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Capitoline Museums Tickets
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Skip the ticketing lines and enter the world's oldest museum at a time slot chosen by you.
Everything you get: Gain access to Rome’s rich history and art through a collection of paintings and sculptures, including masterpieces like the Capitoline Wolf and the Dying Gaul. Whenever a temporary exhibition is on display, you can explore the rotating exhibits as well.
Why choose this: Get guaranteed entry to the Musei Capitolini, allowing you to explore at your own pace for a flexible and stress-free visit.
Upgrades: Upgrade for a smoother entry with a host to escort you in. Watch a 25-minute multimedia show that brings ancient Rome to life, then top it off with an aperitif at Terrazza Caffarelli, soaking in stunning city views.
Skip the ticketing lines and enter the world's oldest museum at a time slot chosen by you.
Everything you get: Gain access to Rome’s rich history and art through a collection of paintings and sculptures, including masterpieces like the Capitoline Wolf and the Dying Gaul. Whenever a temporary exhibition is on display, you can explore the rotating exhibits as well.
Why choose this: Get guaranteed entry to the Musei Capitolini, allowing you to explore at your own pace for a flexible and stress-free visit.
Upgrades: Upgrade for a smoother entry with a host to escort you in. Watch a 25-minute multimedia show that brings ancient Rome to life, then top it off with an aperitif at Terrazza Caffarelli, soaking in stunning city views.
Inclusions
- Reserved entry to Capitoline Museums (Palazzo Nuovo and Palazzo dei Conservatori)
- Rome city app
- Access to temporary exhibitions
- Hosted or direct entry (as per option selected)
- 1 free drink at Terrazza Caffarelli (as per option selected)
- Multimedia video (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Guided tour
- Pick up from the hotel
- The museums are free to enter on the first Sunday of every month. Expect larger crowds on these days.
- Carry ID proof for your children.
- Visitors with a certified disability of 74% or more can enjoy free admission. Companions assisting them are also admitted free of charge.
- No bottles, food, glass containers, alcohol, umbrellas, aerosols, large bags, or pets are allowed in the museums.
- The museums offer accessible features like lifts, tactile supports for visually impaired visitors, and Italian Sign Language videos, with staff available to assist throughout your visit.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Sabina
May 2025Verified booking
The spaces are extremely impressive for their spaciousness, brightness and richness of content. The compositional scheme and arrangement of the art treasures that make up the museum's holdings are optimal. The museum's exhibition holdings are marvelous for their contents of extraordinary historical-artistic-cultural value, which I did not expect...The venues are well cared for, protected and not crowded (during my experience of visiting on peak tourist days in Rome). I used an audio guide whose texts in Italian are clear and comprehensive and not at all boring. Only a few custodians were unjustifiably abrupt and rude.
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Margaret
May 2025Verified booking
The museum has some of the best art and sculptures of western civilization and art history. This is a MUST visit place for any Roman history buff. Seeing the pieces in a book is ok but seeing them in person up close is a different experience!
Jody
May 2025Verified booking
The Capitoline Museums should be your first stop when visiting Rome. The exhibits put every other Roman attraction into o perspective. Make sure you see both museums. There's an underground corridor that connects them, on the bottom floor.
Jane
Apr 2025Verified booking
The Capitoline Museum well worth a visit. I would mention that the reserved entry tickets need to be collected offsite at location specified in your confirmation. It's is important to note this as we went directly to the museum and then had to backtrack. Once I found the ticketing location, the service was excellent.
Judith
Jun 2025Verified booking
The exhibits were fascinating and provided an insight into the people of the time and all they achieved - quite extraordinary. It gave the opportunity to see and feel history that no book can properly explain. It was a shame the building is covered in scaffolding as it made it difficult to find the entry. However it will be good to see this beautiful building once it is restored.
Adrian
Jun 2025Verified booking
The Capitoline Museum is full of excellent exhibits that you must see, "Aurelius on horseback" & "the she-wolf with Romulus & Remus" to name but two. Make sure you go undergroiund to get to the building across the Piazza - it's not completely obvious that you have done that (note to museum, sign post this so it is more obvious?) The cafe & the views over Rome are a great break if your legs are aching!
Douglas
May 2025Verified booking
The museum was wonderful. Getting the entry tickets initially was confusing as I didn't realize I needed to get the tickets close to the museum not at the museum. The nice person at the desk explained the process which helped for knowing how to deal with some tours we set up through Headout.
Lee
May 2025Verified booking
Our guide was excellent. She covered a lot of information, was patient and answered all of our questions, and made sure we saw the historically important and popular sites. Her command of English was excellent and communication was never an issue.
Massimo
Mar 2025Verified booking
I thought the exhibition was excellent. I had no problems with the queue, partly because we were practically the first to enter, having been on time at the scheduled time
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Guymond
Jun 2025Verified booking
A must-see visit to Rome
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John
Jun 2025Verified booking
Great exhibitions and easy access without the crowds.
Betina
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was so much more than I expected!
Gemma
Jun 2025Verified booking
Everything perfect. Tickets picked up and entered
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Abhishek
May 2025Verified booking
My friends and family loved the museum visit r, we had a great time.
Fernando
Apr 2025Verified booking
The experience is absolutely amazing and well worth the price.
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Catch all the museum’s must-see highlights with a certified guide leading the way.
Everything you get: With this English guided tour, you’ll enjoy reserved entry to the Capitoline Museums, a 25-minute multimedia video to enhance your experience, and access to the exhibition (if available).
Why choose this: Combine expert insights with an immersive multimedia experience for a deeper dive into the Capitoline Museums, Rome’s history, and its iconic art.
Catch all the museum’s must-see highlights with a certified guide leading the way.
Everything you get: With this English guided tour, you’ll enjoy reserved entry to the Capitoline Museums, a 25-minute multimedia video to enhance your experience, and access to the exhibition (if available).
Why choose this: Combine expert insights with an immersive multimedia experience for a deeper dive into the Capitoline Museums, Rome’s history, and its iconic art.
Inclusions
- English guided tour
- Reserved entry to Capitoline Museums (Palazzo Nuovo and Palazzo dei Conservatori)
- Access to the exhibition (if available)
- 25-minute multimedia video
Exclusions
- Food and beverage
- Pick up from the hotel
- Audioguide
- Remember to carry a valid ID for children to ensure smooth entry.
- This experience is a walking tour, so make sure to wear comfortable training shoes.
- Free admission is available on the first Sunday of each month. It is also available for visitors with a 74%+ certified disability and their companion.
- For safety, no bottles, glass containers, alcohol, food, umbrellas, aerosols, large bags, or pets are allowed on site.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combos
Combo (Save 5%): Capitoline Museums Reserved Entry + Altare della Patria Glass Elevator Tickets
from €49.90
€47.40
5% off
Explore Rome’s oldest museum, then ride a glass elevator for sweeping city views—all in one day.
Everything you get at Capitoline Museums: Get reserved entry to the Capitoline Museums and explore at your own pace. Enjoy access to temporary exhibits and use a digital city map to enhance your visit.
Everything you get at Altare della Patria: Take in stunning skyline views of Rome from a glass elevator to the Victor Emmanuel II terrace. Enjoy exclusive access to the peaceful Palazzo Venezia community gardens.
Why choose this: With these spots just a minute apart, you’ll dive into ancient Rome’s history and soak in modern skyline views—all in one easy trip.
Explore Rome’s oldest museum, then ride a glass elevator for sweeping city views—all in one day.
Everything you get at Capitoline Museums: Get reserved entry to the Capitoline Museums and explore at your own pace. Enjoy access to temporary exhibits and use a digital city map to enhance your visit.
Everything you get at Altare della Patria: Take in stunning skyline views of Rome from a glass elevator to the Victor Emmanuel II terrace. Enjoy exclusive access to the peaceful Palazzo Venezia community gardens.
Why choose this: With these spots just a minute apart, you’ll dive into ancient Rome’s history and soak in modern skyline views—all in one easy trip.
Inclusions
Capitoline Museums
- Direct entry (Palazzo Nuovo and Palazzo dei Conservatori)
- Admission ticket with a reservation
- Access to temporary exhibitions (if available)
- Digital map of the city
Altare della Patria Glass Elevator
- Entry to Altare della Patria Glass Elevator
- Access to Palazzo Venezia gardens
Exclusions
- Live guide
Capitoline Museums
- Entry to the museums is free on the first Sunday of each month, but expect larger crowds.
- Carry valid ID proof for your children.
- Visitors with a certified disability of 74% or more, along with their companions, receive free admission.
- Prohibited items include bottles, food, glass containers, alcohol, umbrellas, aerosols, large bags, and pets.
- The museums provide accessibility features such as lifts, tactile supports for visually impaired visitors, and Italian Sign Language videos, with staff available for assistance.
Altare della Patria
- Guests must bring their own headphones to use the audio guide.
- Pets are not allowed inside the attraction.
- Luggage and large bags are not permitted.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Sabina
May 2025Verified booking
The spaces are extremely impressive for their spaciousness, brightness and richness of content. The compositional scheme and arrangement of the art treasures that make up the museum's holdings are optimal. The museum's exhibition holdings are marvelous for their contents of extraordinary historical-artistic-cultural value, which I did not expect...The venues are well cared for, protected and not crowded (during my experience of visiting on peak tourist days in Rome). I used an audio guide whose texts in Italian are clear and comprehensive and not at all boring. Only a few custodians were unjustifiably abrupt and rude.
View original review in Italian
Margaret
May 2025Verified booking
The museum has some of the best art and sculptures of western civilization and art history. This is a MUST visit place for any Roman history buff. Seeing the pieces in a book is ok but seeing them in person up close is a different experience!
Massimo
Mar 2025Verified booking
I thought the exhibition was excellent. I had no problems with the queue, partly because we were practically the first to enter, having been on time at the scheduled time
View original review in Italian
John
Jun 2025Verified booking
Great exhibitions and easy access without the crowds.
Betina
Jun 2025Verified booking
It was so much more than I expected!
Judith
Jun 2025Verified booking
The exhibits were fascinating and provided an insight into the people of the time and all they achieved - quite extraordinary. It gave the opportunity to see and feel history that no book can properly explain. It was a shame the building is covered in scaffolding as it made it difficult to find the entry. However it will be good to see this beautiful building once it is restored.
Thierry
Jun 2025Verified booking
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RomeMusei Capitolini
Make the most of Rome
What makes the Capitoline Museums a must-visit?
Artistic treasure trove
The Capitoline Museums are packed with jaw-dropping art and artifacts! You’ll find pieces like the Capitoline Wolf and the dramatic Dying Gaul, giving you a taste of ancient Roman artistry. These museums—some original palaces designed by Michaelangelo in the Renaissance and Baroque styles—are worth admiring as much from the outside as the inside as well.
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Your Capitoline Museums ticket types explained
Reserved entry tickets
Duration: Flexible
What you get
- Access to all significant parts of the museum, including the temporary exhibitions if present.
- Choose direct entry or opt for a host to escort you for a smoother arrival.
- Access to multimedia video and the Rome city app.
Recommended experience
Reserved Entrance Tickets to the Capitoline Museums
Guided tours
Duration: 2 hours
What you get
- Access to all significant parts of the museum, including the temporary exhibitions if present.
- An expert local guide to take you through the stories of Musei Capitolini’s statues and busts.
- Watch a 25-minute multimedia video that brings Roman history to life with vivid visuals and storytelling.
Recommended experience
Capitoline Museums Guided Tour with Multimedia Experience
Combo tickets
Duration: Flexible
What you get
- Access to Capitoline Museums and a range of other attractions in Rome such as Altare della Patria, Colosseum, Roman Forum and more.
- Access to rotating temporary exhibitions whenever they are available.
- Includes a digital map of the city to help you navigate and explore with ease.
Recommended experience
- Combo: Capitoline Museums Reserved Entry + Altare della Patria Tickets
- Combo: Mamertine Prison + Colosseum + Roman Forum + Palatine Hill Tickets + Capitoline Museums Reserved Entry Tickets
Musei Capitolini: Top things to see
The Capitoline She-Wolf
This iconic bronze statue symbolizes Rome's legendary origins and the myth of twins Romulus and Remus, which says they were nurtured and brought up by a she-wolf. Crafted in the 5th century BC, this sculpture embodies Rome's mythical heritage, offering a captivating connection to the city's ancient roots.
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Plan your visit to Capitolini Museums
Timings
Location
Entrances
Facilities
Accessibility
Rules
Exhibitions
Tips
Shop
Daily: 9:30am to 7:30pm
December 24 and December 31: 9:30am to 2pm
Last entry: Last admission is one hour before closing.
Closed: The museums remain closed on May 1 and December 25.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit the Capitoline Museums is during the autumn (September to November) or spring (April to June). The weather in Rome is pleasant and mild during these months, especially if you plan to spend time in the museum complex's open-air courtyards or enjoy the views of the Roman Forum from the museums’ terraces.
Detailed Capitoline Museums timings
Address:
Piazza del Campidoglio 1 - 00186 Roma
Getting there
- Bus: 44, 51, 83, 85, 87, 118, 160, 170, 628, C3, and H.
Closest stop: Teatro Marcello/ Ara Coeli and Piazza Venezia - Tram: Line 8
Closest stop: Piazza Venezia - Metro: Line B
Closest stop: Colosseo
Main access: Visitors can enter the Musei Capitolini via a single entrance, located to the right of the stairway in Piazza Venezia, just above the Altare della Patria.
- Cloakroom: You can safely store larger bags, backpacks, umbrellas, selfie sticks, and any restricted items in the cloakroom.
- Cafeteria: Take a break and grab a snack at the on-site cafeteria.
- Information desk: Visit the ticket counter for information in both Italian and English about ticket prices, audio/video guides, MIC Card eligibility, reduced or free admission policies, and accessibility options.
- Room assistance: Staff members are available to provide details on museum itineraries, services, and events. They also monitor exhibitions and ensure the proper conduct of visitors during concerts and other activities.
- For visitors with mobility needs: Elevators, stairlifts, and platforms are available, and staff members are ready to assist those requiring mobility support throughout the museum.
- For the visually impaired: Permanent tactile aids allow for a sensory exploration of significant artworks.
- For deaf visitors: An online Italian Sign Language (LIS) video explains the museum route, while a touch-screen terminal in the Temple of Jupiter provides LIS content on the Capitol's history. The Pinacoteca Capitolina also offers a comprehensive LIS video guide available online.
- Large bags and backpacks must be checked and are not permitted in the galleries.
- Umbrellas cannot be brought inside.
- Pets are generally prohibited, except for small dogs in carriers.
- Eating and drinking within the museum are not allowed.
- Smoking is strictly forbidden on museum grounds.
- To sketch or draw inside the museum, visitors must obtain prior authorization by submitting a request form to the Director at least 48 hours in advance. Send the completed form to segreteria.museicapitolini@comune.roma.it.
- The Rediscovered Fragment: Till April 28, 2026
- Visea, Storia di un Affresco: Till December 31, 2024
- Colossal Statue of Constantine: Till December 31, 2025
- The Colors of Antiquity: Santarelli Marbles at the Capitoline Museums: Till April 30, 2032
- Titian, Lotto, Crivelli, and Guercino: Masterpieces from the Pinacoteca di Ancona: Till February 16, 2025
- Origins and Splendors of the Farnese Collection in Sixteenth-Century Rome: Till May 4, 2025
- Take advantage of the Roma Pass or MIC Card if you plan to visit multiple museums.
- If you’re seeking a brief visit, the museum offers half-price tickets every Wednesday starting at 5:30pm, two hours before closing.
- Don’t miss the rooftop terrace. It offers some of the best panoramic views of Rome, perfect for taking in the skyline after your museum tour.
- The Capitolini Card is a great option if you plan to explore the Capitoline Museums and the Centrale Montemartini Museum over a seven-day period.
- Enjoy the top-floor café, where you can relax with scenic views of the city.
Bookshop: The museum's bookshop features a broad selection of books and guides on Greek and Roman history, art, and architecture, available in multiple languages. The selection is frequently updated to include materials on current exhibitions, plus children's books and educational games.
Beyond the Capitoline Museums
Victor Emmanuel II Monument
The Victor Emmanuel Monument in Rome honors Italy's first king with grand marble design, epic views, and patriotic symbolism.
Roman Forum
The Roman Forum, once Rome’s bustling center, now showcases ancient ruins of markets, temples, and government buildings—a historical treasure.
Know more about the Roman Forum
Colosseum
The Colosseum, Rome’s massive ancient amphitheatre, hosted gladiator battles and remains the world’s largest standing arena, steeped in history.
Know more about the ColosseumFrequently Asked Questions about Capitoline Museum tickets
I’m not a big fan of crowds. How can I get quick entry into Capitolini Museums?
If you want to avoid crowds and enter the Capitoline Museums quickly, consider purchasing skip-the-line tickets. These tickets allow you to bypass the regular ticket lines and head straight inside, saving time and avoiding long waits.
What is the cancellation policy for Capitoline Museums tickets?
Different tickets have different cancellation policies. For example, reserved entrance tickets to the Musei Capitolini offer a 24-hour full refund cancellation policy while the Rome Pass tickets do not have a cancellation policy.
Do tickets to the Capitoline Museums provide access to other museums in Rome?
No, tickets to the Capitoline Museums typically only grant entry to the museum itself and do not include access to other attractions in Rome. However, if you're interested in visiting multiple sites around the city, you might consider purchasing the Rome City Pass.
How can I access the temporary exhibitions that are taking place in the museums?
All Capitoline Museums tickets include access to the temporary exhibition. If you're interested in attending, it's advisable to book your tickets during the exhibition's run to ensure you can experience it.
What topics do guides cover during the guided tour of the Capitoline Museums?
During the guided tour of the Capitoline Museums, guides discuss a range of topics, including the historical context of renowned sculptures such as the Dying Gaul and the Capitoline She-Wolf. Additionally, guides share information about the overall history of the museums, the development of the collection, and the significance of other notable statues within the galleries.
