Free things to do in Rome
14 places in Rome you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free landmarks & monuments in Rome
- Villa dei Quintili1092 Via Appia NuovaMon–Fri 09:00-18:00 · Sat 09:00-14:00
- Villa di Podere Anna
- Osteria di Centocelle
- Tomba di Septimia Galla
- Tor di Mezzavia di Frascati
- Villa dei Sette Bassi
- Villa delle Vignacce
- Villa Metro Anagnina
- Villa Romana - Via Pollenza
- CIL 06, 09545
- Ninfeo Bella Cenci
- Torre Selce
Free parks & viewpoints in Rome
- Parco Giovanni Palatucci
- Riserva Naturale della Marcigliana
When museums in Italy open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in Rome
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in Rome, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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Sources: Places & entry fee: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked