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.Bestseller
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Don't miss the stunning panoramic view of Rome from the rooftop terrace of the Capitoline Museums—it's the perfect photo opportunity!
Make sure to step away from the galleries and relax on the terrace to truly appreciate the scenery.
Allocate at least a few hours to thoroughly explore the museum and absorb its rich offerings.
Experience the museum in a different light by visiting during the summer months when it's open late on Fridays and Saturdays.
Check the museum's schedule in advance to catch any special exhibitions or events happening during your visit.
Take some time to explore the surrounding Piazza del Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo, for additional historical context and beauty.
Don't forget to stop by the museum's gift shop for unique souvenirs and art-related books.
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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.
The Capitoline Museums hold the title of being the world’s first public museum collection.
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.