Rating
4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)
User Reviews
J C (2 months ago)
Went on a Friday afternoon and there was virtually no wait and it wasn't crowded at all. Lots of religious paintings in this building as well as some work by Bernini + Caravaggio. Overall, it was a really nice experience with some really great works of art. Surprisingly it's not crowded so give this a go if you have some time.
Went on a Friday afternoon and there was virtually no wait and it wasn't crowded at all. Lots of religious paintings in this building as well as some work by Bernini + Caravaggio. Overall, it was a really nice experience with some really great works of art. Surprisingly it's not crowded so give this a go if you have some time.
Eden Myers (2 months ago)
Fabulous museum, both the buildings and the art within- paintings, sculptures, ceiling frescoes. Currently under renovation so facade of museum is not visible. Pleasant small garden out front, and a large courtyard with impressive fountain. I would have preferred more interpretive signs; directional signage was good. Has free bag lockers and clean bathrooms.
Fabulous museum, both the buildings and the art within- paintings, sculptures, ceiling frescoes. Currently under renovation so facade of museum is not visible. Pleasant small garden out front, and a large courtyard with impressive fountain. I would have preferred more interpretive signs; directional signage was good. Has free bag lockers and clean bathrooms.
Brad (2 months ago)
The National Gallery of Ancient Art (Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica) is held at two historic palaces in Rome including Palazzo Barberini just off Piazza Barberini while the other is located at Palazzo Corsini in Trastevere. Ticket purchase now €15 and includes entrance to both locations within a 20 day period. Opening times are also the same, 10am to 7pm (daily), closed on Mondays as well. The National Gallery collection at Palazzo Barberini features masterpieces the middle ages to the 18th century, including the works of Lippi, Bronzino, Lotto, Canaletto, Tintoretto, Titian, El Greco, amongst many others. Masterpieces on display include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina (1518-19), a portrait of Henry VIII by Hans Holbein (1540) and Caravaggio's frighteningly realistic looking Judith Beheading of Holofernes (circa 1598-99). You will also be able to enjoy the architecture of the 16th-century palace which was built by architect Carlo Maderno for Pope Urban VIII and the Barberni family. Just before the end of the museum visit, you will see the incredible Salon Room ceiling fresco by Pietro do Cortona. It is remarkable and a memorable way to end your visit to the National Gallery of Ancient Art at Palazzo Palace. Then you can make your way to Trastevere if you intend to visit both museum locations on the same day or just continue onward with other intended sightseeing nearby. It is a fine museum if you enjoy art and architecture. We spent 90 minutes inside this time around, that seems to be enough for a leisurely visit, do spend more time if you like however.
The National Gallery of Ancient Art (Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica) is held at two historic palaces in Rome including Palazzo Barberini just off Piazza Barberini while the other is located at Palazzo Corsini in Trastevere. Ticket purchase now €15 and includes entrance to both locations within a 20 day period. Opening times are also the same, 10am to 7pm (daily), closed on Mondays as well. The National Gallery collection at Palazzo Barberini features masterpieces the middle ages to the 18th century, including the works of Lippi, Bronzino, Lotto, Canaletto, Tintoretto, Titian, El Greco, amongst many others. Masterpieces on display include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina (1518-19), a portrait of Henry VIII by Hans Holbein (1540) and Caravaggio's frighteningly realistic looking Judith Beheading of Holofernes (circa 1598-99). You will also be able to enjoy the architecture of the 16th-century palace which was built by architect Carlo Maderno for Pope Urban VIII and the Barberni family. Just before the end of the museum visit, you will see the incredible Salon Room ceiling fresco by Pietro do Cortona. It is remarkable and a memorable way to end your visit to the National Gallery of Ancient Art at Palazzo Palace. Then you can make your way to Trastevere if you intend to visit both museum locations on the same day or just continue onward with other intended sightseeing nearby. It is a fine museum if you enjoy art and architecture. We spent 90 minutes inside this time around, that seems to be enough for a leisurely visit, do spend more time if you like however.
James McKee (6 months ago)
Barberini palace and gallery. Beautiful building. We took the bus and arrived at the back side on a square, needed to walk around to the other side. No wait for us to enter. We were notified before purchasing that one of their Caravaggio paintings was on loan. Several rooms in the museum are also being renovated/restored. Overall it’s a small museum. The building and architecture are quite beautiful. In some areas it’s unfinished. Such as ceilings which have been prepared with beautiful frames, but the central fresco was never placed. Or ceilings which appear prepared to have a fresco but which remain blank. The Caravaggiothat remains is Judith and holofernes. I can’t post the pic due to the dark lord’s censorship policies. But the picture has incredible power and changed the landscape of the painting of this scene. The museum also has paintings by several followers of Caravaggio. They are quite interesting and you can see them attempting to follow in his dark style. The museum has two floors although the building is much larger. On the second story there is a ballroom with a beautifully decorated ceiling. It’s hard to believe such a ballroom exists. There are gardens outside the museum, out the back door, up a wide ramp. They aren’t paid, and it seems they are building or renovating a cafe on the gardens. Much of the exterior in the back is scaffolded. Would recommend
Barberini palace and gallery. Beautiful building. We took the bus and arrived at the back side on a square, needed to walk around to the other side. No wait for us to enter. We were notified before purchasing that one of their Caravaggio paintings was on loan. Several rooms in the museum are also being renovated/restored. Overall it’s a small museum. The building and architecture are quite beautiful. In some areas it’s unfinished. Such as ceilings which have been prepared with beautiful frames, but the central fresco was never placed. Or ceilings which appear prepared to have a fresco but which remain blank. The Caravaggiothat remains is Judith and holofernes. I can’t post the pic due to the dark lord’s censorship policies. But the picture has incredible power and changed the landscape of the painting of this scene. The museum also has paintings by several followers of Caravaggio. They are quite interesting and you can see them attempting to follow in his dark style. The museum has two floors although the building is much larger. On the second story there is a ballroom with a beautifully decorated ceiling. It’s hard to believe such a ballroom exists. There are gardens outside the museum, out the back door, up a wide ramp. They aren’t paid, and it seems they are building or renovating a cafe on the gardens. Much of the exterior in the back is scaffolded. Would recommend
Pong Lenis (7 months ago)
This is a very nice museum, with a very unique collection and display. There are plenty of great works of art to see, there are lots of nice, statues, paintings and artifacts. The collection is very well preserved and displayed. The grounds are very well kept and maintained, there’s lots to see and do in and around this area. I really enjoyed my time here and I would definitely recommend checking it out.
This is a very nice museum, with a very unique collection and display. There are plenty of great works of art to see, there are lots of nice, statues, paintings and artifacts. The collection is very well preserved and displayed. The grounds are very well kept and maintained, there’s lots to see and do in and around this area. I really enjoyed my time here and I would definitely recommend checking it out.
