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Caracalla Baths Private Guided Tour Experience

Private 2-hour tour of the Baths of Caracalla with guided access to ruins, tunnels, domed octagons, mosaics

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 2 hours
Service animals welcome

On a private tour of the Baths of Caracalla, you'll explore one of Rome’s largest and best-preserved ancient spa complexes. As you move through the archaeological ruins, an expert guide will explain the baths’ history, how much water was used and the three bathing sections of different temperatures. Along the way you may picture what it was like in Roman times, when more than 3,000 people could use the public baths at once. You’ll admire the surviving 30-metre-high walls and the striking architectural elements, including domed octagons, porticoes and vaulted rooms.

The underground tunnels beneath the baths are now open, and you’ll descend to see the spaces where slaves would have filled the huge ovens that heated the complex. Although many sculptures and treasures have been removed, large fragments of mosaic remain in place and add to the sense of the site’s former splendour. The tour focuses on the physical layout, engineering and daily life of the baths, giving context to the impressive ruins you will see.

Why Visit

  • Private tour with expert guide
  • Underground tunnels showing where slaves fed the huge ovens
  • 30-meter high walls, domed octagons and vaulted rooms
  • Large fragments of original mosaics still visible
  • Three distinct bathing sections with commentary on historical water usage

What's included

  • Expert guide

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Snacks
    • Private transport
    • Lunch

    Accessibility

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Accessible to strollers
    • Service animals welcome
    • Public transit links nearby

    Tour available in your selected language

    English
    Italian

    Additional information

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Private Tours of Rome

    Location

    Departure point

    Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, Roma
    Meet your guide at the Ticket Entrance. They will be holding up a sign with your name on it.

    End point

    Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, Roma

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