About this experience
Get an in-depth introduction to Rome with a multimedia video about Ancient Rome and the history of the Roman Empire and a visit to Capitoline Museums along with the App Audioguide.
Highlights
- Admire the iconic She-Wolf sculpture of Romulus and Remus
- Admire masterpieces such as the Marcus Aurelius statue and the Dying Gaul
- Add a guided tour led by a Roman history expert
- Explore the Capitoline Museums, the world’s oldest public museum
- Upgrade to add tickets to Centrale Montemartini or a 3-Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Tour
What's included
- Assistance at the Touristation Office
- 25-minute multimedia video on Ancient Rome
- Capitoline Museums entry ticket with reserved entry time
- Capitoline Museums Audio guide APP
- Access to "Vasari and Rome" exhibition (March 20, 2026 - July 19, 2026)
- Centrale Montemartini entry ticket with reserved entry time (if option selected)
- Aperitif with a cocktail and snack (if option selected)
- Capitoline Museums guided tour (if option selected)
- 3-Hour Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Tour (if option selected)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Discover the Capitoline Museums in Rome, the world’s first public museum, founded in 1734 and located on the historic Capitoline Hill. Home to an extraordinary collection of ancient Roman art, sculptures, and artifacts, the museums offer an unforgettable journey through the history of the Eternal City.
Explore the galleries at your own pace and admire some of Rome’s most famous masterpieces, including the Capitoline She-Wolf with Romulus and Remus, the impressive Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, the moving sculpture of the Dying Gaul, and the monumental fragments of the Colossus of Constantine. You can also see the elegant Capitoline Venus, walk through the fascinating Hall of the Emperors, and view paintings by masters such as Caravaggio.
Your ticket includes a 25-minute multimedia video experience that reconstructs ancient Rome during the Roman Empire, offering the perfect introduction before exploring the museum.
Enhance your visit with the Capitoline Museums audioguide app for deeper insights into the artworks and history.
You can also choose to combine your visit with reserved entry to Centrale Montemartini, a unique museum set inside a former industrial power plant where classical Roman sculptures are displayed among historic industrial machinery, creating a striking contrast between ancient art and modern industry.
Upgrade your experience with optional extras. Enjoy an aperitif with cocktail and snacks overlooking Rome, or add a 3-hour Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off tour to see landmarks such as the Colosseum, Vatican City, and Circus Maximus.
For a richer cultural experience, choose a guided tour led by a local expert in Roman history and uncover fascinating stories and hidden details that bring ancient Rome to life.
Operating hours
09:30-15:00
Terms & conditions
Check-in takes place at Touristation Aracoeli Office, Piazza Ara Coeli 16 (near Piazza Venezia). Look for the orange flags by the fountain. At Touristation Aracoeli Office, you can also enjoy the immersive multimedia video experience about Ancient Rome.