Updated in September 2026, this Trevi Fountain guide covers ticket prices, opening hours, parking, transport, accessibility and what to see.
The Trevi Fountain is a Baroque fountain in the historic centre of Rome, Italy. Since 2 February 2026, non-residents pay a €2 ticket to enter the close-up area beside the water. The piazza view remains free. Many older guides still describe unrestricted access. Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official Trevi Fountain website in September 2026, when this guide was last updated.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Close-up area 9am–10pm daily (Mon and Fri from 11:30am); last entry 9pm; piazza view free at all times |
| Ticket prices | €2 for non-residents; free for Rome residents, under-6s and others (see below) |
| Address | Piazza di Trevi, 00187 Rome (ticket office on Via della Stamperia) |
| Nearest transport/parking | Barberini (Metro line A), about 5 minutes on foot; no parking, as the area is a limited traffic zone |
| Typical time needed | 15–30 minutes |
The Trevi Fountain opening hours
The close-up area opens Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 10pm. On Mondays and Fridays it opens at 11:30am. Last entry is at 9pm every day.
On selected Mondays, entry starts at 2pm instead. The official dates are 28 September, 12 and 26 October, 9 and 23 November, 7 and 21 December 2026. No seasonal changes are published. After 10pm, the fountain stays visible for free from the piazza.
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The Trevi Fountain ticket prices
A ticket costs €2 for visitors who are not residents of Rome or its Metropolitan City. It gives access to the inner perimeter of the fountain. The ticket applies every day, including the first Sunday of the month.
Entry is free for residents (with ID), children under 6, people with disabilities and one companion, licensed tour guides and Roma MIC Card holders. Pre-bought tickets have no fixed date or time. They are non-refundable. The official site lists no tourist pass that includes the basin.
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official website and last updated in September 2026. Book online or check the official site.
Why book the Roma Pass for your visit?
- Free entry to top attractions: Enjoy complimentary admission to many of Rome’s leading museums and archaeological sites with a Roma Pass.
- Public transport included: Use buses, trams and the metro across the city without needing separate tickets throughout the pass validity.
- Flexible duration options: Choose between 48-hour or 72-hour passes to suit how long you’re exploring Rome’s sights.
- Skip-the-line entry: Access select sites faster with priority or skip-the-line benefits where available.
- Cost-effective sightseeing: Save money compared with buying individual tickets, especially if you plan to visit several museums and landmarks.
How to get to the Trevi Fountain
The fountain stands in Piazza di Trevi, in Rome’s Trevi district, close to Via del Corso.
The nearest station is Barberini on Metro line A, about 5 minutes on foot. Cavour (line B) is about 15 minutes away. Buses 118, 190F, 30, 46 and 60 stop near Piazza Barberini and Piazza Venezia. Bicycles are not allowed in the fountain area.
Parking at the Trevi Fountain
There is no parking at the fountain. The area lies inside Rome’s limited traffic zone (ZTL).
The official site advises parking outside the ZTL and continuing on foot or by public transport. Check the ZTL hours before driving into the centre.
How long to spend at the Trevi Fountain
Most visitors spend 15 to 30 minutes at the fountain.
Access is limited to roughly 400 people at a time, so queues can add time at busy hours. Add a further 10 minutes if you buy a ticket at the entrance.
Accessibility at the Trevi Fountain
There are steps to reach the inner perimeter of the fountain.
Strollers can be left at the access control point, but no custody service is provided. There are no toilets or cloakroom facilities. People with disabilities and one companion enter free.
Inside the Trevi Fountain
The fountain is the terminal display of the Aqua Virgo aqueduct, built in 19 BC. It is the only ancient Roman aqueduct in continuous use to the present day.
The current design is by Nicola Salvi and was built between 1732 and 1762. Pope Clement XII launched a design competition in 1732. Giuseppe Pannini completed the work after Salvi’s death.
The fountain is shaped like a triumphal arch set against the façade of Palazzo Poli. A statue of Oceanus stands in the central niche, riding a shell-shaped chariot.
Two sea horses pull the chariot, one wild and one calm. Two tritons guide them. Reliefs and allegorical figures above refer to the history of the aqueduct.
Visitors traditionally toss a coin over the shoulder into the basin. The coin toss is the only object-throwing the rules permit.
The fountain was restored in 2014–2015 with funding from Fendi. Maintenance on the lower stonework took place from October to December 2024.
Practical visitor tips
| Focus | Tip |
|---|---|
| Timing | Arrive at 9am on a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday or Sunday for the earliest access. |
| Crowds | The city reports around 30,000 visitors a day, with peaks near 70,000, so early or late slots are quieter. |
| Layout | Enter from Via della Stamperia and leave by the side gate on Via dei Crociferi. |
| Entry process | Visitors with a pre-bought or free ticket use a dedicated line; others queue to buy one, by card only. |
| On-site logistics | Do not eat, drink, smoke or sit on the basin edge. Fines start at €40. Wading brings fines from €450. |
Frequently asked questions about the Trevi Fountain
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the Trevi Fountain suitable for children? | Yes. Children under 6 enter free, but there are steps and crowds. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for the Trevi Fountain? | No. You can buy at the entrance by card only, or online in advance. |
| Is the Trevi Fountain open on Sundays? | Yes. The close-up area opens 9am to 10pm on Sundays, and the €2 ticket still applies. |
| Do you have to pay to see the Trevi Fountain? | No. The fountain is free to view from the piazza. The ticket covers the inner perimeter only. |
| Are dogs allowed at the Trevi Fountain? | Dogs must be in a carrier or on a leash with a muzzle. |
Things to do near the Trevi Fountain
- Spanish Steps — a famous 18th-century staircase, about a 10–12 minute walk away.
- Pantheon — the ancient Roman temple with its open oculus, about a 12-minute walk away.
- Piazza Barberini and the Triton Fountain — Bernini’s fountain, about a 5–8 minute walk away.
- Quirinal Palace — the presidential residence on the Quirinal Hill, about a 5-minute walk away.
- Piazza Venezia — the square beside the Vittoriano monument, about a 10-minute walk away.
Alternative attractions
- Fountain of the Four Rivers, Piazza Navona — about 20 minutes away in Rome, Bernini’s Baroque fountain.
- Villa d’Este, Tivoli — about 1 hour away, a UNESCO-listed garden with hundreds of fountains.
- Fontana dell’Acqua Paola, Janiculum Hill — about 25 minutes away, a monumental fountain with city views.
- Villa Lante, Bagnaia — about 1 hour 30 minutes away, a Renaissance garden built around water.
- Royal Palace of Caserta — about 2 hours 15 minutes away, with a long cascade and formal gardens.
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- Plan your visit to the Borghese Gallery.
