The Baths of Caracalla are the finest example of great Roman baths and were one of the biggest thermae complexes in antiquity.
Strong walls, an immaculate state of conservation and new virtual technologies: a perfect blend that will capture your hearts.
HISTORY
Ordered by Emperor Septimius Severus but opened by his son Caracalla in 216 A.D., the baths have a rectangular layout, typical of the “great Imperial baths”, consisting of a central body, which was accessed by four main doors on the north-eastern side, and functional spaces (swimming pools, gymnasiums, changing rooms) arranged symmetrically along a single axis.
Between 1824 and the 1990s systematic excavation work uncovered the true beauty of the complex, which today catches the eye for its mighty walls that in some sections are over 30 metres high.
Between 1938 and 1993 the area of the calidarium (hot water swimming pool) was used for the summer opera seasons of the Teatro dell’Opera. The Baths reopened their doors to classical music in 2001 with the construction of a temporary and removable stage located away from its original structures in complete respect for the monument.
VISITING THE BATHS
Today, thanks to an innovative project promoted by the Soprintendenza Speciale of Rome and CoopCulture, you can put on a visor and completely immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Baths, getting a virtual taste of what it was like around 2,000 years ago.
A visit to the Baths of Caracalla is an amazing experience. Savour the atmosphere of this ancient place of relaxation, sport and study. Find out how to book a visit.
Services
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Visits
for individuals by reservation
available in Italian
temporarily suspended -
Visits
for groups by reservation
available in Italian, English
temporarily suspended -
Didactics for schools
by reservation edu@coopculture.it
available in Italian, English
temporarily suspended - Audioguide
- Bookshop
Additional Info
Buy entrance tickets online, at the ticket office of the site or at the ticket office of the Arco di Tito
Where
Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, 52 - Roma
Transportation
BY METRO
The closest metro station Circo Massimo (line B)
BY BUS
The following bus routes pass within walking distance of the Baths: 760 and 628
Visiting Rules
- Green Pass required from August 6, 2021 to access the site
From August 6th the access to the site is allowed only to persons holding one of the Covid19 Green Pass certifications together with a valid identity document, with reference to the current government provisions in order to cope with the epidemiological emergency from Covid19.
COVID-19 Green Certification is not required for children under 12 years of age and those exempt on the basis of appropriate medical certification.
If you do not have a Green Pass and a valid identity document, you will not be able to access the Parco area sites and your ticket will not be refunded.
Find out more - Admissions are subject to restrictions.
- The route is preceded and accompanied by information signs and disinfectant dispensers.
- A thermoscanner has been installed at the entrance controlled by the Control Room.
- The route, one-way and with a different exit from the entrance (from the Pool), is illustrated by a plan that will be downloaded by the visitor at the time of ticket purchase.
Download the plan
