Your experience

• Begin your visit to the Capitoline Museums, one of Rome’s most treasured cultural institutions, with a captivating 25-minute multimedia introduction. This immersive video provides a vivid look into the reconstruction of Ancient Rome’s monuments and cityscape, setting the stage for your tour.

Getting started

• Receive your reserved entry ticket by email and simply show it on your mobile device along with a valid ID at the meeting point. Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time at Touristation Aracoeli, located at Piazza d'Aracoeli, 16, near Piazza Venezia. Look for the office marked with orange flags and signage near a small fountain.

What to expect at the Capitoline Museums

The Capitoline Museums, founded in 1471, are renowned as the world’s oldest public museum. As you follow your expert guide through the impressive halls, you’ll uncover a rich collection of ancient coins, intricate tapestries, Roman frescoes and lifelike busts. This historic museum is home to iconic sculptures such as the Capitoline Wolf with Romulus and Remus, the elegant Venus, the striking Bust of Medusa and the dynamic figure of Young Hercules.

• View priceless masterpieces by celebrated artists including Caravaggio, Titian and Rubens

• Admire famous ancient bronze sculptures, among them the Lupa Capitolina and the monumental statue of Constantine

• Explore rooms filled with archaeological artifacts that highlight the grandeur of ancient Rome

• Stroll through ever-evolving exhibitions offering new perspectives on classical art

Your guide will reveal the stories and legends behind some of the museum's most important artifacts, providing deeper insight into Roman history, mythology and art. From the panoramic windows, soak in sweeping views of the Roman Forum and the rooftops of Rome’s historic center.

Features and accessibility

• Museum facilities are designed to support guests with reduced mobility, with lifts and platforms throughout the buildings

• Tactile resources help blind and visually impaired guests experience key exhibits

• Videos in Italian Sign Language describe the entire museum route

• Discounted or complimentary entry is available for guests with certain certified disabilities and their companions

Plan your visit

• The museums open daily from 09:30am to 07:30pm

• Free admission is provided on the first Sunday of every month

• Large bags and umbrellas are not permitted

• Food and beverages must be consumed outside museum galleries

Be sure to carry valid photo identification for all visitors, especially if travelling with children. Arrive early to check in and make the most of your time with your expert guide.

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