The Capitoline Museums (Musei Capitolini) consist mainly of two palaces Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo, which have an identical exterior design and are opposite each other in Piazza del Campidoglio, in a plan conceived by Michelangelo in the 16th century. The museums are connected via an underground tunnel!
The Collections include ancient Roman statues, inscriptions, sarcophagi, busts, mosaics and other artifacts; as well as paintings from the likes of Caravaggio, Rubens & Van Dyke and collections of jewels, coins.
You can also get some great views of the Roman Forum from the museum.
Times and Prices
Tues - Sun: 9a.m. to 8 p.m.
Price: 6.50 Euro (valid for both)
Location
Piazza del Campidoglio 1
Near Piazza Venezia
How to Get There
METRO BLUE B LINE: Colosseo
Turn right when leaving the station. It is a 5 to 10 minute walk
External Link
Official Web Site
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