Crypta Balbi
Venue of the Museo Nazionale Romano that tells, through excavation, the history of a city block in central Rome from antiquity to the Middle Ages.
Have only individual sections read aloud
About the museum
The Crypta Balbi museum documents the history of a city block in central Rome, reconstructed through archaeological excavation, study of the remains and archive documents. The site is presented as one of the first museums to arise from planned research and contributed to the birth of urban archaeology.
The visit is divided into two parts: the museum, which displays the finds from the excavations, and the archaeological structures visible within the block. It is part of the Museo Nazionale Romano together with the venues Terme di Diocleziano, Palazzo Massimo and Palazzo Altemps.
The venue is currently closed for works.
Highlights
- History of a Roman city block from antiquity to the Middle Ages
- Archaeological structures visible within the block
- Pioneering example of urban archaeology
Permanent exhibition
- Il museo e le strutture archeologiche – Account of the history of the block through excavation materials and archaeological structures (venue closed for works).
- Operated by
- Ministero della Cultura (Museo Nazionale Romano)
- Visitors per year
- approx. 25,196
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €15 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | €2European Union citizens aged 18 to 25 |
| Children & teens | –Free admission under the conditions laid down by law. |
| “Musei in rete” ticket (holders of partner cards) | €10 |
| Aula Ottagona only | €5 |
| MNR Card (one year from first use) | €30Reduced €20. |
Free admission: First Sunday of the month; in 2026 also 2 June and 1 and 4 November.
The single ticket (€15) is valid for all venues of the Museo Nazionale Romano, with one admission per venue within a week of first use. Tickets bought through official channels are non-refundable.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Lifts and accessible toilets; free wheelchairs and seating in every room of the Museo Nazionale Romano. Free tactile visits for blind visitors, by booking with the Educational Service.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
A breastfeeding room is available.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
Pushchairs can be left at the cloakroom or the ticket office.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
|---|---|
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Educational Service: mn-rm.servizioeducativo@cultura.gov.it. |
