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Baths of Caracalla Guided Tour
From recreation to relaxation, ancient Roman style
Highlights
- Travel back in time to ancient Romans and see how they used to spend their free time.
- Discover the secrets of the Baths of Caracalla, named for Rome’s most bloodthirsty emperor.
- Explore the subterranean tunnels of the Baths of Caracalla where Romans performed sacred rites.
- Stroll the walkways amid towering ruins surrounded by stone pines and greenery.
- Marvel at the original Roman mosaic floors that once decorated the thermal baths.
What you'll do
This guided tour shows you one of the best preserved ruins in Rome: the Baths of Caracalla (or the Terme di Caracalla in Italian). You’ll learn the difference between the frigidarium and the tepidarium and even journey underground to discover ancient Roman religious rites.
We’ll enter the baths just as ... Read more
This guided tour shows you one of the best preserved ruins in Rome: the Baths of Caracalla (or the Terme di Caracalla in Italian). You’ll learn the difference between the frigidarium and the tepidarium and even journey underground to discover ancient Roman religious rites.
We’ll enter the baths just as the Romans did centuries ago and see part of the heating system that used to support the former caldarium. While passing by the remains of the old gym and the dressing room, listen to stories of how ancient Romans used to relax and meet new people, exactly where you’re standing now.
You’ll continue your visit in the subterranean tunnels of the thermal baths. Here, the Romans built a temple to the god Mithras, a mysterious deity known for his cult followers. This temple, called the mithraeum, reopened just a few years ago and is a must when you’re visiting Rome!
As our Baths of Caracalla Guided Tour comes to a close, you’ll return to the surface, where you can stay as long as you like and keep exploring the ruins on your own, even after the tour has finished.
Itinerary
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Thermal pools
The remains of all three baths, once hot, cold, and temperate
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The gym and dressing room
Two rooms originally connected with the swimming pools
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Subterranean galleries
Where you can glimpse machinery that powered the baths plus a vast Mithraeum cave mitreo.
Plan your trip
Entry ticket
Your quick entry ticket to the Baths of Caracalla is included.
Itinerary
The order of stops may vary during your one-of-a-kind guided tour.
Refund policy
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the entrance of the Baths of Caracalla, Viale delle Terme di Caracalla.
FAQs
How much walking is there?
This tour covers approximately 1 mile. If mobility is an issue, please arrange for a private tour.
What is the rescheduling policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 24 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
When should I get there?
Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.
Are gratuities included?
Tips aren’t included but are always appreciated by our guides. If you think your guide did an outstanding job, a tip is a great way to show that.
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