Saint Peter's Square Audio Guides

Rome is built on 3,000 years of stories. _Welcome to Rome_ is an immersive multimedia exhibit that grounds you in the city’s historical and architectural legacy. A visit here will help you get the most out of your Roman holiday.

Imagine the excitement at the excavation sites when they first uncovered these Etruscan and pre-Roman treasures! Skip the line to the National Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia and wander among artifacts that originated in actual burial tombs. This museum is in Pope Julius III's country retreat, and full of fascinating statues, frescoes, and more.

History unfolds at the grand Castel Sant'Angelo with a convenient skip-the-line ticket. Your coordinator will be waiting to lead you into this magnificent castle, with its fascinating past as a mausoleum, fortress, papal residence, and prison. Then you can browse at your leisure. Learn about the castle's secrets; how it was a creation of Roman Emperor Hadrian, intended as a serene resting place for his family and himself. Meander through resplendent chambers, adorned with ornate frescoes and detailed sculptures, each echoing the stories of long ago. See intricate details like the spiral ramp, leading right up to a rooftop terrace. From here, soak up the breathtaking panorama of Rome's dazzling skyline.

For over a decade, the Leonardo da Vinci Museum has been celebrating the Renaissance genius of Leonardo as an artist, but also as an inventor, scientist, anatomist, engineer and architect. Located in the basement of the Basilica of Santa Maria del Popolo, the museum is just a five-minute walk from the Spanish Steps and Villa Borghese, in the charming Piazza del Popolo. With your Leonardo da Vinci Museum tickets, you can discover interactive machines made by Italian craftsmen, based on Leonardo's manuscripts. Admire studies of some of his most famous Renaissance works, sketches of human anatomy, in-depth videos on _The Last Supper_ and _The Vitruvian Man_, and an immersive multimedia room that will take you on a journey into the life and mind of Leonardo da Vinci. Divided into themed areas on Leonardo's studies and passions, every year the museum welcomes thousands of visitors from all over the world, making it the most visited Leonardo da Vinci museum in Rome.

Discover one of Rome's grandest art collections, with a visit to the spectacular Doria Pamphilj Gallery. Once the domain of rich aristocrats, the unassuming facade of the building gives way to reveal an astonishing opulent interior. Floor-to-ceiling paintings adorn the walls, and masters such as Raphael, Tintoretto, Titian, Caravaggio, and Velázquez are just some of the artists represented in this magnificent collection. Grab a ticket and explore this hidden cultural gem. When in Rome...

Discover the historic art galleries and palatial surrounds of the stunning Palazzo Altemps, now with a magical 3D experience that will allow you to immerse yourself in history. Located in Piazza Sant'Apollinare, a short distance from Piazza Navona in the center of Rome, the palazzo began as the private residence of Cardinal Marco Sittico Altemps in 1568 and was opened in 1997 as a remote site of the National Roman Museum. Admire an important collection of Greek and Roman sculptures, including the Boncompagni Ludovisi collection. Visit the church of Sant'Aniceto, a pleasant little temple located inside the palazzo.

Explore one of Rome's most popular and historic landmarks, the Pantheon. See the beautiful architecture and learn about its rich history dating back to the Roman Empire. Look up to see the Pantheon's dome, a celestial dome that defies gravity and spans centuries of human ingenuity. Witness the play of light at the oculus, a symbol of both spirituality and design. Learn about the Pantheon's evolution from a pagan temple to a Christian basilica, showcasing Rome's enduring spirit of adaptation.

Your ticket to the Museum of Rome is a gateway to one of the city's finest collections of art. Enrich your experience with cutting-edge virtual reality technology to immerse yourself in times past at Piazza Navona. Located in Palazzo Braschi – a fine example of Papal nepotism, slap bang in the heart of Renaissance Rome – you'll also be privy to the impressive late 18th-century architecture of Cosimo Morelli. Perhaps, most impressive of all is the central staircase with its 18 red granite columns originally used by Emperor Caligula. Inside you'll find over 100,000 works, from paintings and drawings to furniture and costumes. Also on show are fragments of medieval frescoes taken from the demolished Roman church of Santa Maria in Vincis.

Get ready for an eye-opening journey into the heart of art and history with a fast-track ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel! Gain express entry into a world of magnificent masterpieces and precious relics, leaving the long lines and waiting times behind. Starting at the grand entrance hall, you'll use your magic ticket to open the doors for endless exploration. First stop: Museum Pio-Clementino, home to the captivating marble sculpture of _Laocoön and His Sons_. The journey culminates in the Sistine Chapel, a gem of Renaissance art. Here, the breathtaking frescoes by the maestro himself, Michelangelo, share the stage with the sublime works of Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and other luminaries of the era. This is not just a tour, it's a magical foray into the heart of the Renaissance!

Enjoy a hassle-free visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, and get the flexibility to explore your favorite areas until closing time. Explore the Vatican Museums at your own pace and discover the Vatican Courtyard, Hall of the Maps, Raphael Rooms, and more. See Michelangelo's masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel, like the Last Judgment and Creation of Adam.