I've seen a couple of sites that mention free admission for students and senior citizens. Am I reading that correctly?
Posted by
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
8293 posts
It usually means EU seniors, but you can always inquire.
Posted by
near NY, NJ, USA
445 posts
In England you can get special Senior rates!
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23270 posts
You just have to ask. And they might ask to see your passport. I just crossed over last year so I am not in the habit of asking but when we were in Spain over New Years most of the major attractions were free for seniors. And it was not restricted to EU citizens.
Posted by
Seattle, Seattle, Wa
19 posts
I was in Italy with my parents in 2004 and they were not granted free admission. It was restricted to people from the European Union.
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23270 posts
That was 04, it is now five years later. Things change so don't be afraid to ask. And the "senior age" may vary between 60 and 65. Just carry your passport so that you can quickly prove it.
Posted by
OP
Charlotte
50 posts
It's for my mom - 70 yrs old. You are right, It doesn't hurt to ask. Thanks.
Posted by
Bromley, Kent,, UK
1829 posts
Here are the regulations covering free enty to sites in Rome and in our experience (when visiting Italy with New Zealand relatives) Pompeii and Herculaneum. Boiled down it covers mainly EU citizens plus citizens of some other countries including Canada but not the USA.