Rome’s ancient seat of government and home to its oldest public museum.
📍 Location: Piazza del Campidoglio
⏰ Opening Hours: 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM (closed Mondays)
💸 Entrance Fee: €11.50 (museum ticket)
🕓 Suggested Visit Time: 60–90 minutes
🔗 Official Site: https://museicapitolini.org
🗺️ Map: View on Google Maps
About Capitoline Hill and Museums
Why We Love It:
Designed by Michelangelo and topped by the Capitoline Museums, this is a dream for every art-loving guide in Rome. A magnificent piazza, ancient statues, and world-class art fill every roman tour with beauty.
Roman Guides Insider Tip:
Visit close to opening for quiet galleries and incredible light in the main courtyard.
Local Secret:
Sora Margherita, a beloved trattoria in the Ghetto district, is nearby—ask your tourist guide for a table!
Did You Know?
The Capitoline Museums are the world’s oldest public museums.
Marcus Aurelius’ equestrian statue in the piazza is a copy—the priceless original is inside.
Nearby Recommendations
Roman Forum – 2 min walk
Basilica di Santa Maria in Aracoeli – Just up the stairs
Sora Margherita – Classic Roman trattoria, famous for artichokes
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