Rome Museums

Colosseo

Hosting gladiators’ contests and games or over 400 years, this massive structure’s architecture can only be truly appreciated from the inside.

Vatican Museums

This is one of the most incredible art collections in the world. Masterpieces and artifacts range from Egyptian mummies to medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Not to be missed are the Raffaello rooms and the Sistine Chapel with the Last Judgement by Michelangelo.

Borghese Gallery

In the recently and splendidly restored villa (1613-14) Cardinal Scipione Borghese collected paintings and sculptures, both ancient and of his times, creating an extraordinary collection with masterpieces by Bernini, Canova, Tiziano, Rubens and others.

Other museums in Rome

Here is a list of other interesting museums and archeological sites in Rome.  No reservation is required.