Private Tour - Capitoline Museums
At a glance
Private Tour - Capitoline Museums is a 2h 30m private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Rome Guides. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 98 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $160.34 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Tickets, Local guide, Private tour.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover with us the oldest European public collection of antiquities created by Pope Sixtus IV at the end of the XV century!
At the beginning or at the end of your holiday, this Museum will help you to make all the pieces of the old roman history fit together and you can't miss the incredible view over the Roman Rorum from the Museum.
Some of the masterpieces of the Museum:
• Capitoline Square
• Main Courtyard (Colossus of Constantine)
• Main Staircase (panels of Marcus Aurelius and Hadrian)
• Room of Orazi and Curiazi & Room of the Captains (XVI Century frescoes, Bernini's and Algardi's masterpieces)
• Ancient Roman bronze sculptures
• Room of the She Wolf
• Medusa's Head (Bernini)
• Marcus Aurelius Exedra
• Archaeological Ruins of the ancient Capitoline Temple of Juppiter
• Collection of the Roman Horti (monumental gardens of noblemen)
• Tabularium (Roman Forum view)
• Low courtyard of the New Palace (Marforio Fountain)
What's included
What's included
- Tickets
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
It is the oldest public museum of all of Europe, created at the end of the XV century by Pope Sistus IV, the creator of the Sistine chapel. Here we will admire the incredible collection of Roman antiquities, with some exceptions like Bernini's Baroque statues, exposed in an incredible palace decorated with famous frescoes. A journey in the ancient times, to understand and indagate many aspects of the ancient Roman life.
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Stop 2 · 20m
The square is an interesting work of urban reorganization designed by Michelangelo. Stands out in the middle of the square, the copy of the Statue of Marcus Aurelius (the original is inside the Museum). The square that we will see in detail is an example of the Renaissance architecture.
Meeting point
Immediately under the statue of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, in the middle of the square.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It's mandatory to leave bags and backpacks in the checkroom
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Tour - Capitoline Museums take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $160.34 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Tickets; Local guide; Private tour; Professional guide.
Where does it start?
Immediately under the statue of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, in the middle of the square.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 98 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
