The Pantheon is a landmark in central Rome, at Piazza della Rotonda, and a practical day trip from the Vatican area. From Da Augusto, it is about 1.8 km away; you can plan around its daily opening hours, ticket requirements and nearby bus and Metro connections.
- Location: Piazza della Rotonda, Rome
- Typical hours: daily, 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; last individual admission at 6:30 p.m.
- Full-price entry: €7.00; reduced entry: €2.00 for eligible EU citizens aged 18 through 25
How do you get to the Pantheon from the Vatican area?
The Pantheon is in central Rome, and public transport can bring you to stops within walking distance. The nearest Metro stop listed by the official visitor information is Barberini on Line A, about 700 metres from the Pantheon.
Buses 30, 40, 62, 64, 81, 87 and 492 go to Largo di Torre Argentina, about 400 metres away. If you’re planning to use the Metro during your stay, the guide to using Ottaviano station covers another useful connection in the area.
What are the Pantheon ticket and entry rules?
Most visitors need a ticket, and admission uses named tickets checked against an identity document. The full-price ticket costs €7.00; EU citizens aged 18 through 25 can buy a reduced ticket for €2.00.
Admission is free for visitors under 18, residents of the Municipality of Rome and everyone on the first Sunday of each month. Licensed tourist guides also enter free with proof of license.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 9:00–19:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Buy official tickets through the Musei Italiani website or app, at the Pantheon ticket office, or at the automatic ticket machines on site. The visiting calendar is set monthly, with tickets released in the middle of the preceding month. On free-admission days, online reservations are unavailable; collect a free, non-nominal ticket by joining the entrance queue.
Bring the original ticket and an identity document: entry can be refused if the name on the ticket does not match. A one-hour guided tour is offered, and the audio tour is available in 11 languages.
Visitors with disabilities or reduced mobility can use the external ramp on the Via della Minerva side. Shoulders must be covered; very short shorts or skirts, excessively low-cut clothing and transparent garments are not permitted. Food, drinks and smoking are prohibited inside. Pets are not allowed, except guide dogs and certified service animals for documented medical needs.
What can you see around Piazza della Rotonda?
Piazza della Rotonda is the Pantheon’s setting and address, so it gives you a natural place to orient yourself before or after entry.
The surrounding historic streets make it easy to continue exploring this part of central Rome on foot, while Largo di Torre Argentina is a nearby transport point about 400 metres from the Pantheon. For a Vatican-area itinerary, you can pair the Pantheon with a Vatican-to-centre route through Rome.
When should you plan your Pantheon visit?
The Pantheon is generally open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Individual visitors must enter by 6:30 p.m., and the ticket office closes at 6:00 p.m. It is closed on December 25 and January 1 unless a special opening is announced.
Hours can change during religious celebrations, and ticket sales stop one hour before liturgical activities begin. During Mass, entry is free for worship: Mass takes place at 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays and the days before holidays, and at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays and holidays. Check the official site before you go; the visitor information is provided by Musei Italiani.
FAQs
Where is the Pantheon in Rome?
It is at Piazza della Rotonda in central Rome.
Can you buy Pantheon tickets at the entrance?
Yes. Tickets are sold at the Pantheon ticket office and at on-site automatic ticket machines, as well as through the Musei Italiani website or app.
Is there a free day at the Pantheon?
Admission is free for everyone on the first Sunday of each month. Online reservations are unavailable on free-admission days; visitors queue at the entrance for a free ticket.