Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica

What's On

Permanent Collections

Pietro da Cortona, The Triumph of Divine Providence

Pietro da Cortona's vast ceiling fresco glorifying the Barberini papacy is an illusionistic explosion of allegory crowning the palace's grand salone.

Permanent collection€15

Raphael, La Fornarina

Raphael's sensual portrait of a half-nude young woman, long identified as his lover, is a jewel of the High Renaissance in the collection.

Permanent collection€15

Caravaggio, Judith and Holofernes

Caravaggio's visceral early masterpiece captures the instant Judith beheads the Assyrian general Holofernes, lit with dramatic chiaroscuro.

Permanent collection€15

Hans Holbein, Portrait of Henry VIII

Hans Holbein the Younger's regal 1540 portrait of King Henry VIII of England, painted around the time of the monarch's fourth marriage.

Permanent collection€15

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Visitor Information

How much does Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica cost?

Standard adult admission to Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica is €15. Combined ticket with Galleria Corsini, valid 20 days; reduced EU citizens 18-25 EUR 2; free for under 18s. Special exhibitions may carry separate pricing.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica?

Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica is open Tue-Sun 10:00-19:00 (last entry 18:00); closed Mondays, 25 Dec and 1 Jan. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica?

Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica is located at Via delle Quattro Fontane, 13, 00187 Roma RM, Italy, in the Trevi / Quirinale area of Rome. The nearest stations are Barberini - Fontana di Trevi (Metro Line A), Piazza Barberini (bus) and Repubblica - Teatro dell'Opera (Metro Line A).

What can I see at Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica?

A baroque palace by Maderno, Bernini and Borromini, home to Rome's national old-master collection: Raphael, Caravaggio and Holbein. Current highlights include Pietro da Cortona, The Triumph of Divine Providence, Raphael, La Fornarina and Caravaggio, Judith and Holofernes.

Do I need to book Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica 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 Palazzo Barberini - Gallerie Nazionali di Arte Antica?

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.