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National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo

ArchaeologyHistoryArtClosed todayFrom €15Termini (Metro Line A & B, mainline rail)

Set in a Neo-Renaissance palazzo beside Termini station, Palazzo Massimo is one of four sites of Italy's National Roman Museum and holds one of the world's greatest collections of classical art. Highlights include the Hellenistic bronze Boxer at Rest, the Augustus of Via Labicana shown as high priest, and the breathtaking garden frescoes from the Villa of Livia. Its four floors range from imperial portraits and Greek-inspired sculpture to mosaics and frescoes, with a vast coin and jewellery collection in the basement.

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Address

Largo di Villa Peretti, 2, 00185 Roma RM, Italy

Nearest station: Termini (Metro Line A & B, mainline rail), Repubblica - Teatro dell'Opera (Metro Line A), Castro Pretorio (Metro Line B)

Admission

€15

Reduced EUR 2 for EU citizens aged 18-25; free under 18 and on the first Sunday of each month. The EUR 15 combined ticket is valid one week for all National Roman Museum sites (Palazzo Massimo, Baths of Diocletian, Palazzo Altemps).

Visitor Information

How much does National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo cost?
Standard adult admission to National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo is €15. Reduced EUR 2 for EU citizens aged 18-25; free under 18 and on the first Sunday of each month. The EUR 15 combined ticket is valid one week for all National Roman Museum sites (Palazzo Massimo, Baths of Diocletian, Palazzo Altemps).. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo?
National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo is open Tuesday-Sunday 9:00-19:00 (ticket office closes 18:00); closed Mondays, 25 December and Easter Sunday.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo?
National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo is located at Largo di Villa Peretti, 2, 00185 Roma RM, Italy, in the Esquilino (near Termini Station) area of Rome. The nearest stations are Termini (Metro Line A & B, mainline rail), Repubblica - Teatro dell'Opera (Metro Line A), Castro Pretorio (Metro Line B).
What can I see at National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo?
Rome's treasury of ancient art: the bronze Boxer at Rest, Augustus, and Livia's painted garden, steps from Termini. Current highlights include Memorie sommerse. Roman Bronzes from the Ponte di Valentiniano, The Sculpture Gallery, The Gallery of Paintings and Mosaics.
Do I need to book National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit National Roman Museum - Palazzo Massimo?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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