Top museums
in Rome

Top museums
in Rome

the best MUSEUMS
in rome

There’s no shortage of museums in Rome. Some of them are even world-famous – including the likes of the Vatican Museums and Galleria Borghese. And it’s no surprise, really. During the renaissance and baroque periods, lots of Italian artists moved to the capital, where they were supported and funded by cardinals and rich Roman citizens. And that’s how Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio came to be global household names.

But these museums are home to ancient art too. The Vatican Museums have been stocked with priceless masterpieces by a long line of popes with a passion for collecting art. And the Capitoline Museums have a trick or two up their sleeves too ;).

But which of Rome’s museums are heading straight to the top your itinerary? Have a read of the descriptions here and get your list ready!

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VATICAN MUSEUMS

The Vatican Museums are made up of countless museum complexes displaying everything from Roman sculpture to modern paintings! In addition to tapestries and maps, you will also find modern art!

The highlights are certainly the Sistine Chapel and the Raphael Rooms.

As you can see, countless art is lined up over 7 kilometers. Put on the right shoes and stock up on snacks!

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PALAZZO ALTEMPS

For ancient sculptures in a stunning setting, the Palazzo Altemps is the place to go.

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GALLERIA CORSINI

Did you know that the Galleria Corsini is part of the Galleria Nazionale d’Arte antica along with the Palazzo Barberini?

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MAXXI

There’s contemporary art and architecture to be found in Rome too, you know! This museum is a bit off the beaten track but it’s well worth a visit!

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PALAZZO BARBERINI

A real treat for art lovers, this spectacular palace build for Pope Urban VIII., now houses an impressive collection of artwork.

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Doria Pamphilj

A gem among all the diamonds in Rome. The most important work is Pope Innocent X by Velázquez.

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THE GNAM

The Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea is the place to go for inspiration from contemporary art.

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CAPITOLINE MUSEUMS

An outstanding collection, including the enormous head of Constantine and the Capitoline She-wolf.

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PALAZZO MASSIMO

The Palazzo Massimo is part of the National Roman Museum and home to the incredible ‘Boxer at Rest’.

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GALLERIA BORGHESE

A breathtaking collection: Bernini's sculptures and Caravaggio's paintings are the highlights.

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TOP TIP:
EXHIBITIONS IN ROME

Keen to find out which exhibitions are going to be running while you’re in Rome? We’ve got you covered!
Just head to the ‘Exhibitions’ page and click on a month to see what’s planned.

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FURTHER
MUSEUMS IN ROME

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