Palazzo Farnese
Palazzo Farnese
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2:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Monday
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday
2:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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U Raka
Washington DC, DC209 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
It was sumptuous with colors and creativity, a real museum, a memory so unforgettable that I wanted to show a new generation…
A disaster the tickets can only be purchased online and there…….it’s big game fishing.
You have all the tools missing the fish. Unable to get tickets. What a pity !
A disaster the tickets can only be purchased online and there…….it’s big game fishing.
You have all the tools missing the fish. Unable to get tickets. What a pity !
Written 15 September 2023
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Anton Brand
Groningen, The Netherlands10 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Not worth it. Not to mention the hopeless digital procedure to obtain entry tickets, the security check (passports and such) makes you unwelcome in the Palazzo in advance. The tour in almost unintelligible English lasts an hour, and is downright unnecessary and uninteresting, because the originals of what could be seen are in Naples. The pretension is breathtaking, but you're wasting your time. It is absolutely not worth the effort, let alone the money, to visit this unsympathetic mess. Do not!
Written 20 May 2024
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lucia c
Milan, Italy6 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
I bought a flexible ticket to visit Palazzo Farnese with an extra 10% charge. Their website said that with the flexible ticket I would be able to make changes to my booking “free of charge and at any time, subject to tickets availability” by contacting the Reservations Department “within 7 days from the scheduled tour date”. As I had an issue and I could not make the scheduled date, I contacted them 4 days in advance and they were inflexible and very unfriendly in not allowing any change because it was not at least 7 days in advance.
I pointed out that their language was misleading and that I had a very bad customer experience.
They were very intimidatory in their response and threatened to sue me if I dared post any negative reviews.
I want to share this unpleasant experience with all the other visitors: beware of flexible tickets.
I pointed out that their language was misleading and that I had a very bad customer experience.
They were very intimidatory in their response and threatened to sue me if I dared post any negative reviews.
I want to share this unpleasant experience with all the other visitors: beware of flexible tickets.
Written 23 June 2024
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Alain D
Fontenay sous Bois88 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Security checks at the entrance as detestable as they are scandalous and which spoil the visit itself!
Guide - on the other hand - remarkable who introduced us to the entire palace. A little disappointed by the famous Carracci gallery, whose frescoes seemed very pale and rather disappointing to me (those of the Farnesina seem superior to me.
Mission accomplished: I saw it but will not go back…
Guide - on the other hand - remarkable who introduced us to the entire palace. A little disappointed by the famous Carracci gallery, whose frescoes seemed very pale and rather disappointing to me (those of the Farnesina seem superior to me.
Mission accomplished: I saw it but will not go back…
Written 14 March 2024
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serhanozel
Alanya, Türkiye1,092 contributions
Jun 2019
this a historical aetethical building. I ate a pastry near this building was yery extraordiary. full of old shops around.
Written 27 September 2019
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MayLehmannNYC
New York City, NY1,391 contributions
Sept 2014 • Couples
I have been trying to tour the Palazzo Farnese for years as every previous attempt had been thwarted by restoration closings. This year I made yet another attempt and had one of those “Eureka” moments: tickets were available, even though several of the major art works were unavailable due to restoration, and the Carracci Gallery would be closed until March of 2015. There is but one English Tour per week which is conducted on a Wednesday at 5:00. Because the tour is size sensitive, restricted to under 20 people, I’d suggest going on-line and reserving your tickets early. The price is only 5Euros/person. The tour started outside the Farnese where attendance was noted, then quickly moved inside to a courtyard, traveled briefly to the beautiful, peaceful garden behind the Palazzo, then up a series of stairs to several rooms where our guide described each and every detail regarding not only the art, but the history of this amazingly beautiful villa, now home to the French ambassador. Our well-prepared guide, Lucy, speaking with amazing fluency in English though French, provided commentary that was not only informative, but then answered all questions that were posed to her. Nothing seemed outside her realm of knowledge. As we progressed from room to room, I inquired about our ability to view the amazing frescoes in the Room of the Deeds which is now the French ambassador’s office. Unfortunately, this room is private and is closed to the public. As we approached the end of our tour, a petite woman came out an adjoining office, approached Lucy and carried on a brief conversation in French, before Lucy turned to us. “I’d like to introduce to you the French Ambassador who has invited us to tour her private office.” We briefly stood in amazement, then thanked her for such a generous opportunity to view these splendidly decorated frescoes from the mid-16th century. They did not disappoint, and for me, were the highlight of the tour. I can’t guarantee that future tours of the Palazzo Farnese will reap such benefits, but I do hope you’ll sign up and see one of the most astonishingly gorgeous private villas in Rome. And with any luck, you’ll have Lucy as your guide!
Written 28 October 2014
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Charlotte M
St. Catharines, Canada20 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
We booked on line, and when we arrived for the guide said we were not on the list. They refused to let us take the tour, and with the guards standing there with machine guns staring at us we certainly were in no position to argue.
Two days layer I got an e-mail from the organization saying that they had found our reservation; by that time, of course, we had left Rome.
Two days layer I got an e-mail from the organization saying that they had found our reservation; by that time, of course, we had left Rome.
Written 30 July 2016
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kwiewiorowski
Poznan, Poland2,347 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
Hurray! I am happy to report the renovation of Carracci Gallery is now finished and open for viewing. And a beautiful gallery it is indeed! All secular in its story and subjects which is unusual for Rome where religious themes prevail. Colours are so vibrant and frescoes so beautiful it is well worth the trouble of booking a visit via inventerrome at only 9E per person. The imposing renaissance palazzo is now French Embassy, so security is tight and photography is not permitted. During the tour you are taken to see also some other rooms, the courtyard and charming little garden. The tours are in French and Italian a few times a week and only once a week in English. The lady guide was very knowledgeable, spoke good English and had a nice rapport with the group. This is yet another bonus-there were only 10-15 of us and we had all the place to ourselves. All that was open to public that is. Fantastic experience! Make sure you have your passport or ID card with you.
Written 24 February 2016
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RBMD
NYC68 contributions
May 2014 • Couples
The present site of the French Embassy (and the setting for Act 2 of "Tosca"!), this opulent edifice boasts architectural detail by Michelangelo and frescoes by Carraci. One can book reservations for tours online, but must be made well in advance. Most tours are in french, some in Italian and a paltry few in English. the latter tend to booked WAY in advance. A good way to get on tours is to sign up for the italian tours. The guides are french speaking, but their Italian is simple enough one can get the gist of what they are saying. Tours are an hour, and limited to 25.
Written 19 August 2014
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Noraatc
Sudbury, MA39,710 contributions
Mar 2020
My Palazzo Farnese tour in English was pre-booked for 5PM and I joined the line for the security check at 4:40PM. The Palazzo belongs to the French Embassy, so needless to say that security check was very thorough. Actually, there were two security checks: one outside and another one inside. Do not carry big bags!!!
The tour was pretty interesting, but the interior did not strike me as something out of the ordinary by Rome's standards. The rooms are empty because all the precious collections of the Farnese family are in Naples now. However, there are two highlights which certainly made the visit very special.
1. The Room of Maps with spectacular frescoes by Annibale Carracci and his school: "The Love of Gods"
2. The exterior and the courtyard designed by Antonio da Sangallo. Michelangelo also contributed to some elements of the architectural design of this magnificent palazzo.
And for me personally this visit meant one more thing: the second act of one of my favorite operas, Puccini's "Tosca" takes place in Palazzo Farnese. This is where Tosca kills the evil chief of police, Scarpia, who tortured and condemned to death her lover, the painter Mario Cavaradossi.
The tour was pretty interesting, but the interior did not strike me as something out of the ordinary by Rome's standards. The rooms are empty because all the precious collections of the Farnese family are in Naples now. However, there are two highlights which certainly made the visit very special.
1. The Room of Maps with spectacular frescoes by Annibale Carracci and his school: "The Love of Gods"
2. The exterior and the courtyard designed by Antonio da Sangallo. Michelangelo also contributed to some elements of the architectural design of this magnificent palazzo.
And for me personally this visit meant one more thing: the second act of one of my favorite operas, Puccini's "Tosca" takes place in Palazzo Farnese. This is where Tosca kills the evil chief of police, Scarpia, who tortured and condemned to death her lover, the painter Mario Cavaradossi.
Written 9 February 2021
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What tour company did you use and how did you book it? How far in advance? Thanks!
Written 26 August 2018
Getting inside is quite tricky. You have to book well in advance, and you have to contact the French embassy in Rome (the Palace is on a lease for one EUR per year from Rome to the French Republic)
Written 27 August 2018
Does anyone know if there are tours in November 2018? Nothing on booking calendar at the moment.
Written 9 August 2018
You've got to be patient. I found out after hitting the website several times that they schedule at most three months out and the language offerings change regularly. When we went, they had only one English-speaking tour for the entire month. To guarantee your November tour, make sure to check it on Sept 1st. Good luck!
Written 11 August 2018
Ik zou willen boeken voor palazzo farnese maar vind nergens rubriek ''boeken ''. Kan u mij spoedig helpen ?
Dank bij voorbaat.
MVGV Lieve Keymolen
Written 8 July 2018
Io ho comprato la omnia card volevo sapere se fanno lo sconto Con questa carta
Ciao
Written 18 March 2018
Hi, we will be in Rome on the 17th & 18th (Sat & Sun) and would like to see the Villa. I am confused as when I went to book it says it is a 3 hr. tour, but the reviews mention a 1 hr. tour. We only have time for a 1 hr. tour and want to know price and times. Thank you
Written 27 February 2018
danzigery
Ramat Gan, Israel
Is it possible to take pictures during the tour. In the palace or the gardens
Written 9 December 2017
chiedo a visitatori recenti se è possibile entrare con una piccola borsetta (non ingombrante)
question for recent visitors: are woman little bags allowed?
Written 14 August 2015
Si, e comunque deve passare sotto il metal detector come negli aeroporti.
Written 16 August 2015
Can you go inside if you do not book a tour?
Written 13 January 2015
Unfortunately not. They are very strict about even looking into the courtyard and gardens. The only way to "look in" is to book a tour which I highly recommend.
Ken
Written 14 January 2015
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