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The Museo Nazionale di Palazzo di Venezia is a museum in Rome that is housed in the Barbo apartments of Palazzo Venezia. In addition to some rooms with their original furnishings, the museum houses a collection of important paintings from the 14th to 15th centuries, tapestries, ceramics, majolica, Japanese and Chinese porcelain, and weapons. In includes illusionistic architecture paintings by Mantegna and Bramante and valuable Flemish, German and Italian tapestries from the 15th and 16th centuries. Furthermore, The museum exhibits weapons from the 9th to the 17th centuries, which includes both Viking swords and firearms and complete armours.

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Museo Nazionale di Palazzo di Venezia
Piazza di San Marco 49
00186 Rome

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Opening hours

Monday
9:30 – 19:30
Tuesday
9:30 – 19:30
Wednesday
9:30 – 19:30
Thursday
9:30 – 19:30
Friday
9:30 – 19:30
Saturday
9:30 – 19:30
Sunday
9:30 – 19:30
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Admission

0 – 17Free
18 – 25€2.00
26+€15.00
DisabledFree
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible

Location & Map

Piazza di San Marco 49, Rome

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Exhibitions

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Museo Nazionale di Palazzo di Venezia Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Museo Nazionale di Palazzo di Venezia in Rome, Italy, offers visitors a glimpse into Renaissance and medieval art within a historic palace setting. The museum houses a collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from the 15th to 18th centuries. Many visitors appreciate the building's architecture and its rich history, having once served as a papal residence and embassy.

    The museum's strengths lie in its collection of medieval and Renaissance art, particularly its bronzes and majolica ceramics. The Sala del Mappamondo, with its frescoed ceilings, is often highlighted as a standout feature. Some visitors also enjoy the view of Rome from the tower.

    However, the museum has received mixed reviews regarding its organization and presentation. Some find the labeling and information provided to be insufficient, making it challenging to fully appreciate the exhibits without a guide or prior knowledge. The lighting in some areas has been criticized as inadequate for properly viewing the artworks.

    The museum is generally less crowded compared to Rome's more famous attractions, which can be a positive for those seeking a quieter experience. However, this also means it might not offer the same level of amenities or updated facilities as more popular museums.

    While the Museo Nazionale di Palazzo di Venezia may not be at the top of every visitor's list in Rome, it offers an interesting experience for those interested in Renaissance art and history, particularly if they have already seen the city's major attractions.

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