Musei Capitolini
Explore Rome's Capitoline Museums with a view of the Roman Forum. Choose skip-the-line access or combo tickets for a comprehensive Roman experience.
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Skip the long lines with direct entry to the world’s first public museum, the Musei Capitolini, and dive straight into centuries of Roman history.
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Find out about Rome’s rich past through a collection of famous sculptures and paintings, including the legendary bronze she-wolf.
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Wander through Renaissance-era palazzos, filled with Rome’s most significant art and artifacts, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the Roman Forum.
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Upgrade your experience with a Happy Hour ticket—enjoy a free drink while taking in one of the best views of the city!
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Fun fact: Established in 1734 by Pope Clement XII, the Musei Capitolini is considered the world’s oldest public museum.
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Skip the long lines with direct entry to the world’s first public museum, the Musei Capitolini, and dive straight into centuries of Roman history.
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Find out about Rome’s rich past through a collection of famous sculptures and paintings, including the legendary bronze she-wolf.
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Wander through Renaissance-era palazzos, filled with Rome’s most significant art and artifacts, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the Roman Forum.
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Upgrade your experience with a Happy Hour ticket—enjoy a free drink while taking in one of the best views of the city!
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Fun fact: Established in 1734 by Pope Clement XII, the Musei Capitolini is considered the world’s oldest public museum.
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Explore the Capitoline Museums, the oldest public museum in the world, which opened its doors in 1734.
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Start your tour with a multimedia presentation of Ancient Rome and get to know the city's history, the reconstructions of its monuments and more.
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Discover an amazing collection of classical artwork and sculptures, featuring the Capitoline Wolf, the Capitoline Venus, and Cupid and Psyche.
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Unlock Rome's rich history with a professional guide who will reveal the stories behind the famous figurines.
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Fun fact: The Capitoline Museums are the oldest museums in the world!
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Explore the Capitoline Museums, the oldest public museum in the world, which opened its doors in 1734.
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Start your tour with a multimedia presentation of Ancient Rome and get to know the city's history, the reconstructions of its monuments and more.
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Discover an amazing collection of classical artwork and sculptures, featuring the Capitoline Wolf, the Capitoline Venus, and Cupid and Psyche.
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Unlock Rome's rich history with a professional guide who will reveal the stories behind the famous figurines.
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Fun fact: The Capitoline Museums are the oldest museums in the world!
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Access 50 top attractions and experiences in Rome. Save up to 42% and enjoy a Rome adventure with one pass.
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Explore the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon. Save more instead of spending on individual tickets.
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Enjoy standout experiences like wine tasting, Lake Albano kayak tour, and guided tours—each available with your pass for a richer Rome experience.
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Breeze through long lines with a mobile pass—just scan and go! Save time with one pass that covers 50 attractions and enjoy hassle-free entry.
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Visit 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions as per option selected during booking and activate your pass any time within 60 days from the date of first use.
More details
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Access 50 top attractions and experiences in Rome. Save up to 42% and enjoy a Rome adventure with one pass.
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Explore the Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Pantheon. Save more instead of spending on individual tickets.
-
Enjoy standout experiences like wine tasting, Lake Albano kayak tour, and guided tours—each available with your pass for a richer Rome experience.
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Breeze through long lines with a mobile pass—just scan and go! Save time with one pass that covers 50 attractions and enjoy hassle-free entry.
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Visit 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions as per option selected during booking and activate your pass any time within 60 days from the date of first use.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Opt for a guided tour with an expert local guide to enrich your visit, offering in-depth insights into the museum's vast collection. The tour also includes a multimedia experience to bring the exhibits to life.
The Palazzo Senatorio, unlike the other two palazzos in the Capitoline Museums, is not accessible to the public and can only be visited during special events. Your tickets only include access to Palazzo Nuovo and Palazzo dei Conservatori.
For a more leisurely experience, consider upgrading your ticket to include a complimentary aperitif.
With a Rome City Pass, you get free entry to the Capitoline Museums, plus access to other top sights around the city. The pass comes in different options, like 2-city or 3-city.
Check the museum's schedule in advance to catch any special exhibitions or events happening during your visit.
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About Capitoline Museums
The Capitoline Museums (Musei Capitolini) are a group of museums located in Piazza del Campidoglio on Capitoline Hill, designed by Michelangelo. Housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo, the museums are connected by an underground corridor. Founded in 1471 by Pope Sixtus IV with a donation of ancient bronzes, the museums now display a vast collection of Roman statues, inscriptions, Renaissance art, and more, all closely tied to the history of Rome. Owned by the city, they offer a deep dive into Rome’s artistic and archaeological heritage.
Pope Sixtus IV, who established the Capitoline Museums in 1471, also commissioned the Sistine Chapel.
One of the museum's most renowned pieces is the Capitoline Wolf, a striking bronze statue depicting a she-wolf nursing the legendary twins Romulus and Remus, which serves as a powerful symbol of Rome's founding myth.
Michelangelo was the mastermind behind much of the design of the Capitoline Museums, including Palazzo Nuovo, but he passed away before the project was completed.
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