Free Entry

Access to the Basilica di Sant'Agostino is free, as in most churches in Rome. No ticket or booking is needed to admire Caravaggio's Madonna of the Pilgrims, Raffaello's Prophet Isaiah and Sansovino's Madonna del Parto (Madonna of Childbirth). You're simply asked to dress respectfully (shoulders and knees covered) and to respect any service in progress.

Opening Hours

The church is generally open every day, often with a midday break (hours are indicative, check on site or on the official website). Times can change for services, especially on Sundays. To take in the artworks at your own pace, avoid Mass times and the lunch break.

Lighting Up the Caravaggio

As in other Roman churches with masterpieces, Caravaggio's Madonna of the Pilgrims is often fitted with a coin-operated lighting system: a small offering switches on the lights for a few minutes, revealing the painting's contrasts and details. Keep a few coins handy.

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Tips for Your Visit

  • Bring coins: to light up Caravaggio's Madonna of the Pilgrims.
  • Avoid the lunch break: many churches close in the middle of the day.
  • Pair it with San Luigi dei Francesi: a few steps away, with three more Caravaggios.
  • Dress respectfully: shoulders and knees covered.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to enter Sant'Agostino? Entry is free: no ticket is needed to see the masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raffaello and Sansovino. You only need coins to light up the Caravaggio.

What are the church's hours? It's generally open every day, often with a midday break. Hours vary for services; check on site or on the official website.

Do I need to book? No, entry is free and no booking is required, since it's a church.

How do you light up the Caravaggio? With a coin-operated system in front of the chapel: a small offering switches on the lights for a few minutes over the Madonna of the Pilgrims.

When is the best time to visit? In the morning or afternoon, avoiding Mass times and the lunch break, so you can admire the works at your own pace.

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Article #408 · Category: Practical · Updated: May 2026