The comparison at a glance
| Offer | What is included | Good to know | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official ticket (museums' website) | Permanent collections | Fare varies with the exhibition; free for Rome residents | Visitors who already know their date |
| Tiqets entry ticket (box on this page) | Entry and temporary exhibition | Free cancellation up to 5 hours before; free up to age 5 | Booking ahead with room to change |
| Capitolini Card | Capitoline Museums and Centrale Montemartini, 7 days | Official fare, to check | Two sites in one week |
What the visit holds
The Capitoline Museums call themselves the world's oldest: opened by Pope Clement XII in 1734, they hold the she-wolf of Romulus and Remus and overlook the Roman Forum. The equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius is displayed inside, with a copy in the square. Allow 2 to 3 hours. Only small bags are accepted, no food or drink, and children aged 0 to 5 enter free but must pick up a ticket at the desk.
Official ticket, Tiqets or Capitolini Card?
The official site shows the day's fare and also sells the Capitolini Card, valid 7 days for the Capitoline Museums and the Centrale Montemartini (a former power station turned ancient-sculpture museum, €11 full and €6.50 reduced in October 2026 for that site alone). The Tiqets ticket does not replace the card: it lets you fix a date with flexible cancellation. The card is worth it if you also visit the Centrale Montemartini.
Do you need a guided visit?
The rooms are rich but lightly explained. A guided visit helps if you want to understand the Forum seen from above; otherwise the audio guide is enough. To link the Capitoline to the Forum and Colosseum, this guided tour passes right next door.
Pitfalls and tips
- 1 November: free, so very busy; arrive at opening.
- Public holidays: hours may change, see the Capitoline Museums page.
- Choosing a museum: compare with which museum to choose in Rome.
- Other bookings: which tickets to book in Rome.
Which offer to choose
- A fixed date, need for flexibility: the Tiqets ticket.
- Two sites in a week: the Capitolini Card.
- Sunday 1 November: free entry, at opening.
FAQ
Are the Capitoline Museums free? Only on certain days, such as 1 November 2026, and for Rome residents.
What are the hours? Daily 9:30am to 7:30pm according to the Tiqets offer read in October 2026.
How long should I allow? 2 to 3 hours.
Can I cancel? Yes, up to 5 hours before with the Tiqets ticket.
