Address at a glance
| Address | Viale delle Terme di Caracalla, 52 — 00153 Rome |
| Neighbourhood | Rione XXI San Saba (Municipality I) |
| GPS coordinates | 41.8789° N, 12.4924° E |
| Metro | Circus Maximus (Line B) – 600 m |
| Bus | 118, 160, 628, 671 stop outside |
| From Colosseum | 15 min walk (1.1 km) |
Official address from the portal turismoroma.it.
The exact address and what to expect on arrival
The Baths of Caracalla are located in Rome at Viale delle Terme di Caracalla 52, in the San Saba neighbourhood (Municipality Rome I). The archaeological area occupies an entire urban block between Viale Aventino, Viale Guido Baccelli and Via Antoniana. The visitor entrance is clearly signposted with a large gate and covered ticket office.
The avenue bearing the monument's name runs just over 700 metres and connects Piazza di Porta Capena (near Circus Maximus) to Piazzale Numa Pompilio. Along the way you'll see centuries-old pines and sections of the Aurelian walls: don't confuse them with the baths, which lie behind a dedicated perimeter wall.
How to get there by public transport
By metro
The key stop is Circus Maximus on Line B. From there it's 600 metres on foot (8–10 minutes), all level ground. Exit towards Viale Aventino, then follow Viale delle Terme di Caracalla south-east. You'll see the perimeter wall on the right, then the entrance.
From Termini Station the journey is straightforward: Line A to Termini, change to Line B direction Laurentina, get off at Circus Maximus. Total time 12–15 minutes, cost €1.50.
By bus
ATAC lines with stops directly outside the entrance or within 100 metres:
- 118: connects the Catacombs of San Callisto to the Colosseum, passing Caracalla
- 160: from Piazza Venezia to Tintoretto, stops at Porta Capena
- 628: from Piazzale Clodio crosses the Aventine to Caracalla
- 671: useful line from the Aventine and Testaccio
A single ticket (BIT) costs €1.50 and is valid for 100 minutes on buses and metro.
By tram
No tram line runs directly past the Baths. The nearest stop is Tram 3 at Porta San Paolo/Piramide, from which it's a 15-minute walk. Useful if you're coming from Trastevere or Verano.
By train
Roma Ostiense Station is 1.3 km away (15 min on foot through the Testaccio neighbourhood). From Termini, metro B gets you there in 8 minutes.
How to get there on foot: recommended routes
From the Colosseum (1.1 km, 15 minutes)
Exit the Colosseum metro or the monument itself, take Via dei Fori Imperiali towards Piazza Venezia, but at the first roundabout turn left onto Via di San Gregorio. Skirt the side of the Palatine, pass Circus Maximus (on your right) and continue straight. The avenue changes name to Viale delle Terme di Caracalla — the entrance is 400 metres past the traffic light.
From Piazza Venezia (1.8 km, 25 minutes)
Via dei Cerchi runs the entire length of Circus Maximus. At the end, cross Piazza di Porta Capena: the Baths entrance is directly ahead, slightly to the right.
From the Aventine (Orange Garden, 1 km, 15 minutes)
Descend via di Santa Sabina, cross Viale Aventino and take Via Antoniana. You'll emerge right beside the Baths.
From Termini (2.8 km, 35 minutes)
Metro is preferable. On foot: Via Cavour, Via dei Fori Imperiali, Via di San Gregorio. An interesting route but long; in summer heat not recommended.
By taxi, car or scooter
Taxi
A standard ride from central Rome costs between €10 and €15. From Termini about €12, from the Vatican €18–22. Show the driver the address "Viale delle Terme di Caracalla 52" or the coordinates. Taxis can stop right outside the entrance, away from the pedestrian ZTL.
By private car
Not recommended. The entire city centre is a ZTL during peak hours. Public car parks with blue lines are scarce and usually full. The dedicated parking guide explains your limited options: Piramide car park 800 m away, Park Termini with metro access.
By scooter or motorbike
A convenient option. Motorcycle bays are plentiful around the ticket office. Note: helmets cannot be taken into the archaeological area — secure them well.
Bike sharing
Lime and Dott stations nearest are at Piazza di Porta Capena and on the Aventine. Minimal slope, ideal for pedalling.
Useful local landmarks
- Circus Maximus: 600 metres to the north
- FAO Palace: opposite the Baths, a white 1950s building
- Aurelian Walls (Porta San Sebastiano): 1 km south, towards the Appian Way
- Pyramid of Cestius: 1.3 km west, in the Testaccio neighbourhood
- Stadio dei Marmi: no connection, don't confuse with the ancient cubiculum
Where to eat and drink nearby
The area around the Baths is residential-institutional: ministries, FAO headquarters, historic villas. Don't expect pizza bars every hundred metres. For a proper meal, head towards Testaccio (15 minutes) or the Aventine. For quick bites, here are your most reliable options within 500 metres:
- Coffee / pastry: two historic bars on Via Latina and Viale Aventino open from 07:00
- Quick lunch: neighbourhood trattorias in San Saba, classic Roman dishes, around €15 average
- Ice cream: Aventine and Testaccio have good artisan gelaterie (particularly around Via Marmorata)
- Picnic: Circus Maximus grounds are permitted. You cannot eat inside the archaeological site.
Accessibility and arrival for people with disabilities
The pavement on Viale delle Terme di Caracalla is wide and level. Bus stops 118/160 have ramps for wheelchairs. The site entrance has an access ramp and a tactile map for visually impaired visitors. The nearest disabled car park is in Largo Domenico Lupi.
For travellers with small children, a changing table is available in the public toilets inside the site.
Frequently asked questions about the Baths of Caracalla location
- Are the Baths of Caracalla in central Rome?
- Yes, in Municipality I, less than 1 km from Circus Maximus and 1.5 km from the Colosseum. Technically in the San Saba neighbourhood.
- How far from Termini?
- 2.8 km as the crow flies, reachable by metro B in 8 minutes (no change needed if you take Line B directly).
- Can I walk from Termini Station?
- Yes, in 35 minutes via Cavour and Fori Imperiali, but metro is normally better.
- Are the Baths on the Appian Way?
- No, but they're an ideal starting point: the Appian Way begins 1 km south, beyond Porta San Sebastiano.
- Is there a secondary entrance?
- The visitor entrance is one only, on Viale delle Terme di Caracalla. The Viale Guido Baccelli entrance is for special events and Summer Opera Season.
Book in advance to skip queues
Once you arrive on site, you'll notice the physical ticket office can have 20–30 minute queues in peak season. With your digital ticket, you enter directly at the turnstile.