In the heart of Rome, between Piazza della Rotonda, the square where the Pantheon is, and Piazza Venezia with the monumental Vittorio Emanuele II monument, you will find Palazzo Doria Pamphilj. This splendid city palace, also known as Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, houses one of Rome’s richest art collections. Visiting the Galleria Doria Pamphilj is an essential part of your trip to Rome.
Palazzo Doria Pamphilj
palace of the Doria family. The museum comprises ten magnificent rooms, including the throne room and the ballroom. Originally built for the prominent Pamphilj family, to which Pope Innocent X belonged, in the 18th century, after the family had no heirs, Pope Clement XII decided in 1763 to transfer all the property to the Doria family, on the condition that they reside in Rome. To this day, members of the Doria family still live in Rome, and the palace remains in their possession.
The modest facade of the building sharply contrasts with its stunningly rich interior. The walls are adorned with floor-to-ceiling gold leaf as far as the eye can see, housing many masterpieces by artists such as Raphael, Tintoretto, Titian, Caravaggio, and Velázquez. Multiple generations of the Doria family were avid art enthusiasts, filling the palace with exquisite paintings and other art objects.
Collection of Galleria Doria Pamphilj
The private collection of Galleria Doria Pamphilj is exceptional, boasting over four hundred prominent artworks from the fifteenth to the eighteenth century. Among these are works by renowned Italian masters such as Tintoretto, Titian, Raphael, Correggio, Caravaggio, and Bernini. Virtually every wall in the museum is adorned from top to bottom with magnificent paintings. One of the most celebrated portraits ever made, Velázquez’s Portrait of Pope Innocent X, is also on display in the museum.
One of the most beautiful parts of the palace is undoubtedly the mirror gallery. While not as grand as the Hall of Mirrors in the Palace of Versailles, this hall is equally stunning.
Tickets for Doria Pamphilj Galleria
Are you planning to admire one of Rome’s most beautiful art collections? Tickets for the museum cost 29 euros per person (11 years and older). Children under 11 years can enter for free. It is advisable to reserve your tickets en time in advance online so you can skip the line at the ticket counter.Reserved access tickets can be booked online by the GetYourGuide website or by the Tiqets website.
When booking your tickets, you need to select a date and arrival time. To manage the crowds in the museum, time slots of 70 minuts are used.
Click here to reserve your Galleria Doria Pamphilj tickets
Combi ticket Doria Pamphilj Galleria and Trevi Underground
Would you like to explore the underground archaeological excavation from the imperial era near the Trevi Fountain, in addition to the stunning art collection at Doria Pamphilj Galleria? Then the Doria Pamphilj Galleria and Trevi Underground combo ticket is perfect for you. The combo ticket costs 42 euros per person, saving you money compared to purchasing separate tickets for both attractions. You can order this cost-effective combo ticket online by the Tiqets website.
How to get to Doria Pamphilj Galleria in Rome
Doria Pamphilj Galleria in Rome is open daily from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM. The museum is closed every third Sunday of the month for maintenance. Additionally, it is closed on January 1st, Easter Sunday, and December 25th.
On foot: If you are in the center of Rome, for example at Piazza Venezia, the museum is just a short walk of about 400 meters away. Head north along Via del Corso and you will find the museum on the right at number 305.
By bus: From Termini train station, you can take bus line 64 which stops at Piazza Venezia, a short distance from the museum. From there, it’s only a 100-meter walk to Doria Pamphilj Galleria.
By metro and bus: If you prefer the metro, get off at Barberini station on metro line A. Walk to the bus stop at Via del Tritone and take bus lines 95, 175, 492, 62, or 630 which pass by Via del Corso, a short walk from the museum.
By metro line B: Using metro line B, get off at Colosseo station. From there, take bus 85 or 850 and alight at Via del Corso, directly opposite the museum’s entrance.
The choice of transportation depends on your starting point in the city and personal preference. Each option provides a convenient way to reach Doria Pamphilj Galleria and enjoy one of Rome’s art collections.
