Visit the world’s first public museum and uncover ancient Rome’s treasures. Your entry to the Capitoline Museums grants access to priceless sculptures, artifacts, and timeless art across four historic buildings.
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Description:
Located atop Capitoline Hill and overlooking the Roman Forum, the Capitoline Museums house one of the most important collections of Roman history and art. Founded in 1734 by Pope Clement XII, this was the world’s first museum open to the public.
Explore centuries-old sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, and legendary symbols of Rome like the Capitoline Wolf. With access to four elegant palaces, this is a must-visit for anyone eager to understand the soul and story of ancient Rome.
Highlights:
Discover the Capitoline Wolf statue featuring Romulus and Remus
Admire ancient Roman sculptures, busts, and inscriptions
Walk through four stunning buildings on Capitoline Hill
Overlook the Roman Forum from the museum terrace
See original pieces by artists like Caravaggio and Bernini
Learn about the origins of Rome through a curated collection of relics
Capitoline Museums
Piazza del Campidoglio, 1, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Cancellation Policy
This ticket is non-refundable unless you select a refundable option during checkout. Refundable tickets can be canceled until 11:59 PM the day before your visit.
Meeting point & Instructions
Present your smartphone ticket at the entrance of the Capitoline Museums. For children under 6, a free ticket must be collected at the box office.
Reviews & Rating
4.2 / 5 (861 reviews)
“Really engaging museum with lots of interesting sculpture. I think some kids had been moving the information labels around as some were in the wrong places relating to items that were elsewhere (funny)” Mark, Feb. 2025 >> See more reviews...
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