All opening times day by day, exceptional closures and the perfect time to visit without the crowds. Updated and verified.
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| Day | Opens | Closes | Last Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00 | 19:00 | 18:30 |
| Tuesday | 9:00 | 19:00 | 18:30 |
| Wednesday | 9:00 | 19:00 | 18:30 |
| Thursday | 9:00 | 19:00 | 18:30 |
| Friday | 9:00 | 19:00 | 18:30 |
| Saturday | 9:00 | 19:00 | 18:30 |
| Sunday | 9:00 | 18:00 | 17:30 |
Hours from the official website of the Ministry of Culture. May vary for special events or religious services.
| Date | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January | Closed | New Year's Day |
| 1 May | Reduced hours | Check specific opening times |
| 15 August | Morning open, afternoon closed | Ferragosto (Italian national holiday) |
| 25 December | Closed | Christmas Day |
| 26 December | Open | Normal hours |
| Easter | Modified hours | Morning religious services |
Extraordinary closures may occur due to restoration work, institutional events or security reasons. Always verify before your visit.
After hundreds of visits, I have identified the best time windows. They are not the same for everyone — it depends on what you are looking for.
| Crowd Level | When | Estimated Wait |
|---|---|---|
| ⚫ Low | Mon–Fri, 9:00–10:00 | 0–10 min |
| ⚫ Low | Mon–Fri, 17:00–18:30 | 0–10 min |
| ⚫ Moderate | Mon–Fri, 10:00–11:00 | 10–20 min |
| ⚫ Moderate | Saturday morning | 15–25 min |
| ⚫ High | Every day, 11:00–15:00 | 30–60 min |
| ⚫ High | Sunday, public holiday weekends | 30–60+ min |
If you want to enjoy the Pantheon at your own pace, with space to sit on a bench and admire the dome: Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon, after 16:00, in the low season (November–February). You will have the space almost to yourself.
The time I recommend to everyone is Tuesday at 9:00 in winter. I know, it's not the most convenient time for a tourist, but it is the most beautiful. Golden light, silence, cold outside and 2,000 years of history surrounding you. Treat yourself to a coffee in the square afterwards — the bar on the corner makes an excellent espresso.
— Editorial Team, PanteonGuide.roma.it
Tourist numbers reach their highest from Easter to the end of October. During this period:
The best period to visit. Short or non-existent queues, more room inside, evocative winter light. The only downside: shorter days mean less time after your visit to explore the surroundings in natural light.
Yes. The Pantheon is open every day of the week, including Mondays. Hours: 9:00–19:00.
To avoid crowds: 9:00–10:00 or after 17:00 on weekdays. For the best light: 9:00–9:30 (morning beam) or noon (sun at its zenith through the oculus).
It does not close entirely, but tourist access may be restricted during religious services. Masses are held mainly on Sundays and public holidays. During those times you may enter as a worshipper, but it is not appropriate to behave as a tourist (taking photos, talking loudly).
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing (18:30 Mon–Sat, 17:30 Sunday). There are no regular evening openings, but special night events are occasionally organised. The exterior piazza is beautiful in the evening too, when it is lit up.
Generally open in the morning and closed in the afternoon. Exact hours can vary from year to year. Check the official Ministry of Culture website before your visit.