Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità)
Skip it unless this is central to the trip.
Short answer
Is Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità) worth it?
Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità) is easy to leave out.
The answer depends on your budget, time and travel style; the breakdown below shows who gets the most value.
The famous carved stone face that 'bites liars', in a church portico.
How to do it right
- 01
Early to avoid the photo queue; opening hours follow the church portico.
- 02
Free entry with a €2 suggested donation.
- 03
In the portico of Santa Maria in Cosmedin, a short walk from Circo Massimo (Metro B).
- 04
Step-free approach into the portico.
Is it a fit?
Think twice if
You're watching the budget
Save the money. Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità) does not return enough for the price.
You only have one day
Leave Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità) for a longer trip.
You're traveling with kids
With kids, skip Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità).
You're traveling as a couple
As a couple, skip Mouth of Truth (Bocca della Verità).
Plan it well
- Cost
- Free (€2 suggested donation)
- Timing
- Early to avoid the photo queue; opening hours follow the church portico.
- Booking
- Free entry with a €2 suggested donation.
- Allow
- 10–20 min
- Accessibility
- Step-free approach into the portico.
- Getting there
- In the portico of Santa Maria in Cosmedin, a short walk from Circo Massimo (Metro B).
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