Free attractions with the Rome Tourist Card
Discover Rome with the Rome Tourist Card: Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica - all included with the Rome Tourist Card!
With the Rome Tourist Card, you can secure admission to some of Rome's most popular sights - easily and conveniently in advance. During the booking process, you select the attractions you want to visit and receive a separate ticket for each one by email. This saves you time on site and allows you to experience highlights such as the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel or St. Peter's Basilica in a relaxed and flexible way. You can find an overview of all the sights included here.
Colosseum
The Colosseum is the largest ancient amphitheater in the world and an absolute must-see on any visit to Rome. Gladiators once fought here in front of tens of thousands of spectators, today you can stroll through the huge arches and marvel at the impressive architecture.
With the Rome Tourist Card you get a ticket with a reserved time slot - a great advantage, as the available dates sell out quickly, especially in the high season.
Your Colosseum ticket is also valid for visits to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill within 24 hours.
Plan your visit as early in the day as possible to avoid the crowds and bring plenty of water - especially in the summer months.
Forum Romanun
The Roman Forum was the political, economic and religious center of ancient Rome. Temples, triumphal arches and public buildings once stood here, to which impressive ruins still bear witness today.
A walk through the Forum is like a journey into the past - between the columns and foundations you can easily imagine how life once pulsated here.
With your Rome Tourist Card ticket, you can visit the Roman Forum on the same day as the Colosseum and Palatine Hill.
It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes as the terrain is uneven. Tip: Download an audio guide in advance or use the app provided to find out more about the history behind the ruins.
Palatine
The Palatine Hill is considered the cradle of Rome - according to legend, Romulus and Remus were raised here by a she-wolf. Later, the Palatine became the preferred residential area of the Roman emperors, who had magnificent palaces built here.
Today you can enjoy the remains of these residences as well as impressive views over the Roman Forum and the Colosseum.
Access is included in the Rome Tourist Card combined ticket and can be perfectly combined with a visit to the Forum.
As the hill offers little shade in places, a visit in the morning or late afternoon is recommended.
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Vatican Museums
The Vatican Museums are home to one of the most important art collections in the world. Works by masters such as Raphael, Caravaggio and Leonardo da Vinci await you in more than 20 rooms and galleries.
Particularly impressive are the Gallery of Maps, the Raphael Stanzas and the inner courtyard with the famous pine cone sculpture.
With the Rome Tourist Card you receive a ticket with a fixed time slot for the Vatican Museums. Allow plenty of time - the tour of the museums usually takes two to three hours.
It is advisable to start as early in the day as possible, as it can get very crowded later on. Shoulders and knees should be covered as you are on church grounds.
Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel is the heart of the Vatican Museums and is world-famous for Michelangelo's ceiling frescoes and the "Last Judgement" above the altar. It is located at the end of the museum tour and is the crowning glory for many visitors.
With the Rome Tourist Card you can secure access - in combination with your visit to the Vatican Museums. Photography is not permitted in the chapel and there is a respectful silence. To fully appreciate the frescoes, it is worth learning more about the imagery and details in advance or with an audio guide.
Make sure you dress appropriately here too, as the chapel is a sacred place. Early booking is strongly recommended as the chapel attracts thousands of visitors every day.
Castel Sant'Angelo
Castel Sant'Angelo, originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian, became a fortress, a refuge for popes and finally a museum over the centuries.
Today you can stroll through the impressive corridors, papal chambers and weapons collections. From the roof, you have one of the most beautiful views of Rome and St. Peter's Basilica.
Castel Sant'Angelo can often be booked with the Rome Tourist Card as an additional option or as part of a combined ticket. As the ascent involves many stairs, the visit is only suitable to a limited extent for travelers with limited mobility.
It's best to visit the castle in the late afternoon - then the light is particularly good for photos and the crowds are smaller.
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is one of the largest and most important churches in the world and the spiritual center of Catholicism.
Entry to the cathedral itself is free, but with the Rome Tourist Card you can book additional services - such as an audio tour or access to the dome. The interior impresses with its enormous dimensions, magnificent altars and the famous Pietà by Michelangelo.
Those who dare to climb up to the dome are rewarded with a breathtaking view over Rome. It is usually at its quietest early in the morning, making it ideal for a relaxed visit.
Please note the dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, otherwise you will be refused entry. Waiting times at the security check can be significantly reduced with reserved access.
Pantheon
The Pantheon is one of the best-preserved buildings of ancient Rome and impresses with its huge dome, which remains an architectural masterpiece to this day.
Originally built as a temple for all the gods, the Pantheon now serves as a church and burial place for important personalities such as Raphael.
Since 2023, admission has been subject to a charge - you can book your time slot ticket directly with the Rome Tourist Card.
The interior is cool and quiet, a pleasant break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Particularly worth seeing: the opening (oculus) in the middle of the dome, through which daylight enters.
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