Palatine Museum, Archaeological museum on Palatine Hill, Italy
Description
The Palatine Museum is an archaeological collection on Palatine Hill in Rome, housing artifacts from the imperial palaces and surrounding areas. The displays include sculptures, pottery, coins, and architectural elements spanning different periods of the city's past.
History
The museum was established in the 1800s near the House of Tiberius and later relocated in 1930 to improve access to the collection. This move allowed the artifacts to be displayed in a more organized and visible setting.
Culture
The collections show how artistic styles and daily life changed across different periods of ancient Rome. Visitors can trace these shifts through the objects displayed on different floors.
Practical
The museum can be visited daily until one hour before sunset with a ticket for the Colosseum Archaeological Park. Wearing comfortable shoes is important since the site is hilly with stairs and uneven surfaces.
Did you know?
The museum holds the Alexamenos graffito, an ancient carved stone showing an unusual religious scene from the early centuries. This rare artifact is one of few surviving records of early Christianity in Rome and intrigues visitors with its enigmatic imagery.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Rome).
Lupercal
181 m
House of Augustus
128 m
Aqua Claudia
7.1 km
Flavian Palace
33 m
Domus aputa
66 m
Palace of Domitian
54 m
Temple of Apollo Palatinus
94 m
Casa Romuli
201 m
Domus Transitoria
67 m
Basilica di Sant'Anastasia al Palatino
210 m
Aula regia
95 m
Farnese Gardens
221 m
Palatine stadium
112 m
Domus Tiberiana
218 mCabanes du Palatin
169 m
San Bonaventura al Palatino
159 m
House of Livia
138 m
Domus Severiana
214 m
San Sebastiano al Palatino
220 m
Casa dei Grifi
97 m
Regio X Palatium
132 m
Villa Mills
60 m
Paedagogium
120 m
Temple of Isis
113 m
Cenatio Iovis
38 m
Tempio di Vesta
165 m
Cryptoporticus
198 m
Santa Maria dei Cerchi
197 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes