Palazzo Barberini

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Did you know that Palazzo Barberini, the urban villa, was purchased by the most prestigious member of the Barberini family, Maffeo Barberini, who went down in history for being elected Pope in 1623 with the name of Urban VIII? The pontiff is not only remembered for the XIII Jubilee, the practice of nepotism or the condemnation of Galileo Galilei, but also for the importance he had in the spread of the Baroque. Discover the Palazzo Barberini, a splendid Baroque building in Rome, home to the Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Antica. Commissioned by Pope Urban VIII, Palazzo Barberini was capable of surpassing in beauty the most luxurious residences of the Roman nobility of the seventeenth century. Admire the numerous pictorial works from the 13th to the 18th century, created by very famous artists such as Raphael, Filippo Lippi, Bernini, Borromini, Caravaggio, and many others. The collection is very rich in masterpieces, among which the Fornarina by Raphael stands out for its notoriety.

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One ticket for the incredible palaces! Discover the splendor of Palazzo Barberini – the newfound magnificence of the Baroque palace and the treasures of the National Gallery of Ancient Art that houses a permanent collection of about 500 works in 34 rooms,masterpieces by the great masters of Italian and foreign painting, including Raphael and Caravaggio. And the, visit the elegant Villa Corsini, the central site of the three Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica (National Gallery of Ancient Art) exhibition locations contains a large collection of 17th and 18th century regional Italian painting (Roman, Neapolitan, and Bolognese schools) as well as works by Fra Angelico, Rubens, Murrillo, Poussin, Brueghel, and Caravaggio.

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Get on and off wherever you want thanks to the 9 stops located along the route, admire the Colosseum, the Circus Maximus, Piazza Venezia with its majestic War Memorial, the Imperial Forums and Renaissance Rome. Also use our free APP to freely listen to the commentary from your mobile phone and you can take one of the 6 splendid walking tours that are at your disposal.

An incredible Museum that will give you the opportunity to discover the Italian Art History, starting from the Middle Ages to the Baroque style. A real journy through the Italian Art in order to understand the political and religious changes that brought to the different artistic styles. We will discover some of the greatest artists that worked in Rome during the Renaissance and the Baroque Age. Some of the masterpieces of the Museum: – Raphael – "La Fornarina" – El Greco – Ceiling by Pietro da Cortona – Caravaggio – Titian – Filippo Lippi – Guido Reni – Guercino

Explore the fountains and squares of Baroque and Renaissance Rome on a walking tour of two hours leading to some of the most famous places of the Eternal City. Admire the Trevi Fountain, see the ancient site of the Stadium of Domitian, and more. Let your local tour guide take you to a leisurely stroll through Rome city center and learn not only about the most important fountains and squares, but also many more interesting facts about the Eternal city.

Discover Rome on a panoramic sightseeing bus tour with an audio guide available in 8 different languages and the digital audio guides of some of the most famous landmarks in Rome! With this ticket you can enjoy Rome from a unique perspective and discover the history of Rome by listening to a multilingual audio commentary, you can get on and get of the IOBUS at any of the stops whenever you want for the entire validity of your ticket. Moreover, you will have access to the digital audio guides of the Highlights of Rome: Colosseum, Pantheon and Castel S.Angelo.

Discover the Galleria Corsini, the only Roman picture gallery from the 18th century that has survived intact. Visit the central nucleus of the National Gallery of Ancient Art in Rome and see masterpieces such as St. John the Baptist by Caravaggio, Prometheus by Salvator Rosa, St. Sebastian by Rubens, and the mysterious Corsini Throne. Today, the building houses the Accademia dei Lincei, whose library houses the book collection of Cardinal Neri Corsini – the extraordinary collection of prints, however, constitutes the oldest nucleus of the current National Institute of Graphics – and one of the most prestigious collections of the National Gallery of Ancient Art. Visit the Gallery Corsini to enter the apartments of an eighteenth-century cardinal, including the famous Alcove of Christina of Sweden, and admire masterpieces such as St. John the Baptist by Caravaggio, Prometheus by Salvator Rosa, St. Sebastian by Rubens, or the mysterious Corsini Throne.

Play our engaging exploration game, reenacting the role of a legendary paparazzi photographer. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Up for a fun challenge? Highlights include: • Explore Fontana delle Naiadi, The St. Regis Hotel, Via Leonida and lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch writers. • Learn about the fascinating Great Beauty of modern Rome. • Discover hidden gems like an art gallery inside a historic hotel and a legendary tower where a monkey used to live. • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City, where ancient history and vibrant modern life intertwine at every corner. Our Self-Guided Audio Tour invites you on an unforgettable journey through nearly three millennia of art, architecture, and culture that have shaped Western civilization. Imagine standing in the shadow of the Colosseum, tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain, or marveling at Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Our expertly crafted audio guide brings these experiences to life, offering you the freedom to discover Rome's countless wonders at your own pace. Why choose our audio tour? It's your personal key to unlocking Rome's secrets. No rushed group tours or rigid itineraries – just you, your device, and the city at your fingertips. Each audio segment is carefully crafted to provide you with fascinating historical context, architectural insights, and artistic anecdotes to enrich your visit. Experience Rome like never before with our immersive audio guide!

This kid-friendly tour will give you the opportunity to experience the exhibitions of the museum as an exciting adventure and explore the world of art in an entertaining and engaging way. Your professional guide will take you on a journey through the centuries and tell fascinating stories about the most remarkable artworks hosted in the beautiful Palazzo Barberini. Your kids will feel like young explorers while participating in various quizzes, Treasure Hunts, and other interactive activities offered by your guide. This tour is an excellent chance to discover the treasures of the museum and learn about the history of the artworks in a fun and informative way. You will discover: The gorgeous architecture of the palace The permanent collection, including invaluable masterpieces by many important artists such as Raphael, Lorenzo Lotto, Tintoretto, Caravaggio, and Guido Reni The beautiful staircases by Bernini and Borromini

You will know many interesting aspects of the Colosseum. Did you know that parts of the marble of the façade and of the interior were used in the construction of the Basilica of San Pietro and Palazzo Barberini? That it took 7 hours to fill the arena completely with water? That the famous film The Gladiator was shot in part in the Roman amphitheater of El Jem in Tunisia? You will have the opportunity to visit and learn about this important place without spending an entire day.

This exclusive private guided tour of Caravaggio 2025 at Palazzo Barberini offers an intimate exploration of the artist's masterpieces. Your expert guide leads you through the exhibition, providing insights into Caravaggio's revolutionary techniques and the powerful emotions in his work. Highlights include The Supper at Emmaus and David with the Head of Goliath, with the guide explaining their symbolism and impact. The tour also features the rediscovered Ecce Homo, along with rare portraits of Maffeo Barberini. Special attention is given to Caravaggio’s models, particularly the mysterious woman who inspired multiple paintings. In the final room, the Martyrdom of Saint Ursula reflects Caravaggio’s later years. The experience culminates with a visit to the Boncompagni Ludovisi Casino to see Caravaggio’s only wall painting. This personalized tour provides a deeper understanding of Caravaggio’s life, art, and legacy, offering both historical context and personal engagement with his work.

The ape calessino tour allows you to visit most of the city comfortably seated on a vintage vehicle, in perfect Made in Italy style. The tour is on a private basis. Most of our drivers are also licensed tour guides. It is suitable for everyone, from 6 years of age.

Are you a movie buff? Have you ever thought about doing a tour in Rome by retracing the sets of the movie The Great Beauty? This is the tour for you! With the tour "Roma da Oscar" you can relive all the scenes of the movie "The Great Beauty", the masterpiece of Paolo Sorrentino who won the Oscar in 2014. You will enjoy the artistic, architectural and natural wonders that the magical capital has generously offered to the director, who knew how to make the most of them in every scene of the film!

Thanks to this 3-hour private tour you will be able to discover many of the famous city's squares and monuments that got their present shape during the Renaissance and Baroque.

A spiritual and artistic journey on the life of Saint Rita da Cascia like the Monastero historical place where Saint Rita lived 40 years as an Augustinian nun and where she died, in 1457, at the age of 76. Then The Basilica on the Sant'Agostino hill and built with the donations of benefactors, even the smallest ones, the Basilica of Santa Rita is a project that the Blessed Mother Fasce strongly wanted in order to welcome the devotees in the city of the Saint of impossible cases.then we will move along the roads traveled by San Francesco to Assisi.it is a hill town in Umbria, where he was born in 1181. The basilica of San Francesco is an imposing church on 2 levels consecrated in 1253. The 13th century frescoes that portray the life of St. Francis have also been attributed, among others, to Giotto and Cimabue. The crypt houses the stone sarcophagus of the saint. Attention : In case of standard tour booking, with single participant, the tour confirmation will be sent four days before.

This half day tour is the perfect introduction to Rome’s most famous highlights. On this four-hour tour of Rome, you will have a chance to see some of the most famous sights and monuments. The tour program as listed above includes simply suggested itineraries and sights, and can easily be further customized in order to suit your schedule, all your specific interests and needs.

Architecture was Mussolini's favorite mode of propaganda, and he commissioned monumental projects like the Foro Italico and E.U.R., a vast state office park that includes the stark Palazzo della Civilta del Lavoro, known as the square Coliseum. While the name of Mussolini has been scratched out or sculpted over most of what he had hoped would be immortalized, there are still countless fascist remnants in the Italian capital today, from his former home in the Villa Torlonia to the E.U.R. district. Many blend in so seamlessly, it’s easy to forget what they once stood for. But we Romans have no intention of erasing any aspect of our city’s past. Instead, the fascist era and its architecture have just become another layer in Rome’s multi-faceted history.

Enjoy a full-day tour to Florence by fast train from Rome. Florence is noted for its culture, Renaissance art and architecture and monuments such as Palazzo Vecchio, the Church of San Lorenzo, Santa Maria del Fiore with the famous dome designed by Brunelleschi, the Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery are also highlights. But Florence is also an important city for Italian fashion, have all day for yourself to do what you prefer to do. For lunch, you have many options such as bars, typical restaurants, pizzerias but the most famous dish in Florence is the Florentine steak with good red wine. In the afternoon, visit the city with a professional guide, breathe in the atmosphere of the medieval streets, admire the masterpieces of the Renaissance masters of Leonardo Da Vinci, Botticelli, Giotto and Michelangelo with the famous David preserved in the Accademia Gallery. At the end of the day, return to the capital with the fast train. Arrival and transfer to your hotel.

Stendhal visiting Rome once said: “in London, apart from the Pope, there is everything. In Rome, apart from everything, there is the Pope”. In a city with 3% of the world heritage can you imagine how hard can be to decide what is best?? It was really difficult to make a selection but what follows is a list of the must see sights: the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Vittoriano, the Trevi fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. In addition to this, a professional driver will pick you up at your accommodation for a private transfer by van to the Colosseum