Bocca della Verità Disabled Access Rome | VemRent

The Monument

The Bocca della Verità disabled access Rome is a topic every visitor should research before arriving: the famous ancient marble mask is displayed in the portico of the medieval church of Santa Maria in Cosmedin, and knowing what to expect makes all the difference for travelers with mobility needs.

Accessibility & Visitor Information

The portico housing the marble mask is reached by climbing several steps.
Entry to the portico is by free-will donation; lines are common, especially in peak season.
The church behind the portico is a medieval structure with its own layout considerations.

Which aid we recommend for this visit

The steps of the portico require assistance with a wheelchair; consider whether the queue and the few steps make the visit worthwhile.

View recommended wheelchairs

Costs & Hours

Access to the portico is by free-will donation.

Open during daytime hours; schedule may vary.

Check the official website for up-to-date information

Getting There

How to Get There (Accessible Routes)

From Termini Station: Take Metro Line B to “Circo Massimo,” then approximately an 8-minute walk. Note that the surrounding streets are generally flat and manageable.

From Fiumicino / Ciampino Airports: Take the train or shuttle to Termini, then Metro Line B; alternatively, a door-to-door accessible transfer service is available.

From Civitavecchia (Cruise Port): Train to Rome and Metro Line B, or arrange a direct accessible transfer. For visitors starting from the cruise port, a private transfer is often the most practical option.

VemRent service

Accessible door-to-door transfer

We take you to and from the monument with no changes, with an equipped vehicle and dedicated staff: convenient from stations, airports and the port of Civitavecchia.

from € 105,00

Discover the accessible transfer

Accessibility concessions, routes and opening hours may change with the season, due to works or decisions by the managing body. Always check the up-to-date conditions on the official website before your visit.