Walk legendary racetrack at Circus Maximus
Rome, Italy • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
16°C – 28°C, warm and mostly dry with long sunny days, high crowds, peak season
16°C – 28°C, warm and mostly dry with long sunny days, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Mostly flat open park with paths; accessible for most mobility needs.
Mostly flat open park with paths; accessible for most mobility needs.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry but VR tour cost may impact value.
Free entry but VR tour cost may impact value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Stroll
Couples enjoyed the expansive park for a romantic, historical walk together.
Historical Setting
Visitors felt the setting was perfect for imagining the past, a shared experience.
Easy Access
Couples found the metro access convenient for a quick visit to the site.
Lacks Shade
Travelers noted the lack of shade made it less enjoyable on hot days.
Requires Imagination
Some couples felt the site needed more to fully appreciate without the VR tour.
Limited Amenities
Visitors wished for more facilities within the park for comfort and convenience.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
-
Tuesday
09:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Wednesday
09:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Thursday
09:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Friday
09:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Saturday
09:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Sunday
09:30 AM - 07:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
4-13°C
Chilly and wet, with frequent rainfall and occasional fog.
Chilly and wet, with frequent rainfall and occasional fog.
Open
Open as a public park; holiday events may cause minor restrictions. No ticket required.
Open as a public park; holiday events may cause minor restrictions. No ticket required.
Not recommended
December is cold and damp, with limited daylight. Only recommended for those comfortable with winter weather and seeking quiet.
December is cold and damp, with limited daylight. Only recommended for those comfortable with winter weather and seeking quiet.
January
LOW
3-12°C
Cool and damp, with occasional rain showers and overcast skies.
Cool and damp, with occasional rain showers and overcast skies.
Open
None; the site is a public park and accessible year-round except during special events.
None; the site is a public park and accessible year-round except during special events.
Not recommended
Circus Maximus is open, but January's cool, wet weather and shorter daylight hours may make visits less pleasant. Few crowds, and all transport and accessibility remain normal.
Circus Maximus is open, but January's cool, wet weather and shorter daylight hours may make visits less pleasant. Few crowds, and all transport and accessibility remain normal.
February
LOW
4-14°C
Cool with steady rainfall and variable skies. Occasional sunny days.
Cool with steady rainfall and variable skies. Occasional sunny days.
Open
None; always accessible unless a special event is scheduled.
None; always accessible unless a special event is scheduled.
Not recommended
February is quiet, with cool, often wet weather. The site is open, and public transport including the Circo Massimo metro remains fully operational.
February is quiet, with cool, often wet weather. The site is open, and public transport including the Circo Massimo metro remains fully operational.
March
MEDIUM
6-17°C
Mild temperatures, more sunshine, but still some rainy days.
Mild temperatures, more sunshine, but still some rainy days.
Open
None; access may be limited during large public events.
None; access may be limited during large public events.
Recommended
March offers improving weather and longer days, making it a good time to visit Circus Maximus. Crowds are manageable and all city services operate as usual.
March offers improving weather and longer days, making it a good time to visit Circus Maximus. Crowds are manageable and all city services operate as usual.
How to get there
Metro
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required