Palatine Museum - Free Audio Guide
Rome, Lazio, Italy
Museo Palatino, Criptoportico Neroniano, Campitelli, Municipio Roma I, Roma, Roma Capitale, Lazio, 00184, Italia
The Museo Palatino, also known as the Antiquarium del Palatino, is an archaeological museum located on the Palatine Hill in Rome, Italy. Established in the late 19th century, it houses sculptures, fresco fragments, and various archaeological artifacts discovered on the hill. The museum showcases the artistic tastes of Imperial Rome, with exhibits ranging from the Paleolithic era to the late antiquity. Key attractions include ancient altars, terracotta antefixes, and the notable Graffito di Alessameno. Visitors can explore two floors of collections, with the ground floor focusing on the Palatine's origins and the first floor dedicated to the imperial era. The museum is part of the Archaeological Park of the Colosseum, which provides accessibility and facilitates a rich cultural experience for tourists. Admission fees and visiting hours may vary, so it’s advisable to check in advance.