Can You Book Pantheon Tickets for a Group of More Than 9 People?
Yes, you can bring a larger group to the Pantheon, but how you book depends on the group size and whether you’ll have a guide. Standard online booking has a per-account limit, and organised or guided groups follow separate arrangements. Here’s how to handle a group booking without surprises at the door.
Standard online booking and the per-account limit
Through the official portal, you can buy multiple tickets in one transaction up to a per-account cap — commonly up to 25 tickets per account. For a family or a group of friends visiting independently, that’s usually more than enough. Just remember that tickets are nominal, so you’ll need each person’s name as it appears on their ID.
Independent groups vs organised or guided groups
There’s an important distinction. A small, independent group can book just like individuals, with one person buying everyone’s named tickets. But larger groups, and any group visiting with a tour guide, typically fall under dedicated group arrangements with their own rules, which can be stricter than individual booking.
Booking for a large group: your options
- Book within the per-account cap (up to about 25 tickets) if your group fits.
- Use an operator that handles group reservations, which can simplify a large or guided booking.
- Contact the official ticketing service directly to confirm the current rules for your group size.
- Book a guided group tour, where the guide and arrangements are organised for you.
Nominal tickets and groups
Every ticket in the group is nominal and must carry the right person’s name. The simplest approach is to appoint one organiser to collect everyone’s full legal name, make the booking, and hold the tickets. Each member still needs to bring matching ID on the day.
Free-admission days and groups
On the first Sunday of each month and other free days, online booking isn’t available — every visitor, including groups, queues at the entrance for a free ticket. For a large group, that can mean a long wait, so a paid, pre-booked slot on another day is often far smoother.
School and educational groups
School and educational visits generally use special group arrangements. Some categories — such as teachers and students of relevant subjects like architecture or conservation of cultural heritage — may qualify for free or reduced entry with proof. If you’re organising a school visit, contact the official ticketing service to set it up correctly.
Tips for a smooth group visit
- Assign one organiser to book and hold the tickets and name details.
- Collect every member’s name exactly as on their ID — tickets are nominal.
- Travel light: large bags, backpacks and umbrellas aren’t allowed inside.
- Build in time for the entrance check, as staff may verify tickets and IDs.
- Brief the group that it’s a working church — keep noise down inside.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the maximum number of Pantheon tickets per booking?
Commonly up to 25 tickets per account on the official portal. Beyond that, you’d use multiple accounts or a dedicated group arrangement.
Can a tour guide bring a group in?
Guided groups use dedicated arrangements rather than standard individual booking. Licensed tour guides themselves are listed among the free-entry categories.
How do school groups visit the Pantheon?
Through group or educational arrangements. Contact the official ticketing service, and bring proof for any free or reduced categories.
Do groups get a discount?
There’s no general group discount. Certain categories enter free or reduced with proof, but the standard fare applies to everyone else.
For a large or guided group, appoint an organiser and book through a group-friendly route so everyone gets in smoothly.
Information current as of June 2026. The entry fee and ticket rules change periodically — verify before relying on them.