Galleria Doria Pamphilj — Attraction in Rome

Wonderful palace, mostly either unchanged since or restored to the situation of several centuries ago. That includes the hanging of the (many hundreds of) paintings in a very symmetric pattern, with little or no regard for the subject matter or who the painter was. There are several masterpieces by Breughel, Velazquez, Caravaggio, and others, including some sculptures by Bernini. A few sentences cannot do justice to this collection.

The (free) audioguide is fantastic. It gives details on the history of the palace and the collection, including the link with pope Innocent X, but also on quite a few of the paintings and sculptures. Apart from the paintings and sculptures of the renaissance and baroque, there are some medieval works (mostly added to the collection about a century ago) as well as finds from ancient Rome that will take your breath away - for example the young centaur in two coloured marble and a quite ancient statue of Bacchus.

It was pleasantly uncrowded when I visited on a Monday morning in July, with only a few people in each room, even though there was no shortage of tourists at other places in Rome, and I spent a happy two and a half hours here. Online booking may not be necessary but it gives you a specific entry time, so if you are planning ahead why not do it.

All I have left to say...

Our visit to the Gallery of Doria Pamphilj was an absolute delight, offering a rich dive into centuries of art and history. Housed in the stunning Doria Pamphilj Palace, this gallery boasts an extraordinary collection of masterpieces that span the Renaissance to the modern era.

We spent nearly three hours wandering through its elegant rooms, each filled with treasures that reflect the family’s long-standing passion for art. Highlights included exquisite paintings by masters such as Caravaggio, Velázquez, and Titian, alongside intricate sculptures and lavish decorative arts that speak to the opulence of the period. The intimate setting of the gallery, with its richly decorated interiors and historical ambiance, made every moment of our visit both educational and inspirational.

Opening Times: • Tuesday to Sunday: 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM • Monday: Closed

Ticket Prices: • Adults: Approximately €12 • Reduced/Students: Approximately €8 • Children under 12: Free admission

For anyone with an appreciation for art and history, the Gallery of Doria Pamphilj is a must-see stop in Rome. We left feeling truly enriched by the experience, and we highly recommend it for anyone looking to explore a lesser-known but incredibly impressive cultural treasure in the...

Located at Via del Corso, 305, 00186 Rome RM, Italy 🇮🇹. This was a beautiful find. It’s a large private art collection housed in the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj in Rome. The Gallery is open from Monday to Thursday. 9.00 am until 7.00pm. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday the hours are from 10.00 am until 8.00pm Single tickets are €16.00 for adults. Children (under 12 years) are FREE The Villa is open Monday to Sunday from 10.00am until 6.00pm There’s a FREE audio guide available, I used this and it was so helpful explaining the art and the rooms. Single Tickets are €11.00 for adults The Palazzo Doria Pamphilj has housed a unique art collection for centuries. There are a significant number of paintings covering the walls of the apartments and the gallery. There are masterpieces from many Italian artists known worldwide such as Caravaggio, Raphael and Carracci. It was wonderful to see such a large privately owned collection. It’s great that it’s been shared for everyone to enjoy. I particularly loved the villa, its rooms, decorative arts and design was amazing. It was a family home for 400 years. The gardens were so lovely and there’s a cafe also. I was at the Palazzo for about 4 hours, it was amazing. Thumbs...