Palazzo Corsini

Palazzo Corsini is a palace with a Baroque facade designed by Ferdinando Fuga in Trastevere, featuring symmetrical wings along Via della Lungara. Inside, it houses the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica with Italian artworks spanning from the early Renaissance to the 18th century.

The building was erected in 1511 for Cardinal Raffaele Riario and underwent major restructuring between 1659 and 1689 for Queen Christina of Sweden. These renovations shaped its current appearance with the characteristic Baroque structure.

The palace served as a meeting place for artists and scholars, reflecting how Rome's noble families lived and displayed their taste. You can see the rooms where visitors once walked and gathered to view the art collections.

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, with visiting times concentrated in morning and early afternoon hours. The building is easily reached on foot and sits directly on a main street in Trastevere.

The palace once housed Queen Christina of Sweden, a passionate collector and patron of the arts who gathered scholars and artists around her. This royal chapter remains part of the site's lasting identity.

Location: Trastevere

Location: Rome

Architects: Ferdinando Fuga

Address: Via della Lungara, 10 - Roma

Website: http://barberinicorsini.org

GPS coordinates: 41.89333,12.46692

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26