Museo di Palazzo Venezia

Museo di Palazzo Venezia is an art museum housed in a Renaissance palace in central Rome, featuring grand rooms and courtyards with columned arcades. The collections display paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and metalwork spanning from medieval times through the Renaissance.

The building was constructed between 1455 and 1467 and incorporated stone from ancient Roman ruins. In the 20th century, the palace served as a seat of government for several decades.

The palace takes its name from the Venetian Republic, which used the building as its embassy for centuries. Walking through the rooms, you can sense how this diplomatic role shaped the space.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, and a visit typically takes two to three hours depending on your interests. The entrance is located at Piazza Venezia and is easily accessible by public transportation.

One entire room in the building once featured a world map that remained illuminated constantly, day and night. This installation was meant to symbolize unceasing activity and watchfulness.

Location: Rome

Inception: 1916

Official opening: 1916

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Fee: Yes

Operator: Ministero della Cultura

Address: Piazza Venezia

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 08:30-19:30; Monday off; January 1 off; May 1 off; December 25 off

Phone: +390669994284

Email: pm-laz@beniculturali.it

Website: http://museopalazzovenezia.beniculturali.it

GPS coordinates: 41.89637,12.48153

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:06