vicinity of the Pantheon.
Tram: no tram lines run in the immediate vicinity.
On Foot
The Pantheon is within easy walking distance of many central sites:
- From Piazza Navona: 5 minutes on foot
- From Campo de' Fiori: 10 minutes on foot
- From Piazza di Spagna: 25 minutes on foot
- From the Colosseum: 35–40 minutes on foot
By Taxi
Taxis cannot enter Piazza della Rotonda. The zone is ZTL. Taxis stop near Via delle Botteghe Oscure, Largo Argentina or Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. From there it is approximately 5–10 minutes on foot.
By Private Car
Not recommended. The entire area is ZTL; electronic cameras record number plates. The nearest car parks are on Via della Conciliazione (some distance away) or Piazza dei Cinquecento (Termini, approximately 3 km). Driving into central Rome is strongly discouraged.
Services at the Pantheon
Cloakroom/left luggage: not available inside the Pantheon. Large baggage is not admitted. Private luggage storage facilities are available nearby (check Stasher or Radical Storage).
Audio guide: available for purchase at the ticket office. Multiple languages available.
Guided tours: licensed tour guides operate both independently (with private groups) and as part of organised tours departing from outside. Guides may enter free of charge in the exercise of their profession.
Accessibility: the Pantheon is wheelchair accessible. The floor is level; there are no steps at the main entrance (pronaos). Accessible toilets are not available inside.
Shop: a small shop selling publications and souvenirs is available inside.
Toilets: no public toilets are available inside the Pantheon. The nearest are in Piazza della Rotonda (fee payable).
Practical Tips
Best time to visit: early morning (opening at 9:00) or late afternoon (after 16:00 on weekdays). Peak hour is between 11:00 and 14:00, when queues can be significant.
How long to allow: a standard visit lasts 20–40 minutes. Those who want to observe the oculus light in its optimal position may wish to stay longer, particularly on sunny days.
Dress code: the Pantheon is an active place of worship. Shoulders and knees must be covered. If this requirement is not met, admission may be refused or wraps may be available to hire at the entrance.
Photography: photography is permitted for personal use. Tripods are not permitted without specific authorisation. Flash photography is not allowed during religious services.
Visit the Pantheon with a Private Driver
The Pantheon is fully within the limited traffic zone in Rome's historic centre. Private car access to Piazza della Rotonda is not possible.
Visit the Pantheon with a private driver: direct, comfortable arrival with no traffic or parking concerns. Service from €49. → Book your driver at myromedriver.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit the Pantheon for free? Under-18s enter free. For adults the ticket costs €5 (from July 2023). There are no reduced rates for students or senior citizens (only the categories listed above).
Is the Pantheon open on Christmas Day? No. The Pantheon is closed on 25 December and 1 January.
Do I need to book in advance? Booking is not compulsory, but in high season (April–October) it is recommended. Online booking is available at coopculture.it.
Is the Pantheon accessible with a pushchair? Yes. The floor is flat and there are no steps. The pronaos has low thresholds. Using the side entrance is advisable for pushchairs (more convenient access).
How long does a visit to the Pantheon take? On average 20–40 minutes. If you want to observe the oculus phenomenon with sunlight, on a sunny day the ideal window is 10:00–14:00.
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