Giolitti is Rome's grand historic gelateria near the Pantheon, open since 1900 and beloved despite the crowds. Pay at the register first, then hand your receipt to the counter and pick your flavors. Reliably excellent classics, open daily until very late. Touristy but the gelato earns its reputation.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon 07:30-24:00 Tue 07:30-24:00 Wed 07:30-24:00 Thu 07:30-24:00 Fri 07:30-01:30 Sat 07:30-01:30 Sun 07:30-24:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Buses 30, 70, 81, 87 to Rinascimento; short walk from Pantheon |
| Time needed | 20-30 minutes |
| Best time to go | Late morning or after dinner; avoid the 15:00-18:00 crush |
| Last verified | July 15, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.5/10- Value7.5
- iconic7.5
- Freshness9.3
- excellence7.5
- Crowd level5.0
- Authenticity7.8
- Accessibility8.0
Frequently asked questions
- Is there seating?
- There's a grand sit-down cafe area where you can be served at a table for a higher price, plus the takeaway counter. For gelato on the go, use the counter. The table service is a nice old-world experience if you have time.
- Is Giolitti worth it or just a tourist trap?
- It leans touristy given the Pantheon location, but the gelato is genuinely very good and made with care since 1900. It's not the single best in Rome anymore, yet it's reliable and a lovely historic room. Worth one visit.
- Is it near the Pantheon and Trevi?
- Yes, it's a few minutes' walk from the Pantheon and easy to fold into a centro storico stroll toward Trevi or Piazza Navona. Very central and walkable. No metro needed.
- How does ordering work at Giolitti?
- Pay at the cashier first for the size cone or cup you want, then take your receipt to the gelato counter and call out your flavors. It's chaotic and there's no orderly line, so be assertive. Have your order ready before you reach the counter.
- Do they have dairy-free options?
- Yes, the fruit sorbets are dairy-free and refreshing, from lemon to seasonal fruits. Ask staff to confirm before ordering if you have a strict allergy. The creamy flavors are all dairy-based.
- What flavors should I get?
- The classics shine: pistachio, gianduia (hazelnut chocolate), zabaione, and the fruit sorbets. Their whipped cream on top is free and excellent. Skip the flashy neon flavors and go traditional.
- When is it least crowded?
- Late morning and late at night are calmest; it's open until midnight or later. The worst crush is mid-afternoon and right after dinner in summer. Go off-peak and it's a pleasure.
- How much does a gelato cost?
- A small cup or cone starts around €3-4 and goes up with size. Prices are fair for central Rome. You choose two or more flavors depending on size.
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