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Palazzo Barberini

Visit Rome's Palazzo Barberini, home to Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica. Choose skip-the-line tickets or combo offers for a comprehensive art experience.
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Palazzo Barberini facade with fountain in Rome, Italy.
Ceiling fresco depicting mythological scene in Palazzo Barberini, Rome, Italy.
Statues and ornate fountain inside Palazzo Barberini, Rome.
Raphael's "La Fornarina" portrait in ornate gold frame.
Judith Beheading Holofernes painting by Caravaggio, depicting dramatic biblical scene.
Ceiling artwork with cherubs and gold details at Palazzo Barberini, Rome.
Barberini Palace spiral staircase in Rome, view from below, featured in skip-the-line tour tickets.

Palazzo Barberini Skip-the-Line Tickets

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  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry into Palazzo Barberini and see crucifixes and paintings from legendary Italian artists.

  • Explore the palazzo at your own pace and admire its swirling frescoes designed by Pietro da Cortona.

  • Important paintings here include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina, and Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes.

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  • Enjoy skip-the-line entry into Palazzo Barberini and see crucifixes and paintings from legendary Italian artists.

  • Explore the palazzo at your own pace and admire its swirling frescoes designed by Pietro da Cortona.

  • Important paintings here include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina, and Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes.

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€16
Visitor viewing modern art at Galleria Arte Moderna Nazionale, Rome; fresco detail from Palazzo Barberini.
Baroque ceiling fresco at Palazzo Barberini, Rome, depicting mythological figures and divine scenes.
Visitor viewing modern art photography at Galleria Arte Moderna Nazionale.
Modern art gallery interior at Palazzo Barberini, featuring abstract sculptures and paintings.

Combo (Save 5%): Palazzo Barberini + Galleria Arte Moderna Nazionale Tickets

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  • Get access to two of Italy's top museums with a single ticket: the Palazzo Barberini and the Galleria Arte Moderna Nazionale.
  • At Palazzo Barberini, see crucifixes and paintings from legendary Italian artists.
  • Explore the palazzo at your own pace and admire its swirling frescoes designed by Pietro da Cortona.
  • Important paintings here include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina, and Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes.
  • At Galleria Arte Moderna Nazionale, walk past drawings, paintings, sculptures, installations, and more.
  • Boasting nearly 20,000 works of art, walk from floor to floor, admiring Italian and foreign paintings.
  • The ground floor exhibits the work of 19th century artists like Monet and Van Gogh.
  • The top floor boasts artwork of 20th century artists like Antonio Canova and Joseph Kosuth.
  • From Neoclassicism to impressionism and from Futurism and Surrealism, you’ll see it all.

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  • Get access to two of Italy's top museums with a single ticket: the Palazzo Barberini and the Galleria Arte Moderna Nazionale.
  • At Palazzo Barberini, see crucifixes and paintings from legendary Italian artists.
  • Explore the palazzo at your own pace and admire its swirling frescoes designed by Pietro da Cortona.
  • Important paintings here include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina, and Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes.
  • At Galleria Arte Moderna Nazionale, walk past drawings, paintings, sculptures, installations, and more.
  • Boasting nearly 20,000 works of art, walk from floor to floor, admiring Italian and foreign paintings.
  • The ground floor exhibits the work of 19th century artists like Monet and Van Gogh.
  • The top floor boasts artwork of 20th century artists like Antonio Canova and Joseph Kosuth.
  • From Neoclassicism to impressionism and from Futurism and Surrealism, you’ll see it all.
from €35.90
€34.10

5% off

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Roma Pass: Access 30+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport

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  • See Rome's highlights with the Roma Pass – your key to one or two free attractions of choice and unlimited transport, saving you a whopping 20% along the way.

  • Sidestep ticket-buying madness and breeze into the Colosseum or Borghese Gallery for free! Then enjoy sweet discounts at Circus Maximus, Villa Torlonia, and more.

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  • After online purchase, just grab your physical pass from any city Infopoint and immediately start your Roman exploration.

  • With 48h or 72h options, you'll have all the time you need to explore ancient landmarks, secret corners, and savor mouthwatering Roman delicacies.

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  • See Rome's highlights with the Roma Pass – your key to one or two free attractions of choice and unlimited transport, saving you a whopping 20% along the way.

  • Sidestep ticket-buying madness and breeze into the Colosseum or Borghese Gallery for free! Then enjoy sweet discounts at Circus Maximus, Villa Torlonia, and more.

  • Roaming Rome becomes a breeze as your pass unlocks unlimited rides on all ATAC buses, metro, and railway lines.

  • After online purchase, just grab your physical pass from any city Infopoint and immediately start your Roman exploration.

  • With 48h or 72h options, you'll have all the time you need to explore ancient landmarks, secret corners, and savor mouthwatering Roman delicacies.

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Big Bus: Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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  • Step into Rome’s historic streets with this feature-packed 3-hour or 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off tour boasting the city’s largest fleet, widest routes, and minimal wait times.

  • Buses arrive every 8-10 minutes, and the Red Route takes you to eight stops where you can hop on and hop off unlimited times.

  • Get a taste of the hidden gems with 4 self-guided walking tours of the Vatican, Roman Forum, Colosseum, and Barberini.

  • Have a comfortable ride with free Wi-Fi, route maps, and an audio guide in 7 languages available onboard.

  • Hit popular stops along your route like the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and more.

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  • Step into Rome’s historic streets with this feature-packed 3-hour or 24/48/72-hour hop-on hop-off tour boasting the city’s largest fleet, widest routes, and minimal wait times.

  • Buses arrive every 8-10 minutes, and the Red Route takes you to eight stops where you can hop on and hop off unlimited times.

  • Get a taste of the hidden gems with 4 self-guided walking tours of the Vatican, Roman Forum, Colosseum, and Barberini.

  • Have a comfortable ride with free Wi-Fi, route maps, and an audio guide in 7 languages available onboard.

  • Hit popular stops along your route like the Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and more.

from €22
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Omnia Card and Roma Pass: Access 10+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport

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  • Why settle for one pass when you can bundle two? Access 10+ attractions, snag-free entry tickets, and enjoy free public transport - your wallet will thank you.

  • Save a whopping 55% with the Omnia pass instead of buying separate tickets to Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Palatine Hill.

  • With Roma Pass, pick 2 free attractions like the Colosseum and Roman Forum, access seamless ATAC transport, and score 20% off at over famous spots.

  • Skip those notorious queues at Rome's hottest attractions. Just remember to collect your cards from Central Rome before your adventure begins.

  • Valid for a full 72 hours from first use with no planning required – explore the Eternal City at your own delightful pace.

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  • Why settle for one pass when you can bundle two? Access 10+ attractions, snag-free entry tickets, and enjoy free public transport - your wallet will thank you.

  • Save a whopping 55% with the Omnia pass instead of buying separate tickets to Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and Palatine Hill.

  • With Roma Pass, pick 2 free attractions like the Colosseum and Roman Forum, access seamless ATAC transport, and score 20% off at over famous spots.

  • Skip those notorious queues at Rome's hottest attractions. Just remember to collect your cards from Central Rome before your adventure begins.

  • Valid for a full 72 hours from first use with no planning required – explore the Eternal City at your own delightful pace.

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€149
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Combo (Save 31%): Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Tickets

Flexible duration
Audio guide

  • Get Rome's top attractions and easy transport bundled into one wallet-friendly pass that takes you from the bus straight to the Colosseum without any hassle.

  • Your 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass lets you discover Rome's must-see sights like the Pantheon, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps easily.

  • Catch buses on the Red Route at 8 stops running every 14 minutes with audio commentary in 7 languages, free Wi-Fi, and headphones.

  • Enter the Colosseum at your chosen time and get flexible 24-hour access to both Palatine Hill and Roman Forum to explore ancient ruins at your own pace.

  • Wander through the Colosseum's seating rows where Romans watched epic battles and explore Level 2's museum filled with historic artifacts.

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  • Get Rome's top attractions and easy transport bundled into one wallet-friendly pass that takes you from the bus straight to the Colosseum without any hassle.

  • Your 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass lets you discover Rome's must-see sights like the Pantheon, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps easily.

  • Catch buses on the Red Route at 8 stops running every 14 minutes with audio commentary in 7 languages, free Wi-Fi, and headphones.

  • Enter the Colosseum at your chosen time and get flexible 24-hour access to both Palatine Hill and Roman Forum to explore ancient ruins at your own pace.

  • Wander through the Colosseum's seating rows where Romans watched epic battles and explore Level 2's museum filled with historic artifacts.

from €58.90
€40.43

31% off

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Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: Combo deals

Flexible duration
Audio guide

  • See eight Roman landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, with a 1-day hop-on hop-off pass, buses every 20 minutes, and a multilingual guide.

  • Make your second pick count with a Colosseum combo, including Palatine Hill and Forum access, plus a multilingual offline audio guide packed with history.

  • With Pantheon as your third option, you can skip the lines to see its legendary dome, intricate marble, and timeless architecture from the days of Agrippa.

  • For your fourth pick, dive into Castel Sant’Angelo, a towering 2nd-century fortress filled with history, art, and relics, with a multilingual audio guide.

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  • See eight Roman landmarks, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, with a 1-day hop-on hop-off pass, buses every 20 minutes, and a multilingual guide.

  • Make your second pick count with a Colosseum combo, including Palatine Hill and Forum access, plus a multilingual offline audio guide packed with history.

  • With Pantheon as your third option, you can skip the lines to see its legendary dome, intricate marble, and timeless architecture from the days of Agrippa.

  • For your fourth pick, dive into Castel Sant’Angelo, a towering 2nd-century fortress filled with history, art, and relics, with a multilingual audio guide.

from €58.90
€38.41

35% off

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Getting an Omnia Card or Roma Pass will be beneficial to you if you're using public transport to get to Palazzo Barberini.

Wednesdays typically have fewer visitors.

It's best to book your Palazzo Barberini tickets online at least three days ahead as slots fill up fast.

While cloakrooms are available for smaller bags, you must leave heavy luggage in your hotel room.

For purchasing tickets on-site, cashless transactions are preferred.

Pick up an exhibition map at the entrance as it will be super helpful.

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About Barberini & GNAM galleries

The Palazzo Barberini, a 17th-century palace near Rome's Piazza Barberini, now houses the "Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica," the city's premier collection of ancient paintings. Originally acquired by Maffeo Barberini, later Pope Urban VIII, it was a villa purchased from the Sforza family for his cousins Taddeo, Francesco, and Antonio. Renowned artists like Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Borromini were enlisted to transform the villa into a magnificent palace. Today, it features 187 rooms spread over 12,000 m2, adorned with the Barberini family crest—a bee—found throughout the museum on ceilings and statues.

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Did you know?

The "Barberini Faun," a stunning representation of a sleeping Satyr in the Greek "baroque" style, derives its name from Palazzo Barberini, where it was first housed upon its discovery.

The Palazzo Barberini was bought by Maffeo Barberini, known for leading the Baroque movement and for condemning Galileo Galilei.

Why visit Barberini & GNAM galleries?

Baroque architecture

It is one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Rome, designed by prominent architects like Carlo Maderno and Francesco Borromini, with contributions from Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Art collection

Palazzo Barberini houses an impressive art collection featuring works by renowned artists such as Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio, and Holbein. One of the highlights is Raphael's painting "La Fornarina."

Gardens

It boasts beautiful gardens that offer a tranquil escape from the bustling city, with fountains and landscaped greenery.

Historical significance

As a former papal palace, Palazzo Barberini has a rich history intertwined with the ecclesiastical and political developments of Rome.

Architecture and interior design

Visitors can admire the grand staircases, ornate ceilings, and opulent rooms that showcase the palace's lavish design and historical importance.

Convenient location

Situated in the heart of Rome, near other major attractions such as the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, Palazzo Barberini is conveniently located for tourists exploring the city.

Plan your visit

Address

P.za Barberini, 00187 Roma RM, Italy

Nearest Bus stop

Tritone/Barberini

Nearest Metro station

Barberini

Travel guides and tips

A tourist’s guide to Rome’s Palazzo Barberini

A tourist’s guide to Rome’s Palazzo Barberini

Among all Roman Baroque palaces, Palazzo Barberini stands out for its striking design, paintings, and cultural influence. This 17th-century palace is best known for its picturesque Piazza, and its two famous fountains — Triton Fountain and Fontana Delle API. The Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Antica located inside the Palace is the house of the main national […]

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What our guests say

Lecomte N

France
Family
Last week
It's very, very difficult—if not impossible—to get tickets through the official website. So this site worked out just fine, even though I had to check back several times to finally get the tickets six days in advance. The prices are reasonable. The tour of the Colosseum and the Forum is extraordinary.

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France
Couple
2 weeks ago

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The meeting place was clearly marked. The organizers gave us a clear explanation of the route we were to take. Everything went very smoothly! I highly recommend it.

Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: Combo deals

Eva W

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Solo
2 weeks ago

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I booked a 48-hour pass, which was perfect for me! My favorite spot was Castel Sant'Angelo in Vatican City. I was lucky enough to stay at a hotel right next to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, and there was also a bus stop right there. I also found my way to the Pantheon, thanks to the bus ride.

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Maria B

Spain
Solo
Jan 2026

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Fast, overnight, inexpensive, no lines. And you get to enjoy an impressive palace. A 10 out of 10 experience. 100% recommended.

Palazzo Barberini Skip-the-Line Tickets

Christiane B

Solo
2 days ago
It’s really convenient to be able to use all forms of public transportation so easily. And waiting in line isn’t a problem either. Even when the electronic system at a museum went down, we were still able to get in. Everyone else had to leave. All in all, the pass was a great solution for us.

Roma Pass: Access 30+ Attractions and Unlimited Public Transport

Thomas B

United States
Group
2 days ago
Walking around a gaping at the enormity of it all. The Colosseum was built nearly 2000 years ago by 500000 slaves. History of it was gruesome.

Combo: Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Tickets

Brun L

France
Couple
3 days ago
The tour went well, even though it took a few minutes once we got there to figure out how to get into the Colosseum. We were able to pick up the kids’ tickets after waiting in line for 15 minutes. Remember to bring their IDs. The tour of the Roman Forum was also a wonderful experience. The audio guide isn’t always easy to use because it’s hard to find all the points of interest just as you’re passing by them. But overall, it was a wonderful experience.

Combo: Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum Tickets

Elisabeth R

Couple
Last week
It was extremely difficult to get the ticket because there were apparently incorrect announcements about where to pick it up. A 40-minute walk, a missed time slot at the Colosseum—really a bummer. Why can’t you get the ticket online? Then I had to make several in-person visits to two offices; the staff were super friendly and super helpful. I would never book this ticket again—it’s too unclear what’s included, too expensive, and too old-fashioned.

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