How Much Does a Pantheon Ticket Cost and What’s Included in the Price?
A standard adult ticket to the Pantheon in Rome costs €5 until 30 June 2026 and rises to €7 from 1 July 2026. EU citizens aged 18 to 25 pay a reduced €2, and several groups enter free. The price is set by your ticket’s entry date, so a visit on or after 1 July costs €7 even if you book in June. For such a famous monument, that’s still one of the best-value tickets in Rome.
The current Pantheon ticket prices at a glance
Since paid entry was introduced in July 2023, the Pantheon has settled into a small, predictable set of ticket categories. Here is what each visitor pays:
- Full adult ticket: €5 until 30 June 2026, then €7 from 1 July 2026.
- Reduced ticket (€2): EU citizens aged 18–25 inclusive. Citizens of Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and a few other countries in the same age band are also commonly eligible — bring ID.
- Free — under 18s: everyone under 18, regardless of nationality (a free ticket is still required).
- Free — Rome residents: residents of the Comune di Roma, with proof of residence.
- Free — accessibility: visitors with disabilities and their accompanying carer.
- Free for everyone — first Sunday of the month: no online booking; you queue on the day.
If you book a reduced or free ticket, carry the matching proof (ID, age, residence). Without it, staff can refuse the discounted rate at the door.
Why the Pantheon now charges admission
For most of its history the Pantheon was free to enter — it is, after all, a working Catholic church, officially the Basilica of Santa Maria ad Martyres. But it is also one of Rome’s most visited monuments, drawing roughly nine million people a year. The €5 fee introduced in 2023 was designed to manage that flow and contribute to the building’s upkeep. The increase to €7 in July 2026 keeps the Pantheon affordable while channelling more resources into cultural and heritage funding.
What the base ticket includes
The standard ticket covers exactly one thing: self-guided entry to the rotunda during your chosen time slot. Once inside, there is no time limit — you can stay as long as you like. With your ticket you can:
- Walk beneath the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome.
- Look up at the oculus, the open circle at the top of the dome, 43 metres above the floor.
- See the tomb of the Renaissance painter Raphael, and the tombs of Italy’s first kings.
- Admire the original bronze doors and the marble-clad interior at your own pace.
What the base ticket does not include
Three things commonly catch visitors out. The base ticket does not include:
- An audio guide — sold separately or as part of a package.
- A live guided tour with an expert guide.
- Coverage by the Roma Pass or Omnia Card — the Pantheon is not part of those circuits.
There is also no official “skip-the-line” ticket. Booking online lets you skip the ticket-purchase queue, but you are still expected to arrive within your chosen time slot. Some operators add a host or meet-and-greet service that smooths entry, but that is a paid extra, not an official fast-track.
Is the Pantheon ticket worth it?
Compared with Rome’s other headline sights, €5–€7 is excellent value. The Colosseum costs around €18, the Borghese Gallery around €20, and the Vatican Museums around €17 plus a booking fee. For a 2,000-year-old monument in near-perfect condition, the Pantheon remains one of the cheapest major attractions in the city — and one of the most rewarding.
Should you pay more for a package with extras?
If you’d rather not wrestle with the official ticketing system, operator packages bundle the entry ticket with extras such as an official audio guide or a guided tour. You’ll pay more than the bare €5–€7 fee, but you gain a smoother, English-language checkout, customer support, and a richer visit. The right choice depends on what you want: a quick self-guided walk-through, or a guided experience that explains what you’re looking at.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Pantheon still free to enter?
No. Since July 2023 there is a paid entry ticket. It remains free only for specific categories — under 18s, Rome residents, visitors with disabilities and their carer, worshippers attending Mass — and for everyone on the first Sunday of each month.
How much will a Pantheon ticket cost in summer 2026?
From 1 July 2026 the full adult ticket is €7. The €2 reduced rate for EU citizens aged 18–25 and the free categories remain unchanged.
Is the audio guide included in the ticket price?
No. The base ticket is entry only. An audio guide is a separate purchase, or part of an operator package.
Can I use the Roma Pass or Omnia Card for the Pantheon?
No. The Pantheon is not included in either pass, so you need a separate ticket.
Ready to plan your visit? Choose the ticket or package that matches the experience you want, and book your preferred time slot before you arrive.
Information current as of June 2026. The entry fee and ticket rules change periodically — verify before relying on them.