Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Rich collection of Roman art
- Great museum complex
Time required: 120 minutes
Phone: +39 06 0608
Web site: http://en.museicapitolin...
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday - Sunday: | 9am - 8pm |
| Dec 24 and 31: | 9am - 2pm |
| Monday: | Closed |
| Jan 1, May 1 and Dec 25: | Closed |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | 12 € |
| Reduced: | 10 € |
| Under 18 and over 65 years (EU citizens): | Free |
| Under 6: | Free |
Public transport:
- Bus nr. 30, 40, 60
Address: Piazza del Campidoglio 1 - 00186 Roma
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Photo: dvdbramhall
Things you need to know:
- Capitoline Museums are a group of art and archeological museums on top of the Capitoline Hill in Rome
- The trapezoid square, Piazza del Campidoglio, in front of the museums was designed by Michelangelo in 1536 and executed in 400 years
- The museums are housed in three palaces: the 12th century Palazzo Senatorio (middle), the 16th century Palazzo dei Conservatori, and the 17th century Palazzo Nuovo
- The statue in the center of the square is a copy of the original and shows Emperor Marcus Aurelius on horseback. The original can be seen in the museums
- The museums contain a large number of ancient Roman statues, inscriptions, and other artifacts; a collection of medieval and Renaissance art; and collections of jewels, coins, and other items
- The famous statue depicting a she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus is on display in Palazzo dei Conservatori
What to do there:
- Enter at the main entrance of Palazzo dei Conservatori
- Walk around in the museum and do not miss: the bronze She Wolf, Lo Spinario and the Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius
- Head to Palazzo Nuovo which can be reached by an underground passage that leads to the Tabularium and offers a panoramic view of the Roman Forum
- Discover Palazzo Nuovo. Highlights include: Dying Gaul, Capitoline Venus, Mosaic of the Doves
Tips & Insights:
- The restaurant terrace offers great view
