Capitoline Museums - Free Audio Guide

Rome, Lazio, Italy

Musei Capitolini, Piazza del Campidoglio, Campitelli, Municipio Roma I, Roma, Roma Capitale, Lazio, 00186, Italia


Musei Capitolini, located in Rome's Piazza del Campidoglio, is the world's oldest public museum, founded in 1471. It showcases extensive collections of Roman art, medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque pieces. Key attractions include the iconic bronze statue of the Lupa Capitolina and the equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius. The museum features a space of nearly 13,000 m², divided between Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo. Visitors can explore the rich history of Rome through its artifacts and art. The museum is open daily, with varying hours, and admission fees apply. Accessibility options are available for all visitors.