Palazzo Colonna - Galleria Colonna
Palazzo Colonna - Galleria Colonna
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Right in the center of Rome, close to Piazza Venezia, Palazzo Colonna is one of the greatest Barocco Palaces of the eternal city. The impressive Colonna's Collections of paintings, sculptures and furniture from the 14th to the 18th century are unique and part of the roman history. The Colonna Gallery is open to the public every Saturday morning from 9 am to 1,15 pm (last entrance) from Via della Pilotta 17. All other days, including Saturday afternoon, private visits by appointment. Free guided tour (every Saturday): - in Italian at 10.00 And 11.00 Am - in French at 10.30 Am - in English at 12 am Private visits on request are available every day of the year. We also recommend a visit to the stunning Princess Isabelle Apartment with its incredible Van Wittel and Flemish Collections and the Pinturicchio frescoes.
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A non-stop photo and souvenir opportunity, Trevi is all about action. From early morning through the wee hours, the piazza surrounding Trevi Fountain hosts a never-ending flow of tourists hoping to make a wish or take a selfie. Clever restaurants, charming gelaterias, uncanny bars, kitsch shops, and a range of hotels make up the local landscape. Beneath the bustle are the remains of an ancient neighbourhood that you can visit by heading over to a repertoire cinema and asking for a peek underground. There is something for everyone, but if peace and quiet are what you seek, plan to visit in the early morning hours.
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Karla H
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
The Colonna Palace is magnificent! Our guide, Erika, was excellent. We learned about the history of the Colonna family, the palace and their amazing art collection. I loved the gardens and the beautiful chandeliers, especially the ones with Murano glass. It’s definitely worth seeing.
Written 19 November 2023
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Ritz1165
Providence, RI431 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Absolutely the most amazing palace I have ever been to. Do not miss this. It inspired the building of Versailles.
Both interior and exterior are mind-blowing. If you can, get a guide, it makes the experience all the more informed and colorful. Learn about the current owner and his family, the colorful epic history and the cannon ball in the ballroom marble steps.
Both interior and exterior are mind-blowing. If you can, get a guide, it makes the experience all the more informed and colorful. Learn about the current owner and his family, the colorful epic history and the cannon ball in the ballroom marble steps.
Written 15 November 2023
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Inspire16243045933
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Nov 2023 • Solo
On holiday I like to see aristocratic houses because they offer an inside into the lives of the wealthy. I've seen many through many countries all around Europe, many very, very beautiful but the entrance on the piano nobile and the first corridor left me awestruck. The fresco on the ceiling I consider one of finest of its kind ever made with vibrant colors as you will ever see depicting the famous Battle of Lepanto in 1571, where the troups of Vatican beat the Ottoman Turks. The guy leading the troups was master Colonna, whose family's property this is and of course this was a famous event.
Of course there are beautiful paintings as well and of course it is not as overcrowded as the more popular Villa Borghese, one of reasons I consider this palace more beautiful than any other in Rome. Don't forget to pay a visit to the rooms of princess Isabella, the one who restored the buildings to its former splendour. A nice British woman told me and some fellow visitors a part of the history of Isabella and her ancestors who own the land since 1223. I could have stayed a lot longer if I had wanted and will certainly return if I can. Only downside is the gallery is not opened all days and only opens on weekends.
Of course there are beautiful paintings as well and of course it is not as overcrowded as the more popular Villa Borghese, one of reasons I consider this palace more beautiful than any other in Rome. Don't forget to pay a visit to the rooms of princess Isabella, the one who restored the buildings to its former splendour. A nice British woman told me and some fellow visitors a part of the history of Isabella and her ancestors who own the land since 1223. I could have stayed a lot longer if I had wanted and will certainly return if I can. Only downside is the gallery is not opened all days and only opens on weekends.
Written 13 November 2023
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El Turista John
New York City, NY2,815 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Likely not on many people’s Rome to do list but that’s so sad. This palazzo, owned by the Colonna family for 20 generations, is a rare treat and I say that after having been to the Borghese and Galleria Pamphilj. So much architectural beauty, art, paintings, furnishings and history in one place. Plan ahead as the opening times are very limited (it’s still a family “home”). Plan for a 2 hour visit so you can see it all without being rushed.
Written 10 November 2023
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SusanVanAllen
Los Angeles17 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
How wonderful it was to have a morning tour of this extraordinary palazzo with superstar guide Rebecca Harden. I came with a group of women travelers and it was certainly the highlight of our time in Rome. Rebecca guides as though she is talking to a friend, filling you in on fascinating stories of the Colonna family and details you certainly would miss if you went on your own--and including the Isabella Apartments is a MUST-- they are breathtaking! This is an experience we will all gratefully treasure from our Roman Holiday.
Written 2 November 2023
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xyzKyleK
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Oct 2023 • Friends
Our "Private Tour of Palazzo Colonna" was an add on to the last day of our Golden Week of Italy with Susan Van Allen. It was highly recommended because it would be led by British Expert Rebecca Handler. She was a delight. The Palazzo is gorgeous, the garden is magnificent, the art is exceptional, and Rebecca made every aspect interesting. She is obviously a gifted docent, entertaining guide and a gracious human being. When Rebecca learned I was a Caravaggio enthusiast, we arranged to meet the following day for a private Caravaggio adventure which became a highlight of my entire trip.
I highly recommend having Rebecca as your guide for the Palazzo and the art of Rome.
I highly recommend having Rebecca as your guide for the Palazzo and the art of Rome.
Written 29 October 2023
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Lucchesa
Seattle, WA161 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
This overwhelming collection of Renaissance and baroque art is still a private residence so it’s only open twice a week. I purchased the basic 15 euro ticket because I really wanted to see one painting, Annibale Carracci’s Bean Eater. Which if you’re an art historian is totally worth $15. But there’s a lot of other stuff to see.
None of the other paintings are masterpieces, but many of them are interesting, including the overwrought ceiling frescoes. There are some very nice tapestries in excellent condition — the most interesting was of Artemisia consulting with the architects of the Mausoleum. There’s an insane ebony and ivory cabinet that many elephants perished for. Don’t forget to notice the offensive furniture featuring conquered people holding up tabletops. And there’s a magnificent garden with a fabulous view if you climb to the top.
The staff is extremely professional and welcoming — you feel like a guest in a luxury hotel. There’s a cute cafe in the garden courtyard (which is not THE garden) but I didn’t need sustenance. And they have the world’s nicest hand sanitizer as you go in and out, which they sell in the gift shop. It smells like orange blossoms. So I got roped into buying an 8 euro hand sanitizer, something I forgot to bring with me. It smells delicious!
None of the other paintings are masterpieces, but many of them are interesting, including the overwrought ceiling frescoes. There are some very nice tapestries in excellent condition — the most interesting was of Artemisia consulting with the architects of the Mausoleum. There’s an insane ebony and ivory cabinet that many elephants perished for. Don’t forget to notice the offensive furniture featuring conquered people holding up tabletops. And there’s a magnificent garden with a fabulous view if you climb to the top.
The staff is extremely professional and welcoming — you feel like a guest in a luxury hotel. There’s a cute cafe in the garden courtyard (which is not THE garden) but I didn’t need sustenance. And they have the world’s nicest hand sanitizer as you go in and out, which they sell in the gift shop. It smells like orange blossoms. So I got roped into buying an 8 euro hand sanitizer, something I forgot to bring with me. It smells delicious!
Written 29 October 2023
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Willemijnw
Utrecht, The Netherlands103 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We spent an amazing day at Palazzo Colonna. Our guide Rebecca was friendly, witty and very knowledgable. We would recommend anyone visiting Rome to spend a few hours at Palazzo Colonna: the interior is stunning, the art is breath-taking and the history of the family is fascinating. It is a quiet place, if you're fed up with busy Rome.
Written 21 October 2023
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Gina N
Ottawa, Canada57 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
What an underrated gem. So beautiful and one of the highlights of my trip. If you love Roman Holiday like me you will geek out. It’s where they filmed the final scene, so I spent a lot of time in the large gallery recreating moments. 100% recommend, add to your must do’s in Rome
Written 14 October 2023
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A M
Rotterdam, The Netherlands38 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
What a mindblowing fantastic experience! The beauty of this place is absolutely breathtaking! We were mesmerised by all the perfectly preserved rooms with huge 17th century chandeliers made of Venetian glass, the fresco's and tapestries 15th century, the statues of Roman origine, the paintings... It was a dream! And to our enthousiastic guide Massimo who shared such an enormous amount of historic and artistic details: a huge Thank you! You made our tour complete. A must see place!
Written 13 October 2023
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Andrea
3 contributions
Sono ammessi cani di piccola taglia peso 1.5 kg trasportati all'interno di un apposito zainetto?
Alessiofranchi11
Rome, Italy1,060 contributions
Boh bah chi lo sa? Oh, io no
Anne B
Cremona, Italy320 contributions
Quanto dura più o meno la visita completa (Galleria + Appartamento Principessa Isabelle + Giardini + Padiglione Pio)?
In più, come vengono svolte le visite? Accompagnati da una guida, con audioguida o con didascalie nei vari ambienti?
Grazie!
Flo P
Rome, Italy24,182 contributions
Soltanto di sabato mattina si può visitare tutto in quanto gli appartamenti sono abitati , il prezzo è 25 euro a persona e i biglietti si fanno all'entrata dopo la misurazione della temperatura , si può ovviamente scegliere di fare la visita con la guida o meno ; aprono la mattina alle 8 e mezza e chiudono alle 13 e trenta , noi abbiamo iniziato con i giardini poi il padiglione Pio , la Galleria e gli appartamenti ( si può visitare con tutta la calma , per bene attenzione però non si può ritornare indietro ) buona visita
Noraatc
Sudbury, MA34,849 contributions
Hello,
The admission starts at 9 AM and this is what is showing on my ticket. Does it mean that I can pickup my tickets and then return closer to 12PM for the English tour or I have to start my visit at 9AM?
Thank you in advance,
Nora
somethingsgottagive
Province of Rome, Italy47 contributions
Just to be safe I'd get there at 9 A's from memory it closes at 1.
Noraatc
Sudbury, MA34,849 contributions
Hello, does it make sense to book the garden tour, if I am visiting in December? Is it possible to add it when I arrive to the Palazzo Colonna (weather dependent)?
Thank you!
JJJC_Family
Virginia808 contributions
I would say go. It's a totally green garden, no flowers. Trees, bushes, grass. As a garden. it's nothing special, at all. However, when you get to the top of the garden, the view is excellent. Plus they have some interesting Roman ruins there, too. Accuweather predicts weather in the high 50's as a high. So if you can endure that, fine. If you can't, why are you going to Rome in December? It will be the same weather everywhere and you walk everywhere in Rome. So go. We enjoyed it, immensely. As far as adding it on when you get there, yes it should be no problem. The Palazzo is only open on Saturdays 9-1:15 with the English tour only at 12PM and I don't remember if that 's for the apartment or the Garden. I would call up and ask them. Sometimes web sites post incorrect schedules and that even goes for the attractions own website. By the way, the apartment tour is nice, too. Worth doing. Have a great time.
Olga S
Moscow Oblast, Russia1 contribution
как забронировать билеты?
AlexGabitova
Moscow, Russia97 contributions
Билеты можно купить в фойе на входе. Но если хотите осмотреть сады и другой этаж - то это только в экскурсионной группе, так как спрашивают билеты и не пропускают. Вроде бы,группы набирают на месте, но только на итальянском или английском (лучше ознакомиться с информацией на официальном сайте).
Inga N
Tel Aviv, Israel110 contributions
Hello, how much time should I reserve for visiting the Galleria? I am not planning to take a tour.
Many thanks!
Raymonde F
Sainte-Julie, Canada175 contributions
Hi! I would really suggest you join one of the free tours but if this is not what you want or are able to do I would say you need 1.5 to 2 hours to discover this unique place. Enjoy!!!
Roam35170486099
New Jersey
Soy sola/ tengo 74 anos ,tengo que comprar 15 entradas para poder visitar la galeria.mi correo es
windi.gonzalez.@gmail . com nesesito la entrada para el dia 11 de mayo 12 de mayo.
schumil
tel aviv128 contributions
sorry, I'm just a visitor, not the owner of the site
BethCruz
Carrollton, TX5 contributions
How much do tickets cost? Are there reduced prices for students?
GalleriaColonna
Rome, Italy
Ticket € 12,00 per person (€ 10,00 reduced price).
At 10,00, 11,00 a.m. and 12,30 p.m. we offer a free guided tour in Italian, at 10,30 in French and at 12,00 a.m. in English.
If you are interested you can ask to our staff at the entrance to visit also P.ssa Isabelle’s Apartment - € 15,00 per person for a 30 min. walk through the apartment.
In case of good weather you can also visit the Garden (Galleria Colonna + Garden € 20,00 per person, Galleria Colonna + P.ssa Isabelle’s Apartment + Garden € 30,00 per person)
No booking requested on Saturday morning.
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