MUSEUMS IN ROME

Enjoy your exploration of Rome’s rich cultural heritage! Ensure to check the official websites for the latest information on exhibitions, opening hours, and any changes to transportation routes.

Galleria Borghese:

  • Overview: Housed in a lavish villa, Galleria Borghese is a treasure trove of Renaissance and Baroque art. The collection includes masterpieces by Caravaggio, Bernini, and Titian. The museum is set in the scenic Villa Borghese Park, providing an immersive cultural and natural experience.
  • Address: Villa Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma RM, Italy
  • Website: Galleria Borghese
  • Public Transportation: Bus 910 or 88 from Termini Station to Pinciana/Museo Borghese.
  • Highlights: Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, Villa Borghese Gardens.

Capitoline Museums:

  • Overview: The Capitoline Museums, located on Capitoline Hill, are the world’s oldest public museums. They house a superb collection of classical sculptures, ancient artifacts, and Renaissance art. The museums are surrounded by Michelangelo-designed squares offering panoramic views of Rome.
  • Address: Piazza del Campidoglio, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
  • Website: Capitoline Museums
  • Public Transportation: Bus 40 from Termini Station to Piazza Venezia.
  • Highlights: Capitoline Wolf, Marcus Aurelius equestrian statue, Palazzo dei Conservatori.

National Roman Museum – Palazzo Massimo alle Terme:

  • Overview: Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, part of the National Roman Museum, hosts an exceptional collection of ancient Roman art and artifacts. Visitors can admire well-preserved frescoes, sculptures, and mosaics, providing insight into daily life in ancient Rome.
  • Address: Largo di Villa Peretti, 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
  • Website: National Roman Museum
  • Public Transportation: Bus 64 from Termini Station to Nazionale/Quirinale.
  • Highlights: Discus Thrower, frescoes from the Villa of Livia, Roman jewelry.

MAXXI – National Museum of 21st Century Arts:

  • Overview: MAXXI is a cutting-edge museum dedicated to contemporary art and architecture. Designed by Zaha Hadid, the building itself is a work of art. The museum hosts a diverse range of exhibitions, including modern art, design, and photography.
  • Address: Via Guido Reni, 4A, 00196 Roma RM, Italy
  • Website: MAXXI
  • Public Transportation: Tram 2 from Piazza Flaminio (Piazza del Popolo) to Apollodoro.
  • Highlights: Innovative architecture, rotating contemporary art exhibitions.

Castel Sant’Angelo National Museum:

  • Overview: Originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian, Castel Sant’Angelo later served as a fortress and papal residence. The museum inside showcases a diverse collection of art and artifacts, offering a journey through the history of the building.
  • Address: Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
  • Website: Castel Sant’Angelo
  • Public Transportation: Bus 40 from Termini Station to Piazza Pia/Castel Sant’Angelo.
  • Highlights: Papal apartments, panoramic terrace views.

Vatican Museums:

  • Overview: The Vatican Museums house one of the most impressive art collections in the world, spanning centuries of artistic achievement. Visitors can explore the Vatican’s vast treasures, including the Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, the Raphael Rooms, and countless masterpieces from various periods.
  • Address: Viale Vaticano, 00120 Vatican City
  • Website: Vatican Museums
  • Public Transportation: Take Metro Line A to Ottaviano – San Pietro – Musei Vaticani station.
  • Highlights: Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps.

Ara Pacis Museum:

  • Overview: The Ara Pacis Museum houses the Ara Pacis Augustae, an ancient altar dedicated to the Roman goddess of peace. The museum, designed by Richard Meier, provides a modern setting for this historical treasure.
  • Address: Lungotevere in Augusta, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
  • Website: Ara Pacis Museum
  • Public Transportation: Bus 628 from Termini Station to Ara Pacis.
  • Highlights: Ara Pacis altar, modern architecture.

Centrale Montemartini:

  • Overview: Centrale Montemartini is an unconventional museum housed in a former power plant. It juxtaposes classical sculptures with industrial machinery, creating a unique and fascinating exhibition space.
  • Address: Via Ostiense, 106, 00154 Roma RM, Italy
  • Website: Centrale Montemartini
  • Public Transportation: Metro Line B from Termini Station to Garbatella and a short walk.
  • Highlights: Classical sculptures in an industrial setting.