Baths of Caracalla Tickets, Rome

Yes, booking the Baths of Caracalla tickets allows you to explore the interiors of the ancient structure. The prominent structures inside the Baths of Caracalla include:

·     Caldarium: Known as the hot baths, the Caldarium was an ancient sauna with seven large pools of hot water with steam rising from the hollowed bricks that lined the walls.

·     Frigidarium: With four cold baths, Frigidarium rested on eight massive columns and is believed to have had decorative fountains, pools, sculptures and marble floors.

·     Tepidarium: This room had a double pool with water at tepid temperatures, and had minimal adornments as compared to the Caldarium and Frigidarium.

·     Natatio: This stunning open-air swimming pool has dimensions similar to Olympic swimming pools, with high walls and massive granite columns and sculptures surrounding it. The pool also had bronze mirrors to redirect sunlight into the water and keep it warm.

A typical visit to the Baths of Caracalla lasts for approximately two hours. The main complex covers a vast expanse and has several structures like the swimming pool, caldarium, tepidarium, frigidarium and much more as well as lush green grounds. Thus, it is ideal to have a minimum of two hours allotted to this iconic antiquity structure on your travel itinerary. You are, however, welcome to spend more time at the attraction and explore the hidden nook’s of the Baths as the structure is open throughout the daytime hours. It is recommended that you visit a few hours before closing time to ensure you have a relaxed tour.

Yes, you are permitted to click photographs inside the Baths of Caracalla. You are welcome to bring along your phones and cameras and click photographs in all sections of the ancient structure. However, you need to keep in mind that flash photography and videography, along with the use of tripods, are prohibited on the Baths premises. While flash photography can cause harm to the structure, tripods would hamper the tour experience of your fellow visitors. However, if you need the photographs for professional or commercial purposes, you are requested to contact the Baths of Caracalla authorities to seek official permission.

No, there are no age restrictions on visiting the Baths of Caracalla. Visitors aged eighteen and above have separate tickets as compared to visitors aged 0-17 years. It is advised that children are accompanied by an adult supervisor to explain the intricacies of the attraction’s ancient past and guide them through the vast expanse of the heritage structure.

No, food and beverages of any kind are not allowed on Baths of Caracalla premises. The heritage site does not have a cafe or restaurant on the premises either to enforce the no-food rule as it helps protect the Baths from vandalism and unhygienic conditions. However, you can find plenty of dining options outside the Baths of Caracalla catering to varied tastes and dietary preferences. It is highly recommended that you consume a light meal and drink enough water before you visit the attraction as a lot of walking around under the sun is involved in the tour of Baths of Caracalla.

There is no strict dress code for visiting Baths of Caracalla. However, you are expected to wear appropriate clothing as it is a sacred site. It is highly recommended that you carry sunglasses and sunscreen to protect yourself from the heat and wear comfortable clothes and shoes that would help you in walking around for a long period.