Rome: Private Capitoline Museums Tour
ID: GYG355165-636035
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
With a professional tour guide, explore the oldest European public collection of antiquities. After discovering all of the museum's highlights, don't miss the incredible views over the Roman Forum from above.
Discover the oldest European public collection of antiquities created by Pope Sixtus IV at the end of the 15th century. This Museum is designed to help you to make all the pieces of old Roman history fit together.
You'll begin with the magnificent Capitoline Square, designed by Michelangelo, before entering the museum to learn about incredible marble and bronze statues. Take the chance to see the symbol of Rome, the "She Wolf", before entering the Marcus Aurelius Exedra.
The bronze statue of Marcus Aurelius dates back to the 2nd century A.D. Following the statue, you can admire the archaeological ruins of the ancient Capitoline Temple of Jupiter before taking in the incredible views over the Roman Forum from the museum.
Highlights
- Learn about Capitoline Square, designed by Michelangelo
- Enter the oldest European public collection of antiquities
- Admire the famous statue of the She Wolf, the symbol of Rome
- Visit the Marcus Aurelius Exedra and the bronze statue of Marcus Aurelius
- Enjoy the incredible views over the Roman Forum from the museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
• This tour will take place rain or shine
• There is one elevator, but it does not serve all levels of the museum
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
Meet your guide in front of the statue of Marcus Aurelius, located in the middle of the square. Your guide will hold a sign with your name and will issue you your tickets.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
