Plan your visit

Planning Your Visit

The Capuchin Crypt is located in central Rome. It requires modest clothing and about 45 minutes of your time.

Capuchin Crypt

Via Vittorio Veneto 27, 00187 Rome

GPS 41.9047, 12.4882

Open directions

Getting there

Getting to Via Vittorio Veneto.

How	Time	Cost	Notes
Train: Take Metro Line A to Barberini station, which is about a 5-minute walk to the church entrance.	5 minutes	€1.50 per metro ride	Barberini is the closest station and very convenient for reaching Via Vittorio Veneto.
Bus: Take bus routes 52, 53, 61, 63, 80, or 83 to Piazza Barberini, then walk up Via Vittorio Veneto.	5-10 minutes	€1.50 per bus ticket	Many central bus lines converge at Piazza Barberini.
Walk: Easily reachable on foot from major central landmarks like the Trevi Fountain or the Spanish Steps.	10-15 minutes	Free	A very scenic walk through the historic center of Rome.
Tour: Join a guided 'Crypts and Catacombs' tour that includes a guide and dedicated minibus transportation.	3-4 hours total	€60-€90	Great way to combine this site with the Catacombs on the Appian Way without navigating transit.

When to go

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The crypt is open daily year-round. It is closed on major holidays like Easter, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for walking around Rome.

What to bring

Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees to comply with the strict church dress code.
A lightweight scarf or shawl to quickly throw over bare shoulders in the summer.
Comfortable walking shoes suitable for exploring Rome's historic center.
Valid photo ID or passport, which is required if claiming a reduced ticket rate.
Small purse or crossbody bag, as large backpacks are strictly prohibited and must be locked up.
A reusable water bottle (food and other drinks are not allowed).
Cash or a credit card to pay for the entrance fee or any onsite paper cover-ups if needed.
Wired headphones if you prefer to use your own with the provided audio guide devices.

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Arrive at least 15 minutes before your timed ticket slot.

Late arrivals risk being turned away.

How the day runs

How to fit the crypt into your day.

A short self-guided visit focused on the museum and crypt.

09:30
Arrival
Exit Barberini Metro station and walk up Via Vittorio Veneto.
09:45
Museum
View the history exhibits and Caravaggio's painting.
10:05
The Crypts
Walk through the six bone-decorated chapels in silence.
10:30
Departure
Retrieve any stored bags from the lockers and continue your day.

Important Rules

You must follow the Dress Code Rules. Shoulders and knees must be covered. If you wear shorts or a tank top, you will be denied entry or forced to buy a paper cover-up.

Photography is strictly prohibited inside the crypts. You must also leave large bags and backpacks in the free lockers near the entrance.

Easiest way to do it

Three skeletal figures in monk habits displayed against walls elaborately decorated with human bones.

Capuchin Crypts Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

1 h 4.5 (63)

Access to the bone-decorated chapels and contextual displays
Audio guide in multiple languages
Independent, self-guided visit inside the crypts and museum spaces
Entry ticket to the Capuchin Crypts valued at €10.00

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Planning questions

How long does it take to visit the Capuchin Crypt?

A typical visit takes around 30 to 45 minutes. This gives you enough time to see both the museum and the underground chapels.

Can you take photos in the Capuchin Crypt?

No. Photography and videography are strictly prohibited anywhere inside the crypt to respect the burial site.

What is the closest metro to the Capuchin Crypt?

The closest metro station is Barberini on Line A. It is about a 5-minute walk from the station to the church entrance.