MUSEUS TO GO FOR FREE IN ROME

Rome, a city steeped in history and cultural richness, offers the opportunity for visitors to explore its museums without cost on designated days. This initiative allows locals and tourists alike to delve into the artistic treasures of Rome, from classical masterpieces to contemporary expressions, without the constraint of an entrance fee. Please note that this information may change, and it’s essential to check the official websites or contact the museums directly for the most up-to-date details.


Vatican Museums:

  • Overview: The Vatican Museums house an extensive collection of art and historical artifacts, including the Sistine Chapel. Explore the halls of the Vatican, showcasing centuries of artistic and cultural heritage.
  • Free Admission: Free on the last Sunday of each month (subject to change, check the official website).
  • Address: Viale Vaticano, 00165 Vatican City
  • Public Transportation: Metro Line A to Ottaviano – San Pietro – Musei Vaticani station.
  • Highlights: Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps.

Capitoline Museums (Musei Capitolini):

  • Overview: The Capitoline Museums are located on Capitoline Hill and feature a diverse collection of ancient Roman art and artifacts. The museums are housed in two buildings connected by an underground tunnel.
  • Free Admission: Free on the first Sunday of each month.
  • Address: Piazza del Campidoglio, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
  • Public Transportation: Various buses or tram 8 to Piazza Venezia.
  • Highlights: Capitoline Wolf, Marcus Aurelius statue, Palazzo dei Conservatori.

Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea (GNAM):

  • Overview: The National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art showcases Italian and international art from the 19th century to the present. It is housed in the neoclassical Villa Borghese.
  • Free Admission: Free on the first Sunday of each month.
  • Address: Viale delle Belle Arti, 131, 00197 Roma RM, Italy
  • Public Transportation: Tram 3 from Trastevere Station to Apollodoro/Belle Arti.
  • Highlights: Umberto Boccioni’s “Unique Forms of Continuity in Space,” Giorgio de Chirico collection.

Museum of Rome (Museo di Roma):

  • Overview: The Museum of Rome illustrates the history and development of the city through a vast collection of paintings, sculptures, and everyday objects from various time periods.
  • Free Admission: Free on the first Sunday of each month.
  • Address: Palazzo Braschi, Piazza di San Pantaleo, 10, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
  • Public Transportation: Bus 40 from Termini Station to Chigi.
  • Highlights: Historical artifacts, portraits of Roman figures.

MACRO – Museum of Contemporary Art of Rome:

  • Overview: MACRO is dedicated to contemporary art, showcasing a range of modern artistic expressions. The museum is housed in a former Peroni beer factory.
  • Free Admission: Free on the first Sunday of each month.
  • Address: Via Nizza, 138, 00198 Roma RM, Italy
  • Public Transportation: Bus 360 from Termini Station to Nizza/Reggio Calabria.
  • Highlights: Rotating contemporary art exhibitions, industrial architecture.