The World’s First Museum: Rome’s Iconic Art at Capitoline Museums Discount Tickets

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Overview

Embark on a 2-hour private customisable tour of the Capitoline Museums, home to some of Rome's most iconic masterpieces. Start at the stunning Piazza del Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo, and customise your museum route to explore treasures like the Capitoline She-Wolf and the Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius. Your guide will share fascinating stories behind these masterpieces and reveal how Roman mythology and history shaped the art. Explore the underground galleries and enjoy stunning views of the Roman Forum from the museum’s balcony. Extend your tour with a 40-minute visit to the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II for 360-degree panoramic views of the city. This private tour offers a personalized experience of the Capitoline Museums, combining remarkable art, captivating stories, and breathtaking views

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet us at the statue of Marco Aurelio in the centre of Piazza del Campidoglio. Your guide will be holding a yellow sign with Touriks written on it. Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the starting time

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Musei Capitolini
Begin your adventure at Piazza del Campidoglio, where you’ll admire Michelangelo’s clever design of the piazza before exploring the Capitoline Museums. Inside the museum, discover iconic works like the Capitoline She-Wolf, the Dying Gaul, and the Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius. Your guide will share the myths and history behind these pieces and will tell you how Roman myths and legends inspired artists like Bernini. Continue through underground galleries for stunning views of the Roman Forum from the museum’s balcony.
Duration: 120 mins
2. Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Extend your tour with a 40-minute visit to the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II. Learn about Italy’s modern 20th-century history and take the glass elevator up to the Panoramic Terrace for 360-degree panoramic views of Rome.
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Expert live guide

Entry fees to the Capitoline Museums

Guided tour of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II and elevator to access the Terrace (if selected)

Exclusion

The tour of the Victor Emmanuel Monument and its Panoramic Terrace are only included if chosen

Food and drinks

Optional gratuities

Pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Pets are not allowed into the museums

Large luggage, weapons or sharp objects are not allowed into the museums

A guided tour of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II is not included, unless specifically chosen during purchase. As such, also the entrance fees to the elevator to access the Panoramic Terrace are not included and are only included if the option for the 40-minute tour to the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II is chosen during purchase

If you choose to extend your tour with the optional visit to the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, please note that the itinerary may vary. Depending on the schedule, you may begin your visit at the Capitoline Museums and proceed to the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, or vice versa

It’s recommended to have a moderate level of fitness to join this tour as there is a moderate amount of walking involved

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